Tile cutters

Tile cutters are essential hand tools for scoring and snapping tiles and ceramics. They offer a fast, silent and dust-free alternative to electric cutting, making them indispensable on every tiling job. From small wall tiles to large-format floor tiles, a quality tile cutter delivers a straight, clean break without damage.

Manual cutting with maximum precision

A tile cutter works on the score-and-snap principle: you score the tile surface with a tungsten-carbide or diamond cutting wheel and then break it along the scored line. The result is a clean, straight edge that needs minimal finishing. Modern tile cutters feature a guide rail that ensures a perfectly straight score, even for diagonal cuts. The breaking capacity depends on the tile width, thickness and the quality of the breaker mechanism.

Standard and large-format models

For standard wall and floor tiles up to about 60 cm a compact tile cutter is sufficient. If you regularly work with large-format tiles of 80 cm or more, you need a cutter with an extended guide and a heavier frame. Large-format cutters are bulkier but provide the stability required to snap even 120 cm tiles without problems. Invest in a model with a robust steel frame and smooth-running wheel for reliable daily use.

Thickness capacity is another consideration. Standard cutters handle tiles up to 10 or 12 mm thick, while heavy-duty models break tiles up to 20 mm. Match the cutter to the tile thickness you encounter most.

Fast, quiet and dust-free

The major advantage of a tile cutter over an electric saw is the absence of noise, dust and vibration. You can work in occupied spaces without causing disruption, and no power supply is needed so you can take the cutter anywhere. A quality tile cutter lasts for years and is a wise investment for any professional who cuts tiles daily. Browse our selection and find the model that matches your tile format and workload. Replace the scoring wheel promptly when it dulls — a new wheel is inexpensive and instantly restores cut quality.