Vivicreate HT-PS001 DE Plier
- Plier
- 2.65 pounds
- Metal, Rubber
Steady monthly sales and 373 reviews averaging 4.6 stars make this a reasonably safe pick, provided the metal and rubber grip style suits your hand.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.6★ across 373 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
373 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 311 pliers we track - how the scorecard works · full pliers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Vivicreate's HT-PS001 DE plier pairs a metal and rubber handle with a 1.2 kilogram build. It holds a 4.6 star rating from 373 reviews and sells roughly 200 units a month.
The combination metal and rubber handle points to a grip built for comfort during repeated squeezing, common on pliers used for wire work or crafts. At 1.2 kilograms it is on the heavier side for a single hand plier, though the listing does not clarify what accounts for that weight. The DE in the model code is not explained on the listing, so treat it as an internal Vivicreate designation rather than a spec.
- Model HT-PS001 DE
- Metal and rubber handle
- 1.2 kilogram weight
- 4.6 stars from 373 reviews
Who it's for
Suited to crafters or wire workers who want a plier with a padded grip for repeated use. Anyone who needs an exact jaw type confirmed before buying should check the product photos, since the category label alone does not specify it.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 4.6 star rating across 373 reviews
- Cushioned metal and rubber grip
- 200 units bought in the past month
- Heavier than a typical single hand plier
- Exact jaw type not confirmed in the listing
Performance notes
The metal and rubber handle combination is built to reduce hand fatigue over repeated squeezes, which matters more than raw weight for most plier tasks. At 1.2 kilograms the tool has some heft, which can add stability on tougher material but may tire the hand faster on long sessions.
Specifications
| Brand | Vivicreate |
|---|---|
| Model | HT-PS001 DE |
| Item Weight | 2.65 pounds |
| Handle | Metal, Rubber |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivicreate HT-PS001 DE PlierThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 373 | 4.0 / 5 |
| KNIPEX 87 01 250 PlierKnipex | 4.9 / 5 | 29,500 | 4.7 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMHT82547 PlierCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 12,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IRWIN 2078216 PlierIrwin | 4.8 / 5 | 9,296 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Klein D248-9ST PlierKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 6,158 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Vivicreate HT-PS001 DE
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the handle made of on the Vivicreate HT-PS001 DE plier?
A combination of metal and rubber, according to the listing.
How much does this plier weigh?
1.2 kilograms per the listing.
How well reviewed is the HT-PS001 DE?
It holds a 4.6 star rating from 373 reviews, with about 200 units bought in the past month.