One round diameter, longer runs
You have round 10 mm² to 25 mm² singles and you will set one blade for that pile. The CREWORKS, at about £28.49, is the best value, with 4.1 from 3,982 reviews. Cable under about 4 mm can walk off the blade.
Cable peeling machine comparison 2026
The best cable peeling machines, compared.
Top pick: FONCOOD 6-BXQ Best value: CREWORKS WSM-SL25-00 – Single adjustable blade at about £28.49, with 4.1 from 3,982 reviews, for longer runs of one round diameter. Updated October 2026.
A cable peeling machine comparison of twelve amazon.co.uk hand-crank strippers. None of them is a mains motor, and none states a UKCA mark. You tell them apart by the feed: one adjustable blade claiming about 1–25 mm outside diameter, or those fixed holes. A 5.0 from two ratings is not the same evidence. If the pile is mostly flat 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm² twin and earth, selling the cable whole is often the better decision. Shape, diameter, and price band are in the [cable peeling machine buying guide](/hub/tools/cable-peeling-machine/sub/cable-peeling-machine-buying-guide). A cable peeling machine, in the way UK shoppers search, is a small bench stripper that slits the insulation off scrap cable so the metal can be sold separately from the plastic. The twelve amazon.co.uk listings are hand-crank tools you can also turn with your own drill.
A cable peeling machine comparison of twelve amazon.co.uk hand-crank strippers. None of them is a mains motor, and none states a UKCA mark.
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Our view
This FONCOOD offers six fixed feed channels across a stated 3–17 mm range, with carbide blades and dual adjustment knobs. Pre-drilled fixing holes support bench mounting, and the machine can be turned by hand or with a drill supplied separately. The two available review bodies are positive, describing it as good value and confirming that it works. Those comments contain almost no setup, cable-size or durability detail, however. Its perfect 5.0 rating is based on only two reviews and should not be compared directly with averages supported by hundreds of buyers. The specification is plausible for mixed round cable, but practical performance remains largely unverified.
Pros
- Six fixed feed channels across the stated 3–17 mm range
- Carbide blades with dual adjustment knobs
- Pre-drilled fixing holes for bench mounting
Cons
- Only two ratings support the 5.0 average
- Review text gives no useful cable-size or durability detail
Best for: Mixed round cable within the stated feeds where the buyer is comfortable accepting very limited owner evidence.
Less suitable: Buyers who want review-backed durability, detailed setup experience or a statistically meaningful rating.
Specifications
- Model
- FONCOOD 6-BXQ
- Brand
- FONCOOD
- Price
- ∼£41
- Customer rating
- 5.0/5(2)
- Feed
- Fixed holes
- Stated range
- 3–17 mm
- Channels
- 6 fixed
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- Carbide, dual knobs
- Mount
- Pre-drilled holes
- Weight
- 1.65 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the FONCOOD B0GYRMX42W include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 3–17 mm. That is a seller claim from the amazon.co.uk bullets, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
The Orifesio uses six fixed channels and five carbide blades to process mixed round cable in the listed 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm sizes. Owners report clean cuts on both smaller and larger cable, with work completed faster than by knife. Both the handle and a separately supplied drill are usable, although one reviewer preferred the handle after a drill rounded the crank bolt. Another buyer considered the layout better than cheaper single-position strippers, which supports paying more when cable diameters vary. The main complaints are missing blade-change or maintenance instructions and one unit arriving without its handle. Its 4.6 rating from 254 reviews provides a stronger balance of performance and evidence than the lightly reviewed multi-channel alternatives.
Pros
- Clean cuts on small and large cable
- Faster than a knife
- Drill or handle both used; one buyer prefers the handle because a drill rounded the crank bolt
- Described as better than cheaper single-position strippers
Cons
- No instructions for blade changes or maintenance
- One unit arrived with no handle
Best for: Mixed round cable matching the fixed 3–17 mm feeds, especially when frequent diameter changes make one adjustable blade inconvenient.
Less suitable: Cable over 17 mm, thin flat cable, or buyers who need comprehensive blade-maintenance instructions.
Specifications
- Model
- Orifesio 6-channel
- Brand
- Orifesio
- Price
- ∼£41
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(254)
- Feed
- Fixed holes
- Stated range
- 3–17 mm
- Channels
- 6 channels
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- Carbide, dual knobs
- Spare blade
- No
- Mount
- Holes in the base
- Weight
- 2 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the Orifesio B0DWW5VQQ3 include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm. That is a seller claim from the amazon.co.uk bullets, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
The Orifesio U447 combines six blade channels with three pressure-roller channels, extending the stated range down to 0.4 mm and up to 17 mm. Its pressure roller and half-wrap baffle are intended to support thinner cable, and one reviewer says the roller helps protect the core. Owners also describe the machine as compact and smoother once fixed to a board. Hand-crank or separately supplied drill operation allows controlled setup before faster processing. Only four UK review bodies and twelve ratings were available, with little critical detail about long-term use. The broader feed arrangement is noteworthy, but the low-end 0.4 mm claim remains less well evidenced than the physical specification suggests.
Pros
- Compact
- Pressure roller said to protect the core by one buyer
- Smoother once mounted on a board
- Nine stated feeds combine blade and pressure-roller channels
Cons
- Only four UK review bodies provide practical detail
- Little critical or long-term durability feedback
- The 0.4 mm minimum claim is not strongly evidenced by reviews
Best for: Mixed round cable where pressure-roller support for thinner sizes is more useful than a conventional six-hole layout.
Less suitable: Buyers who need extensive evidence for the 0.4 mm minimum or long-term durability.
Specifications
- Model
- Orifesio U447
- Brand
- Orifesio
- Price
- ∼£40
- Customer rating
- 4.3/5(12)
- Feed
- Roller and holes
- Stated range
- 0.4–17 mm
- Channels
- 9 holes stated
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- Five blades, roller
- Mount
- Holes, top handle
- Weight
- 1.9 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the Orifesio B0H3NJMZYW include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 0.4–17 mm, with blade holes at 2, 4, 5–6, 7–9, 12 and 17 mm and roller holes at 0.4–5 mm. That is a seller claim, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
The Vorhixa provides one adjustable feed, a spring-loaded knob and both G-clamp and screw-mount options for a stated £25.99. Its listing also includes an extra blade, with four screws used for a swap, and allows hand-crank or separately supplied drill operation. The bullets claim 1.5–25 mm, although the separate cutting-width field states one inch rather than repeating that metric range. Evidence from UK review text is extremely limited because only one review body was available. That reviewer reported that the machine stopped working after a short time, leaving no positive practical signal to balance the failure. The 4.2-star aggregate from 77 ratings is encouraging at a glance, but the missing review detail prevents a confident durability judgement.
Pros
- G-clamp and screw-mount options are both stated as included
- Extra blade is listed in the package
- Hand crank or separately supplied drill operation
Cons
- The only UK review body says it stopped working after a short time
- Only one UK review body was available for practical detail
- Bullets and cutting-width field present the range differently
Best for: Buyers prioritising flexible mounting and an included spare blade who can inspect and test the machine promptly.
Less suitable: Anyone needing well-evidenced durability or consistent specification data across the listing.
Specifications
- Model
- Vorhixa Stripper01
- Brand
- Vorhixa
- Price
- ∼£26
- Customer rating
- 4.2/5(77)
- Feed
- Single blade
- Stated range
- 1.5–25 mm
- Channels
- 1 adjustable
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- V-groove
- Spare blade
- Yes
- Mount
- G-clamp and screws
- Weight
- 1.45 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the Vorhixa B0FLJTDYRQ include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The bullets claim 1.5–25 mm. The cutting-width field says 1 inch. That is a seller claim, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
The HiNADA feeds mixed round cable through six fixed channels covering the listed 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm sizes. One reviewer says it stripped a double sleeve on the first attempt, while another preferred it to spending hours with Knipex pliers on about 3 kg of mixed copper. Hand-crank and separately supplied drill operation give a choice between controlled setup and faster repetitive work. At £36.99, it is less expensive than several other multi-channel machines in this comparison. The practical evidence is nevertheless thin, with only three UK review bodies and eleven ratings overall. One owner also warns that the construction is not very sturdy and needs careful handling to avoid breakage.
Pros
- Double sleeve stripped first time for one buyer
- Preferred to hours with Knipex pliers for about 3 kg of mixed copper
- Six fixed feeds for the listed 3–17 mm sizes
Cons
- Not very sturdy; one buyer says use it carefully so it does not break
- Only three UK review bodies provide practical detail
Best for: Occasional mixed round cable matching the six fixed sizes, where fewer feed adjustments justify the multi-channel layout.
Less suitable: Heavy use, rough handling, or buyers who require extensive durability evidence.
Specifications
- Model
- HiNADA 6-way
- Brand
- HiNADA
- Price
- ∼£37
- Customer rating
- 4.2/5(11)
- Feed
- Fixed holes
- Stated range
- 3–17 mm
- Channels
- 6 fixed
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- Hardened alloy steel
- Mount
- Hardware not listed
- Weight
- 2.1 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the HiNADA B0G4LJS4KY include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm. That is a seller claim from the amazon.co.uk bullets, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
The CREWORKS strips long runs of round cable efficiently once its single blade is aligned and the depth is set, with one reviewer reporting about 500 m of work. Owners describe 10 mm², 16 mm² and 25 mm² singles as the more straightforward sizes, and several found it faster than using a knife. A separate drill can speed up repetitive work, although the machine must first be mounted securely. Cable below about 4 mm can walk away from the blade, while LSF and triangular cores caused difficulty for one reviewer. Several reports also mention a dull, chipped or off-centre blade, and the gap can open enough to leave part of a length merely scored. Its large review sample gives these recurring limitations more weight than feedback on lightly reviewed alternatives.
Pros
- Long runs with a drill once depth is set, including a report of about 500 m
- 10 mm², 16 mm² and 25 mm² singles described as the straightforward sizes
- Faster than a knife for several electricians
- Solid feel once mounted; one buyer screwed it to decking
Cons
- Cable walks off the blade, especially under about 4 mm
- LSF and triangular cores harder than ordinary PVC for one reviewer
- Blade dull, chipped, or off centre in several reports
- Gap can open so part of the length is only scored
Best for: Long runs of round 10 mm², 16 mm² and 25 mm² singles where one adjustable feed and optional drill drive suit the batch.
Less suitable: Cable below about 4 mm, flat or triangular cable, and buyers unwilling to check blade alignment during setup.
Specifications
- Model
- CREWORKS WSM-SL25-00
- Brand
- CREWORKS
- Price
- ∼£28
- Customer rating
- 4.1/5(3,982)
- Feed
- Single blade
- Stated range
- 1.5–25 mm
- Channels
- 2 feed plates
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- Hardened spring steel
- Mount
- Hardware not listed
- Weight
- 2.16 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the CREWORKS B0FGVMQQNS include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 1.5–25 mm across two interchangeable feed plates. That is a seller claim from the amazon.co.uk bullets, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
This Gekufa strips through one adjustable feed and is supplied with pre-drilled mounting holes and stated screws for bench setup. One reviewer used a drill on 16 mm and 25 mm cable without problems, and other feedback describes a heavy, sturdy feel and quicker work than using a knife. Its £24.99 price places it among the lower-cost single-blade machines. The positive reports are offset by owners who found that parts moved even when tightened. Another buyer says it did not handle the advertised 25 mm size, while long lengths exposed a flimsy feel. With only thirteen ratings, it is a plausible tool for tested batches rather than a well-proven choice across the full 1–25 mm claim.
Pros
- 16 mm and 25 mm with a drill, no issues, for one buyer
- Heavy, sturdy feel
- Time saver versus a knife
Cons
- Parts move even when tight
- One buyer says it does not do the advertised 25 mm
- Flimsy on long lengths
Best for: Occasional round 16 mm and 25 mm cable batches where secure bench mounting and a test cut are practical.
Less suitable: Long continuous runs, buyers relying uncritically on the 25 mm claim, or work requiring consistently rigid adjustment.
Specifications
- Model
- Gekufa 1–25 mm
- Brand
- Gekufa
- Price
- ∼£25
- Customer rating
- 4.1/5(13)
- Feed
- Single blade
- Stated range
- 1–25 mm
- Channels
- 1 adjustable
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- Alloy steel
- Mount
- Holes and screws
- Weight
- 1.52 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the Gekufa B0GFDKZ7RG include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 1–25 mm. That is a seller claim from the amazon.co.uk bullets, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
The FONCOOD handles round cable through one adjustable blade and can run by hand or with a drill supplied separately. Reviewers say setup becomes straightforward after the back plate and blade pressure are adjusted, and drill operation is markedly faster than the handle for longer pieces. One owner also found that its handle stayed attached better than the handle on a previous tool. The claimed 1–25 mm range needs caution because one buyer placed the practical upper limit nearer 14 mm. Other feedback calls the construction insufficiently robust, while the available review sample is only eleven ratings. It is consequently a low-cost option for measured, moderate cable rather than strong evidence for the full advertised range.
Pros
- Easy once the back plate and blade pressure are set
- Drill described as much faster than the handle
- Handle stayed on, unlike a previous tool, for one buyer
Cons
- One buyer puts the practical limit near 14 mm, not 25 mm
- Called not robust
- One one-line rejection with no detail
Best for: Occasional batches of round cable within a measured moderate diameter, especially where a drill will handle longer runs.
Less suitable: Buyers relying on the full 25 mm claim, heavy continuous use, or a large body of detailed owner evidence.
Specifications
- Model
- FONCOOD 1–25 mm
- Brand
- FONCOOD
- Price
- ∼£26
- Customer rating
- 4.1/5(11)
- Feed
- Single blade
- Stated range
- 1–25 mm
- Channels
- 1 adjustable
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- Steel, ABS frame
- Mount
- Hardware not listed
- Weight
- 0.83 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the FONCOOD B0FPLYHB8L include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 1–25 mm. That is a seller claim from the amazon.co.uk bullets, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
The HYEPNED is a single-feed bench stripper for cable in a stated 4–25 mm range, with either a hand crank or a separately supplied drill. Several buyers found drill mode faster on long lengths and considered the machine adequate for scrap once the cutting depth was set. Its listing is unusually specific that drill operation needs a chuck of at least 10 mm. Despite being described as portable, reviewers treat the thin base as something that should be bolted to a bench. One buyer could not cut 5 mm cable, and others questioned the frame quality. The nineteen-rating sample therefore supports cautious use on tested round offcuts rather than confidence across every size in the claimed range.
Pros
- Drill mode faster on long cable
- Adequate for scrap once depth is set
- Solid enough for a bench, for several buyers
Cons
- Would not cut 5 mm cable for one buyer
- Frame quality doubted
- More bench tool than a carry tool
Best for: Longer runs of tested round cable from a fixed bench, using a suitable drill with a chuck of at least 10 mm.
Less suitable: Frequent transport, untested cable near the 4 mm minimum, or buyers wanting robust construction backed by extensive reviews.
Specifications
- Model
- HYEPNED BXQ11
- Brand
- HYEPNED
- Price
- ∼£25
- Customer rating
- 4.0/5(19)
- Feed
- Single blade
- Stated range
- 4–25 mm
- Channels
- 1 adjustable
- Drive
- 10 mm chuck min
- Blade
- Steel, HRC 55+
- Mount
- Bolt the thin base
- Weight
- 1.42 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the HYEPNED B0GWDFXQNW include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 4–25 mm. That is a seller claim from the amazon.co.uk bullets, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
The LILOOVKE processes substantial runs of round cable once screwed to a bench and correctly aligned, with reports covering about 200 m of 10 mm and 16 mm cores and roughly 400 m under drill power. One owner attributes around 100 kg of scrap work to a single blade, while others report success with coax and 13 A flex. Its £21.99 price is the lowest in this set, and the 1,247-rating sample is unusually large for a budget machine. The claimed 1 mm minimum is optimistic according to owners, and 2.5 mm² solid or flat twin and earth can slip or chew. Some 5 mm cable also leaves the track, and the listing does not provide blade-change instructions. It is strongest on supported round cable from roughly 4 mm upward, not as a universal 1–25 mm solution.
Pros
- Round cable from about 4 mm upward, coax and 13 A flex
- One buyer attributes about 100 kg of scrap to one blade
- Reports of about 200 m of 10 mm and 16 mm cores, and about 400 m on a drill
- 18 V drill on speed 1 used down to about 2.5 mm by one buyer
Cons
- 1 mm claim called optimistic; 2.5 mm² solid and flat twin and earth slip or chew
- Must be screwed down
- No blade-change instructions
- 5 mm cable occasionally leaves the track
Best for: Budget stripping of longer, supported round cable from about 4 mm upward, with the machine screwed firmly to a bench.
Less suitable: Thin solid cable, flat twin and earth, and buyers expecting clear blade-replacement instructions.
Specifications
- Model
- LILOOVKE HS
- Brand
- LILOOVKE
- Price
- ∼£22
- Customer rating
- 3.9/5(1,247)
- Feed
- Single blade
- Stated range
- 1–25 mm
- Channels
- 2 hole sizes
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- Hardened, V-roller
- Mount
- Screw to the bench
- Weight
- 1.1 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the LILOOVKE B0CZ3RK4SG include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 1–25 mm. The cutting-width field says 0.98 inches. That is a seller claim, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
This Gekufa uses fixed feeds for the listed 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm cable sizes, reducing repeated adjustment when a batch contains mixed round cable. Reviewers report clean copper after setting the blades first by hand and then using a drill. One owner obtained usable results on stranded wire after test passes, and another secured the machine to scrap wood before use. The listing itself is inconsistent, however, describing five channels in one place while listing six diameters and calling it a six-channel machine elsewhere. The review base is only six ratings, including a report of breakage within a week and another of damage after delayed delivery. It therefore offers a useful layout on paper, but its durability and exact channel specification remain weakly evidenced.
Pros
- Clean copper after blade setup, hand then drill
- Worked once mounted on a scrap of wood
- Stranded wire usable after test passes
Cons
- Broke within a week for one buyer
- Arrived damaged after a long delay
- Very short reviews with no setup detail
Best for: Mixed round cable matching the listed fixed diameters, with time available for hand-fed test passes before drill use.
Less suitable: Buyers who need proven durability, an unambiguous channel specification, or support for sizes between the fixed feeds.
Specifications
- Model
- Gekufa 3–17 mm
- Brand
- Gekufa
- Price
- ∼£40
- Customer rating
- 3.9/5(6)
- Feed
- Fixed holes
- Stated range
- 3–17 mm
- Channels
- 5 or 6 listed
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Blade
- Alloy not named
- Spare blade
- Yes
- Mount
- Hardware in the box
- Weight
- 2 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the Gekufa B0H794H4YR include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The listing claims 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm. The bullets and the highlight disagree on five versus six channels. That is a seller claim, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field is empty.
Our view
The FLASHEVER is presented as a six-channel, five-blade machine for cable from 3–17 mm, operated by hand crank or a separately supplied drill. At 1.5 kg, it is lighter than several other fixed-channel products in this comparison. The listing price of £45.99 is the highest among the manual multi-channel machines here. No UK review bodies, star rating or review count were available, so there is no owner evidence for cutting quality, setup or durability. Mounting details, blade material and any included spare blade are also absent from the available display fields. Its layout may suit mixed round sizes on paper, but the lack of practical evidence makes it difficult to justify over reviewed alternatives.
Pros
- Six channels and five blades are stated in the highlight
- Hand crank or separately supplied drill operation
- 1.5 kg weight is lower than several multi-channel alternatives
Cons
- No UK review bodies or star rating were available
- Highest manual multi-channel price in this comparison
- Mounting, blade material and spare-blade details are unavailable
Best for: Buyers specifically seeking a lighter six-channel layout who can verify the missing setup details before ordering.
Less suitable: Anyone prioritising review-backed cutting performance, documented mounting hardware or established value.
Specifications
- Model
- FLASHEVER 6-channel
- Brand
- FLASHEVER
- Price
- ∼£46
- Feed
- Fixed holes
- Stated range
- 3–17 mm
- Channels
- 6 stated
- Drive
- Crank or drill
- Weight
- 1.5 kg
- Drill included
- No
Common questions
Does the FLASHEVER B0H8MQMJMT include a drill?
No. The listing is a hand-crank machine that can be driven by a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box.
What cable size does the listing claim?
The highlight claims 3–17 mm, with six channels and five blades. The 10 mm by 10 mm size field is not a credible machine size. That is a seller claim, not a measurement made for this comparison.
Is a mains plug or a UKCA mark listed?
No mains voltage and no UKCA mark are in the specification fields. The specification-met field says CE.
How we compared
Shelf prices, stars, and review counts are the amazon.co.uk figures stored for these twelve listings. They are not a live reload on 17 October 2026. The editorial score on each card is the 0–100 figure already stored for this set, which follows the star line. A 5.0 from two ratings is not treated as equal to a large sample. It is not a laboratory test, and none of these listings states a UKCA mark.
1
Cable shape and size
30%Round singles from about 6 mm² upward match these tools. Flat twin and earth and very thin cable are where UK reviews say the single-blade machines slip. Millimetres of outside diameter in the title are not square millimetres of conductor.
2
Feed layout
25%One blade you set once, if the pile is one diameter. Six fixed channels if the pile is mixed rounds between 3 mm and 17 mm. A pressure-roller claim down to 0.4 mm stays behind a listing with only four UK reviews.
3
Drive and mount
20%Every listing offers a handle or a drill you already own. The HYEPNED is the only one that states a chuck of at least 10 mm. The base needs to be bolted or screwed down before a drill run.
4
Review sample
15%Stars come after the number of ratings and the written UK reviews. Orifesio B0DWW5VQQ3 is 4.6 from 254. CREWORKS is 4.1 from 3,982. A two-review 5.0 does not outrank either.
5
Price
10%Captured amazon.co.uk shelf prices in this set run from about £21.99 to about £45.99. A motorised machine near £380–£400 is outside these twelve.
Independent review
Last updated: October 2026
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Cable peeling machine buying guide
Start with the cable you actually hold, then the feed, then the review sample. A star rating does not tell you those three. The twelve listings below are amazon.co.uk pages, with the prices and review counts stored for this comparison, not a live reload on 17 October 2026. None of them includes a drill or a mains motor. Flat 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm² twin and earth is often better sold whole.
What is a cable peeling machine?
A cable peeling machine, in the way UK shoppers search, is a small bench stripper that slits the insulation off scrap cable so the metal can be sold separately from the plastic. The twelve amazon.co.uk listings in this comparison are hand-crank tools you can also turn with your own drill. None of them is a mains motor, and none states a UKCA mark.
Best for
- Round 10 mm² to 25 mm² singles on a drill-driven bench tool under £50
- Mixed round diameters that justify six holes around £40
Not ideal for
- A householder whose pile is only thin flat twin and earth
- Anyone treating a two-review 5.0 as a large UK sample
Mistakes to avoid
- 1
Reading 25 mm as 25 mm²
The titles quote outside diameter in millimetres. 25 mm across the sheath is not 25 mm² of copper. UK 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm² twin and earth are flat and thin, and they are where these single-blade machines slip.
- 2
A £22 tool for flat 2.5 mm²
The LILOOVKE is the lowest price here, at about £21.99, with a large sample of 1,247 reviews. Owners still say 2.5 mm² solid and flat twin and earth slip or chew. A cheap round-hole tool does not fix a flat cable.
- 3
Trusting a two-review 5.0
The FONCOOD 6-BXQ shows 5.0 from two ratings at about £40.99. That is not the same evidence as the Orifesio’s 4.6 from 254, or the CREWORKS at 4.1 from 3,982. A 2021 forum price is also not this month’s cheque.
What to weigh up
Cable shape, diameter, and the feed
HighMatch the tool to the cable in your hand. Round singles from about 6 mm² upward are the sizes these bench strippers are bought for. One adjustable blade, set once, suits a pile of one diameter. The CREWORKS claims 1.5–25 mm on two feed plates, at about £28.49, and its reviews point to 10 mm², 16 mm² and 25 mm² singles. Six fixed holes, usually 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm, suit mixed rounds. The Orifesio B0DWW5VQQ3 is that layout at about £40.99.
Drive, mount, and the review sample
HighEvery machine in this set is a hand crank you can also turn with a drill you already own. None includes the drill. The HYEPNED is the only listing that states a chuck of at least 10 mm. Screw or bolt the base down before that drill run. The Vorhixa states a G-clamp and screws in the box. One Orifesio reviewer said a drill rounded the crank bolt.
Which option suits you?
Three typical situations, each with a recommendation from this comparison.
Mixed round diameters, often
The pile jumps between the usual 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm holes. The Orifesio six-channel stripper is the top pick at about £40.99, with 4.6 from 254 reviews. It is a poor match over 17 mm.
Thinner rounds and a roller claim
You want a stated path under 3 mm, not another six-hole copy. The Orifesio U447 lists a pressure roller and 0.4–17 mm, at about £39.99. Only four UK reviews support that low-end claim.
Common questions about cable peeling machines
Which cable peeling machine is the top pick in this set?
The top pick is the Orifesio six-channel stripper, ASIN B0DWW5VQQ3, at about £40.99. The listing states holes at 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm, with five carbide blades. amazon.co.uk shows 4.6 from 254 reviews, the strongest balance of stars and sample among the multi-channel tools here. Owners report clean cuts on small and large cable. One reviewer preferred the handle after a drill rounded the crank bolt. It is a poor match for flat twin and earth or cable over 17 mm.
Which cable peeling machine is the best value?
The best value is the CREWORKS single-blade machine, ASIN B0FGVMQQNS, at about £28.49. It claims 1.5–25 mm across two feed plates, turned by hand or with your own drill. amazon.co.uk shows 4.1 from 3,982 reviews, the largest sample in this set. Reviewers describe 10 mm², 16 mm² and 25 mm² round singles as the straightforward sizes. Cable under about 4 mm can walk off the blade, and several reports mention a dull or off-centre blade.
Should you buy one adjustable blade or six fixed holes?
Choose one adjustable blade if the pile is one outside diameter, and six fixed holes if it is mixed rounds between 3 mm and 17 mm. The CREWORKS is the single-blade pick at about £28.49. The Orifesio six-channel stripper is the fixed-hole pick at about £40.99, with 4.6 from 254 reviews. Do not read 25 mm in a title as 25 mm² of copper. Flat 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm² twin and earth is where these single-blade machines slip.
Does a cable peeling machine include a drill?
No. All twelve listings are hand-crank machines you can drive with a drill you already own. The drill is not in the box, and none of them is a mains motor. Bolt or screw the base down before a drill run. The HYEPNED, at about £24.99, is the only listing that states a chuck of at least 10 mm. One Orifesio reviewer said a drill rounded the crank bolt and preferred the handle.
Will these machines strip flat twin and earth?
These machines are a weak match for flat 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm² twin and earth. UK reviews of the single-blade tools say thin and flat cable walks off the blade or chews. The LILOOVKE, at about £21.99, has 3.9 from 1,247 reviews and still draws that complaint. Selling that cable whole, or using a handheld stripper, is often the better decision. Round singles from about 6 mm² upward are the sizes these bench tools are bought for.
Do you have to bolt a cable peeling machine down?
Yes before a drill run. Reviews treat the base as something you screw to a bench, even when the title says portable. The Vorhixa, at about £25.99, states a G-clamp and screws in the box. The LILOOVKE listing tells you to screw it down. If you are choosing a separate G-clamp, the clamps comparison covers that tool. One Orifesio reviewer said a drill rounded the crank bolt.
Can a scrap yard pay cash for the copper?
In England and Wales, section 12 of the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 says a dealer must not pay cash for scrap metal. Payment is a non-transferable cheque or an electronic transfer. The cash offence sits on the dealer, not on a householder paid by transfer for their own offcuts. Scotland uses section 33A of the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982. Northern Ireland is not that Act. Household scrap can go to a recycling centre.
When should you stop and not strip the cable?
Stop if the cable may be live, if the sheath looks like lead or an old industrial type, if you are buying other people’s metal to resell, or if an employee will use the tool with no instruction. The cable must be dead. If an employee uses the machine, PUWER applies to the employer. A business that transports other people’s waste needs a carrier registration in England, stated at £191.02 on GOV.UK unless you only carry waste you produced yourself. None of these twelve states a UKCA mark.
Our verdict
The top pick is the Orifesio six-channel stripper, at about £40.99, for mixed round cable on the stated 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 17 mm holes. It has five carbide blades and 4.6 from 254 reviews, and one reviewer preferred the handle after a drill rounded the crank bolt. The best value is the CREWORKS single-blade machine, at about £28.49, for one diameter of round 10 mm², 16 mm² and 25 mm² singles, with 4.1 from 3,982 reviews. A 5.0 from two ratings does not outrank either. Flat 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm² twin and earth is often better sold whole. None of the twelve is a mains motor, and none states a UKCA mark.
Best value
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CREWORKS WSM-SL25-00
Single adjustable blade at about £28.49, with 4.1 from 3,982 reviews, for longer runs of one round diameter.
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Peter F. is the editor for DIY & tools at productscompared.co.uk. Comparisons in this category are checked against amazon.co.uk listings, review evidence and public UK sources.
Updated: October 2026
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Sources
Public UK sources for scrap-metal payment, household waste, and work equipment. Listings are the amazon.co.uk captures for these twelve ASINs, not a live reload on 17 October 2026. Prices on amazon.co.uk move.
- Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, section 12 (retrieved 17 October 2026)
- GOV.UK, scrap metal dealer licence (retrieved 17 October 2026)
- Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982, section 33A (retrieved 17 October 2026)
- GOV.UK, waste carrier registration in England (retrieved 17 October 2026)
- GOV.UK, dispose of household waste (retrieved 17 October 2026)
- HSE INDG291, PUWER (retrieved 17 October 2026)
- Electricians Forums, scrap copper cable strippers (retrieved 17 October 2026)
- Dunmow Group, stripping versus selling whole (retrieved 17 October 2026)
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