Comparison Console
Leatherman Bolster vs Leatherman Fuse
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse 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$45Cheapest
US$94.7Most expensive
Weight
171.3 g (6.04 oz)Heaviest
169.2 g (5.97 oz)Lightest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
Open length
152 mm (5.98 in)Shortest
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
25.4 mm (1.00 in)Lowest
30.4 mm (1.20 in)Highest
Thickness
12.7 mm (0.50 in)Thinnest
15 mm (0.59 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
13
13
Tools
Spring-action needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersWire stripper420HC knifeSerrated knifeWood/metal fileCan openerBottle openerRuler (1.5 in | 3.8 cm)Phillips screwdriverMedium screwdriverSmall screwdriver
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersClip-Point KnifeScissorsLarge ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverRulerBottle/Can OpenerWire StripperLanyard Attachment
Plier type
Spring-action Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
OutdoorsCampingHomeWorkEveryday carryLightweight useGeneral purpose tasks
EDC for indoor/outdoor/adventure useUsers needing a 13-in-1 multi-tool with locking bladesUsers requiring full-size pliers and a long clip-point blade
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designVersatile 13 tools in oneDurable 420HC stainless steel constructionLocking blade for safetyIncluded nylon sheathAffordable price point
Strong pliers with improved wider pivot for durabilityComfortable finger-grooved Zytel handle gripsLocking blades for safety and convenienceLong knife blade and screwdrivers for reach and utilityUseful assortment of tools covering common needs
Common complaints
Lacks some specialized tools found in higher-end modelsSome users wish for smaller size or additional blades
Scissors are smaller with shorter cutting stroke compared to previous modelsNo diamond file included, which some users expectSheath included is low quality, made of imitation leatherSlightly heavier and thicker handles than some similar tools