Comparison Console
Leatherman Blast vs Leatherman Raptor Response
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 325% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 325% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% 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$90.3Most expensive
US$79.95Cheapest
Weight
197.6 g (6.97 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
184.2 mm (7.25 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
35 mm (1.38 in)Lowest
43.2 mm (1.70 in)Highest
Thickness
18 mm (0.71 in)Thinnest
21.6 mm (0.85 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
4Fewest 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)
Folding medical shearsRing cutter5 cm rulerOxygen tank wrench
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
N/A
One-hand opening
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Full-sized multitool useComfortable grip with Zytel insertsHeavy duty buildAccess to a wide range of useful tools
Emergency medical professionalsUniformed medical professionalsEMTsFire professionalsFirst respondersTactical users
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
Effective cutting shears with micro-serrations for gripVersatile and focused toolset for emergency medical tasksCompact and lightweight for easy carryRobust stainless steel blades resistant to corrosionUseful specialized tools such as ring cutter and oxygen tank wrench
Common complaints
Discontinued model, no current direct replacementHeavier than minimalistic compact multitoolsSome users may find it Spartan or less innovative compared to newer designs
Lack of a robust locking mechanism when foldedPotential safety concern of accidental deployment when carried in pocketShears feel slightly loose initially
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