Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge Plus vs Leatherman MUT EOD
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 25% 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$189.95Cheapest
US$229.95Most expensive
Weight
235 g (8.29 oz)Lightest
317.5 g (11.20 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
189.2 mm (7.45 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
30 mm (1.18 in)Lowest
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
Thickness
19 mm (0.75 in)Thinnest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
15Fewest tools
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 PliersPremium Replaceable Fuse-wire CuttersMilitary Performance Spec Cap CrimperElectrical Crimper420HC Combo KnifeSawReplaceable Cutting HookHammerBolt Override ToolReplaceable C4 PunchReplaceable Bronze Carbon Scraper#8-32 Cleaning Rod/Brush AdaptersCarabiner/Bottle OpenerLarge Bit DriverStranded-wire Cutters
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
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
EOD and bomb squad operationsMilitary and tactical useJobs requiring multiple specialized toolsUsers needing a rugged multi-tool with replaceable parts
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
Comprehensive toolset tailored for EOD and tactical tasksRobust build quality with replaceable componentsOne-hand operable features and accessible tools while closedIncludes pocket clip for easy carry
Common complaints
Heavier than smaller multi-toolsHigher price point compared to simpler models
Relatively heavy compared to standard multitoolsHigher price point due to specialized featuresSome tools may be overkill for casual users