I have several pairs of Klein’s never sorry for money spent also have my dads old lineman pliers over 70 years old still perfect

I have the milwaukee 6 N 1's and I love them , there my GO-TO mult/install pliers , didn't know milwaukee had upgraded model my latch never catches I've been using them since 2016 (4 years plus some) (commercial and residential)but I do love klein tools but I like specific tools from specific brands.

I’ve had both- my lead tried cutting a metal strap off an emt master bundle the first week I had them- bent up the holes for the 12 gauge stripper and made the pliers bind when operating- returned them and got the kleins instead. The Kleins carry a lot more comfortably in your front pocket because of the small and curved handle, along with the slimmer profile of the handles. Also they don’t need a latch to stay closed because they’re not spring loaded. Overall I like them both but preferred the Kleins for edc pocket carry on the job along with some channel locks and an 11 in 1.

The spring assist is way better for continuous use. Because it's alot easier on your hand. While the Klein is going to fatigue your hand very quick if you use it too many times in a row.

I own both. In my service bag I have the Klein because those are my general wire strippers. I bought the Milwaukee one recently and it’s a good all purpose tool to have around the job site if I’m doing a bunch of things. I found twisting wires and cutting with the Milwaukee was easier because of the extra leverage it has. But this is just my take on it. They’re both really good tools.

I've tried both and I like the Milwaukee so much better.

Spring, all day long. Cut and drill off the latch. Thanks for the video!

If anyone is curious, you can make the milwaukee an 8 in 1, by removing the spring, and using that area as an insulated crimper. Works fantastic.

I just picked up Knipex's version of this tool, and it is AMAZING. The tolerances alone make me want to frame the thing--it just feels wrong to risk scuffing that piece of art. The very tip is for pulling, and the teeth are aligned to that their peaks meet up with the peaks of the other side, but they don't touch. It helps reduce the damage to any wire or tape you are pulling on. Then there is a circular set of teeth that I think is for helping to hold fasteners in place, or maybe to use your tool to turn the fastener? Not sure. The next set of teeth are aligned so the peak on one side meets the valley on the opposite side, closer together but still not touching. (That's intentional--there is a small detail in the teeth layout to control the gap.) After the teeth you get the same size range for stripping wire as the Milwaukee and Klein, followed by an area just before the pivot for cutting everything up to metal clad cable. That's a mouthful for the cutter, so Knipex made their own version of Milwaukee's curved blades that does a better job starting the cut. The same bolt shears are there along with an internal spring and a latch. It's just a very well-made and thought out tool. My only complaint is Knipex doesn't offer an electrically insulated version for some reason....

I have these Milwaukee pliers and they are perfect if you are in HVAC. I only have to carry one tool instead of three and they do everything I need them to in that field. I think I may switch to the kline though, I've always preferred springless strippers. These also work good to reem out copper if you are in a pinch.

I've been using the previous generation of Milwaukee multi-function pliers for a few years now, and they have stood up very well. I love them.

Been using the Kleins since I got them for Christmas doing heavy duty truck electrical repairs. Where have they been all my life? Simply the best stripper and crimper I have ever used. Plus, USA made. What's there not to like!

Love my Milwaukee redid abuch of wire in a house and used them more than my Kleins just the power and ease of use is wonderful

Milwaukee is definitely my go to although ALL my hand tools are Klein I just love the way the Milwaukee cuts and strips plus the handle fits me perfectly not to mention the price went down on em to around 15$ at my local Home Depot

I got the Milwaukee because I didn’t know Klein made this style tool. I really like the Milwaukee the only thing I didn’t like is that fact it isn’t American made.

I do not have either; however, I would probably choose the Milwaukee. I very rarely crimp, but I cut frequently. I am not a professional. I would really like to see you test the Knipex. I really appreciate you giving the strengths and weaknesses. I can now make a more informed decision. Thank you.

Is it me or does this guy sound just like Scotty Kilmer? kzfaq.info

The latch is there because of the spring for easier storage.

Amazing review! Best I’ve seen on KZfaq, thank you for a very real and honest review

@4:59 you can turn the plier for the latch laying on bottom side, with the gravity pull down the latch then it will not re-lock again. But i think your thumb pushed the latch lock.

Great video, i have both, prefer the ergonomics of the Klein, however Milwaukee have better cutters . Cant go wrong with either set Made in USA Klein is my preference.

I prefer Klein hand tools then any other brands. But I loved milwaukee and Dewalt power tools.

I got both of those and both are great. Personally overall I like Klein hand tools above all. But when it comes to power tools which Klein doesn’t really make other than a special edition impact that was basically a Dewalt with a makeover. Milwaukee is the best in my opinion.

I have the klein, replaced four tools: side cutters (I carry a hammer), needle nose, crimper and strippers. Makes decent joints, crimp for grounding barrels, nice strippers, makes nice "tink" sound when clipping. Only downside I've found is cutting decor faceplate screws for tile installations. The hinge is too wide and will not cut the screw short enough (to keep the screw from grinding into the tile and pushing the plate away). I may check this Milwaukee out just to see if it will cut that one 6-32nd short enough. The extra leverage from the additional inch of handle couldn't hurt either. I was taught by a crusty old dude who constantly said things like, 'the less sh*t I gotta carry, the better' and 'you should be able to rough an entire house with side-cutters, a screwdriver and drill'. and now I guess Im a less is more kinda guy now too

Milwaukee is known for their power tools but are underated for their hand tools. They make great things all around for the most part.

I personally like my southwire long nose 5 in 1, they cut mc cable very well, the long nose makes it easy to clean out knock out holes in the boxes and it can strip 14, 12 and 10 gauge which is all I see when I’m just roughing in suites and doing corridors. I have used the Kleins before and not a fan, it does all you need it to but doesn’t do any of them well. If I need to strip 16 or 18 gauge I rather use my strippers.

Ben electrician 37 years I've been using Klein knitpicks is very good also I have Milwaukee from the 1970s from my father who passed away they make good stuff also back in the seventies it was made in the USA also when you were stripping the wire you supposed to turn it 180 degrees that will make it easier as you're cutting the insulation all the way around

Great comparison! Really like that Klein is made in USA but I could live with Milwaukee being made in Taiwan due to the better cutters. If Milwaukee said made in China they would definitely be a no-go.

The Milwaukee 7 in 1 can be used on both hands as it has markings on both sides. The Klein only has markings on one side.

As an HVAC tech those Kleins are the better tool for me.

I'd be interested to see how the "shears" cutters on the Milwaukees hold up with multiple cuts. In any case, I'll take the Klein tool (Made In U.S.A.) over the Milwaukees every day of the week and twice on Sundays.

Great vid. Because of that spring Milwaukee wins hands down. No spring no sale. Thanks.

I'll take the USA made Kleins all day long. I knew as soon as I looked at the crimpers that the Klein was better at crimping because of the smaller denting nub. If I'm cutting something heavy I just grab my Klein lineman pliers. I have some blue handled vintage ones that say (M Klein and Sons) stamped into them. I have regular Klein wire strippers that work great. I did recently get a pair of Husky brand all purpose that look like the ones in this video on sale for about 8 bucks and they are surprisingly good quality. If I'm getting Chinesium then I don't want to pay 30 bucks for them. They are $17 at home depot now and I can recommend them to anyone on a budget. I normally stick with Klein but I'm pretty happy with these and I still have the Klein in my bag if they fail. They strip and cut wire just fine and the reamers are excellent. I may eventually get the Klein version and relegate the Husky ones for home use.

I actually have a Southwire stripper I like a lot. They’re combo pliers. Lineman’s end, Romex 14 and 12 stripper. Single 10 and 12 stripper. Cutter, Bolt cutters, looper. Smooth as silk. Close on the wire, turn 1/8 and the insulation slides off. Perfectly machines so it doesn’t hang on the wire or strip too little insulation.

I have the Milwaukee 6in1 (not this 7in1 in video) and the klein in this video and I prefer the klein. The Milwaukee has much better cutters and bolt cutters but the klein is so much better at stripping wires which is what I use it for the most.

I’ve had the Klein’s for about 2-3 months now and absolutely love them from everywhere to twisting wires, stripping, and crimping

I like the Milwaukee stripper crimper better... but I really enjoy watching and listening to you review products keep up the good work.

I prefer Milwaukee for the increased leverage and shear type cutter, love the spring, when doing several cuts/strips a day on industrial machines you notice the difference, springless will leave your hand really tired, especially when chopping thick cables

bill on that milwakee you are catching your thumb on the latch flip the pliers upside down

Ii have the Milwaukees and really like them. The latch is stiff and I have no issues with it closing accidently

I like my Milwaukee strippers for stripping wires, linesman pliers by Klein for twisting solid wires together and Klein reamer for reaming out conduit. Thanks for the review Sparky!

I noticed on the second strip, you bumped the latch with your thumb as you squeezed. simple solution is to roll the tool over in your hand, as you did on the #14 solid. in the final analysis, I like the curved handle, but I have it on the non crimping Klein strippers, right now, which have a spring and latch, as well as bypass cutters. crimping is much less relevant to me since I do very few crimps, and I do those with my lineman's pliers. I prefer to make hooks with the jaws, so Klein loses points on that - the jaws are too thick to make a proper diameter hook. heavy wire cutting is also irrelevant, since I rarely cut anything bigger than a single conductor with my strippers. final analysis for me is I'm not going to throw away a tool I get along okay with because I might like another one better.

After using the previous generation of the Milwaukee, which has been a great tool for the past 1year+, I like the upgrades they have made with the new-gen. Wider head, crimp tool, looks lighter and is longer helping leverage for harder cuts. I think the spring is a no brainer, literally cuts the amount of effort required to use the tool and increases efficiency. If you just flip the tool around so you push the latch down with your thumb to unlock it you can never accidentally latch the pilers closed. IMO the latch is necessary to keep the pliers closed in your trouser pouch or bag to reduce the amount of space they take up. The cutters on my current set have seen better days (Cutting things I shouldn't with them lol) and the 1.5mm, 2.5mm strippers have become dull I'll be upgrading to this set. The price point is a bonus as well, I paid £22 for my current set and I can get the new set for the same price.

klein makes them with spring, without spring, with spring and latch and with spring and without latch. love the kleins, have like 8 pairs, but im gonna order the milwaukee ones just to see what they got.

I think I’d go with the Klein over this version of Milwaukee. Good comparison Sparky!

I have the bypass version of the Klein's and love them. Bought my son the Milwaukee ones. Both are nice but the Klein's just feel better in the hand. The wire sizes on the strippers though are marked much better on the Milwaukee s though.

Good vid....you managed to get a tired spark, at the end of his day, to get encapsulated in watching this, even though Im unlikely to ever use that tool as I have my preferences. 😎👍strangely enjoyable to watch.

Get the new Knipex strippers up to 20 AWG. No crimper but the best.

I LOVE latches if done right. been using the Milwaukees for some time. I WISH every plier had sprung opening, an integrated, unobtrusive Latch, and tether point.

I have that Klein curve stripper. I also have a forged Knipex electrical pliers. I'll take My Knipex every time over Klein. Everything about them is just better... Don't know about the Milwaukee's or whatever you're comparing them to but I don't think I need to go any further than Knipex pliers

I got the Milwaukee first. Switched to the Klein’s after the edge of the Milwaukee cutter rolled cutting a spring that the Klein’s had no problem with . Basically Milwaukee’s cutter became useless afterwatds

I own both and I can tell you the Kleins lost it for me when the handle grips came off the first day, the handle is curved so good luck gluing it this shouldn’t happen to almost 50 dollar wire strippers, buy the Milwaukee for 19 bucks with the Black Friday deals

Milwaukee of cource! I have their 5 in 1 pliers here on Finland and have been waiting 7 in 1 coming on sale. Now the pliers are here. I like the earlier version, so the new ones cant be so bad...

I have the Milwaukee, 19.99 on sale at home depot. I don’t do any crimping but the cutters and the strippers are the most important thing for me. I want to see how durable they are in the long run. Love the longer handles for leverage. Klein makes great tools and usa made is a big thing for me. But were not an option where i was at the time. I would but the Milwaukee again.

Southwire is pretty good as well. I have one that dose 14/2 and 12/2 romex stripper and strips 12 & 14 solid. I know it's different from what you reviewed but I was impressed with the quality

Anyone considering either of theese please read this it will save you wasting your money. I've had theese Milwaukee pliers since they were announced at this years NPS. If you notice both pliers when stripping required alot of pulling. The handles on the Klein's are not good for splicing as they are not equal handles. After a few weeks the strippers on the Milwaukee's got more and more difficult to use. Do your self a favor and get the new Knipex Forged Wire Strippers. They are very similar to theese but much better quality. They strip with absolutely zero effort.

I bought the Klein based on your earlier videos. I would like the closing clamp on the M. My Klein's are a different version with a spring to open, a Looper, and a shearing cutter.

I saw your thumb pushing the latch down.

Your thumb slides down when you begin the stripping motion. That's why the latch catches. My thumb moves less and at the start position my thumb is already touching the other handle. Your thumb slides down to approach the other handle. Maybe my hands are larger.

I had no idea some of the functions these were capable of. Thanks for making this video!

Something to consider about cutting differences. Bi-path or shear type cutters perform a shearing action in the material. They must be “sharper” or have steeper cutter angles. This improves cutting performance at the risk of easier: rolled, damaged, and misaligned edges. Pinch style cutters have more obtuse angles, that meet and literally pinch the material apart. The edges are less likely to deform, hardened to some degree, and still perform well with small amounts of edge damage. They do take more effort to use, and deform either end of the cut material.

Having both I will say, it would have been great if milwaukee kept the same handles that are on their 6 in 1 pliers. I still prefer the milwaukee's, or the heavy duty Klein's with the solid blue handles and sitting removed.

you keep using your thumb to push the latch.

After around a year my handles kept coming off the kleins the Milwaukee pair never have that issue they are cheaper cut way wayyyyy better then the kleins they have a satisfying chomp when they cut through something

Does anyone actually ever use the "looper" ? That latch is no issue once you get used to it. Squeezing just right will unlatch it and I almost don't even notice I do it now

Team USA here. We as Americans should start buying more American made products

Over the years i created a list of what works best for me. And professionals in my shop -For power tools -impacts, drills, bandsaw 1/2 inch impacts etc *Milwuakee -Best grinders and hammer drills * Dewalt -Best hand tools and screwdrivers * klains and craftsman -bits * Milwaukee, DeWalt, Wera -Knives & blades * DeWalt For working on my car *Milwaukee sockets( and they're square so they don't roll under your car when you drop them 😍. And for impact sockets *craftsman.. I work on diesel trucks. And they work as hard as snap-on and matco and they last for ever

When it comes to a job you must be ready for any situations so bought both.

I've seen tons of these comparisons on wire cutters/strippers and they always are testing it on very small stranded gauge wires. However the majority of wiring in residential and commercial applications are dealing with 12 and 14 gauge solid wire.

Definitely prefer the grip on the Klein, but otherwise, I think the Milwaukee is almost better in every way. And if you don't like the spring or latch, you can theoretically remove them (even if somewhat destructively). Likewise, I think you could get a rotary tool and grind down the crimping tab, though I concede you shouldn't have to do that, and it should probably smaller like the Klein's for more pressure.

Gotta go with Klein I took many of their tools back to the electrical store and got replace with no problem

Both are good - and surprisingly much better than the Knipex combo pliers which aren’t even close to these. But the Knipex linesman pliers are so good that I rarely dig these out.

I bet the steel quality on the Milwaukee is inferior to the Klein and after a few months they won't still cut that great. After hard use you find out how good something really is. Even the cheap Husky brand cut well while they are new, I have a pair but I know they won't last as long as my Kleins.

Anybody notice how much faster the Klein's were than the Milwaukee at stripping. I could also point out that the Klein's anvil style cutting edge will likely never dull out or damage like the shear style will. I'm l not sure I want either one. But I'd pick the Klein. I just hate strippers that have the holes so far from the grip. Lightweight Ideal T Strippers, or the little yellow grip handle Klein's for me.

I need to see the hammer test

Just a tip when you loop those also are screw and bolt cutters

You can always remove the latch and spring if you choose, and I don’t think you should ever use this style of tool to twist wires. Has to be standard lineman’s, but I see the Milwaukee as far superior

I'm an HVAC and commercial kitchen tech and while I don't plan on buying either I think I would get the klien ones, I hate spring loaded and the clips.

the milwaukees are the best stripper ive ever used. been using them everyday for a year now and still work like theyre brand new

Have them both and like them both and would use both all day for if they fail they can be back ups to each other.

I FREEKIN LOVE SPRINGS...SOOOO MUCH EASIER.

very nice evaluation. The look of the crimp means nothing. strength of the crimp is what should be tested.

Bypass cutter every day. Making sure the latch is down (further from one's thumb) the less likely the latch is to catch accidentally watching your hand motions when using the stripper.

Milwaukee wins this one ! Without being bias because I love both companies.

I would not buy either unless that was the only tool. Too bulky to use a strippers, any crimper that you have to put handles over wire are a big no for me.

I have a pair of the kleins and they're a great tool

i like the klein better for everything but the lack of bypass cable cutting makes them an automatic looser from my perspective.

Been using the Milwaukee one for weeks now. Excited ti try the Klein one

I own 2 versions of the Milwaukee's, love them, love spring loaded which kind of necessitates the latch. bypass shears win that by a landslide. saw some else mention Knipex, have several of their tools but not one of these, great tools.

I'm old school. I still use wire nuts and I twist my wires together before putting on the wire nut. The noses are too narrow on both tools. I like the klein curved handle. I like the milwaukee spring and bypass cutter. Cutting MC cable is a good way to ruin your cutters. I don't need the crimping feature since I rarely do crimping and I have a dedicated ratcheting tool. I want a tool that can replace strippers and lineman pliers because my pouch has way too many tools. I like latches on spring handles but that milwaukee design is flawed. Both tools are not ready for prime time.

Klein is harder steel. It stays sharp longer. I am fine with made in Taiwan. Definitely our friends. I buy made in Germany, Canada, Taiwan, and USA. Tools from those four always have quality.

I have the knipex combo and love them. The curved cutting area is key for great cutting. I have these Klein combo also and don’t like them as much for cutting.

Could we get an updated version of this video with the knipex multi stripper along woth some other options?

I finally got my first pair of Knipex combination , I much prefer them . That said at a much higher price point , it isn’t a fair comparison ! Be interested in your take on the Knipex .I like my Klein’s will be an excellent , well crafted backup !

If I had an engineer friend at Ideal industries I would send them what I liked on the Milwaukee and Klein and see if they could make a pair close to Klein but with the cutter of the Milwaukee. Bypass cutters generally cutter larger items. Notice that the hydraulic powered cutters and ratcheting cutters are bypass. Same thing in pruners. The bigger pruners are bypass Great video.

I have the Klein. Love them.

I have that Milwaukee with a needle nose I use it specifically for plug and switch install I'm old school pinch my loop around the terminal works great

Klein all the way for me. On the job you need a bigger Surface area on the tip of your pliers for twisting 3 or more Wires especially if is bigger Gauge wire. I doubt you can twist 3 number 10 Comfortly with that little Milwaukee tip.

I have been using only Klein since 1967 only tools in my pouch.

Just got both of those Sunday used both last couple days but the cutter on the Milwaukee is far superior but I do like them both