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# **metal engraver**

**Skip it****52/100 **

a small market ($246K/yr) — metal engraver doesn't clear our bar today.

**Market/yr**

**$246K**

**Growth (1y)**

**+181.3%**

**Products**

**30**

**Brands**

**23**

was 28 a year ago

**Sellers**

**58**

**Price range**

**$8.76–$723.72**

**Returns**

**2.7%**

**Rating**

**4.3★**

**Skip it**

Scored 52/100 across market size, growth, competition, quality gap, and returns.

Market sizeGrowthCompetitionQuality gapReturns

Market size

**12**

 ×0.30

Growth

**75**

 ×0.30

Competition

**61**

 ×0.20

Quality gap

**57**

 ×0.10

Returns

**79**

 ×0.10

## **Demand**

Weekly Amazon search volume, last 104 weeks — +181.3% year over year.

20K10KSpike '24Holiday '24Prime Day '25Spike '25Holiday '25Jul '24Nov '24Mar '25Jun '25Oct '25Feb '26

## **Seasonality**

Monthly demand index across the year — 1.00 is average.

JFMAMJJASOND

Peak months: Jan, Feb, Dec · busiest ÷ quietest = 4.7×

## **Competition**

- General Tools16% - CBVCBV10% - Fanttik10% - Dremel9% - Craft Culture8% - Resparked7% - Other (17 brands)40%

The top 5 products take 49% of clicks — established leaders, but buyers still shop beyond them. 23 brands and 58 sellers compete here.

**Brands**

**23 **▼falling

was 28 a year ago

**Sellers**

**58**

**Top 5 brand share**

**53%**

#ProductBrandPriceRatingReviewsClick shareTrend

1
![General Tools Cordless Engraving Pen for Metal - Diamond Tip Etching Tool for Engraving Toys Sporting Goods & Glass Gifts](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/215lwrHnCpL.jpg) [**General Tools Cordless Engraving Pen for Metal - Diamond Tip Etching Tool for Engraving Toys Sporting Goods & Glass Gifts**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004YK66NM)

General Tools$13.644.3★5,85416%▼falling

2
![Wireless Engraving Pen Kit - Precision Tool for Artists & DIY | Engrave Jade Wood Metal Polish Phone Chips | Smooth & Powerful with engraver wood carving tool engraving machine (Silver + Black)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41o6dXnvoTL.jpg) [**Wireless Engraving Pen Kit - Precision Tool for Artists & DIY | Engrave Jade Wood Metal Polish Phone Chips | Smooth & Powerful with engraver wood carving tool engraving machine (Silver + Black)**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FVCN6JSH)

CBVCBV$19.834.2★18610%▲rising

3
![Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather Metal Glass and Wood  Black 290-02](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31z-s6caH7L.jpg) [**Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather Metal Glass and Wood Black 290-02**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000302YN)

Dremel$24.564.4★7,6339%▼falling

4
![EtchMate Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic & All Materials - Cool Birthday Gift Ideas - Engraver Pen Tool - Teen Boy Gifts - Unique Gifts for Women Teenage Girl - Craft Kits for Adults](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zpqNzt9TL.jpg) [**EtchMate Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic & All Materials - Cool Birthday Gift Ideas - Engraver Pen Tool - Teen Boy Gifts - Unique Gifts for Women Teenage Girl - Craft Kits for Adults**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRNNZZZH)

Craft Culture$46.924.2★6857%▲rising

5
![Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen Ultimate Cordless Portable Tool for Artists & DIYers - Engrave 50+ Surfaces - Beginner Friendly - Rechargeable - Free 30 Bits & Mastery Guide](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41C8lu93kML.jpg) [**Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen Ultimate Cordless Portable Tool for Artists & DIYers - Engrave 50+ Surfaces - Beginner Friendly - Rechargeable - Free 30 Bits & Mastery Guide**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGMBSWJQ)

Resparked$62.604.4★2,5227%▼falling

6
![Fanttik F2 Master Mini Cordless Rotary Tool Kit NeoPulse Motor 5 Speed 25000 RPM Revostor Hub 35 Accessories Engraving Pen for 3D Printer Sanding Polishing Drilling Carving DIY Crafts](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GQ3R4W5OL.jpg) [**Fanttik F2 Master Mini Cordless Rotary Tool Kit NeoPulse Motor 5 Speed 25000 RPM Revostor Hub 35 Accessories Engraving Pen for 3D Printer Sanding Polishing Drilling Carving DIY Crafts**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DN1GBTDG)

Fanttik$66.324.4★2,6296%▲rising

7
![25W Engraving Pen 6 Speed Power Engraving Tool Handheld Engraver Pen with Tungsten Carbide Steel Bits for Wood Metal Glass Professional Etching Tool](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415dY7T53aL.jpg) [**25W Engraving Pen 6 Speed Power Engraving Tool Handheld Engraver Pen with Tungsten Carbide Steel Bits for Wood Metal Glass Professional Etching Tool**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C77CYLMC)

YEYETUO$15.354.4★4144%—flat

8
![Fanttik F2 Master Eng Engraving Pen Cordless Rotary Tool Kit with 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable Engraver Pen with 20Pcs Bits for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Portable for Artists & DIYers](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41c1Yh606sL.jpg) [**Fanttik F2 Master Eng Engraving Pen Cordless Rotary Tool Kit with 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable Engraver Pen with 20Pcs Bits for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Portable for Artists & DIYers**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G7VB52L5)

Fanttik$66.254.2★554%▲rising

9
![HARDELL Mini Cordless Rotary Tool 5-Speed and USB Charging Rotary Tool Kit with 69 Accessories Multi-Purpose 3.7V Power Rotary Tool for Sanding Polishing Drilling Etching Engraving DIY Crafts](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ff-dsW7HL.jpg) [**HARDELL Mini Cordless Rotary Tool 5-Speed and USB Charging Rotary Tool Kit with 69 Accessories Multi-Purpose 3.7V Power Rotary Tool for Sanding Polishing Drilling Etching Engraving DIY Crafts**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08VHYX96W)

HARDELL$24.834.3★12,5404%▼falling

10

![UTOOL Engraver Pen with Letter/Number Stencil 24W Handheld Etching Tool for Wood Metal Glass Engraving with 4 Replaceable Tungsten Carbide Steel Bits](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41cyAk2TxNL.jpg) [**UTOOL Engraver Pen with Letter/Number Stencil 24W Handheld Etching Tool for Wood Metal Glass Engraving with 4 Replaceable Tungsten Carbide Steel Bits**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D759KPL)

UTOOL$24.374.3★3,0654%▼falling

11

![Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Bronze)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41XrVmnTUOL.jpg) [**Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Bronze)**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GT6GMNV9)

Vanlgs$50.054.5★1533%▲rising

12

![BlazeX M3 10W Laser Engraver Machine 0.01mm Ultra-precision Laser Cutter and Engraver Machine for Wood Metal Glass Leather Beginner-Friendly with Enclosure Honeycomb Engraving Materials Class 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41LlCheYVCL.jpg) [**BlazeX M3 10W Laser Engraver Machine 0.01mm Ultra-precision Laser Cutter and Engraver Machine for Wood Metal Glass Leather Beginner-Friendly with Enclosure Honeycomb Engraving Materials Class 1**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GQTGDJDJ)

BlazeX$321.644.4★373%▲rising

13

![HARDELL Engraving Pen Cordless Engraving Tool with 37000RPM USB Rechargeable Metal Pen Engraver for Artists & DIYers Electric Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass and Plastic - Beginner Friendly](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41cNV+R5b7L.jpg) [**HARDELL Engraving Pen Cordless Engraving Tool with 37000RPM USB Rechargeable Metal Pen Engraver for Artists & DIYers Electric Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass and Plastic - Beginner Friendly**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFYJR1QL)

HARDELL$23.824.4★1772%▲rising

14

![AM ARROWMAX Mini Engraving Pen: Ultimate Cordless Portable Tool for Artists & DIYers - Engrave 50+ Surfaces - Beginner Friendly - Engraving Pen for Bead Metal Wood Glass and Plastic](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41yVOkCdhUL.jpg) [**AM ARROWMAX Mini Engraving Pen: Ultimate Cordless Portable Tool for Artists & DIYers - Engrave 50+ Surfaces - Beginner Friendly - Engraving Pen for Bead Metal Wood Glass and Plastic**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXFJ17TP)

AM ARROWMAX$35.894.4★9942%▼falling

15

![WEN 21D Variable-Depth Carbide-Tipped Engraver for Wood and Metal  Lightweight Variable Speed Compact Orange](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31B8i-Wn8BL.jpg) [**WEN 21D Variable-Depth Carbide-Tipped Engraver for Wood and Metal Lightweight Variable Speed Compact Orange**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ST7NP89)

WEN$12.664.3★3,0912%—flat

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## **Product shelf**

All 30 tracked products in this niche.

Top sellersNewestTrending

[![General Tools Cordless Engraving Pen for Metal - Diamond Tip Etching Tool for Engraving Toys Sporting Goods & Glass Gifts](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/215lwrHnCpL.jpg)**General Tools Cordless Engraving Pen for Metal - Diamond Tip Etching Tool for Engraving Toys Sporting Goods & Glass Gifts** General Tools**$13.64**4.3★5,854 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004YK66NM) [![Wireless Engraving Pen Kit - Precision Tool for Artists & DIY | Engrave Jade Wood Metal Polish Phone Chips | Smooth & Powerful with engraver wood carving tool engraving machine (Silver + Black)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41o6dXnvoTL.jpg)**Wireless Engraving Pen Kit - Precision Tool for Artists & DIY | Engrave Jade Wood Metal Polish Phone Chips | Smooth & Powerful with engraver wood carving tool engraving machine (Silver + Black)** CBVCBV**$19.83**4.2★186 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FVCN6JSH) [![Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather Metal Glass and Wood  Black 290-02](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31z-s6caH7L.jpg)**Dremel 120-Volt Engraver Rotary Tool with Stencils - Crafting Machine Perfect for DIY Personalizing and Engraving Leather Metal Glass and Wood Black 290-02** Dremel**$24.56**4.4★7,633 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000302YN) [![EtchMate Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic & All Materials - Cool Birthday Gift Ideas - Engraver Pen Tool - Teen Boy Gifts - Unique Gifts for Women Teenage Girl - Craft Kits for Adults](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zpqNzt9TL.jpg)**EtchMate Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic & All Materials - Cool Birthday Gift Ideas - Engraver Pen Tool - Teen Boy Gifts - Unique Gifts for Women Teenage Girl - Craft Kits for Adults** Craft Culture**$46.92**4.2★685 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRNNZZZH) [![Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen Ultimate Cordless Portable Tool for Artists & DIYers - Engrave 50+ Surfaces - Beginner Friendly - Rechargeable - Free 30 Bits & Mastery Guide](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41C8lu93kML.jpg)**Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen Ultimate Cordless Portable Tool for Artists & DIYers - Engrave 50+ Surfaces - Beginner Friendly - Rechargeable - Free 30 Bits & Mastery Guide** Resparked**$62.60**4.4★2,522 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGMBSWJQ) [![Fanttik F2 Master Mini Cordless Rotary Tool Kit NeoPulse Motor 5 Speed 25000 RPM Revostor Hub 35 Accessories Engraving Pen for 3D Printer Sanding Polishing Drilling Carving DIY Crafts](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GQ3R4W5OL.jpg)**Fanttik F2 Master Mini Cordless Rotary Tool Kit NeoPulse Motor 5 Speed 25000 RPM Revostor Hub 35 Accessories Engraving Pen for 3D Printer Sanding Polishing Drilling Carving DIY Crafts** Fanttik**$66.32**4.4★2,629 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DN1GBTDG) [![25W Engraving Pen 6 Speed Power Engraving Tool Handheld Engraver Pen with Tungsten Carbide Steel Bits for Wood Metal Glass Professional Etching Tool](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415dY7T53aL.jpg)**25W Engraving Pen 6 Speed Power Engraving Tool Handheld Engraver Pen with Tungsten Carbide Steel Bits for Wood Metal Glass Professional Etching Tool** YEYETUO**$15.35**4.4★414 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C77CYLMC) [![Fanttik F2 Master Eng Engraving Pen Cordless Rotary Tool Kit with 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable Engraver Pen with 20Pcs Bits for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Portable for Artists & DIYers](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41c1Yh606sL.jpg)**Fanttik F2 Master Eng Engraving Pen Cordless Rotary Tool Kit with 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable Engraver Pen with 20Pcs Bits for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Portable for Artists & DIYers** Fanttik**$66.25**4.2★55 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G7VB52L5)

## **Reviews**

What buyers praise and complain about, mined from review topics.

### **What buyers love **

**Ease Of Use**17%

*“It is easy to handle”*

**Quality-Overall**12%

*“Build quality is solid”*

**Value For Money**10%

*“not expensive”*

**Advertised Vs Actual Product**6%

*“As described”*

**Charging**5%

*“Easy to charge”*

**Weight Light**4%

*“The lightweight design”*

**Battery Life**4%

*“Battery life good”*

**Size-Overall**4%

*“I like the size”*

**Strength**4%

*“lots of power”*

**Portability**3%

*“Very portable”*

### **What buyers complain about **

**Durability**13%

*“Broke after one use”*

**Quality-Overall**10%

*“Extremely Poor Quality”*

**Functionality-Overall**8%

*“Barely works”*

**Charging**7%

*“It does not charge”*

**Battery Life**6%

*“Short battery life”*

**Strength**5%

*“Too weak”*

**Size-Overall**4%

*“A USB cord. short”*

**Instructions/User Manual/Troubleshooting**4%

*“No instructions”*

**Value For Money**4%

*“Its was a bit more expensive i noticed some places had it at least $20 cheaper”*

**Ease Of Use**3%

*“it's hard to use”*

#### **Top return reasons**- Functionality-Overall23% - Size-Overall10% - Defective Material/Parts10% - Advertised Vs Actual Product9% - Charging7% - Strength6% - Value For Money5% - Ease Of Use3% - Quality-Overall3% - Add-Ons/Attachments2%