Comparison Console
Leatherman Freestyle CX vs SOG Sync II
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. SOG Sync II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. SOG Sync II stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG Sync II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% 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$89.95Most expensive
US$80Cheapest
Weight
127 g (4.48 oz)Lightest
275 g (9.70 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
86 mm (3.39 in)Longest
84 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
Open length
Unknown
147 mm (5.79 in)
Dimensions
Width
33 mm (1.30 in)Lowest
52 mm (2.05 in)Highest
Thickness
14 mm (0.55 in)Thinnest
26 mm (1.02 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
2Fewest tools
12Most tools
Tools
Pliers with Wire CuttersPartly-Serrated Locking Blade
ScissorStraight bladePliersNut grippersFileSmall flathead screwdriverMedium flathead screwdriverPhilips screwdriverWire cutterRulerWire crimperBottle opener
Plier type
Light to medium duty
Needle-nose pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
EDC pocket carryLight to medium duty tasksQuick cutting tasks such as opening boxes and packagingWire cutting with integrated wire cutters
Everyday carryCompact multi-tool needsWearing on belt buckleCampingHikingGeneral small repairs
Common praise
Lightweight and compact design with durable constructionConvenient pocket clip makes it easy to carryQuality 154CM blade with liner lock and one-handed openingGood ergonomics for a tool this size
Innovative belt buckle designPortable and easy to carryMultiple useful tools integratedCorrosion resistant stainless steelLifetime warranty
Common complaints
Limited tool count compared to other multitoolsSmall pliers not suited for heavy duty tasksNo bit driver or carabiner like on the Skeletool series
Not suitable for canvas or nylon beltsNo pocket clipCannot be opened with one hand
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