Comparison Console
Leatherman ARC vs Leatherman Charge Ti
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman ARC stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman ARC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman ARC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman ARC stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman ARC stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$249.95Most expensive
US$173Cheapest
Weight
244 g (8.61 oz)Heaviest
238 g (8.40 oz)Lightest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
164 mm (6.46 in)Longest
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
33 mm (1.30 in)
Unknown
Thickness
17 mm (0.67 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
20Most tools
19Fewest tools
Tools
MagnaCut Knife BladeNeedlenose PliersRegular PliersLarge Bit DriverDiamond-coated FileSmall Bit DriverWood/Metal FilePry ToolPremium Replaceable Wire CuttersPremium Replaceable Hard-wire CuttersImpact SurfaceLarge ScrewdriverBottle OpenerCan OpenerAwlSpring-action ScissorsSawWire StripperElectrical CrimperEdge File
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersWire Stripper154CM Stainless Steel Clip-Point Blade420HC Serrated BladeSawSpring-Action Scissors8 inch (19 cm) RulerCan OpenerBottle OpenerWood/Metal FileDiamond-Coated FileLarge Bit DriverSmall Bit DriverLarge ScrewdriverWire CrimperFixed Lanyard Ring
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
No
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor workEveryday carryRepair tasksHard outdoor jobs
EDC multitool useCamping and outdoor tasksBike touring and repairPrecision and durable cutting tasks
Common praise
High blade quality and edge retention due to MagnaCut steelVersatile toolset with 20 locking toolsSmooth one-handed opening and operationDurable PVD/DLC coatingComfortable and secure handling
Extensive tool set covering many functionsDurable titanium handle scales and stainless steel buildOne-handed accessibility to toolsIncludes premium 154CM steel main bladeCompact size with comparatively light weight for multitools
Common complaints
No sheath includedPremium price point might be high for some users
Titanium handles provide no structural strength benefit, mainly aestheticSerrated blade uses standard stainless steel not premium steelScissors are smaller new generation design, some prefer older folding scissors design