Comparison Console
Leatherman Blast vs Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit X
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Blast stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Blast stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit X 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 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Blast stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% 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 X 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 X 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$145Most expensive
Weight
197.6 g (6.97 oz)Lightest
210 g (7.41 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)
35 mm (1.38 in)
Thickness
18 mm (0.71 in)
18 mm (0.71 in)
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 pliersCap crimperWire cutter for thin and soft wire up to 40 HRcHard wire cutterLarge bladeCan openerScrewdriver 3 mmBottle openerScrewdriver 6 mmCrate openerWire benderScrewdriver 2 mmReamer, punchPulling hookScissorsWood sawMetal sawMetal filePhillips screwdriver 1/2Chisel 7 mm and scraperWire stripper and scraperCable cover longitudinal cutterCable cover crossways cutterLanyard hole
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
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
EDC use requiring multiple integrated toolsPocket tool for quick fixes and adjustmentsElectronics, cable and wire cutting or stripping 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
Highly functional with many quality toolsErgonomic and compact designDurable steel constructionIncludes locking blade for safetyComes with a practical leather pouch
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-hand blade openingTools may be smaller compared to full-size counterpartsNot a replacement for a full toolkit