Comparison Console
Leatherman Blast vs Leatherman Skeletool SX
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 5% 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$90.3
Unknown
Weight
197.6 g (6.97 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
107 mm (4.21 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
35 mm (1.38 in)Widest
33 mm (1.30 in)Narrowest
Thickness
18 mm (0.71 in)Thickest
16 mm (0.63 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
8Fewest 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)
Needle Nose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard Wire Cutters420hc Combo Knife BladeCarabiner/bottle OpenerDiamond Coated FileLarge Bit Driver
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle nose and regular pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Full Sized Multitool UseComfortable Grip With Zytel InsertsHeavy Duty BuildAccess To A Wide Range Of Useful Tools
SnowboardersOutdoor UseEveryday Carry
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
Lightweight And Compact DesignWell Selected Range Of Useful ToolsBlade Locks Firmly For SafetyUseful For Snowboarding And General Outdoor Use
Common complaints
Discontinued Model, No Current Direct ReplacementHeavier Than Minimalistic Compact MultitoolsSome Users May Find It Spartan Or Less Innovative Compared To Newer Designs
Does Not Support One Handed Opening
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