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Leatherman Charge XTi vs Leatherman Signal

EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Leatherman Signal stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Leatherman Signal stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Leatherman Signal stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Leatherman Signal stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Leatherman Signal stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 8% 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.

Leatherman Charge XTi — Closed length: 102 mm (4.02 in)Leatherman Charge XTi — Open length: 160 mm (6.30 in)Leatherman Charge XTi — Weight: 235.4 g (8.30 oz)Leatherman Charge XTi — Retail price: US$130Leatherman Charge XTi — Thickness: 18.9 mm (0.74 in)Leatherman Charge XTi — Width: 39 mm (1.54 in)Leatherman Signal — Closed length: 114 mm (4.49 in)Leatherman Signal — Open length: 172 mm (6.77 in)Leatherman Signal — Weight: 213 g (7.51 oz)Leatherman Signal — Retail price: US$171Leatherman Signal — Thickness: 16 mm (0.63 in)Leatherman Signal — Width: 38 mm (1.50 in)Closed lengthOpen lengthWeightRetail priceThicknessWidth
Price & carry
Retail price
US$130Cheapest
US$171Most expensive
Weight
235.4 g (8.30 oz)Heaviest
213 g (7.51 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
114 mm (4.49 in)Longest
Open length
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
172 mm (6.77 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
39 mm (1.54 in)Highest
38 mm (1.50 in)Lowest
Thickness
18.9 mm (0.74 in)Thickest
16 mm (0.63 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
19
19
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 pliersReplaceable 154CM wire cutters (standard and hard-wire) with integrated wire stripper420HC combo blade (plain and serrated)420HC sawHammerAwl with thread loopCan openerBottle opener1/4" hex bit driver1/4" box wrench3/16" box wrenchCarabiner with spring-loaded gateFerrocerium fire-starting rodEmergency whistleDiamond-coated rod sharpenerReplaceable bit driverOutside-accessible blade and sawRemovable pocket clip
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Ambitious outdoorsmenDemanding professionalsEDC users wanting premium multitool features
Outdoor enthusiastsCampersHikersOverlandersPreparedness-minded 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
Durable stainless steel constructionComprehensive toolset for outdoor needsLocking tools for safetyIncludes survival features like fire starter and whistleOutside-accessible blade and saw for quick use
Common complaints
Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionalityTool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
Heavier than some compact multi-toolsNot specialized for heavy workshop tasks

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