Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge XTi vs Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX 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 13% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 26% 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 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX 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 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% 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$150Most expensive
Weight
235.4 g (8.30 oz)Heaviest
208 g (7.34 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
105 mm (4.13 in)Longest
Open length
160 mm (6.30 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
39 mm (1.54 in)Highest
38 mm (1.50 in)Lowest
Thickness
18.9 mm (0.74 in)Thickest
17 mm (0.67 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
19Fewest tools
24Most 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
Needle-nose pliersWire cutter for thin and soft wire up to 40 HRcBlade, largeCan openerScrewdriver 3 mmBottle openerScrewdriver 6 mmCrate openerWire benderScrewdriver 2 mmReamer, punchPulling hookScissorsWood sawMetal sawMetal filePhillips screwdriver 1/2Chisel 7 mm and scraperCable cover longitudinal cutterCable cover crossways cutterWire stripper and scraperLanyard holeCoupling for corkscrew
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose 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
Everyday carryDIY useCamping and hikingOutdoor tasksTrade and crafts
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 build quality with durable stainless steel constructionComprehensive toolset with practical and well-balanced toolsSmooth locking mechanisms and one-hand opening featureIncluded sheath fits wide belts securelySharp blades and sturdy saw teeth
Common complaints
Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionalityTool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
Handles can be slippery when wet due to all stainless steel constructionInitial tool deployment requires familiarization
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