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Leatherman PST vs SOG PowerAssist
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman PST stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman PST stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 13% 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
Unknown
US$75
Weight
146 g (5.15 oz)Lightest
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
26.5 mm (1.04 in)Lowest
48 mm (1.89 in)Highest
Thickness
12.6 mm (0.50 in)Thinnest
17 mm (0.67 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
16Most tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersHard-wire cuttersClip-point knifeMetal/wood fileRuler (8in/20cm)Can openerBottle openerExtra-small screwdriverMedium screwdriverLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverAwl/punch
PliersGripperHard wire cutterWire crimperBlasting cap crimperStraight-edge bladeFully serrated blade3-sided fileLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverCan openerSmall screwdriverBottle openerMedium screwdriverV-cutterRulers
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
No
Yes
Pocket clip
No
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySurvival situationsMulti-functional tasks
Outdoor camping and hikingEDC (Everyday Carry)Work in warehouse, office, or homeBackpackingFishingCampingSurvival scenariosHeavy duty cutting and gripping needs
Common praise
Versatile and compact toolset for everyday and survival tasksIconic design and durable stainless steel constructionIncludes a wide range of useful tools in one package
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
No locking mechanism on toolsTool clumping during useSome may find it outdated compared to modern multi-tools
No pocket clip includedTool is somewhat heavy for its size
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