Leatherman Blast stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Curl stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Leatherman Curl stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Most expensive
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Lightest
Leatherman Blast stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Leatherman Curl stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fewest tools
Leatherman Curl stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Most tools
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Leatherman Blast stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Leatherman Curl stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 4% 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.
•Needlenose pliers•Regular pliers•Wire cutters•Hard-wire cutters•Wire strippers•Large locking blade•Wood saw•Metal file and saw•Scissors•Bottle/can opener with cutting notch•Phillips screwdriver•Medium screwdriver•Small screwdriver•Small bit driver•Lanyard ring•Ruler (on body)
•Needlenose pliers•Regular pliers•Hard wire cutters•Wire cutters•Wire stripper•420HC stainless steel knife (locking)•Large screwdriver bit (Phillips/slotted)•Scissors w/ spring action•Diamond-coated file (locking)•Can opener•Bottle opener•Awl with thread loop•Ruler (8-inch/19 cm)•Wood/metal file (same as diamond-coated file, opposite face)•Medium screwdriver
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Combination pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
▣Full-sized multitool use▣Comfortable grip with Zytel inserts▣Heavy duty build▣Access to a wide range of useful tools
▣Everyday carry▣Beginners looking for an affordable multi-tool▣Users wanting outside-accessible knife and file tools
Common praise
✓Comfortable Zytel handle inserts for grip✓Strong and durable build with stainless steel and locking tools✓Wide range of practical tools with good length✓Effective lock system and sturdy pliers
✓Affordable for first-time users✓Outside-accessible knife blade and file✓Lightweight and thin design✓Includes a large bit driver compatible with Leatherman bits✓Comes with sheath and pocket clip
Common complaints
⚠Discontinued model, no current direct replacement⚠Heavier than minimalistic compact multitools⚠Some users may find it Spartan or less innovative compared to newer designs
⚠Lacks fully locking tools on many implements⚠Missing serrated blade and wood saw compared to Wave⚠Non-replaceable wire cutter blades⚠Only two outside-accessible tools compared to four on higher-end models