Comparison Console
Leatherman Juice CS4 vs SOG PowerPlay
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 29% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerPlay stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerPlay 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 PowerPlay stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlay stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 42% 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 PowerPlay 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 30% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlay stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 43% 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$99Cheapest
Weight
158.8 g (5.60 oz)Lightest
225 g (7.94 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
119 mm (4.69 in)Longest
Open length
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
181 mm (7.13 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
31 mm (1.22 in)Lowest
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
Thickness
19 mm (0.75 in)Thinnest
26 mm (1.02 in)Thickest
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
AwlBitholderBottle openerFileKnifePliersSawScrewdriverSmall screwdriverTin-openerTweezersWire cutterWire stripperWrenchRulerNeedlenose pliersPhilips driverStar screwdriver
Plier type
Needle nose pliers, regular pliers
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
No
Yes
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday household and outdoor tasksCampingHikingLight outdoor useGeneral multi-tool needs
Household repairsElectronic repairsIndustrial useDaily carry (EDC)
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
Compact and lightweight designMany included tools for versatilityGood quality steel and buildUseful for a wide range of repair tasksLifetime warranty
Common complaints
Multiple screwdrivers might be excessive for some users
No pocket clip includedSome users may find blade steel not premium
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