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Leatherman Crunch vs Leatherman Tread LT

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

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Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Leatherman Crunch stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Leatherman Crunch stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.

Fewest tools

Leatherman Crunch stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.

Most tools

Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.

Narrowest

Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.

Widest

Leatherman Crunch stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 78% 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 Crunch — Tool count: 15Leatherman Crunch — Weight: 196 g (6.91 oz)Leatherman Crunch — Retail price: US$250Leatherman Crunch — Width: 32 mm (1.26 in)Leatherman Tread LT — Tool count: 26Leatherman Tread LT — Weight: 156 g (5.50 oz)Leatherman Tread LT — Retail price: US$175Leatherman Tread LT — Width: 18 mm (0.71 in)Tool countWeightRetail priceWidth
Price & carry
Retail price
US$250Most expensive
US$175Cheapest
Weight
196 g (6.91 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
Unknown
Open length
137 mm (5.39 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
32 mm (1.26 in)Highest
18 mm (0.71 in)Lowest
Thickness
13.2 mm (0.52 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
15Fewest tools
26Most tools
Tools
Locking pliersWire cuttersWire stripperPin viseSerrated knifeRulerBottle openerFilesHex bit driverSmall screwdriverMedium screwdriverLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverWood and metal fileNail fileSaw blade
Cutting HookBottle OpenerPhillips Screwdriver (two)Large ScrewdriverMedium Screwdriver (two)Small Screwdriver (two)Box Wrenches (10mm, 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8")Hex Wrenches (5mm, 6mm, 3/32", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4")1/4" Socket Drive#2 Square DriveOxygen Tank WrenchCarbide Glass BreakerPick and SIM Card Tool
Plier type
Locking pliers
N/A
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
High-torque jobsEDC versatilityTasks requiring locking pliers
Wearable multitool for everyday carrySituations where standard multitools are not allowedTasks requiring a variety of driver tools
Common praise
Innovative locking pliers rarely found in multi-toolsVersatility with 15 integrated toolsSolid build with CNC-machined 420 stainless steelAll-locking tools for safety and securityIncludes removable scalpel tool and multiple bit drivers
Wide range of tools integrated into a wearable braceletImproved comfort and lighter weight compared to original TreadDurable 17-4 stainless steel construction
Common complaints
Complex plier opening mechanism requiring practiceRelatively heavy for a pocket multi-tool at about 196 gramsHigher price point as a limited-edition release
No fine size adjustment resulting in fit challengesNot as functional as traditional plier-based multitoolsSome users find it heavy despite weight reduction

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