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Leatherman Kick vs Victorinox Evolution S17

EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.

Fewest tools

Leatherman Kick stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Most tools

Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 21% 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.

Leatherman Kick — Tool count: 9Leatherman Kick — Closed length: 103 mm (4.06 in)Leatherman Kick — Open length: 159 mm (6.26 in)Leatherman Kick — Weight: 150.7 g (5.32 oz)Leatherman Kick — Retail price: US$29.5Leatherman Kick — Thickness: 14 mm (0.55 in)Victorinox Evolution S17 — Tool count: 15Victorinox Evolution S17 — Closed length: 85 mm (3.35 in)Victorinox Evolution S17 — Open length: 150 mm (5.91 in)Victorinox Evolution S17 — Weight: 88 g (3.10 oz)Victorinox Evolution S17 — Retail price: US$45Victorinox Evolution S17 — Thickness: 23 mm (0.91 in)Tool countClosed lengthOpen lengthWeightRetail priceThickness
Price & carry
Retail price
US$29.5Cheapest
US$45Most expensive
Weight
150.7 g (5.32 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Closed length
103 mm (4.06 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
30.5 mm (1.20 in)Highest
23 mm (0.91 in)Lowest
Thickness
14 mm (0.55 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
9Fewest tools
15Most tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersClip-Point KnifeLarge ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverBottle / Can OpenerWire StripperLanyard AttachmentRuler
Large bladeNail fileNail cleanerScissorsCan openerSmall screwdriverCap lifterLarge locking screwdriverWire stripperWood sawCorkscrewPunch/reamerKeyringScale
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
N/A
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Users needing a compact multitool with essential toolsEveryday carry with a pocket clip optionLightweight but strong multitool
Everyday carryWoodworking tasksSmall repairsCamping
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designStrong and functional pliersUseful set of essential toolsComfortable grip due to Zytel inserts
Compact and ergonomic design with wooden handleMulti-functionality with 15 toolsLightweight and easy to carryQuality Swiss 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
Lack of detailed specification on locking mechanism and opening methodNo pocket clip or sheath included noted

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