Comparison Console
Leatherman Blast vs Leatherman Fuse
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Blast stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 1% 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$90.3Cheapest
US$94.7Most expensive
Weight
197.6 g (6.97 oz)Heaviest
169.2 g (5.97 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
35 mm (1.38 in)Widest
30.4 mm (1.20 in)Narrowest
Thickness
18 mm (0.71 in)Thickest
15 mm (0.59 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
13Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard Wire CuttersWire StrippersLarge Locking BladeWood SawMetal File And SawScissorsBottle/can Opener With Cutting NotchPhillips ScrewdriverMedium ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverSmall Bit DriverLanyard RingRuler (on Body)
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard Wire CuttersClip Point KnifeScissorsLarge ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverRulerBottle/can OpenerWire StripperLanyard Attachment
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Full Sized Multitool UseComfortable Grip With Zytel InsertsHeavy Duty BuildAccess To A Wide Range Of Useful Tools
EDC For Indoor/outdoor/adventure UseUsers Needing A 13 In 1 Multi Tool With Locking BladesUsers Requiring Full Size Pliers And A Long Clip Point Blade
Common praise
Comfortable Zytel Handle Inserts For GripStrong And Durable Build With Stainless Steel And Locking ToolsWide Range Of Practical Tools With Good LengthEffective Lock System And Sturdy Pliers
Strong Pliers With Improved Wider Pivot For DurabilityComfortable Finger Grooved Zytel Handle GripsLocking Blades For Safety And ConvenienceLong Knife Blade And Screwdrivers For Reach And UtilityUseful Assortment Of Tools Covering Common Needs
Common complaints
Discontinued Model, No Current Direct ReplacementHeavier Than Minimalistic Compact MultitoolsSome Users May Find It Spartan Or Less Innovative Compared To Newer Designs
Scissors Are Smaller With Shorter Cutting Stroke Compared To Previous ModelsNo Diamond File Included, Which Some Users ExpectSheath Included Is Low Quality, Made Of Imitation LeatherSlightly Heavier And Thicker Handles Than Some Similar Tools
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