Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge XTi vs Leatherman Surge
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Surge stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Surge stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Surge stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Surge stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Surge stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 13% 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$130Cheapest
US$159.95Most expensive
Weight
235.4 g (8.30 oz)Lightest
335 g (11.82 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
115 mm (4.53 in)Longest
Open length
160 mm (6.30 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
39 mm (1.54 in)Lowest
90 mm (3.54 in)Highest
Thickness
18.9 mm (0.74 in)Thinnest
44 mm (1.73 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
19Fewest tools
21Most 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
Full-size lockable bladesRegular pliersNeedlenose pliersWire cuttersWire strippersScissorsCan openerBottle openerWood fileMetal fileLarge driver bitSmall driver bitPhillips #1-2 screwdriver bitsFlat tip screwdriver bitsExtra strong scissorsReplaceable 154CM wire cuttersOutside-opening bladesUnique blade exchanger for saw and fileFour outside-opening bladesLarge and small bit driversLanyard ring
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Ambitious outdoorsmenDemanding professionalsEDC users wanting premium multitool features
Heavy-duty multipurpose tasksHome improvementsCar workBike workSurvival tasksDIY tasksAdventurous explorers and survivalists
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
Large selection of toolsHigh build qualityStrong pliers and scissorsEasy-to-use locksInterchangeable saw and file bladesQuick access to outside-opening blades
Common complaints
Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionalityTool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
Heavy weight relative to smaller multi-toolsLarge size may be bulky for some users
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