Etimo Tulip VS Clover Armour crochet hooks | Comparison and review of crochet hooks

I decided to join in the heated debate of which of these hooks are better. The Etimo Tulip and Clover Armour crochet hooks are very similar in style and in pricing so they are often compared to each other. So when I got the Etimo hooks as a gift I just knew I needed to make an honest comparison between those hooks and the clover hooks I already owned. After 6 months of using both hooks, I have finally decided which ones are my favorites.
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ETIMO TULIP
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CLOVER AMOUR
Clover Armour Crochet Hook Set, 10 Sizes: amzn.to/2Y3q579 (Affiliate Link)
Clover 5.5mm Hook: amzn.to/34ULZvL (Affiliate Link)
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[@HookedtotheLeft]

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[@darleneousley7905]

I have had my tulip set for over 5 years and use them consistently, and the stickers have not faded or rolled up at all. I love my Tulip hooks

[@HookedtotheLeft]

That is awesome to read, thank you.

[@sylviabryant9433]

I have both sets the Tulip Etimos and the Clovers. I reach for my Clovers first, they're my favorites. I gifted the Etimos to my great niece who started crocheting recently. She loves them, and as a beginner she found them so much easier to use than your standard metal hooks (torture devices, I call them, lol)

[@lilianeboudreau5008]

I’ve had my Tulip set for over 3 years. I crochet between 12 and 18 hours a day and the printed label looks exactly the same as the day I purchased them. I also own the Clover set which I like but my go to set is Tulip. I am a pencil grip cricketer if that helps

[@HookedtotheLeft]

This is GREAT info! I have heard that the tulip is more appealing to a pencil grip crocheter than clover is - this is excellent feedback about that

[@broella6493]

I just got a set of Tulips for Christmas. So far, I love them! Good to know that the size label doesn’t wear off. I did wonder about that.

[@mariakristinahawl1640]

Knife grippers tend to wear out labels on hooks.

[@sandygrogg1203]

Me, again… I just received my set of Grey Tulips.. The case is great… The Tulipsvare definitely lighter..and they slip,very easily through the yarn… I got them from Amazon, and paid only $50___down from $98. A real bargain.. I have been using the Tulips all morning, and I think I am going to love them. I’m definitely glad I bought them. They are a great addition to my hook collection, and compliment my beloved clovers. Neither has a drag…and both feel very comfortable in my hands.

[@Bromhildy]

I love Tulip. Fits my hand perfectly. And I’m a knife holder. I like the thumb rest. Also I like the label on Tulip telling in good print the hook size. I can’t see the hook size on Clover. Nor am I going to remember the colours for the hook size. plus Clover doesn’t provide a case. I do have Clover. Tulip provides a nice case, scissors, yarn needles and other bits. I do think it also depends how comfortable you are using your favourite hooks. I’m very used to Tulip. And not so much with Clover. And the printed hook size on the Tulips, does not fade or rub off. Had mine for a few years now. It’s good we have so much choice in crochet hooks.cheap hooks are rubbish though. Get the best hooks that you can reasonably afford.

[@missree1995]

I've watched several video reviews and read blogs on the Tulips. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I'm doing thorough research before investing. $$ lol I own Clovers now, but I also want a set of Tulips for the aesthetic, the uniform look of them. :) Everyone new to Tulip mentions the sticker being a drawback, but I've read many comments and seen update reviews. They all say the stickers haven't budged after years of use. And the hooks still look good. That's great to know. I bought one Tulip to sample. I love it. I felt no slight "drag" when compared to my Clovers. (Knife gripper.) Just adding my comments for other shoppers who are researching. :)

[@judyhock5422]

Thanks for the comparison. You've never guided me wrong and I appreciate your point of view.

[@HookedtotheLeft]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching - please don't hesitate to forward any suggestions if there are other tools you would like compared.

[@veroniquecastel9582]

Clover gets my vote. I just got the 7 mm - 15mm larger ones. Love them! A pleasure to work with 🥳

[@lindabraumuller9665]

It's : Amour it means love!

[@maribelishooked4378]

I love the clover hooks. I do have one red etymology and that is also very nice. Thank you for demonstration.

[@JoshBombFiberArts]

my Clover 4.5mm....I was using that Sugar and Cream cotton and one day the shaft came loose from the handle. It didn't come out, and still hasn't. I emailed Clover and they said they would replace it for free, I just haven't sent it because I'm lazy. Clover is still my favorite. I'm currently doing a blanket with a tulip, however!

[@HookedtotheLeft]

That is really good to know about Clover replacing it because of the loose handle.

[@AffordablyCrafty]

Great review Mel! I also love clover amour, but have never tried tulip.

[@carolscrazycrochetmore5093]

Thanks for the great review!! I’m putting together a starter box Of yarn and hooks for my great niece she’s just now showing interest in crocheting so I’m very excited. She lives a couple hundred miles away so we’re going to be learning via zoom. It’s for all you do I hope you have a fabulous day!! 😊💚😊💚

[@HookedtotheLeft]

Oh my gosh that sound amazing!! What a wonderful way for you to connect.

[@heidyspavajeau6005]

Oh thank God I found this video I recently got a etimo red and I thought I was going crazy because I have only ever used Clover and etimo felt like sandpaper lol 😅

[@serenafloril2950]

Stessa esperienza!! Ho fatto tanto per provare i red di Tulip ma credo di tornare ai miei storici Clover, i red e anche i rose fanno troppo attrito col filo, non mi piace

[@bunnylady6758]

I bought 2 sets of clover hooks, last Christmas😍😍😍. I also bought 2 tulip reds, they are ok too, but I love my Amour more.😁

[@mythicalmermaid5757]

Had a set of Tulips for 5 years now. No problem at all with the size label. It looks as fresh as the day I bought them.

[@kristinejanetan8094]

Good review since I'm planning on investing on a good hook

[@songyi221]

I really do like this video cause I feel like I did learn a lot about how the hooks are functionally But it would’ve been really nice to have more about the difference between as a new crochet I was so looking to know the difference between a amour hook vs a etimo or wether that’s just a term they use or if those have actual fictions But overall, I did enjoy the video. Thank you for sharing.

[@sandygrogg1203]

I am visually impaired.. Each Clover size has its own color…which is a huge help,to me.

[@copingwithyarn5455]

Good review!

[@liziking306]

I, too, have the set of the Clover Amour. I did buy one Etimo Tulip in 6.0 mm. I also love it. Oh Melanie, I have so many hooks... I need to get rid of some. LOL... ;-) Thank you for making this video. It just confirmed my love for my Clover Amour and my one and only Etimo Tulip...

[@HookedtotheLeft]

What??? Get rid of hooks??? LOL Actually I understand, hehe. I really do like both, and each have their own pros and cons :-)

[@liziking306]

@@HookedtotheLeft - I know Mel. Just like yarns... I see you guys post some yarn haul or yarn review... and I'm like "Oh, I want that"... LOL

[@tammymoore6009]

Thank you for the review! I recently got the Clover hooks after using Boye hooks forever! I absolutely adore the Clover. I like the way the yarn glides over the hook. I still might buy a Tulip to see how I like it tho. Can’t ever have too many hooks! ❤️🧶

[@heritage.home.crochet]

You can't ever have too many hooks, you got that right girl!

[@kiviabrown2335]

@@heritage.home.crochet That is so true about that. I bought some crochet hooks from Dollar General two weeks ago but did not buy no yarn though.

[@broella6493]

I bought 2 different sizes of Clover hooks about 6 months ago just to try them out. I did like them. However, I just received a set of Tulip hooks for Christmas and I love them! They are my favorite! (Someday I hope to try Furls, which so many crocheters seem to like best.)

[@HookedtotheLeft]

I am so glad the Tulips are working well for you, they really are a great hook. And I will be honest, I am just OK with Furls - they are beautiful hooks, but for the price I am just as happy with a Divit Shilp or Ommi hook, you know? I will be getting those comparison videos out at some point!

[@sandygrogg1203]

I keep my Clovers, plus scissors, measuring tape, and needles, in a Vera Bradley pencil case. I can throw it into any bag..

[@KeriTheYarnyElephant]

Thank you for sharing ☺️

[@HookedtotheLeft]

My pleasure 😊

[@Stephanie.922]

Great video ❤ The clover amour is a hybrid hook, not tapered. I only know because i can't keep my yarn on a tapered hook, but i can use inline and hybrid hooks ❤️

[@sandygrogg1203]

I have Bith sets, and love them both. I have vision issues, so having each size a different color is a big advantage. My hands are very small, so the actual length of both hooks are perfect.

[@KristiesHooked]

I agree. Clover hooks are amazing.

[@JoshBombFiberArts]

I will also add, the Tulip hooks are lighter...but barely, and i'm a pencil gripper. Sometimes when I get going, the hook will fly out of my hand. This doesn't happen with Clover! Strange...

[@HookedtotheLeft]

The hooks are flyin'! LOL That is an intense crochet session :-D

[@kaihora4013]

Thanks for the review!! Honestly, I don't know which one to choose, as they lean on the expensive side where I live... $14 for a Clover Armour hook and $17 for a Tulip one! Maybe I should buy one of each and see where it goes!! I'm a pencil gripper btw!

[@HookedtotheLeft]

Fair enough! I have heard that tulip is favored by the pencil grippers :-)

[@LeahElisheva]

I LLOOOVVVVEEE my Clover Amour ❤ I’m going to pick up a 5mm tulip just to compare to the 5mm clover I’m using now on a project. I’ll come back and comment what I liked better ❤ I’m a knife grip crocheter. The clovers roll so nicely between my fingertips for quick efficient crochet 💜 Also depends on the type of yarn. Clovers and tulip I think both would work great with all yarn But I noticed - I have a resin hook from another company and it’s horrible for natural cotton and wool. It’s sticks to the yarn terribly. - at least that was my experience So now I just use metal hooks ❤

[@LeahElisheva]

I received my 5mm tulip etiome red crochet hook. I like it. But my clover is more smooth- at least with this type of yarn I’m using- I notice a slight difference in friction. The yarn is Caron Jumbo- multicolored green. It’s not a quality yarn and it splits but not so much with my clover or tulip. I can use both interchangeably and be happy. The handle is very comfortable.

[@sandygrogg1203]

I love my Clivers...and the fact that each size has its own color. I am visually impaired, so thst us a bug help. I also love my three Furls Ods. Each size has bern color coded.. I plan to buy one pink Tulip, just yo check it out.

[@HookedtotheLeft]

I bet you will like the Tulips - I need to try those Furls - I just have the resin one, and I am not as big of a fan of the drag on that one.

[@knitwit2871]

my favorite hooks are the prym, susan bates & the tulip! I think the tulip has more of an inbetween tip where its a little pointed but not crazy like susan bates. But also not super roound. I was worred about the tulip sticker too but I know someone who has had theirs for years & it's never worn down, but if you have sweatier hands who knows! I love those three for me

[@HookedtotheLeft]

That is *really* good to know about the sticker - that is the one thing I can't test only having them for a few months. I do have a prym hook to try, along with a couple of Divit hooks - keep an eye out for those reviews coming soon! 😃

[@GantsilyoBaguio]

Thank you!

[@charlenerenee7751]

I have Susan Bates, Boyes, a couple Furl Odyssey but since I purchased my Etimo Tulip set that’s all I use. I haven’t touched my other hooks since. I’m a knife holder.

[@HookedtotheLeft]

So you prefer the tulips as a knife holder. That is interesting. I do like my Tulips, but I live the clovers just a little more!

[@zingyflaps7757]

I would definitely buy one of each and try them myself before investing because of someone else's opinion. Everyone's anatomy and physiology is different. The clover caused me severe thumb joint pain over extended use. The Tulip does not.

[@HookedtotheLeft]

Great point, Donna, thank you for sharing!

[@marthaanderson2346]

I've had a set of Clover hooks and like them but lost them in a purge a couple of years ago. They may still be in my home and I haven't found them. I'll stick with my Boye ergonomic hooks because they are comfy to use, glide smoothly and a much better price point. Thank you for the review😊.

[@HookedtotheLeft]

Do you mean the Ergonomic Boye? YES - they are very nice - I wold highly recommend getting the clover hooks on the ones ... 8mm and higher (I think - it might be 7mm and higher) only IF you don't like heavier hooks. Clover changes how the hooks are made at the higher mm and they are much lighter.

[@marthaanderson2346]

@@HookedtotheLeft yes. I said that in my comment😊 As for the larger hooks, I rarely use that size. Thank you.

[@1-10-andmore]

Oh my!!! You've been reading my mind!! I've been wanting to know about the tulip. Thanks so much!! Edit: a bunch of my clovers kinda click too, I noticed that it seems the handle is slipping a little off the hook piece. These are my first hooks. So does this mean they are blown out? Its happening with my other sizes too??

[@HookedtotheLeft]

I think it is the adhesive agent on the ergonomic handle is loosening. I have only been feeling it on my 5.5mm, and only one of them, which is my most used (outside of the 8mm). Will this be a consistent flaw with them, I can't say - and I wonder if we reached out to Clover - how would they react? I can't say if this will happen with the Tulip - as I have had my Clovers for longer. I am sure I will have another update for this in a year or so LOL.

[@1-10-andmore]

@@HookedtotheLeft i have it with at least 5 of my hooks. Im not sure what to think. Wonder of some crazy glue will fix it. Think I will wait till they slip all the way out. We need to talk to a tulip user lol, to see if over time they have the same issue?? Either way, I liked the video, and thanks for taking your time to answer...🧶🧶🧶🧶♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@HookedtotheLeft]

@@1-10-andmore That is not good! I would definitely reach out to Clover. Here is a link to their 'contact us' page: www.clover-usa.com/en/content/35-contact_form

[@1-10-andmore]

@@HookedtotheLeft thank you so much. I still want to find a tulip user too, and find out if they have had this issue with their tulip hooks after a while of use. Im.gonna invest in some gorilla🦍 glue

[@johnoleary5293]

I came to crochet late in life and tried many different brands but always disliked the draggy sensation of the hook against the yarn. Then I came to both Clover and Tulip and I love them equally. They both glide through the yarn without a trace of friction. Now I won’t bother with any other brand.

[@HookedtotheLeft]

I agree completely

[@grammigurumi]

I wonder about the gold color wearing off? Of course that would be after years of use maybe, if it does happen

[@alshimaaabdelsamad7618]

I pencil grip and prefer the amour’s 😄

[@HookedtotheLeft]

I hear differently, but it is wonderful to read that a pencil grip crocheter likes the same ones that I do :-)

[@faceofantasy1194]

I loose. My clover hooks. Plan to grab a tulip hook tomorrow. In a larger size. Idk why but I’m nervous. Lol.

[@Usopp_Sogeki]

I have both and I feel everytime I work with tulip hook my works are slightly bigger than when I work with clover even though I use the same size, I'm not sure with my tension tho.

[@HookedtotheLeft]

It is definitely the hooks - there can sometimes be a significant difference in the same size hook, even with the same brand hook! That is why it is best to always start and finish a project with the same exact hook :-)

[@magdalenatrejo9178]

En donde los puedo comprar

[@chichaychichay]

I have tulip etimo for quite a while now (about 3 yrs). I have heavily used 3 through 4.5mm and if you are worried that the size marks would rub off, fret not. Unless you run a sandpaper on it, it will stay there even with heavy use. I had clover amour before and whilw it was comfortable to use i like how etimo fit my hand better.

[@HookedtotheLeft]

That is awesome feedback, thank you! It is good to know the sticker info won't rub off with consistent use. I do wish one or the other would make a line with longer handles - furls is the only one I have found that is longer and it is an inline hook - not my fave, but useable. Anyway - I digress! Thank you so much for letting us know this, it is valuable information.

[@Miinabi]

I got the tulips because of the color xD I didnt wanted colorful hooks

[@donnabarbour5358]

I heard the clover hooks are too heavy ??? Hurt your hands after you get going , ???

[@HookedtotheLeft]

I have not had that experience - I found them to be nice and light - especially with the bigger hooks

[@sandygrogg1203]

Clicking? NEVER…

[@ataylor340]

I love Tulip hooks. I'll never buy another Clover.

[@Dawn-Marie]

DO LIKE ME ... GET BOTH CLOVER & TULUP SETS ♡ ABSOLUTELY 💯% WORTH IT 👌 👏 🙌 😍 👍

[@HookedtotheLeft]

Hahaha - good plan!!

[@sandygrogg1203]

The stickers donBIT wear off. Mid the Tulips.

[@melihkadirunal1755]

Tulip etimo rose best hook better then clover not so good

[@bushrasew]

I like the tulip more

[@HookedtotheLeft]

Tulips are definitely a great hook - I keep mine as a back up for my clovers.

[@Unknownplsyer]

@@midlightfair6495 I agree, I have trouble picking up yarn using the tulip etimo rose hook. I'm a knife holder and I like to crochet tight. I do alot of amigurumi if that makes sense. I'm going to try the clover amour next to see how it goes.

[@impunitythebagpuss]

"Armour"...?

[@Michelle_Mayo]

Clover Amour hun... like the French word for love. Sounds like ahm-more. There's only an R at the end. Super cool that you're a leftie! There's so many lefties that struggle with learning to crochet, it's nice to see someone using the other hand. Totally going to check out your other videos.💕 I really like that you showed the hooks from both the front and profile perspectives. Clover looks like it leans slightly more towards an inline from the profile view, with the Tulip extending a smidge further. I'm a big fan of Susan Bates hooks, so that (and also the smooth glide and price point) really appeals to me. Since my stitches are tight, sometimes I struggle with the enlarged head of the Boye style of inline hooks. I do like them when I want a looser stitch though. Tapered seems to hold onto thicker yarn better too, in my opinion. You review much like I would, if I did that kind of thing... only I prefer the 5mm hooks. I won't hold that against ya, though. LOL Nice review!

[@Verrie77]

They are not called Clover Armour, they are called Amour.

[@bootsie280]

Wow, missing the point on the reviews…I’m a dolly and lace crocheter and besides confort I’m looking for overall stitch finishing…none of your reviews touched on the mate finished of the stitch…too shallow of a review.

[@sandygrogg1203]

I’ve never heard, or felt a click while using a Clover hook...

[@HookedtotheLeft]

Good! I have just had this happen when I am using my hook a LOT - and only on the 5.5mm so far, which of course is the most used one, lol

[@sofiablakey6454]

I purchased the Clover hooks through Amazon. To my disappointment, the lacked the nice lettering identifying the size of each hook! Also they came just wrapped in plastic, no Clover cover to identify the set. Since they looked like knockoffs. Very disappointed!!!!! 🤬🤬🤬🤬

[@HookedtotheLeft]

Oh no! My friend Julie had the SAME thing happen to her! SO fustrating!

[@DebraWomack]

Thank you for the review. I'm a newb (and using hooks from Wish).