Comparison Console
Leatherman Bolster vs SOG Baton Q3
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% 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.
SOG Baton Q3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 109% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Baton Q3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Baton Q3 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Baton Q3 stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 59% 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$94Most expensive
Weight
171.3 g (6.04 oz)Lightest
175 g (6.17 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
168 mm (6.61 in)Longest
Open length
152 mm (5.98 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
25.4 mm (1.00 in)Widest
16 mm (0.63 in)Narrowest
Thickness
12.7 mm (0.50 in)Thinnest
19 mm (0.75 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
AwlBottle OpenerFileKnifePliersScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverTin OpenerWire CutterRulerMetal FileNeedlenose PliersPhilips Driver
Plier type
Spring-action Pliers
Needle nose pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
OutdoorsCampingHomeWorkEveryday CarryLightweight UseGeneral Purpose Tasks
Everyday CarryBasic Wilderness And Urban EssentialsUrban Emergency Situations
Common praise
Lightweight And Compact DesignVersatile 13 Tools In OneDurable 420hc Stainless Steel ConstructionLocking Blade For SafetyIncluded Nylon SheathAffordable Price Point
Compact And Slim Design Similar To An Ink MarkerVaried, Useful Toolset For Different TasksQuality Aluminum HandleDurable Build With Lifetime Warranty
Common complaints
Lacks Some Specialized Tools Found In Higher End ModelsSome Users Wish For Smaller Size Or Additional Blades
Cannot Be Opened With One HandMay Lack Tools For Very Heavy Duty Tasks
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