Comparison Console
Leatherman Blast vs Leatherman OHT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Blast stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Blast stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman OHT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman OHT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman OHT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman OHT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% 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$118.9Most expensive
Weight
197.6 g (6.97 oz)Lightest
280.99 g (9.91 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
168.275 mm (6.63 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
35 mm (1.38 in)
Unknown
Thickness
18 mm (0.71 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
16Fewest 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 PliersSpring Loaded Wire CuttersHard Wire CuttersFine Edge Knife BladeSerrated Knife BladeWood SawSmall Flathead ScrewdriverMedium Flathead ScrewdriverLarge Flathead ScrewdriverPhillips Head ScrewdriverCan OpenerBottle OpenerOxygen Tank WrenchStrap CutterCleaning Rod Attachment
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
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
One Handed OperationQuick Access To Multiple ToolsOutdoor UseOn Site JobsHome Use
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
Easy One Handed Opening And Tool DeploymentSpring Loaded Pliers Reduce Hand FatigueClear Imprinted Tool Locations For Quick IdentificationSecure Tool Locks For SafetyVersatile Tool Set For Various Tasks
Common complaints
Discontinued Model, No Current Direct ReplacementHeavier Than Minimalistic Compact MultitoolsSome Users May Find It Spartan Or Less Innovative Compared To Newer Designs
Some Users Find Multitool Weight Somewhat HeavyLimited Information On Blade Steel Quality Beyond 420hc Stainless Steel
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