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Leatherman Charge XTi vs SOG ToolClip
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SOG ToolClip stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% 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. 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 Charge XTi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG ToolClip stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG ToolClip stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG ToolClip 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 Charge XTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG ToolClip stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 31% 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$169.95Most expensive
Weight
235.4 g (8.30 oz)Heaviest
206 g (7.27 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
Open length
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
210 mm (8.27 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
39 mm (1.54 in)Highest
36 mm (1.42 in)Lowest
Thickness
18.9 mm (0.74 in)Thickest
17 mm (0.67 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
Full jaw pliers with grippers and wire cuttersSpear point bladeBottle openerLarge screwdriverWire stripperSerrated edge blade with cross hatched fileSmall precision screwdriverLight duty pry bar
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Full jaw pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Unknown
No
Use case profile
Best for
Ambitious outdoorsmenDemanding professionalsEDC users wanting premium multitool features
Everyday carryGeneral utility and repair tasks
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
Solid full jaw pliers with wire cuttersVariety of useful integrated toolsHigh quality stainless steel constructionConvenient pocket clip
Common complaints
Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionalityTool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
Lack of blade lockSome tools may be light duty
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