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Leatherman Bolster vs SOG PowerPlier S44
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% 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.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the longest option for closed 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$58Most expensive
Weight
171.3 g (6.04 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
Open length
152 mm (5.98 in)
152 mm (5.98 in)
Dimensions
Width
25.4 mm (1.00 in)
Unknown
Thickness
12.7 mm (0.50 in)
Unknown
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 pliersWire cuttersPartially serrated bladeSmall flathead screwdriverLarge flathead screwdriverPhillips screwdriverFileCan openerBottle openerAwlRulersLanyardSocket driver
Plier type
Spring-action Pliers
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
OutdoorsCampingHomeWorkEveryday carryLightweight useGeneral purpose tasks
Everyday carryLight repair tasksMulti-tool functionalityPortable on-the-go use
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designVersatile 13 tools in oneDurable 420HC stainless steel constructionLocking blade for safetyIncluded nylon sheathAffordable price point
Effective compound leverage increases gripping forceCompact and lightweight for easy carryIncludes diverse essential toolsOne-handed opening mechanism
Common complaints
Lacks some specialized tools found in higher-end modelsSome users wish for smaller size or additional blades
Discontinued model, potentially limited availabilityNo integrated pocket clip for carry
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