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Leatherman Charge XTi vs Victorinox Skipper Pro

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

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Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% 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

Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.

Fewest tools

Victorinox Skipper Pro 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 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% 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 — Tool count: 19Leatherman 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)Victorinox Skipper Pro — Tool count: 18Victorinox Skipper Pro — Closed length: 111 mm (4.37 in)Victorinox Skipper Pro — Open length: 196 mm (7.72 in)Victorinox Skipper Pro — Weight: 180 g (6.35 oz)Victorinox Skipper Pro — Retail price: US$93.53Victorinox Skipper Pro — Thickness: 23 mm (0.91 in)Tool countClosed lengthOpen lengthWeightRetail priceThickness
Price & carry
Retail price
US$130Most expensive
US$93.53Cheapest
Weight
235.4 g (8.30 oz)Heaviest
180 g (6.35 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Open length
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
39 mm (1.54 in)Highest
34 mm (1.34 in)Lowest
Thickness
18.9 mm (0.74 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
18Fewest 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
Lock blade (serrated)CorkscrewCan opener with small screwdriverBottle opener with screwdriverWire insulation removerPuncher/reamerKey ringTweezersToothpickKnot loosener with spike (marlin spike)PliersWire cutterWire benderPhillips screwdriverLanyardShackle openerWire crimping toolLanyard
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Unknown
No
Use case profile
Best for
Ambitious outdoorsmenDemanding professionalsEDC users wanting premium multitool features
Sailing and marine useEveryday carry for sailorsTasks requiring multiple tools in nautical environment
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
Robust and reliable toolset for sailing and marine tasksGood quality stainless steel blade and toolsSecure locking bladesCompact yet comprehensive tool selection
Common complaints
Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionalityTool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
No pocket clip for easy carryNot designed for one-handed openingRelatively heavy compared to smaller multitools

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