Electric Staple Gun

E xtremely useful and handy, electric staple guns can be used for DIY projects, household repairs or work-related projects. They are lightweight, providing transportability, and can be found in corded and cordless versions. They are great tools for fastening jobs or carpentry projects, have a large variety already present on the market, so it might be a bit difficult for you to buy the right one for the job. To ease your decision, we’ve provided you a list of the best units on the market. Take a look!

Top 9 Electric Staple Guns Compared

Photo	Product Name	Type	Weight	Magazine Capacity	Tool-less Jam Release	Warranty	Price
Best Overall	1. Hitachi N5010A	Corded	4.4 lbs	150 staples		1 year	Check Price
Our Choice	2. Milwaukee 2447-20 M12	Cordless	3 pounds	Slotted		5 years	Check Price
Best Budget-friendly	3. Stanley TRE550Z	Corded	2.7 pounds	100 staples		Lifetime	Check Price
	4. Ryobi P360	Cordless	5 lbs	105 staples		3 years	Check Price
	5. Paslode ENC-5418B	Corded	8 lbs	84 staples		2 years	Check Price
	6. Makita XTS01Z	Cordless	5.3 lbs	98 staples		3 years	Check Price
Best Electric Staple Gun for Upholstery	7. Maestri ME 3G	Corded	2.75 lbs	84 staples		2 years	Check Price
	8. Dewalt DWFP12232	Corded	2.78 lbs	100 staples		3 years	Check Price
	9. WorkPro 3.6V Cordless	Cordless	2.7 lbs	100 staples		2 years	Check Price

1. Hitachi N5010A

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It features a steel-plated exterior, which provides it not only with a modern look, but it makes it sturdy and durable. It weighs only 4.4 pounds, thus it is lightweight and easy to use, and it comes with a comfortable, rubber handle which offers you a tight and secure grip. It measures 14 3/8 inches in length, 3 inches in width and 10 5/32 inches in height, thus it is compact.

It can be used with standard-size ½” and ¾”-2” in length crown staples, therefore providing you with increased versatility in dealing with different materials. It features an open magazine design, so you can always keep an eye on how many staples are left, and it can store up to 150 staples. It comes with a cylindrical valve which provides a quick response, as it allows it to fire 3 staples per second.

Thanks to the depth drive control you can fire staples into various materials, while its tool-less jam release will make sure the unit is never blocked. It features a pneumatic design that uses 2.4 CFM at 90 PSI and has a top load feature for fast reloading. It also provides you with a 4mm Hex bar wrench and safety glasses, and it comes with a limited 5-year warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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2. Milwaukee 2447-20 M12

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It measures 7.25 inches in length, 2.5 inches in width and 7.25 inches in height, and it weighs only 3.0 pounds, thus it is lightweight and compact. It features an ergonomic design, which will lessen the burden on your hands when using it, and it can easily access tight spaces, providing you with a versatile range. It is cordless, and it comes with an adjustable belt hook, therefore it is extremely portable, and it is compatible with all M12, or 12 V batteries.

The handle has a comfortable form that allows you a tight and secure grip when you’re using it, while the trigger provides a hassle-free use. The maximum staple size it can be used with is 3/8” flat crown, and it can accept ¼” as well as 9/16” staples, providing you versatility in dealing with different kinds of materials. It also has a slotted magazine, so you’ll be able to tell with only a glance then the staples need to be replaced. Even more, it can fire up to 1500 staples per charge, thus you won’t have to recharge its battery too often.

For increased accuracy and precision, it features a stable leg with arrow location, and it features a contact actuation for even more productivity. Additionally, it comes with a dial that allows you to select the power option most fitted for the material you’re using. The dry fire lockout will prevent unintentional use, and it comes with a limited 5-year warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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3. Stanley TRE550Z

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It measures 11.30 inches in length, 3.30 inches in width and 10.50 inches in height, and it weighs 2.7 pounds, thus it is compact, lightweight and easy to maneuver. It features a bright yellow case, for you to find it easily whenever you need it, and it comes with a dual function, as it is not only a stapler but a brad nailer as well. It has a streamlined design, which makes it ideal not only for veterans in the field but beginner-friendly, as well.

It comes with a long, 5-inch handle, which offers a secure, tight grip, while its contoured form provides increased comfort. For it to work, it requires T50 staples which shouldn’t be larger than 0.5 inches, and it can accommodate any ½”, 9/16” and 5/8” brad nails. Additionally, it comes with two settings – high and low – providing you versatility for both hard and soft materials, and it can be used on cloth, wood, and even marble.

It can hold up to 100 staples at a time, and it features a long 8-foot power cord, to provide you with plenty of action range. The trigger placed conveniently on the handle, provides you with a quick way to use it, while the fastener window allows you to tell with only a glance when to replace the staples. It also features a safety switch, for secure transportation and storage, as well as a compact nose, so it will fit several corners or edges. Furthermore, the nose comes with a non-marring design, which will prevent any damage to your work, offering a flawless finish. It comes with a limited lifetime warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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4. Ryobi P360

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It measures 3.5 inches in depth, 10 inches in height and 11.7 inches in width, and it weighs only 5 pounds, thus it is compact and lightweight. It has an ergonomic rubber handle, which will provide you with a secure tight grip, while the trigger enables you hassle-free use. It features a cordless design, to provide you with maneuverability, while its 18V 4 Ah High Capacity lithium battery provides you with up to 1500 staples per charge.

While the battery is not included, the unit is compatible with any Ryobi battery, allowing you to easily find a replacement whenever you need. It features the One+ system that lets you fire staples from 3/8” up to 1 ½” in length, with the same power as a pneumatic gun, but without the bulkiness and noisy operation. It uses 18 GA ¼” narrow crown staples, and it comes with a belt clip to allow you to easily take it with you wherever you go.

To increase your precision, as well as your speed, it comes with a single sequential mode, and a contact actuation mode, while its adjustable dial offers you the freedom to adjust the pressure to your needs. Additionally, thanks to its Grip Light technology, the onboard LED light will turn on as soon as you grasp the handle, keeping your working surfaces illuminated regardless of conditions.

It comes with a low-staple indicator, to let you know when to recharge them, and a dry-fire lockout for increased safety. It comes with 2 non-marring pads that will protect your working surface from scratches or marks, and it features a 3-year manufacturer’s warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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5. Paslode ENC-5418B

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It measures 12.7 inches in length, 10 inches in width and 4 inches in height, and it is a bit on the heavy side as it weighs 8 pounds. It features a corded design, thus it will provide you with constant power, while its ergonomic handle will provide you with a tight, steady grip. It is made from steel, thus it is sturdy and durable, while its trigger will provide precise and effective use. It is especially useful when you’re dealing with carpets, while thanks to its compact size you can work struggle-free around stairs.

It features a bottom-loading nickel-plated magazine, which will not accumulate dirt, and it can hold up to 84 staples. It uses 20 gauge 3/16” crown staples ranging from 3/8” up to 9/16” in length, and it is recommended to use 5400 series carpet staples for achieving optimal performance. It features an elongated nose, which offers easy reach, and it comes with a limited 2-year warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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6. Makita XTS01Z

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It is compact, measuring 9 7/8 inches in length, 3 5/8 inches in width and 8 3/8 inches in height, and it weighs 5.3 pounds. It has a rounded, ergonomic shaped rubber handle, which ensures a slip-free, tight grip, while the trigger provides increased control and precision. It is cordless, so you don’t need to worry about an outlet, and it comes with a belt hook for easy transportability and increased maneuverability.

It can accustom any Makita 18V battery – it is not included, and neither is the charger, and it comes with an aluminum magazine capacity of 98 staples. The magazine comes with a window, so you’ll know when it’s time to reload the staples, and it uses a wide range of 3/8” T50 crown staples, with varying lengths, ranging from ¼”, 3/8”, ½”, 5/8”, ¾” up to 7/8”.

It comes with a spring-loaded mechanism as well as a contact actuation, so it can be used with a variety of materials. It comes with depth control, thus you can easily adjust it according to your needs thanks to the knob. Even more, it comes with star-protection computer controls, thus you don’t have to worry about it overloading or over-discharging. It comes with a limited 3-year warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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7. Maestri ME 3G

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It provides reliable and constant power, thanks to its long 12-foot, power cord, and it is versatile, as you can use it even with hardwood upholstery. It is sturdy and durable, as it has a body made from reinforced fiberglass, thus you don’t have to worry about rust or corrosion.

It features an interlocking trigger with a safety switch to prevent any misfire, and you’ll have to use your entire palm. It uses Senco C series staples, ranging from 3/8” up to 5/8”, and it comes with a high fastening speed of 100 shots per minute, and a max speed of 2 shots per second, which will come in handy during your projects. When it comes to its maintenance, this gun requires you to add about four drops of pneumatic oil to it, every month to preserve its insides and prolong its life.

Additionally, it includes a box of 3/8” length of 10.000 staples, for direct, out-of-the-box use. It features a well-balanced design, with a rubber grip from increased comfort and security. It is compact and lightweight, measuring 8 1/16 inches in length, 7 5/16 inches in height and 2 inches in width, and it weighs 2.75 pounds.

It features a removable front plate, to allow you to easily unjam it in need, without using any tools, while the rear-load magazine with built-in pusher offers hassle-free staple refill. Since it can hold up to 84 staples at the same time, you won’t have to refill it too often. It comes with a 2-year warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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8. Dewalt DWFP12232

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It comes with a magnesium alloy body, and compact design, and it measures 9.76 inches in height, 2.68 inches in width and 10.04 inches in length. It comes with a tool-free depth adjustment that comes with detents to help you reload the staples correctly. It requires 18 GA staples with ¼” crown and a length ranging from ½” up to 1 ½”.

Additionally, it comes with a long-life maintenance-free motor, while the rear exhaust will keep your work surface clean. It comes with a long and removable non-marring nose tip, which will protect your project from scratches, and it comes with a bottom load magazine for a quick recharge. It can hold up to 100 staples, and it comes with a sequential style trigger for increased precision, as well as a reload indicator.

It comes with a belt hook, to provide you with increased mobility, while its lightweight of 2.78 pounds will not hold you down even when you have the unit attached to your belt. It features an integrated rubber grip for increased comfort, while the dry-fire lockout will make sure there will be no unintentional use. It features a limited 3-year warranty, 1-year free service and 90-day money-back guarantee from the moment of your purchase.

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9. WorkPro 3.6V Cordless

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The cordless WorkPro is powered by a 2000mAH lithium-ion battery that, when fully charged, provides up to 500 shots. Use the included USB charger to “juice up” the battery when it depletes – it takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours for it to charge. As it boasts a high 60-piece per minute firing speed, you are sure to get the job done in no time. In terms of usability, it is a versatile tool as you can turn to it for general repairs, decorating, DIY projects, upholstery, crafts, and more.

The magazine is a quick-access bottom-loading model that allows quick reloading, and it features a window that lets you know when it runs out of staples and needs to be refilled. Fortunately, as it can store up to 100 staples at a time, chances are that you won’t reload the magazine all that often. For safety and security, it features a triple lock mechanism – you must open the on/off switch, squeeze the safety trigger pin, and press the trigger to use it.

A neat feature is the LED indicator that keeps you aware of the battery status so that you won’t get caught off-guard mid-use. For comfort and convenience in use, it features a soft grip handle that makes your job working with the tool pleasurable. With the acquisition, you also receive 1000 15-millimeter T nails and 1000 10-millimeter JT21 staples. Furthermore, the manufacturer backs it with a 2-year warranty on parts and labor.

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Electrically-operated vs. Pneumatic models

Extremely useful when making household repairs of when you plan on tackling a DIY project, a staple gun, regardless of its type works wonders. However, depending on what you’re planning to use it on, and what type of features you expect from it, one of the models might suit your needs better. So, in order to help you make an informed decision, let’s take a closer look at both models.

Types

There are three main types from which you can select your favorite:

• Manual or hand-powered
• Electric corded or battery-powered
• Pneumatic or air-powered

Not only do they take their power from a different source, but they also have distinct ease of use, a different amount of power they can deliver, as well as a different style of staples. While the manual ones are pretty straightforward, the electric-powered ones and the pneumatic ones are a bit more complicated to use.

Electrical Models

Getting their power juice from an outlet from batteries, they are very popular among users as they are easy to maneuver around from job site to job site. They require minimum effort, as the trigger is easy to access, so it won’t overwork your fingers.

Advantages	Disadvantages
Lightweight and stable Accessible price range Compact size and increased maneuverability Silent operation Increased safety measures	Require electricity or batteries to work They aren’t too time resistant

Pneumatic Models

As their name implies, they use a mixture of air bursts and variable air pressure to provide the required force. They also use an air reservoir as well as a valve plunger which allows the air to flow and propel the staple.

Advantages	Disadvantages
Powerful, they work best with tough construction materials Low-maintenance Versatile, they can work with several types of staples Durable and sturdy	Require an air compressor which is quite heavy and bulky Quite noisy Require frequent lubrification

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How to Unjam It

While they are extremely handy tools when they work, staple guns can give you a headache whenever they get jammed. But once you know how to free the blocked staple, you will never have to deal with this problem. We’ve created this simple 3-step guide to show you, how to reclaim your staple gun.
Step 1. Disconnect it
Make sure your staple gun is no longer connected to a power source. If it’s a corded version, unplug it; if it’s a cordless model, take the batteries out. Never attempt to unjam a staple by repeatedly pulling the trigger. This will only make the situation worse, as more staples will end up jammed.

Step 2. Detach the magazine
Depending on what gun model you own, there might, or not, be a lever under the magazine. If your model does come with one, pull the lever and slowly take the magazine out. If your model doesn’t come with one, remove the screw and take the magazine off.

Step 3. Remove the staples
The blocked staple might be either in the magazine, blocking the others as well, or, in other instances, it might have gone further, to the discharge area. With a pair of pliers, carefully remove the jammed staple. Have patience and don’t force it out. If you’re lucky and it had managed to pass to the discharge area, a simple tap on the gun will unlock it.

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Verdict

Regardless of the reason why you need an electric stapler, you have come to the right place. Our round-up of the best models on the market at the moment ensures that making a pick from the roster we put at your disposal will end with you finishing projects and jobs faster than ever, and all in a secure manner.

Best Overall : Hitachi N5010A
For those in need of a high-capacity tool, Hitachi N5010A is the smartest pick amongst our selections as it can store up to 150 staples at a time in its magazine. It even makes monitoring the number of staples left a cinch due to the open design of the magazine. It comes with jam release, so you won’t lose precious time struggling to take out the blocked staple, while the quick response and depth drive control provide you with versatility.

Our Choice : Milwaukee 2447-20 M12
If you’d like a unit that can provide you with a versatile range, then Milwaukee 2447-20 M12 is a great choice. Not only does it come with an ergonomic design, created to eliminate built-up stress, but it can fire up to 1500 staples per charge. Even more, it is a cordless design, which features a belt hook for increased mobility as well as a dry-fire lockout to prevent misfires.

Best Budget-friendly : Stanley TRE550Z
If the budget is a concern, then you need a budget-smart solution like Stanley TRE550Z. But don’t let the price fool you, as it provides you with a dual function, as it can be used as a stapler and as a nailer. It features two settings, for adaptability depending on your project, while its non-marring design will keep your work safe from scratches or marks. It can store 100 staples at a time, thus it won’t require often refill.

Best Electric Staple Gun for Upholstery : Maestri ME 3G
If your next project is an upholstery one, Maestri’s ME 3G has got you covered. Sturdy, made with reinforced fiberglass, it comes with an interlocking trigger with a safety switch. With a well-balanced design, its rubber grip will provide additional security, while its removable front plate will allow you to quickly remove any blocked staple.