iCrimp Copper Tube fittings Crimping tool with 1/2,3/4 and 1-inch Jaw for ProPress copper fitting IWISS-1632AF

First I'll note that I am terrible at soldering and I've used sharkbite push connect fittings on other projects. Sharkbite is easy & great but doesn't present well and can be difficult to provide supports. Next I consider myself to be in average strength/condition for an adult man. I was able to crimp a 1" fitting with this product with extreme effort but was able to get through it. 3/4" fittings are much easier but still taxing on arms after you do say 4 or 5. If your planning to use this on your home projects, doing a few fittings here and there this is a great tool. It does require a lot of space so not for cramped spaces; Consider sharkbite for those spaces if you can't solder.

I use it all the time. I'm in property management and I'm so glad I bought it. Makes my job so much better. Nice and clean.

I am a plumber and needed a extra pro press tool on a work van without spending 2k. This tool works great. The only thing wrong with it is it won't work for me on pro press Ts, each end it worked great but for the center fitting the tools head is to fat. Other then it works great for pro press crimp and copper rings. Very versatile.

You do need some space for the long handles, but you need the leverage. It's a little challenging to work in a wall and get the head on the fitting. I installed a new shower valve with 11 fittings (used Viega) and no leaks. A very cost effective option.

This thing is amazing. Easily crimped 5 fittings. I will always be using this. I am NOT a person who regularly solders, although I know how, we all know how it works. Buy a can of flux, use it for one job, need it again in 6 months, it's no good. This thing is a game changer. It is heavy, but, not crazy heavy. The size of the head WILL make it difficult in tight places but nevertheless, for a DIY fix, this thing rules.

Bought to see how I like crimp fittings before I buy a more expensive power crimper.This works better than I expected for the price. It’s a little heavy and won’t fit in real tight spaces but for most stuff it should be fine. I didn’t think it was hard to crimp like other reviews claimed. I have a pex band crimper that’s harder to use than this. The first time I used it I was prepared to really squeeze and was surprised how easy it was. It’s first use was to Install a tankless water heater and I crimped about 15 joints in less than 5 min after fitting and prep. Definitely a good tool if you don’t want to spend the thousands it costs for a power crimper or only need it occasionally.

Cannot get in hard to reach places

If you have the space to allow use of this tool, it works very well. Make sure to use an actual pipe cutter (not a saw) and de-burr both the inside and outside of the cut pipe before adding the fitting. Clean, smooth connections are required to prevent damage to the O-ring on the connector.With this tool, I repaired my heating system quickly and made it through the entire winter season without a single leak. Force required for a 3/4" pipe wasn't too hard with the handles fully extended. If you can use a bolt cutter, you should be strong enough to use this. The main limitation on this tool is space requirements. If your pipe is in a cramped access area, it might not work.