Here you’ll find 42 Tools that start with M that begin with M, organized from “Machinist square” to “Multimeter”. Many are measuring, fastening, or cutting tools common in workshops and homes.
Tools that start with M are common hand, power, and measurement tools you meet in workshops, garages and labs. Historically, many names come from trades or machinery, while the multimeter shows modern electronics’ influence.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Purpose, Primary material(s) and Typical users.
Name: The tool’s common name as used in catalogs and searches, so you can find or cross-check items.
Purpose: A one-line statement of what the tool does, helping you pick tools for tasks or research.
Primary material(s): Lists usual materials like steel, aluminum, plastic, or wood, so you know durability and care needs.
Typical users: Shows who commonly uses the tool — tradespeople, hobbyists, and students — so you judge relevance quickly.
Tools that start with M
| Name | Type | Primary materials | Typical users |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallet | hand tool | wood/steel/rubber | woodworkers, carpenters, leatherworkers |
| Masonry trowel | hand tool | steel/wood | masons, bricklayers, DIYers |
| Margin trowel | hand tool | steel/wood | masons, plasterers, tile setters |
| Miter saw | power tool | steel/aluminum/plastic | carpenters, DIYers, finishers |
| Miter box | accessory/hand tool | wood/plastic/metal | woodworkers, DIYers |
| Miter gauge | accessory | metal/plastic | woodworkers, table saw users |
| Micrometer | measuring tool | hardened steel/plastic | machinists, toolmakers, engineers |
| Multimeter | measuring/digital tool | plastic/metal | electricians, technicians, hobbyists |
| Milling machine | power tool | cast iron/steel | machinists, metalworkers |
| Mortiser | power tool | steel/cast iron | woodworkers, cabinetmakers |
| Mortise chisel | hand tool | steel/wood | carpenters, joiners |
| Mill file | hand tool | steel | metalworkers, machinists, woodworkers |
| Mole grips | hand tool | steel | mechanics, plumbers, DIYers |
| Monkey wrench | hand tool | steel | plumbers, mechanics, maintenance workers |
| Mattock | hand tool | steel/wood | landscapers, gardeners, construction workers |
| Mud pan | accessory | steel/plastic | drywallers, plasterers, tile setters |
| Mason’s hammer | hand tool | steel/wood | bricklayers, stonemasons |
| Mortar hoe | hand tool | steel/wood | masons, concrete workers |
| Mortar jointer | hand tool | steel/wood | masons, bricklayers |
| Masonry saw | power tool | steel/diamond | masons, tile setters, contractors |
| Masonry drill bit | accessory | tungsten carbide/steel | contractors, DIYers |
| Magnetic drill | power tool | steel | metalworkers, fabricators |
| Magnetic base | accessory | steel/magnet | machinists, metalworkers |
| Magnetic clamp | accessory | steel/magnet | welders, metalworkers, fabricators |
| Magnetic pickup | hand tool | steel/magnet | mechanics, electricians, DIYers |
| Magnetic level | measuring tool | aluminum/plastic/magnet | carpenters, metalworkers, HVAC installers |
| Magnetic bit holder | accessory | steel/magnet | carpenters, electricians, DIYers |
| Magnetic stud finder | measuring tool | plastic/magnet | DIYers, carpenters, electricians |
| Magnetic lifter | accessory | steel/magnet | warehouses, riggers, metal fabricators |
| Measuring wheel | measuring tool | plastic/metal | landscapers, surveyors, construction estimators |
| Meter stick | measuring tool | wood/plastic | carpenters, teachers, DIYers |
| Machinist square | measuring tool | hardened steel | machinists, toolmakers |
| Machinist vise | accessory | steel/cast iron | machinists, metalworkers |
| Microscope | measuring/digital tool | glass/metal/plastic | laboratory technicians, jewelers, hobbyists |
| Micrometer depth gauge | measuring tool | steel | machinists, woodworkers |
| Moisture meter | measuring tool | plastic/metal | woodworkers, builders, landscapers |
| Metal detector | digital tool | plastic/metal | archaeologists, contractors, hobbyists |
| Multi-tool | power tool/handheld | metal/plastic | contractors, remodelers, DIYers |
| Multi-bit screwdriver | hand tool | steel/plastic | DIYers, electricians, mechanics |
| Marking gauge | hand tool | wood/metal | woodworkers, carpenters |
| Marking knife | hand tool | steel/wood | woodworkers, cabinetmakers |
| Magnetic torpedo level | measuring tool | aluminum/magnet | carpenters, metalworkers, electricians |
Descriptions
Mallet
A hammer-like tool with a softer head for striking chisels or assembling parts without damaging surfaces; comes in rubber, wooden and rawhide variants for different materials.
Masonry trowel
Flat-bladed trowel for spreading and shaping mortar or concrete; common types include brick trowel, pointing trowel and margin trowel.
Margin trowel
Small rectangular-bladed trowel used for tight spaces, patching and finishing mortar or plaster edges.
Miter saw
A rotary power saw that makes precise angled crosscuts and miters in wood or trim; variants include compound and sliding miter saws.
Miter box
Simple guide that helps saw straight or angled cuts in boards by holding them at set angles (commonly 45° and 90°).
Miter gauge
Adjustable guide used on table saws and bandsaws to make accurate angled cuts; often paired with a fence for repeatable cuts.
Micrometer
Precision instrument for measuring small outside or inside dimensions typically to 0.01 mm or 0.001 in; available as micrometer calipers and depth micrometers.
Multimeter
Handheld electronic meter that measures voltage, current and resistance; some models also test continuity, capacitance and temperature.
Milling machine
Motorized machine tool for removing material from a workpiece by rotating cutting tools; available as horizontal, vertical and CNC variants.
Mortiser
Machine designed to cut square or rectangular mortises in wood quickly and accurately; bench-top and hollow-chisel models exist.
Mortise chisel
Stout chisel used to chop precise mortises in wood; used with mallet or mallet-like strikes for joinery work.
Mill file
Hand file with parallel edges used to remove burrs and smooth metal or wood; available in different cuts and shapes for specific jobs.
Mole grips
Adjustable locking pliers with a quick-release lever; used to clamp, hold or turn objects with firm grip.
Monkey wrench
Adjustable jaw wrench for turning nuts and bolts; older adjustable wrench design with straight jaws.
Mattock
Heavy digging tool combining an adze and pick or axe head; used for breaking hard ground and roots.
Mud pan
Flat pan used to hold joint compound or mortar while taping, plastering or laying tiles; simple, affordable finishing tool.
Mason’s hammer
Hammer with chisel-like blade on one side for cutting bricks and a square face for striking; also called brick hammer.
Mortar hoe
Long-handled hoe with a wide blade for mixing mortar or cement by hand in a wheelbarrow or on-site.
Mortar jointer
Profiled tool for finishing mortar joints between bricks or blocks, available in various radiused and V-shaped profiles.
Masonry saw
Saw with diamond or abrasive blades designed to cut stone, brick and concrete cleanly; handheld and table models available.
Masonry drill bit
Specialized rotating drill bits with carbide tips for drilling into brick, block, concrete and stone.
Magnetic drill
Portable drill with a magnetic base that clamps to ferrous metal for stable drilling; ideal for structural steel fabrications.
Magnetic base
Magnetized mounting base for holding dial indicators or gauges securely to metal surfaces during measurements.
Magnetic clamp
Clamping device using magnets to hold ferrous workpieces at set angles for welding or assembly.
Magnetic pickup
Handheld telescoping or stick tool with a magnetized end used to retrieve dropped metal fasteners from tight spaces.
Magnetic level
Bubble level with magnetic strip for hands-free attachment to metal surfaces; used to check horizontal and vertical alignment.
Magnetic bit holder
Screwdriver bit holder with magnetic end that secures bits and screws, speeding up fastening tasks.
Magnetic stud finder
Simple device that locates metal fasteners or studs behind drywall using magnetism to find screws or nails.
Magnetic lifter
Permanent or electromagnetic lifting tool that grips ferrous plates and parts for safe lifting without clamps or slings.
Measuring wheel
Wheel-mounted counter used to measure long distances by rolling it along the ground; handy for quick site measurements.
Meter stick
Rigid 1-meter straightedge used for measuring and marking; simple, durable alternative to tape measures for larger, straight measurements.
Machinist square
Precision L-shaped square used to check and mark 90° angles and squareness on machined parts.
Machinist vise
Heavy-duty bench vise for securing work during milling, drilling and grinding; high clamping force and precision alignment.
Microscope
Optical instrument for viewing small details at high magnification; used in materials inspection, electronics and lab work.
Micrometer depth gauge
Precision tool for measuring depth of grooves, holes or slots; variation of micrometer designed for depth readings.
Moisture meter
Handheld device to detect moisture content in wood, drywall or soil; contact and non-contact models help diagnose damp problems.
Metal detector
Handheld electronic device that senses buried metal objects; used for locating rebar, pipes or lost hardware.
Multi-tool
Versatile oscillating or handheld tool with interchangeable blades for cutting, sanding, scraping and grinding in tight spots.
Multi-bit screwdriver
Screwdriver with a storage handle and interchangeable bits for multiple screw types, saving time and space.
Marking gauge
Tool for scribing parallel lines to an edge for accurate joinery and layout; adjustable fence and cutting pin or knife.
Marking knife
Sharp knife used to score precise layout lines in wood before cutting or chiseling for cleaner joints.
Magnetic torpedo level
Compact spirit level with magnets for hands-free leveling on pipes and metal frames; ideal in tight spaces.