Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge Plus vs Leatherman Charge XTi
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight. Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the widest option for width, 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$189.95Most expensive
US$130Cheapest
Weight
235 g (8.29 oz)Lightest
235.4 g (8.30 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
30 mm (1.18 in)Lowest
39 mm (1.54 in)Highest
Thickness
19 mm (0.75 in)Thickest
18.9 mm (0.74 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
19
19
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersPremium replaceable wire cuttersPremium replaceable hard-wire cuttersElectrical crimperWire stripperS30V knife blade420HC serrated knife blade with integrated cutting hookSawSpring-action scissorsRuler (8 in | 19 cm)Can openerBottle openerWood/metal fileDiamond-coated fileLarge bit driverSmall reversible Phillips/slotted driverFolding medium slotted bit driverRemovable pocket clip
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersCrimper154 CM Clip-Point KnifeSerrated Knife with Gut HookSawWood/Metal FileDiamond-Coated FileTwo Large Bit DriversSmall Bit DriverLarge ScrewdriverRuler (8 inch / 203 mm)Bottle / Can OpenerWire StripperFixed Lanyard RingQuick-Release Lanyard RingRemovable Pocket ClipNine Double-Ended Bits
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Home fixesOutdoor tasksCampingTrail useGeneral cutting, carving, cookingWire cutting and electrical tasks
Ambitious outdoorsmenDemanding professionalsEDC users wanting premium multitool features
Common praise
Versatile with many tools in a compact formPremium steel blades (S30V and 420HC)Locking mechanisms for safetyReplaceable wire cuttersComfortable in hand despite tool countDurable and backed by 25-year warranty
High quality titanium handle construction for better gripPremium 154CM steel blade with good cutting performanceComprehensive toolset including two bit drivers and crimperWell designed pocket clip that snaps in easily and stays secure
Common complaints
Heavier than smaller multi-toolsHigher price point compared to simpler models
Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionalityTool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
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