Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge XTi vs Leatherman Fuse
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Fuse stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 28% 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$130Most expensive
US$94.7Cheapest
Weight
235.4 g (8.30 oz)Heaviest
169.2 g (5.97 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Open length
160 mm (6.30 in)
160 mm (6.30 in)
Dimensions
Width
39 mm (1.54 in)Highest
30.4 mm (1.20 in)Lowest
Thickness
18.9 mm (0.74 in)Thickest
15 mm (0.59 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
13Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersCrimper154 CM Clip-Point KnifeSerrated Knife with Gut HookSawWood/Metal FileDiamond-Coated FileTwo Large Bit DriversSmall Bit DriverLarge ScrewdriverRuler (8 inch / 203 mm)Bottle / Can OpenerWire StripperFixed Lanyard RingQuick-Release Lanyard RingRemovable Pocket ClipNine Double-Ended Bits
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersClip-Point KnifeScissorsLarge ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverRulerBottle/Can OpenerWire StripperLanyard Attachment
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Ambitious outdoorsmenDemanding professionalsEDC users wanting premium multitool features
EDC for indoor/outdoor/adventure useUsers needing a 13-in-1 multi-tool with locking bladesUsers requiring full-size pliers and a long clip-point blade
Common praise
High quality titanium handle construction for better gripPremium 154CM steel blade with good cutting performanceComprehensive toolset including two bit drivers and crimperWell designed pocket clip that snaps in easily and stays secure
Strong pliers with improved wider pivot for durabilityComfortable finger-grooved Zytel handle gripsLocking blades for safety and convenienceLong knife blade and screwdrivers for reach and utilityUseful assortment of tools covering common needs
Common complaints
Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionalityTool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
Scissors are smaller with shorter cutting stroke compared to previous modelsNo diamond file included, which some users expectSheath included is low quality, made of imitation leatherSlightly heavier and thicker handles than some similar tools
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