Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies
#11 in Hand-heldFull review
The 4-die Holdwell drive for small-pipe jobs at the lowest price here. Skip it if you might need 1-1/2 or 2 in.
Amazon $223.99$223.99
The Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies is the better pipe threading machine overall, rated 3.1 to 3.0. The Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies costs $48 less ($223.99 vs $271.99).
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Steel Dragon 550 Handheld Threader
#13 in Hand-heldFull review
A budget hand-held drive for small pipe, from a brand that also sells RIDGID-pattern parts. A sensible low-cost option for 1/2 to 1-1/4 in.
Amazon $271.99$271.99
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hand-held pipe threading machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies | Steel Dragon 550 Handheld Threader |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 83 $179.19 per inch of pipe ($223.99, up to 1-1/4 in) | 77 $217.59 per inch of pipe ($271.99, up to 1-1/4 in) |
| Capacity 20% | 8 threads pipe up to 1-1/4 in | 8 threads pipe up to 1-1/4 in |
| Dies 15% | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 1-1/4 in | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 1-1/4 in |
| Weight 10% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 40 28 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies | Steel Dragon 550 Handheld Threader | |
|---|---|---|
| Threading | ||
| Pipe range | 1/2 to 1-1/4 in | 1/2 to 1-1/4 in |
| Dies in the box | Up to 1-1/4 in | Up to 1-1/4 in |
| Speed | 26 rpm | 25 rpm |
| Power | 2,300 W | 1,800 W |
| In the box | ||
| Cutter | No | No |
| Reamer | No | No |
| Oil system | No | No |
| Stand or support arm | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 28 lb |