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3.Best Copper Pipe Cutters for Plumbers

A high-quality pipe cutter is essential for clean, efficient cuts—no filing or hacksawing required. For frequent copper pipe work (8mm–28mm), dedicated size cutters outperform adjustable ones.

Top Pick: Monument Autocut

• Why? Durable, reliable, and built to last—some of mine have worked flawlessly for over 10 years with minimal maintenance.
• Best Sizes:
  • 15mm, 22mm, 28mm (Most versatile for plumbing)
• Bonus: The 15mm Clamshell (narrow design) is perfect for tight spaces.

Other Brands Reviewed

✅ Good Alternatives:

• Rothenberger / Amtech – Solid performance if Monument isn’t available.
• Kopex – Decent, similar to Monument.
• Silverline – Budget-friendly but not for heavy use.

❌ Avoid:

• Bahco – Poor cutting performance.
• Wolseley Coppercut – Tends to thread pipes instead of cutting cleanly.
• Ridgid Dual-Size – Awkward to use.

Best Monument Cutters on Amazon

• Autocut 15mm (Most used)
• Autocut 22mm (Great for standard pipes)
• Autocut 28mm (Heavy-duty cuts)
• 15mm Clamshell (Tight-space solution)

Pro Tip: A drop of oil and occasional blade replacement keeps cutters running smoothly. For a full comparison, check out our detailed guide.