Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% 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.
•Needlenose Pliers•Regular Pliers•Wire Cutters•Hard-Wire Cutters•Wire Stripper•154CM Stainless Steel Clip-Point Blade•420HC Serrated Blade•Saw•Spring-Action Scissors•8 inch (19 cm) Ruler•Can Opener•Bottle Opener•Wood/Metal File•Diamond-Coated File•Large Bit Driver•Small Bit Driver•Large Screwdriver•Wire Crimper•Fixed Lanyard Ring
•Needlenose Pliers•Regular Pliers•Wire Cutters•Hard-Wire Cutters•Crimper•154 CM Clip-Point Knife•Serrated Knife with Gut Hook•Saw•Wood/Metal File•Diamond-Coated File•Two Large Bit Drivers•Small Bit Driver•Large Screwdriver•Ruler (8 inch / 203 mm)•Bottle / Can Opener•Wire Stripper•Fixed Lanyard Ring•Quick-Release Lanyard Ring•Removable Pocket Clip•Nine Double-Ended Bits
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC multitool use▣Camping and outdoor tasks▣Bike touring and repair▣Precision and durable cutting tasks
▣Ambitious outdoorsmen▣Demanding professionals▣EDC users wanting premium multitool features
Common praise
✓Extensive tool set covering many functions✓Durable titanium handle scales and stainless steel build✓One-handed accessibility to tools✓Includes premium 154CM steel main blade✓Compact size with comparatively light weight for multitools
✓High quality titanium handle construction for better grip✓Premium 154CM steel blade with good cutting performance✓Comprehensive toolset including two bit drivers and crimper✓Well designed pocket clip that snaps in easily and stays secure
Common complaints
⚠Titanium handles provide no structural strength benefit, mainly aesthetic⚠Serrated blade uses standard stainless steel not premium steel⚠Scissors are smaller new generation design, some prefer older folding scissors design
⚠Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionality⚠Tool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models