Comparison Console
Leatherman Blast vs Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX
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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Blast stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% 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$150Most expensive
Weight
197.6 g (6.97 oz)Lightest
208 g (7.34 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
105 mm (4.13 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
35 mm (1.38 in)Lowest
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
Thickness
18 mm (0.71 in)Thickest
17 mm (0.67 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
17Fewest tools
24Most 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 pliersWire cutter for thin and soft wire up to 40 HRcBlade, largeCan openerScrewdriver 3 mmBottle openerScrewdriver 6 mmCrate openerWire benderScrewdriver 2 mmReamer, punchPulling hookScissorsWood sawMetal sawMetal filePhillips screwdriver 1/2Chisel 7 mm and scraperCable cover longitudinal cutterCable cover crossways cutterWire stripper and scraperLanyard holeCoupling for corkscrew
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose 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
Everyday carryDIY useCamping and hikingOutdoor tasksTrade and crafts
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
Solid build quality with durable stainless steel constructionComprehensive toolset with practical and well-balanced toolsSmooth locking mechanisms and one-hand opening featureIncluded sheath fits wide belts securelySharp blades and sturdy saw teeth
Common complaints
Discontinued model, no current direct replacementHeavier than minimalistic compact multitoolsSome users may find it Spartan or less innovative compared to newer designs
Handles can be slippery when wet due to all stainless steel constructionInitial tool deployment requires familiarization