There are plenty of times when a staple is more useful than a nail or a screw, so having the best stapler in your toolkit is essential. Whether you just want a solid manual stapler or a high-tech electric one, there are a few things to think about first. Manual Staplers This is a lightweight and relatively basic stapler. It doesn’t have a rubberised top handle, but the cut-out section where your fingers go has a rubberised piece of cushioning. It’s not uncomfortable to use, although you need to apply pressure to the material when stapling to avoid misfires. Comfort-wise, there’s a nice green foam grip on the lower handle. However, the cut-out section is a bit of a tight fit. I do have large hands though, so it won’t cause an issue if you’ve got normal-sized mitts. My tests revealed that it couldn’t quite handle forcing into plastics, which typically require a more potent stapler that runs off compressed air, while tougher woods and those with a stubborn grain would see the staple fold in on itself.

This is an excellent piece of kit! I bought it because I made a headboard for my bed and need a staple gun to attach the canvas to the MDF base. It is so easy to use, it takes all the hard work out of stapling, (I am disabled and my hands are not very strong which is why I bought it), it does a brilliant job and I would highly recommend it if you are looking for a good quality stapler. Brilliant!” Made from stainless steel, it feels like a sturdy stapler and not a plastic toy. Weighing in at nearly 600 g, it’s not the lightest on my list. It’s not a bad weight for a heavy-duty manual stapler though.Constructed from cast aluminium, the weight is kept down under 700 g, but it still feels like a heavy manual stapler. You can fit heavy-duty staples and brad nails. It’s a versatile fastening tool for DIY use in the home or workshop. You can adjust between high and low pressure, depending on the material you’re working with. The stapler will accept 10mm-14mm staples, and 12mm to 15mm brads. It’s great for upholstery work, fencing, cable laying and more. The 6 IN 1 stapler is an upgrade from Workpro’s popular 4 IN 1. It basically means you can shoot six different types of staples and nails without changing any settings. That makes this one of the more versatile staplers I’ve tested. If you plan to do a lot of stapling, it’ll make all the difference.

The perfect set for anyone who wants a staple gun and a staple remover in one. This heavy-duty staple gun fires 4-8mm staples, making it excellent for those who want an upholstery staple gun, or something for smaller projects. Designed for semi-pro applications, this could be the product for you if you’re searching for a solution to support hobby crafting. FeaturesThe top lever has a nice rubber finish to it that improves grip, and it’s matched by the foam insert in the bottom grip cut out. It’s a bit tight on my large hand, but for most users, it shouldn’t be an issue. You’ve got to put in a fair bit of effort to fire a staple or brad nail. Especially when you dial up the power to maximum, but it’s worth the effort for the power at the business end.