The two major differences between the two water pump pliers from Knipex are: The Alligator pliers have fewer adjustment positions than Cobra pliers The Cobra pliers have a smooth adjustment button while the Alligators use a course-adjustment slip joint mechanism

The main distinction between Knipex Cobra and Alligator lies in their jaw designs. The Knipex Cobra features a push-button adjustment mechanism for easy and quick size adjustments, while the Alligator boasts a parallel jaw design for enhanced gripping power.

Compared to conventional water pump pliers of the same length, the Alligator® offers 30 % more gripping capacity, which means you get more power and comfort. Like the Cobra®, the Alligator® has self-clamping properties on pipes and nuts, which prevents slipping off the workpiece and saves effort.