Best Pickaxes

Updated September 2020
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Bottom Line
Pros
Cons
Best of the Best
Truper 31614 Pickaxe
Truper
31614 Pickaxe
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Bottom Line

A good all-around pickaxe that should be a part of any tool set for DIY and home projects around the house.

Pros

Fiberglass handle is extremely durable, resisting major impacts and strikes when using on hard surfaces like rocks.

Cons

Rather heavy for extended use. Can cause hand fatigue.

Best Bang for the Buck
Knights Of Armur Weeding Pick Axe
Knights Of Armur
Weeding Pick Axe
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Bottom Line

An affordable and compact option that is well-suited for light gardening and camping needs.

Pros

Features a forged 1.4-pound head and a 14-inch rubberized fiberglass handle. Lighter and shorter than a traditional pick axe. Inexpensive. Easy to assemble and disassemble.

Cons

A few users say the balance of this pick axe is a bit off.

Truper 5-Pound Pick Mattock
Truper
5-Pound Pick Mattock
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Bottom Line

While on the heavy side, this axe can handle a variety of tough jobs involving large rocks and tree roots.

Pros

Superior build with a 5-pound total weight. Features a wide head with a semi-sharp trowel on one end. Wooden handle (36 inches) is treated with a “poly” guard to minimize shock from overstriking. Ships fully assembled.

Cons

Some may find this option to be a bit too heavy and bulky. Some reports of durability issues.

Nupla Ergo Power Pick Mattock
Nupla
Ergo Power Pick Mattock
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Bottom Line

This option stands out for its specialized handle, which is both safer and more comfortable than standard pick axe handles.

Pros

Features a 5-pound head with a roughly 3-inch wide trowel head. Super-grip fiberglass handle (36 inches) is ergonomic and guaranteed for life. Effective at breaking up rocky, compacted clay soil. Lightweight yet durable and long-lasting.

Cons

Assembly can be a little challenging, and no assembly instructions are included.

Hooyman Pick Mattock
Hooyman
Pick Mattock
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Bottom Line

A durable pick axe that can be used in all weather conditions thanks to its nonslip handle.

Pros

Has a 5-pound forged steel head with an overall weight of 7.2 pounds. Ergonomic fiberglass handle (36 inches) turns tacky when it becomes wet, making it nonslip. Commercial-grade, heavy-duty axe for tough jobs around the house or job site.

Cons

Head is susceptible to chipping if used with larger rocks, so you may need to sharpen it regularly.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

10 Models Considered
5 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
98 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
FITOOL
Forged Adze Pickaxe
AMES
Mini Dig EZ Pick Tool
Truper
5-Pound Pick Mattock with 36" Fiberglass Handle
Nupla
Pick Mattock
TABOR TOOLS
Pick Mattock with Fiberglass Handle
The team that worked on this review
  • Melinda
    Melinda
    Web Producer
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Truper

31614 Pickaxe

Truper

31614 Pickaxe

A good all-around pickaxe that should be a part of any tool set for DIY and home projects around the house.

$76
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Knights Of Armur

Weeding Pick Axe

Knights Of Armur

Weeding Pick Axe

An affordable and compact option that is well-suited for light gardening and camping needs.

$19
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Truper

5-Pound Pick Mattock

Truper

5-Pound Pick Mattock

While on the heavy side, this axe can handle a variety of tough jobs involving large rocks and tree roots.

$51
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Nupla

Ergo Power Pick Mattock

Nupla

Ergo Power Pick Mattock

This option stands out for its specialized handle, which is both safer and more comfortable than standard pick axe handles.

$41
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Hooyman

Pick Mattock

Hooyman

Pick Mattock

A durable pick axe that can be used in all weather conditions thanks to its nonslip handle.

$36

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