Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge TTi vs SOG PowerLock
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge TTi 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 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 138% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock 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$190Most expensive
US$80Cheapest
Weight
252.19 g (8.90 oz)Lightest
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Open length
158.75 mm (6.25 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
30.48 mm (1.20 in)Lowest
58 mm (2.28 in)Highest
Thickness
19.3 mm (0.76 in)Thickest
19 mm (0.75 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 cutting hookSawSpring-action scissorsRuler (8 in / 19 cm)Can openerBottle openerWood/Metal fileDiamond-coated fileLarge bit driverSmall bit driverMedium screwdriverRemovable pocket clip
PliersNeedle nose pliersWire crimperHard wire cutterAwlFile (three-sided)GripperBlasting cap crimperBolt grip channelBottle openerCan openerLarge flat screwdriverMedium flat screwdriverSmall flat screwdriverPhilips screwdriverQuarter-inch driverWood saw (double-tooth)V-cutter
Plier type
Folding pliers
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
EDC (every day carry)Automotive repairsOutdoor and backcountry useHousehold fixesCamping and trail use
CuttingGrippingPersonal careWork requiring pliers with compound leverageElectrical use including wire cutting and crimpingGeneral EDC tasks
Common praise
Wide range of tools covering almost any taskPremium materials such as titanium handles and S30V steel bladesReplaceable wire cutters for durabilityLocking mechanisms for safety and strengthCompact size despite having many toolsVersatile bit driver system with included bits
Powerful compound leverage pliers that open quickly and provide twice the cutting power18 essential tools in a robust, reliable packageAffordable price point compared to similar multitoolsDurable construction with reliable locking mechanism
Common complaints
Relatively heavy compared to smaller multitoolsExpensive price pointProprietary bit driver design limits some larger bit compatibilitySome models recalled for knife blade closure defectScissors can be difficult and somewhat dangerous to access
Larger size and weight compared to more compact EDC multitoolsTools require opening pliers first to access, reducing quick single-hand tool accessWire cutting blades do not have user-replaceable insertsSome risk of knuckle injury when opening pliers quickly
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