Comparison Console
Leatherman Micra vs Leatherman PST
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Micra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Micra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman PST stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Micra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Micra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Micra stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Micra stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 58% 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$49.95Cheapest
US$75Most expensive
Weight
51 g (1.80 oz)Lightest
146 g (5.15 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
64 mm (2.52 in)Shortest
101 mm (3.98 in)Longest
Open length
107 mm (4.21 in)Shortest
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
19 mm (0.75 in)Lowest
26.5 mm (1.04 in)Highest
Thickness
9 mm (0.35 in)Thinnest
12.6 mm (0.50 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
10Fewest tools
14Most tools
Tools
420HC KnifeSpring-action ScissorsFlat/Phillips ScrewdriverRuler (4.7 in / 12.0 cm)Nail CleanerTweezersBottle OpenerNail FileMedium ScrewdriverExtra-small Screwdriver
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersHard-wire cuttersClip-point knifeMetal/wood fileRuler (8in/20cm)Can openerBottle openerExtra-small screwdriverMedium screwdriverLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverAwl/punch
Plier type
N/A
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
No
No
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
No
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry for small tasksPrecision cutting and light repairsKeychain or pocket carryPersonal grooming
Everyday carrySurvival situationsMulti-functional tasks
Common praise
Lightweight and ultracompactHigh-quality spring-action scissorsVersatile toolset for small fixes and groomingDurable stainless steel construction
Versatile and compact toolset for everyday and survival tasksIconic design and durable stainless steel constructionIncludes a wide range of useful tools in one package
Common complaints
Tools feel less robust compared to generalist multitoolsCompact size limits usability for larger hands or heavy tasksNo pliers included, limiting its utility for some users
No locking mechanism on toolsTool clumping during useSome may find it outdated compared to modern multi-tools