Comparison Console
Leatherman OHT 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 24% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman OHT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% 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 OHT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Signal stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Signal stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman OHT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman OHT 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.
Leatherman OHT stands out as the longest option for closed length.
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$118.9Cheapest
US$171Most expensive
Weight
280.99 g (9.91 oz)Heaviest
213 g (7.51 oz)Lightest
Closed length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
Open length
168.275 mm (6.63 in)Shortest
172 mm (6.77 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
38 mm (1.50 in)
Thickness
Unknown
16 mm (0.63 in)
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
19Most tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersSpring Loaded Wire CuttersHard Wire CuttersFine Edge Knife BladeSerrated Knife BladeWood SawSmall Flathead ScrewdriverMedium Flathead ScrewdriverLarge Flathead ScrewdriverPhillips Head ScrewdriverCan OpenerBottle OpenerOxygen Tank WrenchStrap CutterCleaning Rod Attachment
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
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
One Handed OperationQuick Access To Multiple ToolsOutdoor UseOn Site JobsHome Use
Outdoor EnthusiastsCampersHikersOverlandersPreparedness Minded Users
Common praise
Easy One Handed Opening And Tool DeploymentSpring Loaded Pliers Reduce Hand FatigueClear Imprinted Tool Locations For Quick IdentificationSecure Tool Locks For SafetyVersatile Tool Set For Various Tasks
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
Some Users Find Multitool Weight Somewhat HeavyLimited Information On Blade Steel Quality Beyond 420hc Stainless Steel
Heavier Than Some Compact Multi ToolsNot Specialized For Heavy Workshop Tasks
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