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Leatherman Charge Plus vs SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter
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, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 137% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% 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$79.99Cheapest
Weight
235 g (8.29 oz)Lightest
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
30 mm (1.18 in)Narrowest
58 mm (2.28 in)Widest
Thickness
19 mm (0.75 in)
19 mm (0.75 in)
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
18Fewest 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
Pliers/gripperHard Wire CutterWire CrimperBlast Cap CrimperDouble Toothed Wood SawHalf Serrated BladeThree Sided FileLarge Flat ScrewdriverMedium Flat ScrewdriverSmall Flat ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverRulerAwlV CutterBottle OpenerCan Opener1/4 Inch DriverLanyard Hole
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Home FixesOutdoor TasksCampingTrail UseGeneral Cutting, Carving, CookingWire Cutting And Electrical Tasks
Cutting Tasks Requiring Strong LeverageElectrical And Wire WorkOutdoor And Camping UseExplosive Ordnance Disposal Tasks
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
Powerful Compound Leverage Pliers For Easy Cutting And GrippingWide Selection Of Useful ToolsDurable Build For Heavy Duty UseIncluded Nylon Sheath And Pocket Clip For Easy Carry
Common complaints
Heavier Than Smaller Multi ToolsHigher Price Point Compared To Simpler Models
Deployment Of Individual Tools Can Be Cumbersome As Multiple Tools May Move TogetherLock Mechanism Has Some Looseness Causing Tool WiggleSmaller Tools Like File And Phillips Driver May Be Prone To Rust Without Maintenance
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