Comparison Console
Leatherman Flair vs Leatherman Skeletool SX
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Flair stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Flair stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Flair stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Flair stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Flair stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 5% 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$195
Unknown
Weight
155 g (5.47 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
107 mm (4.21 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
29 mm (1.14 in)Lowest
33 mm (1.30 in)Highest
Thickness
14 mm (0.55 in)Thinnest
16 mm (0.63 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
16Most tools
8Fewest tools
Tools
Ruler (8 in | 19 cm)Bottle Opener (Brass-plated)Can OpenerCocktail Fork420HC Combo KnifeCorkscrew w/ AssistSpreader knifeExtra-small ScrewdriverLarge ScrewdriverMedium ScrewdriverNeedlenose PliersPhillips ScrewdriverRegular PliersSpring-action ScissorsWire CuttersHard-wire Cutters
Needle nose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersHard-wire cutters420HC combo knife bladeCarabiner/bottle openerDiamond-coated fileLarge bit driver
Plier type
Needlenose/Regular Pliers with Wire Cutters and Hard-wire notch
Needle nose and regular pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Collectible multitool enthusiastsOutdoor dining and picnicsUsers needing an unusual set of tools
SnowboardersOutdoor useEveryday carry
Common praise
Unique tool selection with picnic-oriented implementsHigh-quality stainless steel constructionIncludes a sheath and original packaging
Lightweight and compact designWell-selected range of useful toolsBlade locks firmly for safetyUseful for snowboarding and general outdoor use
Common complaints
No locking tools, which may reduce safety and practicalityCocktail fork and spreader knife are novelty tools with limited practical useToo many flathead screwdrivers and lack of certain useful tools like a file
Does not support one-handed opening