Comparison Console
Leatherman Bolster vs Victorinox Hiker
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Hiker stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Hiker stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Hiker stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Hiker stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Hiker stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the thinnest option for thickness, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Hiker stands out as the thickest option for thickness, with about a 30% 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$45Most expensive
US$34Cheapest
Weight
171.3 g (6.04 oz)Heaviest
77 g (2.72 oz)Lightest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Open length
152 mm (5.98 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
25.4 mm (1.00 in)
Unknown
Thickness
12.7 mm (0.50 in)Thinnest
16.5 mm (0.65 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
Large bladeSmall bladePhillips screwdriverCan openerSmall screwdriverBottle openerScrewdriverWire stripperReamerPunchSewing awlWood sawToothpickTweezersKey ring
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
HikingCampingBushcraftOutdoor adventures4 wheel drivingGeneral outdoor use
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designVersatile 13 tools in oneDurable 420HC stainless steel constructionLocking blade for safetyIncluded nylon sheathAffordable price point
Versatile toolset ideal for outdoor activitiesLightweight and compact designSolid Swiss craftsmanshipEffective wood saw and reliable blades
Common complaints
Lacks some specialized tools found in higher-end modelsSome users wish for smaller size or additional blades
Non-locking blades may limit heavy-duty cuttingNo pocket clip included