Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Leatherman MUT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Leatherman MUT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Fewest tools
Leatherman MUT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Most tools
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Leatherman MUT 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.
•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
•Pliers•Wire cutters with replaceable blades•Electrician's crimping pliers•Knife with combined blade•Saw•Cutting hook•Hammer•Bolt override tool•Bronze carbon scraper•Cleaning brush adapter•Firearm disassembly punch•Large bit adapter
Plier type
Folding pliers
Special military combination pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC (every day carry)▣Automotive repairs▣Outdoor and backcountry use▣Household fixes▣Camping and trail use
▣Firearm maintenance▣Military gear maintenance▣Civilian and military firearm users▣Tactical and outdoor use
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
✓Durable and robust build quality✓Includes specialized firearm maintenance tools✓One-hand opening for ease of use✓Includes replaceable wire cutter blades✓Versatile with 16 tools in one
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
⚠Relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools⚠Larger size may not be ideal for all-day carry⚠Some specialized tools may be unnecessary for non-firearm users