Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge Plus vs SOG PowerLock V-Cutter
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 14% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock 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 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 V-Cutter stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock 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 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)Thickest
18.5 mm (0.73 in)Thinnest
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
Needlenose PliersLarge ScrewdriverWire CuttersPartially Serrated BladeV CutterCrimpersBuilt In RulerCan Opener With Fine ScrewdriverBottle Opener With Screwdriver1/4 Inch Drive For Driver BitsPhillips ScrewdriverWood SawFine/coarse FileAwl
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Compound-leverage pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Home FixesOutdoor TasksCampingTrail UseGeneral Cutting, Carving, CookingWire Cutting And Electrical Tasks
Outdoor UseFirst RespondersDiy EnthusiastsField WorkHeavy Duty 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
Ergonomic Pivoting Handle Covers Reduce Hand FatigueDurable Stainless Steel Construction With Corrosion ResistanceVersatile Tool Set Suitable For A Wide Range Of TasksSecure Locking Mechanism For Safe Tool UseIncluded Nylon Sheath For Convenient Carrying
Common complaints
Heavier Than Smaller Multi ToolsHigher Price Point Compared To Simpler Models
Weight And Size May Be Bulky For Minimalist EDC UsersNo Explicit One Handed Opening Specification
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