Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. 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
Cheapest
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length.
Longest
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the longest option for closed length.
Shortest
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the longest option for open length, 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•Premium replaceable wire cutters•Premium replaceable hard-wire cutters•Electrical crimper•Wire stripper•S30V knife blade•420HC serrated knife blade with cutting hook•Saw•Spring-action scissors•Ruler (8 in / 19 cm)•Can opener•Bottle opener•Wood/Metal file•Diamond-coated file•Large bit driver•Small bit driver•Medium screwdriver•Removable pocket clip
•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
Folding 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 (every day carry)▣Automotive repairs▣Outdoor and backcountry use▣Household fixes▣Camping and trail use
▣Ambitious outdoorsmen▣Demanding professionals▣EDC users wanting premium multitool features
Common praise
✓Wide range of tools covering almost any task✓Premium materials such as titanium handles and S30V steel blades✓Replaceable wire cutters for durability✓Locking mechanisms for safety and strength✓Compact size despite having many tools✓Versatile bit driver system with included bits
✓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
⚠Relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools⚠Expensive price point⚠Proprietary bit driver design limits some larger bit compatibility⚠Some models recalled for knife blade closure defect⚠Scissors can be difficult and somewhat dangerous to access
⚠Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionality⚠Tool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models