The 8 Best Magnetic Tapes

This wiki has been updated 28 times since it was first published in November of 2018. When you want to stick one thing to another thing, magnetic tape might be just the help you need. Most are adhesive, so there's no messy gluing required, and you can use these to create gifts and goods of all kinds, including refrigerator ornaments, labels, small tool holders, and much more. We've included a range of sizes here, so there is something for nearly any type of craft you can imagine. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 28 times since it was first published in November of 2018. When you want to stick one thing to another thing, magnetic tape might be just the help you need. Most are adhesive, so there's no messy gluing required, and you can use these to create gifts and goods of all kinds, including refrigerator ornaments, labels, small tool holders, and much more. We've included a range of sizes here, so there is something for nearly any type of craft you can imagine. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Master Magnetics 1-Inch

This Master Magnetics 1-Inch (around $45) is just wide enough to help you with many common crafty tasks, like making refrigerator decorations, while it's long enough at 100 feet that you'll be able to complete tons of interesting projects.

Hefty at about 9 pounds
For temps up to 150 degrees
Cut with scissors or hobby knife

2. Houseables Write On

Whether for home or classroom use, the Houseables Write On (about $12) gives you plenty of options for labeling, teaching, organizing, and studying. You'll get 25 feet of 1-inch-wide, repositionable, dry erase surface, and unlike tape, it will never leave a sticky residue.

Holds a single sheet of paper
Glossy and smooth
For water-soluble dry erase markers

3. XFasten 3-Pack

Flexibility is the name of the game with the XFasten 3-Pack (about $20), since it is more bendable than many other options, allowing for easy application. It's pretty strong, as well, holding up to 5 pounds of metal objects per linear foot.

You get three 10-foot rolls
Adhesive sticks to concrete and wood
Doesn't feel brittle

4. Neil Enterprises 100 Piece

While tape is plenty versatile, some crafts projects could benefit from these Neil Enterprises 100 Piece (appx. $46) sets. There are seven sizes you can choose, from diminutive 1-inch squares to large 5-inch by 7-inch pieces, great for making photo gifts, educational tools, and more.

No hassle to trim or cut
Fun for save the dates
Measurements may be slightly off

5. Dabit Quality

The materials for designing and creating at home can quickly add up, but the Dabit Quality (about $26) won't put too much of a dent in your wallet. It is 1/2-inch wide, gives you 25 feet of length, and cuts just fine with any regular scissors.

Simple peel-and-stick application
Adheres to a variety of surfaces
Magnetic attraction is so-so

6. Premium Disc 12-Pack

When you need some serious sticking power, the Premium Disc 12-Pack (about $20) will provide, as each is made from neodymium, which will hold more than your run-of-the-mill model. They're also triple-coated with nickel, copper, and nickel again for extra sturdiness.

Comes with adhesive stickers
Not for use with glue guns
Keep away from children

7. Master Magnetics 1/2-Inch

The Master Magnetics 1/2-Inch (about $60) is made to high enough quality standards, but since it's both narrow and quite thin, it simply won't hold too much. If you have a small, delicate project, this might be okay, but if you need something robust, this probably isn't it.

100 feet in length
Will attach to slightly curved steel
Fine for temps down to 0 degrees

8. Xyron 25-Foot

The Xyron 25-Foot (appx. $7) gives you what most others don't, a handy-dandy dispenser that makes both storing and cutting to size a snap. This does mean, though, that it's on the thinner and flimsier side, so you may have to use more if you're working with heavy objects.

Can be torn with your hands
Not too expensive
Best for postcards and light paper

Last updated by Melissa Harr

Melissa Harr is a language-obsessed writer from Chicagoland who holds both a bachelor of arts and master of arts in English. Although she began as a TEFL teacher, earning several teaching certificates and working in both Russia and Vietnam, she moved into freelance writing to satisfy her passion for the written word. She has published full-length courses and books in the realm of arts & crafts and DIY; in fact, most of her non-working time is spent knitting, cleaning, or committing acts of home improvement. Along with an extensive knowledge of tools, home goods, and crafts and organizational supplies, she has ample experience (okay, an obsession) with travel gear, luggage, and the electronics that make modern life more convenient.

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