Comparison Console
Leatherman Bolster vs Victorinox Skipper Pro
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 5% 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. Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 38% 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.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% 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$93.53Most expensive
Weight
171.3 g (6.04 oz)Lightest
180 g (6.35 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Open length
152 mm (5.98 in)Shortest
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
25.4 mm (1.00 in)
Unknown
Thickness
12.7 mm (0.50 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
13Fewest tools
18Most 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
Lock blade (serrated)CorkscrewCan opener with small screwdriverBottle opener with screwdriverWire insulation removerPuncher/reamerKey ringTweezersToothpickKnot loosener with spike (marlin spike)PliersWire cutterWire benderPhillips screwdriverLanyardShackle openerWire crimping toolLanyard
Plier type
Spring-action Pliers
Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
OutdoorsCampingHomeWorkEveryday carryLightweight useGeneral purpose tasks
Sailing and marine useEveryday carry for sailorsTasks requiring multiple tools in nautical environment
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designVersatile 13 tools in oneDurable 420HC stainless steel constructionLocking blade for safetyIncluded nylon sheathAffordable price point
Robust and reliable toolset for sailing and marine tasksGood quality stainless steel blade and toolsSecure locking bladesCompact yet comprehensive tool selection
Common complaints
Lacks some specialized tools found in higher-end modelsSome users wish for smaller size or additional blades
No pocket clip for easy carryNot designed for one-handed openingRelatively heavy compared to smaller multitools