Comparison Console
Leatherman MUT vs Leatherman Signal
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Signal stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Signal stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Signal stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Signal stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Signal stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Signal stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Signal stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% 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$265Most expensive
US$171Cheapest
Weight
317.5 g (11.20 oz)Heaviest
213 g (7.51 oz)Lightest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
Open length
189.2 mm (7.45 in)Longest
172 mm (6.77 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
38.1 mm (1.50 in)Highest
38 mm (1.50 in)Lowest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
16 mm (0.63 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
19Most tools
Tools
PliersWire cutters with replaceable bladesElectrician's crimping pliersKnife with combined bladeSawCutting hookHammerBolt override toolBronze carbon scraperCleaning brush adapterFirearm disassembly punchLarge bit adapter
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersReplaceable 154CM wire cutters (standard and hard-wire) with integrated wire stripper420HC combo blade (plain and serrated)420HC sawHammerAwl with thread loopCan openerBottle opener1/4" hex bit driver1/4" box wrench3/16" box wrenchCarabiner with spring-loaded gateFerrocerium fire-starting rodEmergency whistleDiamond-coated rod sharpenerReplaceable bit driverOutside-accessible blade and sawRemovable pocket clip
Plier type
Special military combination pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Firearm maintenanceMilitary gear maintenanceCivilian and military firearm usersTactical and outdoor use
Outdoor enthusiastsCampersHikersOverlandersPreparedness-minded users
Common praise
Durable and robust build qualityIncludes specialized firearm maintenance toolsOne-hand opening for ease of useIncludes replaceable wire cutter bladesVersatile with 16 tools in one
Durable stainless steel constructionComprehensive toolset for outdoor needsLocking tools for safetyIncludes survival features like fire starter and whistleOutside-accessible blade and saw for quick use
Common complaints
Relatively heavy compared to smaller multitoolsLarger size may not be ideal for all-day carrySome specialized tools may be unnecessary for non-firearm users
Heavier than some compact multi-toolsNot specialized for heavy workshop tasks
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