Best Riveters of 2025

"I was pleasantly surprised by the WETOLS Rivet Nut Tool. It has a great feel and solid build, plus the included mandrels made it easy to use. It was perfect for my project, and I found the price to be better than purchasing individual rivnuts!"

"I recently used the tool for the first time, and I was thrilled with how efficiently it worked. It’s lightweight and comfortable to hold, which made the installation process a breeze."

"Overall, I'm very satisfied with my purchase. The quality of the tool is excellent, and it comes with a handy case. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable rivet nut tool."

“I’ve been eagerly waiting for DeWalt to release a rivet tool, and it was worth it! This tool feels well-built and operates just like other DeWalt impacts, with that familiar feel in my hand. It made quick work of 150 5/32 stainless rivets, and the spent pins are nicely contained in the back.”

“This tool has been one of my best purchases! It works seamlessly and makes the job much easier.”

“Using this for pulling cherry max blind rivets has been fantastic! I’ve pulled different sizes without needing to change tips, and there's no worry about losing them. It’s a relief to have a tool that makes this process so smooth.”

"I bought the WETOLS Rivet Gun Kit for an auto body repair project, and it worked great! I really appreciate that it came with four drill bits for the different sizes of rivets, plus a durable carrying case."

"This rivet gun performs well, and I would highly recommend it. The trigger isn't too hard to squeeze, and the rivets are tight."

"It did the job perfectly. Although the tool feels a little weak, it's been good so far."

"I used this tool for riveting 1/4 inch rivets, and it was a game-changer. No more exhausting manual work for me! I completed a box truck rear wall seal in a tight space with ease. This tool works perfectly with my old pancake compressor."

"This air riveter made assembling a 14-element yagi quick and straightforward. I was impressed by how fast the work went."

"I was thrilled with how easy this tool made my project of installing nearly 200 steel rivets. It worked flawlessly at all angles, and I didn't have to empty the mandrel cup during the whole task."

"I found the tool to be easy to use and the handle length made setting the rivets effortless. Although the instructions were a bit confusing, I managed without them. It's a great value considering the amount of equipment included."

"Two years ago, I purchased this tool and it worked perfectly for my project. I used it again today for fixing a 30-year-old Christmas tree stand, and it functioned flawlessly!"

"When I bought this kit, I wasn't expecting much for the price. However, I was pleasantly surprised by its well-designed features and strength. It worked like a champ for installing 3/8 threaded rivets. I wouldn't use it for mass production, but it's perfect for my occasional projects."

"I feel like this product is worth the money. Although I haven't used it yet, it definitely feels sturdy."

"This riveter was exactly what I needed to secure my Jeep's front head gasket. It worked perfectly."

"Riveting seemed tricky at first, but with this tool, it became straightforward. I can now confidently set rivets!"

"I found the tool to be well-built and easy to use. The different sizes really made my project simpler. However, I wish the depth gauge was a bit more intuitive, but once I figured it out, it worked well."

"This is my second Rivnut tool, and I’m very satisfied with this 16” model from AKKTOL. It came with detailed instructions, something my previous tool lacked. The provided chart is a game changer; it helps me calculate the stroke length for different rivnut sizes and metal thicknesses, preventing any mandrel breakage."

"I usually don't write reviews unless they are excellent or terrible, and this tool is definitely excellent. I successfully installed 30, 10-32 riv nuts without any issues, thanks to the crush gauge and proper adjustments. The mandrel is still in great shape, and I even billed the tool to the job!"

"I found this pop rivet gun to be heavy-duty and capable of handling various rivets. I'm satisfied with my purchase and the great price."

"This tool worked well for my immediate needs and I'm confident it will serve me well in the future."

"I appreciate the comfortable design and how easy it is to use. The price is just right for home use and hobbies."

“This tool works perfectly fine. It's a better quality than the yellow competitor brand and provides much more. It cost a fraction of many other rivet guns and comes with a variety of rivets. I really didn't have to buy more pop-it rivets; the aluminum ones included work just like any other from a hardware store. I was able to use this right out of the box, which saved me a lot of time.”

“I was glad to replace everything for the price of rivets from Ace.”

“The rivet got stuck in the mandrel on my first test use. It looked like they sent me a used tool, with some rivets in sealed bags and others in opened, taped bags. Still, it's a simple machine, and I didn't want to wait two more days to use it, so I took the spring retainer out, realigned the jaws, and successfully riveted the next five rivets to finish reattaching my drawer slides to my toolbox. For 1x use, it was worth the low price, but if I were doing a lot of rivets, I’d want one that doesn’t stick.”

“I was initially skeptical about this Chinese tool, but it has proven to be surprisingly good. It feels solidly built and has a comfortable weight, which is handy for getting into tight spaces. The grips are comfortable and easy to use, though the included rivets are a bit cheap.”

“I've been a sheet metal worker for over 15 years, and I have to say this is the worst rivet gun I've ever used. I thought it would be decent for aluminum rivets, but the very first one got stuck. I had to work hard to pull it out, which is counterproductive. I regret spending almost $30 on this tool.”

“I really appreciate that this tool has three jaws instead of two. I ordered it to replace my old gun, which was stripping rivets. This one worked perfectly and popped the rivet on the first try! I’m very happy with my purchase.”