Chiaogoo and HiyaHiya are Chinese companies that make knitting needles. This is a comparison between each one’s needles to help you decide which one is right for you.
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HiyaHiya Vs Chiaogoo Knitting Needle Comparison
The Differences & Similarities
Diameter
- HiyaHiya Sharps 4″ Small – US 2-8 (2.75mm – 5mm)
- HiyaHiya Sharps 4″ Large – US 9-15 (5.5mm – 10mm)
- Chiaogoo Lace Complete Set – US 2- 15 (2.75mm – 10mm)
- Chiaogoo offer shorties needle sets to create 9-inch lengths
Labeling
- None printed on the HiyaHiya needle tips
- Chiaogoo have sizes labeled on the shaft in small print
Tips
- HiyaHiya Sharps – Long and sharp
- Chiaogoo Lace – Long and sharp
Shaft
- HiyaHiya Sharps – Shiny, no drag
- Chiaogoo Lace – Slightly matte, no drag
Join
- HiyaHiya Sharps – Long taper, no catch
- Chiaogoo Lace – Long taper
Cable
- Hiya Hiya Sharps – Blue, flexible, and thin. Doesn’t kink, nor does it have a lifeline hole.
- Chiaogoo Lace – Multi-stranded, steel cable coated with red nylon. Flexible and doesn’t kink and has a life line.
Price
- Both the 5 inch Chiaogoo and Hiya Hiya needle sets are an investment. At the time of writing Chiaogoo was around $28 less than the price of the Hiya Hiya set.
For my full reviews on both these brands of needles, take a look at my posts on the range of Chiaogoo Needles and the range of Hiya Hiya Needles.
Which Interchangeable Knitting Needles Are Best- Chiaogoo or Hiya Hiya?
Interchangeable sets vary between the two brands. They’re very similar in many ways, but when compared the HiyaHiya needle tips are sharper than the Chiaogoo tips.
Many knitters would love to see a needle created with the HiyaHiya tips and the Chiaogoo Red Lace cables. They believe this would be a perfect combination.
Choosing the best is difficult as knitting needle choice comes down to a knitter’s preference. What knitting tools are preferred for knitting patterns projects. Below are the metal needles in the interchangeable sets for both brands.
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ChiaoGoo Red Twist Interchangeables
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Features
- Needle Sizes – 2 – 15 (US size), 2.75 – 10.00 (mm size)
- Cord Lengths – three small cables and three large cables to make 24-inch (60 cm), 32-inch (80 cm), and 40-inch (100 cm) circulars.
- Needles Tips Are 5″ Long.
- Accessories – easy-to-read, coded cable connectors, end stoppers, T-Shaped tightening keys, plastic ring stitch markers, a needle gauge, and a compact zipper-enclosed fabric case.
Pros
- These needle sets have sharp tapered points
- Lightweight
- Smooth surfaces
- Superior quality
- Cords have no memory and durable
Cons
- Some users experienced a coating on their cables. It can be removed with rubbing alcohol.
HiyaHiya Sharp 5“ Interchangeable Knitting Needles
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Features
- Needle Sizes – (2 US / 2.75 mm – 15 US / 10 mm )
- Cord Lengths – 4 cables (18″, 26″, 34″, 42″)
- Hiya Hiya Sharps Needles Tips Are 5″ Long.
- Made From – High-quality stainless steel
- Small Cable Connectors Tip Adapter, Small and Large Panda Stoppers, Small and Large Single Point Adapters, Puppy Snip, Darn Its, Knitters Safety Pins, Interchangeable Case Assorted fabric cases and Rubber Grips
Pros
- Super sharp tapered points
- Flexible swivel cables
- Yarn glides over the surface
Cons
- Some users found the screw connection loosened. I’d recommend tightening the screw join before starting your knitting.
Chiaogoo Fixed Circular Knitting Needles
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The Red Lace Circulars come in lengths of
- 16″ (40cm) – Needle Sizes US 000 (1.5mm) to US15 (10mm)
- 24″ (60cm) – US 000 (1.5mm) to US19 (15mm)
- 32″ (80cm) – US 000 (1.5mm) to US19 (15mm)
- 40″ (100cm) – US 000 (1.5mm) to US19 (15mm)
- 47″(120cm) – US 0 – (2mm) to US19 (15mm)
- 60″ (150cm) – US 0 – (2mm) to US19 (15mm)
The tips are 5” long made from surgical stainless steel. The red cables are memory-free, made from multi-strand steel, and nylon-coated.
Pros
- The points are beautifully tapered and sharp
- Cables are flexible and easy to work with
- Surface is smooth
- The yarn glides over without snagging
- Excellent for small, medium and large projects
Cons
- Probably not the best choice for beginners who’d prefer a bit of grip on their needle surface.
Hiya Hiya Fixed Circulars
HiyaHiya’s Fixed circulars are either steel, sharp steel or bamboo needles. The lengths vary with the different materials.
The points also vary. If you are looking for sharp points and you love knitting with metal needles, I’d highly recommend the Sharp Steel. You will need to be careful if you push the tips with your fingers.
If you suffer any pain in your hands from arthritis, I’d recommend the bamboo variety. They are more comfortable and you shouldn’t have problems of hand fatigue.
The 9 inch products are excellent for socks or sleeves.
Lengths –
Bamboo version – 9″, 16″, 24″, 32″, 40″ and 60″
Steel – 9″. 11″, 16″, 20″, 24″, 32″, 40″, 47″ and 60″
Sharp Steel – 9″, 12″, 16″, 24″, 32″ and 40″
ChiaoGoo Double-Pointed Needles
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Set of 5 Double Point needles, each 6″ (15cm) These are ChiaoGoo red (stainless steel) double point knitting needles.
Features
- Sizes – US 1 (2.25mm) – US 11 (8mm)
- Needles Are 6″ Long
Pros
- Easy to knit in the round
- Affordable
Cons
- Some may find the 6″ length a bit short if used to knitting on longer double pointed needles.
HiyaHiya 6″ Sharp Double Pointed Needle Set
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Features
- Sizes – 4 Sets of 5 needles in sizes 1, 1.5,2 and 2.5
- Needles Are 6″ Long.
Pros
- Smooth as silk surface
- Super sharp tips
Cons
- I wouldn’t recommend them for a beginner sock knitter. They’re super smooth and sharp. You might experience dropped and split stitches.
Conclusion
Chiaogoo and HiyaHiya are quite similar, so it’s hard to declare one is overall better than the other. In the end, it’s up to you to decide for yourself, based on your personal preference.
Both companies also offer crochet hooks if your a crocheter.
Which one do you prefer? I’d be interested to hear your thoughts.
