Thrilez Crimping Beads for Jewelry Making, 2200 Pieces Crimp Tubes with Crimping Pliers (3 Sizes, 4 Colors) Review (2026)

Who this crimp bead kit suits

This Thrilez set targets beaders who are just starting to finish pieces strung on flexible beading wire and need both crimp tubes and a crimping tool to secure clasps at each end. According to the listing, the 2200 pieces break down into 1000 pieces of 1.5mm crimps, 800 pieces of 2.0mm, and 400 pieces of 2.5mm, spread across gold, silver, KC gold, and black finishes, giving a beginner enough variety to match crimp size to wire thickness and metal tone to match findings already on hand. Because crimping pliers are included rather than sold separately, this kit removes one of the more confusing early purchases for someone new to wire stringing, who might not otherwise know that a dedicated crimping tool, rather than standard pliers, is what actually forms a secure, rounded crimp.

What the sizes and colors cover

Crimp tube size needs to match the beading wire it is used on, since a crimp too large will not grip the wire securely while one too small will not fit over the wire at all. The three sizes here, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, and 2.5mm, cover the range most commonly used with standard nylon-coated beading wire from fine to medium-heavy gauge, though buyers working with unusually thick or thin wire should double check fit before committing a finished piece. The four color options, gold, silver, KC gold, and black, are electroplated finishes over a copper base according to the listing, which lets the crimps blend with whatever clasp or findings finish a piece already uses rather than standing out as a mismatched detail at the very point where a necklace or bracelet closes.

Working with crimps and the included pliers

Crimping pliers work by folding a crimp tube in a two-step motion, first flattening it around the wire and then rounding that flattened shape into a smooth oval, which is what makes a properly crimped bead look finished rather than pinched. Bundled pliers included in all-in-one kits like this one are generally adequate for learning the technique and finishing everyday pieces, though dedicated brand-name crimping pliers, bought separately, often have more precisely cut grooves that produce a slightly more consistent, rounder result. Electroplated colored crimps, as used here, can show flaking or wear at the crimp point if squeezed harder than necessary, so a light, correct-position squeeze rather than repeated hard pressure gives the cleanest finish and protects the color coating.

How it compares with other crimp kits

Against the Acejoz 2251 piece kit, which adds crimp covers, knot covers, and wire guardians on top of basic crimp tubes and pliers, this Thrilez set is more narrowly focused on crimp tubes themselves across more sizes and colors, which suits beaders who mainly need straightforward crimps rather than the fuller finishing toolkit Acejoz offers. Compared with branded crimp tubes sold in small quantities, such as a 12-piece pack of sterling silver crimps, this set trades precious metal material for far greater quantity and variety at a fraction of the per-piece cost, which makes sense for practice work and everyday pieces rather than fine jewelry meant to carry a sterling silver mark.

Bottom line

This kit earns our score of 8.4 out of 10 as a well-rounded starter set for anyone finishing beading wire projects who needs crimps, sizes, and a tool all at once. It suits beginners and hobbyists working across multiple wire thicknesses and metal tones particularly well, given the range of sizes and colors included. Buyers who already own crimping pliers, or who need the fuller finishing kit with crimp covers and wire guardians, should compare against more complete sets like Acejoz's kit instead. For a first crimping purchase, this set covers the essentials without requiring a second order for pliers.

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