Best Rotary Cutters for Quilting and Sewing (2023)

As quilters, we cut a lot of fabric. As such, it can feel like a hunt to find the best rotary cutters. Life just feels a little easier when you have a rotary cutter that gets it all done -- precise cuts, a comfortable handle, sharp blade. When that's not the case, a lot of time and energy can be wasted when using a dull or uncomfortable rotary blade.
In this video, I am reviewing four of the most popular rotary cutters on the market today. I will be diving into the different features, manufacturer notes, Amazon reviews and my own personal thoughts.
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0:00 Intro
0:24 OLFA Quick-Change Rotary Cutter, 28mm amzn.to/3WKZkiz
- 28mm Tungsten Steel Blade
- Contoured handle for comfortable cutting
- Integrated finger grooves to prevent finger slippage
- Quick-change blade system (my favorite feature)
- Built-in, easy-to-use blade guard for safety
- The small rotary blade is best for detailed and precise cutting
- Accommodates both left- and right-handed quilters
- With over 1,600 reviews on Amazon, this rotary cutter has a rating of 4.8 stars.
1:45 Fiskars Classic Stick Rotary Cutter, 45mm amzn.to/3Y1gPMy
- 45 mm Stainless Steel Blade
- The symmetrical design makes it suitable for both right- and left-handed quilters
- The sliding button extends the blade guard when not in use
- Blades are quick and easy to replace
- This is a great value and an excellent choice for a first rotary cutter
- With over 1,200 reviews on Amazon, this rotary cutter has a rating of 4.7 stars.
3:07 OLFA Ergonomic Rotary Cutter, 45mm amzn.to/3WKZuXd
- 45mm Tungsten Steel (Endurance) Blade
- The ergonomic design reduces hand fatigue
- The squeeze trigger handle exposes the blade during use and automatically retracts when not in use. In my opinion, this is the best feature.
- The dual-action safety lock allows the blade to be locked while open or closed
- Simple and safe blade changes
- Can be adjusted for both right- and left-handed quilters
- Can be used with Olfa's pinking, scalloped, and wave rotary blades
- With over 7,600 reviews on Amazon, this rotary cutter has a rating of 4.8 stars.
5:01 Fiskars Titanium Rotary Cutter, 60mm amzn.to/403vWHb
- 60mm Titanium Blade
- The ergonomic loop handle provides both comfort and control
- Can be assembled for use for either right- or left-handed quilters
- The sliding button extends the blade during use and retracts it for safe storage
- Quick and easy blade changes
- With over 4,200 reviews on Amazon, this rotary cutter has a rating of 4.7 stars.
Other Honorable Mentions
28mm Blades:
Fiskars Stick Rotary Cutter, 28mm amzn.to/3ReGajZ
Clover Rotary Cutter, 28mm amzn.to/3HfUVy6
45mm Blades:
Fiskars Comfort Loop Rotary Cutter, 45mm amzn.to/3HBRao5
Fiskars Trigger Rotary Cutter, 45mm amzn.to/3HBUz6j
60mm Blades:
OLFA Ergonomic Rotary Cutter, 60mm amzn.to/3XCAIcX
OLFA Straight Handle Rotary Cutter, 60mm amzn.to/3XWYlMZ
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[@Seabird41]

Thanks for the great review.

[@gretchenbass4675]

I love my Quilter's Select!

[@puurfectlysplendid]

Thank you! I loved your clear and on the point way of speaking! Great review!

[@modernmoonquiltstudio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Sloanmatthews]

Great video! Right to the point. I had no idea which one to get until now. Can’t wait to start quilting.

[@modernmoonquiltstudio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@craftymoosequilts]

Excellent review! I use the fiskars stick and I love it but my blade wears out quickly - however - I use mine almost daily. I'm digging the Olfa Titanium blade.

[@modernmoonquiltstudio]

Yes! Same here! I might be converted haha

[@jojosewist8921]

If Olfa makes titanium blades where do I purchase them?. Not showing up with a Google search.

[@modernmoonquiltstudio]

I don't believe Olfa makes titanium blades, but I think you can get some after market titanium coated blades.