Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter 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 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Fewest tools
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Most tools
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% 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.
•Needlenose Pliers•Regular Pliers•Wire Cutters•Hard-Wire Cutters•Crimper•154 CM Clip-Point Knife•Serrated Knife with Gut Hook•Saw•Wood/Metal File•Diamond-Coated File•Two Large Bit Drivers•Small Bit Driver•Large Screwdriver•Ruler (8 inch / 203 mm)•Bottle / Can Opener•Wire Stripper•Fixed Lanyard Ring•Quick-Release Lanyard Ring•Removable Pocket Clip•Nine Double-Ended Bits
▣Ambitious outdoorsmen▣Demanding professionals▣EDC users wanting premium multitool features
▣Cutting tasks requiring strong leverage▣Electrical and wire work▣Outdoor and camping use▣Explosive ordnance disposal tasks
Common praise
✓High quality titanium handle construction for better grip✓Premium 154CM steel blade with good cutting performance✓Comprehensive toolset including two bit drivers and crimper✓Well designed pocket clip that snaps in easily and stays secure
✓Powerful compound leverage pliers for easy cutting and gripping✓Wide selection of useful tools✓Durable build for heavy duty use✓Included nylon sheath and pocket clip for easy carry
Common complaints
⚠Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionality⚠Tool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
⚠Deployment of individual tools can be cumbersome as multiple tools may move together⚠Lock mechanism has some looseness causing tool wiggle⚠Smaller tools like file and Phillips driver may be prone to rust without maintenance