Are cheap Press Guns a false economy? Can cheaper alternatives really rival established brands for reliability?

When it comes to investing in plumbing tools, especially press guns, many installers immediately gravitate towards the big, well-established brands. After all, these brands have built their reputations on years of reliability, precision, and robust engineering — but at a premium price.

However, in today’s rapidly evolving market, is it always true that cheaper alternatives are a "false economy"? Or could a well-designed, competitively priced press gun actually rival — or even surpass — the performance of the big names?

At Monsterplumb, we believe the game has changed. Enter the MP1528 Press Gun, now available at an unbeatable price of £649.99 + VAT (as of 16/07/25).