As the name suggests, you can cut your strings. But if you want you can cut other stuff. It works good, cuts strings, cable ties and also small diameter wires. For home usage its completely fine. The only thing what i would like to change on it are the grips, for something more ergonomic. But hey, its not so expensive and you are not using it on everyday base, so its fine. If you need a professional tool, you are buying something else.