I use the same cutter at work (civil engineer), bought the same one at home. I end up using this type all the time at work instead of the bigger ones we have. It seems to have better control when cutting pipe without moving than the larger pipe cutter we have (even with the new wheel). It's small enough to carry around, but it's really durable. I have had other cheaper boats and day and night go by between this one and the cheap ones I used to buy in Menare. The wheel tensioner is easier to tighten, it simply cuts better/faster. Didn't think it would be worth it before trying this guy, but it was worth spending the extra few bucks and getting it cheap.