The 8 Best Strap Clamps

This wiki has been updated 21 times since it was first published in February of 2019. Handy-persons, professional woodworkers, and DIYers can never have enough clamps. These band or strap-style models are especially useful, because they not only fit on standard squares and rectangles, but also accommodate irregularly shaped objects, too. Their operation takes a little getting used to, but once mastered, you'll find them incredibly versatile. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 21 times since it was first published in February of 2019. Handy-persons, professional woodworkers, and DIYers can never have enough clamps. These band or strap-style models are especially useful, because they not only fit on standard squares and rectangles, but also accommodate irregularly shaped objects, too. Their operation takes a little getting used to, but once mastered, you'll find them incredibly versatile. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Powertec Basic

The Powertec Basic (about $14) is surprisingly robust for a budget-friendly selection, and versatile, too, allowing you to work with variously-shaped objects, including those that are irregular. The webbing itself is sturdy nylon, which helps it provide fine stability.

Polygon model also available
Quick-release levers
Non-marring jaws

2. Bessey Vario Angle

Offering a generous 22-foot band, the Bessey Vario Angle (appx. $43) is a go-to thanks to its high-tensile-strength polyester and swiveling pressure plates. Acting together, they give you stability for all of your woodworking projects, especially picture frames.

Retracts via a crank
4 corner brackets
Feels durable and well made

3. Pony 30-Foot

This Pony 30-Foot (appx. $92) may not have all the bells and whistles of some models, but it doesn't have to, because it does the job it's supposed to do reliably\. It pulls tight with dual self-locking mechanisms that allow you to adjust from both sides for ease of use.

Tough canvas strap
Cast-iron clamp
Simple but effective

4. Pittsburgh Ratcheting

The working load of the Pittsburgh Ratcheting (around $9) is 396 pounds, which should be plenty for most of your home DIY projects. It tightens via a ratcheting mechanism, as you may have guessed, and has four removable clamps molded for 90-degree angles.

About 15 feet long
Stays in place well
Does not come with any instructions

5. Horusdy Frame Clamp

It probably won't win any awards for ultimate durability, but the Horusdy Frame Clamp (around $13) is also not all that pricey, so it's a workable option for those who only need it occasionally. Plus, it has a handle, making it easier for some folks to employ than the ones that don't.

For square and asymmetrical items
Practical anti-slip grip
Plastic parts feel flimsy

6. EZ Travel Collection Strap System

Installing hardwood flooring? Then you may need this EZ Travel Collection Strap System (appx. $29) and its clamping pressure of around 220 pounds. You'll get two units with each order, both made with powder-coated metal that resists corrosion.

Tightens with pull bar plate
1-inch-wide webbing
Best for light-duty jobs

7. Pony 15-Foot

The Pony 15-Foot (about $24) doesn't have the most creative name you've ever heard, but that's okay, because it's a solid tool that gives you the versatility your workshop needs. And unlike many, its corners are steel, not plastic, so they've got the strength to go the distance.

Made in the usa
Self-locking aluminum cam
A bit expensive for the length

8. MLCS Merle

The MLCS Merle (around $39) claims to have virtually no limitations when it comes to shape or angle, a feat it achieves with its non-marring inserts that adjust with little trouble. You'll receive four of these, but more are available for purchase separately.

Solid and strong
23 feet of steel banding
Some find it awkward to retract

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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