Comparison Console
Leatherman Bolster vs Victorinox EvoWood 17
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 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.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 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 EvoWood 17 stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 2% 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$55Most expensive
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
149 mm (5.87 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
25.4 mm (1.00 in)Lowest
28 mm (1.10 in)Highest
Thickness
12.7 mm (0.50 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 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
BladeNail fileNail cleanerScissorsCan openerSmall screwdriverLarge locking screwdriverCap lifterWire stripperWood sawCorkscrewPunch/reamerKeyring
Plier type
Spring-action Pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
OutdoorsCampingHomeWorkEveryday carryLightweight useGeneral purpose tasks
General everyday carryLight outdoor tasksCamping and hiking supportSmall cutting tasks
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designVersatile 13 tools in oneDurable 420HC stainless steel constructionLocking blade for safetyIncluded nylon sheathAffordable price point
Well made with quality materialsElegant walnut wood handle adds classSharp blade and reliable scissorsCompact toolset with many practical functionsComfortable ergonomic handle design
Common complaints
Lacks some specialized tools found in higher-end modelsSome users wish for smaller size or additional blades
Tool thickness notable for pocket carryNo pocket clip includedTools require two hands to openWood handle may be sensitive to water exposure