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Leatherman Bolster vs Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare

EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Leatherman Bolster stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 534% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Leatherman Bolster stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Narrowest

Leatherman Bolster stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.

Widest

Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 120% 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.

Leatherman Bolster — Closed length: 97 mm (3.82 in)Leatherman Bolster — Weight: 171.3 g (6.04 oz)Leatherman Bolster — Retail price: US$45Leatherman Bolster — Thickness: 12.7 mm (0.50 in)Leatherman Bolster — Width: 25.4 mm (1.00 in)Leatherman Bolster — Tool count: 13Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare — Closed length: 82 mm (3.23 in)Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare — Weight: 27 g (0.95 oz)Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare — Retail price: US$46Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare — Thickness: 5 mm (0.20 in)Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare — Width: 56 mm (2.20 in)Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare — Tool count: 13Closed lengthWeightRetail priceThicknessWidthTool count
Price & carry
Retail price
US$45Cheapest
US$46Most expensive
Weight
171.3 g (6.04 oz)Heaviest
27 g (0.95 oz)Lightest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
82 mm (3.23 in)Shortest
Open length
152 mm (5.98 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
25.4 mm (1.00 in)Lowest
56 mm (2.20 in)Highest
Thickness
12.7 mm (0.50 in)Thickest
5 mm (0.20 in)Thinnest
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
Glass nail fileScissorsScrewdriver 3 mmScrewdriver 5 mmPhillips screwdriver 00/0Phillips screwdriver 1/2Magnifying glassRuler (cm)Ruler (in)PinTweezersToothpickPressurized ballpoint pen
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
Everyday carryPersonal care and groomingTravel-friendly multitoolLightweight compact toolset
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designVersatile 13 tools in oneDurable 420HC stainless steel constructionLocking blade for safetyIncluded nylon sheathAffordable price point
Extremely compact and lightweight for everyday carry.Includes useful nail care tools such as a durable glass nail file and scissors.Versatile toolset for many light tasks beyond grooming.Well-made with Swiss precision and lifetime warranty.Travel and workspace friendly blade-less design.
Common complaints
Lacks some specialized tools found in higher-end modelsSome users wish for smaller size or additional blades
Not suitable for tasks requiring a knife blade.Limited functionality for heavy duty or outdoor applications.Lacks locking mechanisms or one-handed openings.