Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge TTi vs Victorinox Bantam Alox
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 280% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 420% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 770% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 280% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 21% 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$36.57Cheapest
Weight
252.19 g (8.90 oz)Heaviest
29 g (1.02 oz)Lightest
Closed length
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Longest
84 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
Open length
158.75 mm (6.25 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
30.48 mm (1.20 in)Highest
23.55 mm (0.93 in)Lowest
Thickness
19.3 mm (0.76 in)Thickest
6.85 mm (0.27 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
5Fewest 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
Large bladeCombination opener (bottle/can opener with 5 mm screwdriver)Wire stripper
Plier type
Folding pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
EDC (every day carry)Automotive repairsOutdoor and backcountry useHousehold fixesCamping and trail use
Everyday carryEDCLightweight and compact useBasic multifunction 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
Ultralight and slim profileMulti-functional 84/91 Combo tool with opener, screwdriver, and wire stripperHigh quality stainless steel bladeDurable anodized aluminum handle scalesExcellent value for price
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
No locking blade, slipjoint onlyLimited tool count and functions compared to larger multitoolsNo back tools such as tweezers or toothpickScrewdriver tip limited to flathead and not ideal for Phillips