Comparison Console
Leatherman Bolster vs Victorinox Evolution S17
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 1% 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$45
US$45
Weight
171.3 g (6.04 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Open length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
25.4 mm (1.00 in)Highest
23 mm (0.91 in)Lowest
Thickness
12.7 mm (0.50 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
13Fewest tools
15Most tools
Tools
Spring-action needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersWire stripper420HC knifeSerrated knifeWood/metal fileCan openerBottle openerRuler (1.5 in | 3.8 cm)Phillips screwdriverMedium screwdriverSmall screwdriver
Large bladeNail fileNail cleanerScissorsCan openerSmall screwdriverCap lifterLarge locking screwdriverWire stripperWood sawCorkscrewPunch/reamerKeyringScale
Plier type
Spring-action Pliers
N/A
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
OutdoorsCampingHomeWorkEveryday carryLightweight useGeneral purpose tasks
Everyday carryWoodworking tasksSmall repairsCamping
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designVersatile 13 tools in oneDurable 420HC stainless steel constructionLocking blade for safetyIncluded nylon sheathAffordable price point
Compact and ergonomic design with wooden handleMulti-functionality with 15 toolsLightweight and easy to carryQuality Swiss stainless steel blade
Common complaints
Lacks some specialized tools found in higher-end modelsSome users wish for smaller size or additional blades
Lack of detailed specification on locking mechanism and opening methodNo pocket clip or sheath included noted
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