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Leatherman Charge XTi vs Leatherman Raptor Response
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 375% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 375% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Raptor Response stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% 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$79.95Cheapest
Weight
235.4 g (8.30 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
Open length
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
184.2 mm (7.25 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
39 mm (1.54 in)Lowest
43.2 mm (1.70 in)Highest
Thickness
18.9 mm (0.74 in)Thinnest
21.6 mm (0.85 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
4Fewest 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
Folding medical shearsRing cutter5 cm rulerOxygen tank wrench
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
N/A
One-hand opening
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Unknown
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Ambitious outdoorsmenDemanding professionalsEDC users wanting premium multitool features
Emergency medical professionalsUniformed medical professionalsEMTsFire professionalsFirst respondersTactical users
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
Effective cutting shears with micro-serrations for gripVersatile and focused toolset for emergency medical tasksCompact and lightweight for easy carryRobust stainless steel blades resistant to corrosionUseful specialized tools such as ring cutter and oxygen tank wrench
Common complaints
Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionalityTool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
Lack of a robust locking mechanism when foldedPotential safety concern of accidental deployment when carried in pocketShears feel slightly loose initially
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