Here’s an easy breakdown:
Manual Tools
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Cheapest
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No electricity
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Best for low-volume work
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Requires more physical effort
Semi-Auto Machines (tabletop)
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Great for e-commerce warehouses
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Super fast
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Easy for new staff
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Perfect for medium volume
Electric Handheld Tools
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Fastest and strongest
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Best for medium to high volume
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Very consistent seals
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Less physical strain
If you strap daily, electric tools pay for themselves quickly.
If you strap occasionally, manual tools might be enough.
