Swingline
Swingline 747 Classic Desktop Stapler
BUDGET
$25
Stapler · RANK 04
Bostitch
Bostitch EZ Squeeze 40 Flat Clinch Desktop Stapler
Spring-assisted lever cuts peak hand force roughly in half while a metal chassis drives 2-40 sheets. Flat clinch keeps filed stacks thin; a 7-year warranty backs the mechanism.
$28 typical
EDITION 01RESEARCHED 2026-08-052 SOURCESREFRESH DUE 2027-02
SUBSTANCE SCORES
substance8.3/ 10
design8.0/ 10
value7.6/ 10
WHY THE PRICE IS JUSTIFIED
Its extra cost buys a real spring-assisted mechanism (advertised as 50% less force), flat clinch and a metal internal chassis—not mere styling. Owner testimony supports exceptionally low operating force.
MATERIALS
Internal chassis and mechanismMetal
Carries the driving loads for 40-sheet use.
Base and gripRubber
Improves comfort and prevents sliding.
CRITERIA
8/10
Mechanical Durability
Metal internal chassis; 7-year limited warranty.
9/10
Staple Consistency
Flat clinch produces clean, flush stacks across its range.
9/10
Effort And Control
EZ Squeeze is specified at 50% less force.
8/10
Capacity Fit
2–40 sheets suits ordinary reports.
7/10
Jam Serviceability
Push-button magazine release.
9/10
Clinch And Finish
Flat clinch reduces stack bulk.
8/10
Desk Usability
Vertical or horizontal storage.
IDEAL FOR
- ·Arthritis or low-grip-strength users
- ·Frequent 10–40-sheet reports
- ·Neat filing
NOT FOR
- ·Long-reach booklet work
- ·Industrial-duty workloads
- ·People wanting an all-metal exterior
DESIGN & ERGONOMICS
Large easy-grip lever, genuinely low effort, clean flat stacks, and the option to stand it upright make this unusually considerate desk equipment.
LONGEVITY
Designed for business use and backed by a 7-year limited warranty; the spring is the principal eventual wear item, so avoid habitual overload.
PRODUCT PHOTOS
EVIDENCE (2)
bostitchoffice.com
www.amazon.com
