Comparison Console
Leatherman MUT EOD vs SOG PowerAssist
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerAssist stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 207% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% 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$229.95Most expensive
US$75Cheapest
Weight
317.5 g (11.20 oz)Heaviest
272 g (9.59 oz)Lightest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
117 mm (4.61 in)Shortest
Open length
189.2 mm (7.45 in)Longest
178 mm (7.01 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)Narrowest
48 mm (1.89 in)Widest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
17 mm (0.67 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
15Fewest tools
16Most tools
Tools
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Plier type
Unknown
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Eod And Bomb Squad OperationsMilitary And Tactical UseJobs Requiring Multiple Specialized ToolsUsers Needing A Rugged Multi Tool With Replaceable Parts
Outdoor Camping And HikingEDC (everyday Carry)Work In Warehouse, Office, Or HomeBackpackingFishingCampingSurvival ScenariosHeavy Duty Cutting And Gripping Needs
Common praise
Comprehensive Toolset Tailored For Eod And Tactical TasksRobust Build Quality With Replaceable ComponentsOne Hand Operable Features And Accessible Tools While ClosedIncludes Pocket Clip For Easy Carry
Smooth And Fast Assisted Opening Dual BladesStrong Compound Leverage Pliers Providing High Gripping PowerRobust Construction And Durable MaterialsComfortable Ergonomic HandlesEffective Locking Mechanisms For SafetyWide Variety Of Useful Integrated Tools
Common complaints
Relatively Heavy Compared To Standard MultitoolsHigher Price Point Due To Specialized FeaturesSome Tools May Be Overkill For Casual Users
No Pocket Clip IncludedTool Is Somewhat Heavy For Its Size
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