12 best tile cutters

Construction and repair is an important topic faced by all adult citizens of our country. Often, the untwisted finishing mechanism encounters such a simple obstacle, like cutting hard materials. It can be ceramic or paving tiles, granite, marble or glass. And if before the only assistant home craftsman was a manual glass cutter, today a specialized tool is widely represented on the market. The range includes models for beginners, as well as serious equipment for professionals.

It should be noted that in most cases tile cutter becomes a highly specialized tool. Therefore, before buying it is necessary to weigh all the pros and cons, consider the feasibility of acquiring an expensive model. Experts recommend to consider several factors when choosing a tile cutter.

The main criteria for choosing a tile cutter

The first step is to determine the purpose of the purchase. A homemade master who decided to put on his own ordinary ceramic tiles in an apartment or a house will be able to use a simple mechanical tile cutter. But if you want to make a lot of holes in the tile for communication, then you should look at the models with a ballerina.

1. Professionals appreciate several qualities in the tool. He should make a perfectly flat cut or cut. At the same time work has to be performed quickly and easily.

2. A lot of time the master has to spend on performing measurements. Therefore, models with a ruler or a laser beam look preferable. Precision during cutting allows stops.

3. When choosing a tile cutter, it is necessary to take into account the presence of the electrical network in the object under construction. If you want to maintain high rates of finishing in the absence of electricity, a battery-powered tool will come to the rescue.

Our review includes the best tile cutters. The following criteria were taken into account when compiling the rating:

1. the purpose of the tool;

2. specifications;

3. price;

4. expert opinion;

5. feedback from home craftsmen.

Top Tile Cutters Rating

The best mechanical tile cutters

The principle of the mechanical tile cutter is very simple. The cutting roller is held along the marked line, after which the foot with two anchor points presses the area near the notch. The tile bursts exactly on made propil. Only a sharp tool is able to make a smooth edge without chipping. Experts recommend paying attention to several mechanical tile cutters.

BATTIPAV Super Pro 900

Rating 4.9

A worthy tool for a professional tiler is the BATTIPAV Super Pro 900 mechanical tile cutter. Experts gave him a palm for the optimal cut length (900 mm), which is enough to work with most tile materials.Professionals note the high quality of the Italian instrument, the video is very sharply sharpened. After cutting does not have to edit the edges of the tile. The device behaves steadily on any level ground.

With the tool you can make straight and diagonal sections of the workpiece. It allows you to work with ceramics and porcelain tiles with a thickness of up to 19 mm. The most accurate and accurate cut is obtained when moving the working part with a roller from itself.

RUBI TP-66-S

Rating 4.8

One of the best hand tile cutters today is the RUBI TP-66-S 12954 model. It hit the second line of the rating due to its tough and reliable monorail structure. The tool is able to work for a long time, evenly cutting the tile. For quick and effective break the manufacturer has applied a springy table. The ergonomic handle with one guide provides convenience at long work. There will be no problem for the tool to cut both ceramics, gres and porcelain stoneware. To the winner, the model is inferior in cut length (660 mm).

To make fast and accurate measurements allows quick release line. Straight and diagonal cut provides a special stop. Included is a winder roller, which is the main cutting part.

BISON EXPERT on bearings 33195-60

Rating 4.7

Domestic tile cutter can hardly claim to be the best tool in the world. ZUBR EXPERT on bearings 33195-60 got into our rating due to reasonable price and high-quality execution. Bearings are installed for smooth movement of the carriage with the cutting part. Although the work of the device is hardly ideal, but for amateurs and beginners tilers it will become a reliable assistant. Not even cut is due to play in the video. But it is enough to independently modify the structure to eliminate the curvature.

Users note a greater depth of cut (up to 30 mm) and an acceptable length (up to 600 mm). The tool is easy to use, it is light (6 kg) and compact. With it, it is possible to cut not only ceramic tiles, but also hard porcelain tiles.

Gigant TC 800

Rating 4.6

A good solution for beginner tilers is to buy a Gigant TC 800 tile cutter. This model has bribed experts with a cut length (800 mm) and ease of use. The manufacturer has equipped the tool with a ruler with an emphasis. It allows you to accurately and effectively perform operations associated with cutting tiles. Also, users respond positively about the durability of the device, good build quality. Simplifies the work and the laser, it makes the line somewhat thick, but with a certain dexterity it will not interfere with the quality cut.

A weak bed did not allow the tool to occupy a place in the top three. Therefore, when pressing on the tile, the edge breaks. Many masters successfully strengthen the platform, then the tool becomes flawless.

Plitkorez with compasses Enkor 600 of mm 1/3 3664

Rating 4.6

Two factors helped us to get into our rating of tile cutter Enkor 600mm 1/3 3664. Experts consider low price as the first advantage of the tool. A tiler flattering about the presence of a ballerina. This simple device allows you to make round holes in the tile, without using another tool. The movable roller cutter easily handles the glazing of ceramic tiles, and the stop fork effectively separates the cut parts. Thanks to the porous rubber lining it is possible to prevent tile slippage.

Consumers are attracted to this tile cutter not only with an affordable price and good cut quality, but also with a ballerina.This simple device allows you to make holes without resorting to power tools.

Advantages and disadvantages of various types of tile cutters

TYPE OF CUTTING	ADVANTAGES	LIMITATIONS
MANUAL MECHANICAL	+ ENERGY DEPENDENCE + COMPACTNESS + SMALL WEIGHT + IN SOME MODELS HAVE A BALLERINK	- THE IDEAL EDGE IS NOT ALWAYS RECEIVED. - LIMITED MATERIAL THICKNESS
MANUAL ELECTRIC	+ IT IS POSSIBLE TO WORK WITH BIG PLATES + COMPACT DIMENSIONS + AVAILABLE PRICE + EFFICIENCY OF WORK	- WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED - GREAT TOOL WEIGHT
ELECTRICAL STATIONARY	+ PERFECT CUT QUALITY + IT IS POSSIBLE TO WORK WITH DIMENSIONAL MATERIALS + BIG THICKNESS OF THE TREATED TILE + CONVENIENCE AT WORK	- HIGH PRICE - BIG DIMENSIONS

The best manual electric tile cutters

Electric tile cutters allow you to cut through the material throughout the thickness. Due to the high speed of rotation of the diamond coated disk, it manages to cope with the hardest tiles. But to get an even cut, the tiler will have to practice a little. Professionals have chosen some successful models.

DeWALT DWC 410

Rating 4.9

Electric tile cutter DeWALT DWC 410 became the winner of our rating thanks largely to its multifunctionality. The tool is used not only by tilers to work with ceramics or porcelain stoneware, but also by glaziers, designers of monuments, sidewalkers, etc. Wet cutting effectively fights dust generation, which has a positive effect on occupational safety. The tool provides adjustment of the cutting depth, which ranges from 0 ... 34 mm when cutting at right angles. Sawing can be performed at an angle of 45 to 90 degrees.

The electric device has a powerful motor (1.3 kW), working from a household network. The weight of the tool is only 3 kg, which allows you to quickly maneuver within the premises.

Ryobi LTS180M

Rating 4.8

The second place in our rating of tile cutter Ryobi LTS180M provided the battery drive. This gives the tiler the necessary mobility and energy independence. Experts emit a powerful 18-volt engine, thanks to which it is possible to cut ceramics, marble, porcelain tiles, and stone tiles. The device is equipped with a diamond disc with a diameter of 102 mm. The solid edge of the disc in combination with high revs (5000 r / min) provides an accurate cut without chipping. A spindle lock is provided for safe disk replacement.

When cutting at a right angle, it is possible to work with tiled materials with a thickness of 22 mm, if an angle of 45 degrees is required, then the size of the tile is reduced to 16 mm. All controls are located on the handle, which simplifies the work with the tool.

STANLEY STSP125-B9

Rating 4.7

A convenient tool for cutting tile materials is the STANLEY STSP125-B9 model. He is capable of processing ceramics, tile or paving tiles. The tile cutter is inexpensive, so any finisher can get it. The experts gave the third line of the rating for high motor power (1.32 kW) and a greater spindle rotation speed (13000 rpm). In combination with a diamond disk (125 mm), the tool allows you to get a neat edge without chips. The weight of the device is only 3.1 kg.

Unfortunately, the manufacturer did not provide such useful functions as cutting at an angle and water cooling. But to maintain the device is convenient due to good access to the brushes of the electric motor.

The best electric stationary tile cutters

A serious device is a stationary electric tile cutter. It is equipped with a table with legs, which allows you to minimize the fatigue of the master during work. This machine allows you to work with the hardest and thickest materials due to the large diamond disc and water cooling of the cutting zone. Several instruments attracted the attention of experts.

DeWALT D24000

Rating 4.9

The electric machine DeWALT D24000 can cope with any kinds of tile materials. It can be facing tiles, porcelain tiles, marble or stone. The model took the first line of the rating thanks to a powerful engine (1.6 kW), water cooling, and the possibility of cutting at an angle. Cutting depth when cutting at an angle of 90 degrees is 95 mm. The maximum tile length is limited to 610 mm.

The machine has 2 stops, this design allows you to improve the accuracy of cuts at any angles. At the same time, it is possible to cut a tile at a 45 degree angle without prior marking. Safety of work is provided by the casing, which completely covers the saw blade with a diameter of 250 mm.

DIAM SPmax-250 / 1.5

Rating 4.8

One of the most advanced stationary tile cutters is the DIAM SPmax-250 / 1.5 model. The experts gave him a second place in the rating for the reasonableness of the design. The Korean manufacturer has extensive experience in the manufacture of stone-cutting equipment. The model impresses with a powerful motor (1.5 kW) and a large desktop (1060x510 (630) mm). The tile cutter is well equipped, it has stops for tiles, carriage adjustment in height, the possibility of cutting at an angle.

The machine is installed on the legs, providing convenience to the tiler during long work. The tool gives in to the leader in the depth of the cut at a right angle (60 mm), which can be affected when working with paving slabs.

HUSQVARNA TS 66 R

Rating 4.7

Any tool from Huskvarna can be called professional. The tile cutter HUSQVARNA TS 66 R is no exception. As standard, the device has all the necessary functions for working the tiler. Experts highlight the presence of a pump that supplies water to the work area. Provided and adjust the flow of coolant. The cutting part moves along the monorail located above the bed. Therefore, the process of cutting occurs with minimal human involvement.

It was not possible to bypass the competitors of the model due to the lack of a ruler, there are only stops that allow to make an exact cut. And the power of the electric motor tool is weaker than the leaders (800 W). The depth of the cut is also not impressive, only 40 mm (angle of 90 degrees).

Encore Corvette-464

Rating 4.6

The most affordable electric stationary tile cutter in our ranking was the domestic development of Enkor Corvette-464. At the same time, the machine has a number of advantages that are highly valued by professional tilers. The tool allows you to make cuts at a right angle (30 mm), and at an angle. Thanks to an 800 W motor and a spindle speed of 2850 rpm, the device is able to cope with a wide range of tile materials. The hardness of the material does not have a decisive value, becauseThe machine is equipped with a diamond disc and water cooling.

Professionals note the small weight of the device (28.5 kg), the compactness of the equipment (1120x540x480 mm). The length of the cut is limited to 500 mm.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.