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Leatherman Blast vs SOG SwitchPlier
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 42% 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.
SOG SwitchPlier 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$74.95Cheapest
Weight
197.6 g (6.97 oz)Heaviest
179 g (6.31 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
155 mm (6.10 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
35 mm (1.38 in)Highest
31 mm (1.22 in)Lowest
Thickness
18 mm (0.71 in)Thinnest
24 mm (0.94 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
12Fewest 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)
PliersWire cutterKnife bladeScrewdriversFileRulerCan openerBottle openerAwlChiselFlat head screwdriverPhillips screwdriver
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
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
Outdoor tasksCampingFishingEveryday carryMulti-purpose 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
Compact and lightweightQuick one-handed pliers deploymentVersatile toolset covering common tasksSolid 420 stainless steel blade
Common complaints
Discontinued model, no current direct replacementHeavier than minimalistic compact multitoolsSome users may find it Spartan or less innovative compared to newer designs
Blade steel is basic 420 stainless, less premiumLack of pocket clipNo sheath included
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