Comparison Console
Leatherman Leap vs Leatherman Skeletool SX
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Leap stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Leap stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Leap stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Leap stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Leap stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Leap stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the longest option for open 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$39.97
Unknown
Weight
139 g (4.90 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
84 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
107 mm (4.21 in)Longest
Open length
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
150 mm (5.91 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
51 mm (2.01 in)Widest
33 mm (1.30 in)Narrowest
Thickness
25.4 mm (1.00 in)Thickest
16 mm (0.63 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
13Most tools
8Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersHard Wire CuttersWire CuttersKnifeSawSpring Action ScissorsRulerTweezersBottle OpenerPhillips ScrewdriverMedium Flat ScrewdriverSmall Flat Screwdriver
Needle Nose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard Wire Cutters420hc Combo Knife BladeCarabiner/bottle OpenerDiamond Coated FileLarge Bit Driver
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle nose and regular pliers
One-hand opening
No
No
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
Introducing Kids To Multitool UseSafe Skill DevelopmentLight Outdoor And Craft Tasks
SnowboardersOutdoor UseEveryday Carry
Common praise
Excellent Safety Features Suitable For ChildrenGood Variety Of Tools For Basic TasksDurable Build With A 25 Year Warranty
Lightweight And Compact DesignWell Selected Range Of Useful ToolsBlade Locks Firmly For SafetyUseful For Snowboarding And General Outdoor Use
Common complaints
Not Suitable For Heavy Duty TasksKnife Blade Requires Adult Installation For SafetyNo Included Sheath
Does Not Support One Handed Opening
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