The 10 Best Gaffer Tape

For a 90-foot roll, the AmazonBasics Black (about $13) is priced quite affordably, and it's also offered in white for a contrast. It's nonreflective, just as you'd expect from pricier options, making it fine for theater as well as home or office use.

In daylight, a piece of Shurtape P-661 (about $15) looks (and acts) like any other regular type. But in the dark, it glows with a soft lime green luminescence that catches the eye but doesn't stand out too much. Just know that you will pay extra for this fancy functionality.

For all those on a tight budget, the Eden Products Heavy Duty (around $10) may be more than sufficient. Conveniently, it's good enough to use indoors or outside and, although the adhesive is strong, it won't leave any unsightly residue behind.

The slim rolls in the GreyParrot 6-Pack (about $15) can be used to secure all sorts of things, in addition to wiring. They are made to be torn by hand, so you don't have to stop and grab scissors or a knife every time you need a new piece.

You will pay more for a roll of Devek Professional's Choice Premium (around $33) than for many ostensibly similar options, but you will be getting robust cloth and rubber with powerful adhesion. And with a tensile strength of 45 pounds, it is tough enough for just about anything.

A broad and bright white strip of XFasten Professional Grade (about $15) can help ensure secured wires are easily visible in almost all lighting conditions. It's a fine choice for setting up a stage prior to a performance or even for masking off areas when painting.

The five rolls in this package from Glow King (appx. $14) are perfect for marking exits or floor tracks, as well as for creating design elements that will shine brightly under a black light. Don't worry if you require a lot, because they come in lengths ranging from 18 to 60 feet.

If you're looking to save a little cash, but don't want to compromise on quality, then you might opt for this two-pack of Lockport 2-Inch (about $17). Both measure 30 yards, giving you a grand total of 180 feet, which should be enough to keep you working for a while.

At 1 inch wide and 11 mils thick, any roll of Pro Tapes Pro Gaff (appx. $12) offers both strength and versatility. It's strong enough to secure most wiring with a single strip and can withstand temperatures as high as 200 degrees Fahrenheit.

Gaffer Power Premium (about $17) is a professional grade product that can be found on movie sets, in theaters, and in workshops all over the world. Anywhere there are things that need to be safely secured, this thick, sturdy option can play a role.