The Best Staple Guns for 2021
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For this post, I have put together a collection of the best staple guns currently available. These tools are extremely versatile whether you are an experienced builder or the occasional weekend DIY warrior. These differ from a standard desk stapler by providing much greater force to staple into harder items such as wood, cardboard, canvas, and fabrics.
UPDATED: July 2, 2021.
MY TOP PICK:
If you are looking for the best overall, I recommend the DEWALT DWHT80276 because it features strong, lightweight carbon fiber composite construction and optimized trigger mechanics to reduce fatigue.
How do they work?
Staple guns operate by simply loading staples into the retractable magazine located on the bottom of the tool. Then by squeezing the handle it uses an internal spring to drive a single staple out. The handle can be repeatedly squeezed until the staples have been used up. The magazine then needs to be filled with a new set of staples and the process can repeat.
Types
Some models will drive a variety of fasteners in addition to standard staples, such as brads, nails, and cable staples. Check to make sure the one you select uses the right size of staples (typically 1/4” up to 9/16”) and type (crown and/or brads) for your particular application.
Power Setting
Look out for the option to select a high or low power setting. This allows you to customize it to whether you are working with a hard or soft material. By using a lower setting on more delicate materials it can help to reduce the risk of over-driving the staple and potentially causing unwanted damage to the surface or object.
Materials:
The most common materials staple guns are constructed from include:
Steel - usually with a chrome finish, offers a good value for both durability and corrosion resistance. Typically heavier than other material options such as plastic or carbon fiber.
Carbon fiber - as strong as steel but much more lightweight, and typically more expensive. The internal working components will be steel.
Aluminum - lightweight and more durable than plastic, but can bend more easily than steel if subjected to extreme force.
Plastic - lightweight and the most affordable option but not as durable as steel or carbon fiber.
Work Surface
Make sure you are working on a surface that is protected by something like a cutting mat to prevent potential damage to your table or workbench. You can also put down a couple of layers of cardboard to protect the work area.
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So here is my list of The Best Staple Guns for 2021.
Enjoy!
Best Overall: DEWALT DWHT80276 Carbon Fiber Composite Staple Gun
The DEWALT DWHT80276 features a lightweight yet strong carbon fiber composite construction.
Features a bottom load design for quick replacement of staples.
Includes a low fastener indicator.
Offers an optimized trigger mechanics to reduce the required squeeze pressure.
Accepts both heavy-duty staples and 18-gauge brads.
Includes a reversible belt hook for quick and convenient access.
Runner-up: Rapid 20511550 R34 Staple Gun
The Rapid 20511550 R34 is compatible with Rapid No. 140 flat wire staples at 6mm to 14mm.
Equipped with a three-step squeeze force adjustment system to reduce fatigue.
Features an all-steel durable design with a noise damper.
Includes a locking handle for compact storage.
Features an adjustable force and no recoil.
Best Grip: BOSTITCH T6-8 Staple Gun
The BOSTITCH T6-8 features an easy to use squeeze mechanism to reduce user fatigue.
Offers a lightweight diecast aluminum design.
Includes a steel handle with over-molded rubber grip for comfort.
Convenient bottom loading for quick and easy reloading.
Equipped with a nickel chrome-plated steel magazine.
Features a core that provides a smooth sliding surface for staples.
Best Value: Arrow Fastener T50 Staple Gun
The Arrow Fastener iconic model T50 features an all-chromed steel housing, jam-resistant mechanism.
Features a powerful coil spring to drive staples.
Equipped with a staple viewing window to see the current availability.
Constructed from hardened steel working parts for long-lasting durability.
Designed for use with 6 sizes of T50 staples: 1/4-inch to 9/16-inch.
Best Flush-Nose Design: Stanley TR250 Staple Gun
The Stanley TR250 features an easy-squeeze system that works as a staple gun, brad nailer, cable tacker, and wire tacker.
Equipped with an all-metal drive channel for better penetration.
Features a housing constructed from heavy-duty aircraft-aluminum.
Comes with high and low power lever for either hard or soft materials.
Features a flush-nose design that solves the problem of stapling in tight spots.
Includes a lock-down handle for safe storage.
Uses a quick-view window to easily see the staples.
Uses Stanley SharpShooter TRA700 series or Arrow T-50 heavy duty narrow crown staples and 1/2-Inch, 9/16-Inch and 5/8-Inch Brads.
Best for Different Fasteners: DEWALT DWHTTR510 Staple Gun
The DEWALT DWHTTR510 drives five types of fasteners, offering the ability to take on a range of jobs.
Features a high and low power switch for increased material options.
Equipped with an integrated wire guide makes fastening cable and wire quick.
Comes with an interchangeable belt clip for belts and pockets.
Best Kit: Tacwise 1263 Z3-140 Staple Gun
The Tacwise 1263 offers the ability to use three types of fasteners: 140 staples, 180 nails, and 180 headless pins.
Equipped with a margin adjuster that allows for a straight line of staples along an edge.
Features an ergonomic grip design to reduce hand fatigue.
Uses a recessed cutaway nose to accurately place the fasteners on the project.
Includes a belt hanger for quick and easy access.
Comes with a handle lock down for safe storage
Best for Wires: Arrow Fastener T25 Staple Gun
The Arrow Fastener T25 low-voltage wire staple gun features an all-chrome steel housing.
Features a jam-resistant rear-load mechanism.
Includes a grooved wire guide to protect wires against damage.
Equipped with a curved blade for consistent stapling.
Designed for use with T25 staples size 3/8-inch, 7/16-inch, and 9/16-inch.
Features a cushioned grip for increased user comfort.
Best Budget Option: Topec Staple Gun
The Topec staple gun features a three-in-one design that uses U-type, D-type, and T-type staples.
Features durable steel construction.
Equipped with a jam clearing system that allows for the quick removal of stuck staples.
Features an adjustable pressure knob for project customization.
Best Lightweight Option: Stanley TR150HL Staple Gun
The Stanley TR150HL features a lightweight design with a handle lock for safe storage.
Features a quick-jam clear mechanism and easy-squeeze handle.
Equipped with a durable aircraft aluminum housing.
Comes with an easy-slide full-stick staple load.
Offers a high and low power lever for hard and soft materials.
Use with: Arrow T-50 Staples, TRA 700 Series.
Staple height: 1/4 in, 5/16 in, 3/8 in, 1/2 in, 9/16 in.
I hope this list of the best staple guns was helpful.
If you think I left out one that is important or have a suggestion for a future article, let me know in the comments below.
Brandon Hubbard, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
