Comparison Console
Leatherman Blast vs Victorinox Bantam Alox
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 240% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 147% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 581% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 240% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 21% 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$36.57Cheapest
Weight
197.6 g (6.97 oz)Heaviest
29 g (1.02 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
84 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
35 mm (1.38 in)Highest
23.55 mm (0.93 in)Lowest
Thickness
18 mm (0.71 in)Thickest
6.85 mm (0.27 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
5Fewest 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)
Large bladeCombination opener (bottle/can opener with 5 mm screwdriver)Wire stripper
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
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
Everyday carryEDCLightweight and compact useBasic multifunction tasks
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
Ultralight and slim profileMulti-functional 84/91 Combo tool with opener, screwdriver, and wire stripperHigh quality stainless steel bladeDurable anodized aluminum handle scalesExcellent value for price
Common complaints
Discontinued model, no current direct replacementHeavier than minimalistic compact multitoolsSome users may find it Spartan or less innovative compared to newer designs
No locking blade, slipjoint onlyLimited tool count and functions compared to larger multitoolsNo back tools such as tweezers or toothpickScrewdriver tip limited to flathead and not ideal for Phillips