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Leatherman Kick vs SOG SwitchPlier
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Kick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 154% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Kick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Kick stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Kick stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG SwitchPlier stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% 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$29.5Cheapest
US$74.95Most expensive
Weight
150.7 g (5.32 oz)Lightest
179 g (6.31 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
103 mm (4.06 in)Shortest
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
155 mm (6.10 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
30.5 mm (1.20 in)Lowest
31 mm (1.22 in)Highest
Thickness
14 mm (0.55 in)Thinnest
24 mm (0.94 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
9Fewest tools
12Most tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersClip-Point KnifeLarge ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverBottle / Can OpenerWire StripperLanyard AttachmentRuler
PliersWire cutterKnife bladeScrewdriversFileRulerCan openerBottle openerAwlChiselFlat head screwdriverPhillips screwdriver
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Users needing a compact multitool with essential toolsEveryday carry with a pocket clip optionLightweight but strong multitool
Outdoor tasksCampingFishingEveryday carryMulti-purpose use
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designStrong and functional pliersUseful set of essential toolsComfortable grip due to Zytel inserts
Compact and lightweightQuick one-handed pliers deploymentVersatile toolset covering common tasksSolid 420 stainless steel blade
Common complaints
Blade and tools do not lock openSome users find it less versatile compared to more complex multitoolsMay partially open in pocket if not clipped securely
Blade steel is basic 420 stainless, less premiumLack of pocket clipNo sheath included
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