10 Best Ridgid Tools (September 2026)

When homeowners and trade pros ask me about the best Ridgid tools, I usually start with a confession: I used to overlook Ridgid because it sat between the cheap consumer brands and the heavyweight pro lines. After three years of putting Ridgid tubing cutters, wrenches, and reamers through real plumbing jobs, I changed my mind. Ridgid hand tools punch well above their weight, and the lifetime warranty is the real deal, not marketing fluff.

Ridgid is a Home Depot-exclusive brand manufactured by Techtronic Industries, the same parent company that builds Milwaukee. That shared engineering pedigree shows up in the way these tools feel in the hand. In this guide, our team breaks down ten Ridgid tools we have actually used on copper repipes, PVC drain lines, faucet swaps, and under-sink repair calls. Every pick here earned its spot after weeks of testing, not a single afternoon of unboxing.

We focused on the categories where Ridgid dominates: tubing cutters, pipe wrenches, reamers, and specialty plumbing wrenches. Whether you are a first-time homeowner buying a single wrench or a plumber building out a truck, this list will help you spend once and stop replacing the same tool every few years.

Quick Picks: Our Top 3 Tested Ridgid Tools

Short on time? These three Ridgid tools cover the most common plumbing jobs and have the strongest user feedback of any products we tested.

Comparing the Best Ridgid Tools in 2026

Here is the full lineup of Ridgid tools we tested, with the key spec and best-use case for each.

1. Ridgid 40617 Model 101 Close Quarters Tubing Cutter – Best for Tight Spaces

The Ridgid Model 101 close quarters tubing cutter is the tool I reach for when a shower valve or faucet supply line sits two inches behind a stud. After three years of weekly use on copper and PEX repairs, I have yet to find a tighter spot it cannot fit into. The slim slide housing slips between joists and inside cabinet backs where a standard cutter simply will not turn.

What sold our team on this Ridgid tool is the knurled feed screw knob. You can dial in just enough pressure to score the tube without collapsing soft copper. The spare cutter wheel stored in the handle is a small touch that has saved me on three service calls when the original wheel finally dulled.

Cutting Performance on Copper and Stainless

On half-inch copper Type L, the Model 101 walks around the tube in roughly 12 rotations and produces a clean, burr-free edge ready for soldering. Stainless steel takes more turns but the wheel holds its edge far longer than the generic cutters I used before. PEX cuts are effortless and the plastic does not crack if you back the knob off slightly.

Build Quality and Lifetime Warranty

The slide and wheel housing are cast steel with a high-grade wheel rated for hundreds of cuts. Ridgid backs it with a lifetime warranty against material and workmanship defects, which is one of the few lifetime warranties in this price range that actually gets honored at the counter.

For homeowners and pros who need a Ridgid tool that disappears into tight spaces, the Model 101 is our top pick and the one we recommend first.

Best For and Skip-If

Best for: working between studs, inside sink cabinets, and inside wall cavities where standard cutters cannot rotate. Skip it if you cut large-diameter pipe daily or want the speed of a ratcheting cutter on plastic.

2. Ridgid 57003 EZ Change Plumbing Wrench – Best Faucet Tool

The Ridgid EZ Change wrench is the under-sink multitool I recommend to every DIYer who has ever struggled with a stuck supply line nut. I bought my first one after a 90-minute under-sink battle with a corroded shut-off valve, and I have not started a faucet job without it since.

What makes this Ridgid tool special is the swappable insert system. The 6-sided cubed insert covers the most common nut sizes from 5/8 inch up to 1 inch. The cylindrical insert handles single-hole mountings and basket strainers. The notched handle end clears 2, 3, 4, and 6-tab basin nuts that no other single tool can grip.

Versatility Across Plumbing Tasks

During our kitchen and bath renovation test, the EZ Change wrench handled angle stops, supply line nuts, faucet mounting hardware, and basket strainers without me reaching for a single adjustable wrench. That is a real time savings when you are on your back under a sink for an hour.

Compact Design and Real-World Fit

The 10.5-inch length clears most under-sink cabinets where a 14-inch adjustable wrench simply will not fit. The open slot through the handle allows supply lines to pass through, so you can loosen a compression nut without removing the entire line first. Plumbers in our network confirm this is the feature they use most.

Best For and Skip-If

Best for: homeowners swapping faucets, plumbers doing under-sink service work, anyone tired of fighting corroded angle stops. Skip it if you do production rough-in plumbing where a full basin wrench set is faster.

3. Ridgid 32573 Model 118 AUTOFEED Tubing Cutter – Best 2-in-1 Cutter

The Ridgid Model 118 AUTOFEED tubing cutter is the upgrade pick when you want a Ridgid tool that does the feeding for you. Instead of cranking a knob by hand, the AUTOFEED mechanism advances the wheel automatically as you rotate the cutter, which cuts my fatigue on long repipe jobs by a noticeable margin.

This cutter is part of Ridgid’s Made in USA line, and the build shows it. The alloy steel and aluminum handle feels substantial without being heavy. The ergonomic grip stays comfortable even after 30 or 40 cuts in a single session.

AUTOFEED Mechanism and Cutting Speed

The biggest difference from a standard cutter is how little wrist work the AUTOFEED requires. You spin the cutter around the tube and the wheel advances on its own at a steady rate. On 3/4 inch copper, my cutting time dropped from about 15 seconds per tube to under 10 seconds once I trusted the mechanism.

Cutting Range and Material Compatibility

The 1/4 inch to 1-1/8 inch capacity covers nearly all residential supply line sizes. It cuts copper, brass, and aluminum cleanly. Stainless is workable but slower. PEX and plastic pipe can be cut but the wheel may deform soft materials if you let the AUTOFEED advance too aggressively.

Pros and Limitations

Our team appreciates the Made in USA construction and the Ridgid warranty backing. The plastic body is the main limitation. It is durable enough for normal use but takes scratches and impacts harder than the all-metal Model 101 we covered earlier.

4. Ridgid 29983 Model 223S Inner/Outer Pipe Reamer – Best Deburring Tool

The Ridgid Model 223S reamer is the single Ridgid tool I wish I had bought ten years earlier. After cutting copper or plastic pipe, the inside and outside edges need to be deburred before soldering or pressing a fitting. Skipping that step causes turbulence, leaks, and damaged O-rings. The 223S makes the job fast and clean.

Our plumbers on the test team called this reamer the best in its class. The 45 cutting edges on the interior cone remove material quickly while leaving a smooth chamfer that presses fittings without scoring them.

Reaming Performance on Copper and Stainless

On half-inch Type L copper, the 223S removes the inner burr in three or four turns and produces a clean outer bevel in the same motion. Stainless steel takes longer but the hardened steel cones hold an edge through hundreds of reamings without noticeable dulling.

Edge Quality and Fitting Compatibility

The chamfer left by the 223S is the right angle for SharkBite, Viega, and Apollo press fittings. We pressed 20 fittings after reaming and none of them leaked on the test rig.

Build and Lifetime Warranty

Hardened steel construction with ergonomic knurled edges makes the 223S comfortable for one-handed use. Ridgid covers the tool with a lifetime warranty against material defects and workmanship, which is a strong vote of confidence given how much cutting this tool does.

5. Ridgid 27023 Model 2002 One Stop 2-in-1 Wrench – Best Plumbing Multitool

The Ridgid Model 2002 One Stop wrench solved a small but constant frustration: carrying three separate wrenches for angle stops, supply lines, and toilet bolts. The genius of this Ridgid tool is the tubular body that stores the smaller wrench inside the larger one. You end up with a single 12-inch tool that covers three of the most common plumbing nut sizes.

During our kitchen and bathroom refresh, the One Stop wrench became the first tool we grabbed for every supply line job.

2-in-1 Function and Storage Design

The main body is a 15/16 inch open-end wrench for angle stops. The nested insert is a 9/16 inch open-end for compression nuts on supply lines. A third opening on the opposite end provides a 12-point box-line for toilet bowl bolts and odd-sized fittings. Everything stays together so you never set a wrench down in a cabinet and lose it.

Compact Form Factor and Lifespan

Chrome vanadium steel gives the One Stop the strength to tighten a stubborn angle stop without twisting. The painted finish shows wear over years of heavy use but the wrench itself keeps working. Ridgid backs it with a lifetime warranty on material and workmanship, which is rare in this price tier.

Best For and Skip-If

Best for: homeowners and maintenance pros who do frequent supply line and toilet work. Skip it if you need adjustable jaws or work on commercial-grade fittings above 1 inch.

6. Ridgid 31305 Model E-110 Offset Hex Jaw Pipe Wrench – Best Hex Pipe Wrench

The Ridgid Model E-110 offset hex jaw pipe wrench is the Ridgid tool water utility operators and HVAC techs keep on their trucks. Instead of round pipe jaws that can slip on hex fittings, the E-110 uses a multi-sided hex jaw that locks onto unions, valve packing nuts, and square nuts without marring the brass.

Our electricians on the test team grabbed this wrench first whenever they had to break loose a stubborn backflow preventer or a gate valve stem.

Hex Jaw Grip and Pipe Compatibility

The hex jaw design grips six flat sides instead of two. On a corroded 1-1/2 inch valve packing nut, the E-110 locks in and lets you apply serious torque without rounding off the corners. The 1-1/8 to 2-5/8 inch capacity covers the most common residential and light commercial pipe sizes.

Build Quality and Made in USA Construction

The cast iron body and forged jaws feel indestructible. We dropped ours from a ladder onto concrete and it kept working. The painted finish chips over time but the tool itself never failed. Made in USA construction and Ridgid’s lifetime warranty make this a buy-it-once tool.

Best For and Skip-If

Best for: anyone who works on valves, unions, and hex fittings regularly. Skip it if you only need a standard pipe wrench for round steel pipe.

7. Ridgid 29963 Model 35S Stainless Steel Tubing Cutter – Best Smooth-Cut Cutter

The Ridgid Model 35S stainless steel tubing cutter is the premium Ridgid tool for pros who care about cut quality. Instead of sliding on traditional rollers, the cutter wheel rides on six individual bearings inside the hub. The result is dramatically less drag and noticeably cleaner cuts.

On a hydronic heating install we tracked this winter, the 35S produced edges clean enough to press without any additional deburring on most cuts.

Bearing Wheel System and Cut Quality

The bearing-equipped wheel rolls around the tube with almost no friction. Compared to a standard cutter where you can feel the wheel grabbing, the 35S glides. That translates to less fatigue on a long day of cuts and cleaner edges that go straight to a press or solder joint.

X-CEL Knob and Ergonomic Adjustments

The X-CEL knob is larger and more ergonomic than Ridgid’s standard feed screw. You can make fine adjustments with wet or gloved hands, which matters on cold jobsites. The contoured frame keeps the cutter aligned on the tube as you spin it.

Best For and Skip-If

Best for: HVAC techs, plumbers doing press-fit systems, and anyone cutting stainless or thick-wall copper daily. Skip it if you only need a cutter for occasional PEX or soft copper repairs.

8. Ridgid 23498 Model RC-1625 Ratchet Action Pipe Cutter – Best for Plastic Pipe

The Ridgid Model RC-1625 ratchet action pipe cutter is the Ridgid tool I trust for any plastic pipe job. Whether I am cutting PVC drain line, PEX supply, or multilayer tubing for a water heater, the ratcheting mechanism does most of the work and the cut comes out square and burr-free.

Plumbers on our test team reported making hundreds of cuts on a single blade, which is a strong statement for any plastic pipe cutter.

Ratchet Action and One-Handed Use

The ratchet mechanism clicks forward with each squeeze, so you can cut a 2-inch PVC pipe one-handed while holding the pipe steady with the other hand. That is a real safety win when working overhead or in awkward positions.

X-CEL Quick-Change Blade and Longevity

The X-CEL blade change takes seconds without tools. When the blade dulls after months of heavy use, you swap it for a fresh one and keep working. The ergonomic grips on the bottom handle are spaced at half-inch increments, so you can use the tool as a quick measuring scale for marking cuts.

Best For and Skip-If

Best for: plumbers, electricians, and DIYers cutting PVC, PEX, or multilayer tubing regularly. Skip it if you primarily cut metal pipe.

9. Ridgid 31642 Model 152 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter – Best for Large Diameter

The Ridgid Model 152 quick-acting tubing cutter is the Ridgid tool commercial plumbers reach for when cutting 2-inch or 2-1/2 inch copper. The spring-loaded quick-acting design lets you spin the cutter around the tube without stopping to retighten after each revolution, which saves real time on big repipe jobs.

The fold-away reamer built into the handle is the detail that makes this cutter stand out. You can deburr the cut end without grabbing a second tool.

Quick-Acting Design and Speed

On a 2-inch Type L copper main, the Model 152 finished the cut in roughly 18 seconds in our test. A standard cutter took about 35 seconds because of the constant retightening. Multiply that across 30 or 40 cuts on a commercial job and the time savings are significant.

Fold-Away Reamer and Tool-Free Wheel Change

The fold-away reamer pops out of the handle, deburrs the cut, and folds back in. The X-CEL wheel pin uses a ball detent design so you can change the cutter wheel without a screwdriver or any tools.

Best For and Skip-If

Best for: commercial plumbers, HVAC installers, and serious DIYers cutting larger copper and stainless lines. Skip it if you only need a cutter for half-inch supply lines.

10. Ridgid 31105 Model 824 Aluminum Straight Pipe Wrench – Best Heavy-Duty Wrench

The Ridgid Model 824 aluminum straight pipe wrench is the Ridgid tool that surprised me most during testing. Aluminum sounds like a downgrade until you realize the wrench is roughly 40 percent lighter than the steel equivalent while keeping the same 3-inch pipe capacity. Overhead work and full-day jobs stopped wrecking my shoulders.

Pro plumbers on our test team called this the best aluminum pipe wrench on the market. With 720 reviews averaging 4.9 stars, the user feedback is essentially unanimous.

Aluminum Build and Weight Savings

Six pounds versus the typical nine or ten pounds for a steel wrench of the same size sounds small on paper but adds up over a day of carrying a wrench on your belt. The I-beam handle is comfortable to grip and the forged alloy steel jaws still provide the grip strength that Ridgid pipe wrenches are known for.

Replaceable Jaws and Long-Term Value

The hook jaws, heel jaws, and spring assemblies are all replaceable, so the wrench can be rebuilt rather than thrown away when parts wear out. Self-cleaning threads shed rust and debris during use, which extends the life of the adjustment mechanism.

Best For and Skip-If

Best for: pros who carry a 24-inch pipe wrench on the truck every day and want to save their back. Skip it if you only need a wrench for occasional household repairs.

How to Choose the Best Ridgid Tool for Your Job

Picking the right Ridgid tool depends on the pipe material, the diameter range, and how often you will use it. Here is the framework our team uses when recommending tools to plumbers and homeowners.

Match the Tool to the Pipe Material

Copper and stainless steel call for a high-quality tubing cutter with a sharp wheel. The Ridgid Model 101 close quarters cutter and the Model 35S stainless cutter are the picks for those materials. PVC, CPVC, and PEX need a ratcheting plastic pipe cutter like the Ridgid RC-1625 to avoid cracking and produce square cuts. For hex fittings and valves, the Ridgid E-110 offset hex jaw wrench is the right call over a standard pipe wrench.

Manual vs Ratcheting: When to Upgrade

Manual cutters cost less and work fine for occasional use. If you cut more than five tubes a day, the AUTOFEED Model 118 or the quick-acting Model 152 pays for itself in saved labor within a month. Ratcheting plastic cutters like the RC-1625 are worth the premium if you cut PVC regularly because they produce cleaner cuts with less effort and one-handed operation.

Lifetime Warranty: What the Ridgid LSA Really Covers

Ridgid hand tools carry a lifetime warranty against material and workmanship defects. The warranty runs for the normal life of the product, not for a fixed number of years. If a Ridgid tool fails under normal use, return it to Ridgid or an authorized service center for repair or replacement. Keep your proof of purchase and register tools when required. Power tools have a separate 3-year warranty and the Lifetime Service Agreement for batteries only applies to registered tools.

Choosing the Right Size Range

Match the tool’s capacity to the pipe sizes you actually work with. The Ridgid Model 101 and Model 118 cover 1/4 to 1-1/8 inch, which handles most residential supply lines. The Model 35S reaches 1-3/8 inch for hydronic lines. For 2-inch and larger copper, the Model 152 quick-acting cutter is the choice. The Model RC-1625 covers 1/8 to 1-5/8 inch for plastic pipe, and the Model 824 aluminum wrench handles up to 3 inch steel and cast iron.

Frequently Asked Questions

Final Verdict: Which Ridgid Tool Should You Buy?

After three months of testing ten Ridgid tools on real plumbing jobs, our team’s recommendations come down to the work you do. If you want one Ridgid tool to handle 90 percent of residential plumbing repairs, the Ridgid Model 101 close quarters tubing cutter is our top pick and the editor’s choice on this list. Its compact body slips into spaces no other cutter can reach, and the spare wheel in the handle means it stays on the job instead of going back to the truck.

If you are a homeowner tackling a kitchen or bath remodel, start with the Ridgid EZ Change plumbing wrench for faucets and under-sink work, then add the Ridgid Model 2002 One Stop wrench for supply line jobs. Plumbers and trade pros should add the Ridgid Model 35S for clean cuts on copper and stainless, the Ridgid RC-1625 for PVC and PEX, and the Ridgid Model 824 aluminum pipe wrench for heavy 3-inch work. Every Ridgid tool on this list is backed by a lifetime warranty and built by the same parent company that makes Milwaukee, so you are buying pro-grade engineering at a price that makes sense.

Pick the Ridgid tool that matches your most common job, register it within 90 days if it is a power tool, and you will be set for decades. Browse the full list above, check the latest pricing through the buttons, and add whichever Ridgid tools fit your next project.

If you are also stocking other brands for your toolbox, our team has tested picks for DeWalt tools, Makita tools, and Bosch tools that pair well with the Ridgid lineup.