I'm a network engineer by trade so when dealing with thin wire and such I've had other scissors that work great. However, I have big hands and they weren't very comfortable to hold my fingers, that's what sets them apart. They are comfortable and durable. I had a pair that were defective but I contacted the manufacturer and they asked for pictures, once they sent me a new pair it's on its way. I love these scissors for my job and would highly recommend them to anyone who needs to cut small wire, category 5 cable, etc. Then it offers the best value for money and is even better than the more expensive ones.