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Leatherman Juice CS4 vs SOG PowerLock V-Cutter
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 41% 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$119Most expensive
US$79.99Cheapest
Weight
158.8 g (5.60 oz)Lightest
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Open length
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
31 mm (1.22 in)Lowest
58 mm (2.28 in)Highest
Thickness
19 mm (0.75 in)Thickest
18.5 mm (0.73 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
15Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersRegular pliersHard-wire cuttersWire cutters420HC knife bladeSawSpring-action scissorsAwlCan openerBottle openerCorkscrew with assistPhillips screwdriverMedium screwdriverLarge screwdriverSmall screwdriverExtra-small screwdriver
Needlenose pliersLarge screwdriverWire cuttersPartially serrated bladeV-CutterCrimpersBuilt-in rulerCan opener with fine screwdriverBottle opener with screwdriver1/4-inch drive for driver bitsPhillips screwdriverWood sawFine/coarse fileAwl
Plier type
Needle nose pliers, regular pliers
Compound-leverage pliers
One-hand opening
No
Unknown
Pocket clip
No
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday household and outdoor tasksCampingHikingLight outdoor useGeneral multi-tool needs
Outdoor useFirst respondersDIY enthusiastsField workHeavy-duty tasks
Common praise
Compact size fits comfortably in pocketIncludes a useful variety of 15 toolsGood build quality with anodized aluminum handleIncludes a reliable, sharp 420HC knife bladeCorkscrew with assist is well regardedSafety lock near scissors provides secure use
Ergonomic pivoting handle covers reduce hand fatigueDurable stainless steel construction with corrosion resistanceVersatile tool set suitable for a wide range of tasksSecure locking mechanism for safe tool useIncluded nylon sheath for convenient carrying
Common complaints
Multiple screwdrivers might be excessive for some users
Weight and size may be bulky for minimalist EDC usersNo explicit one-handed opening specification
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