Comparison Console
Leatherman PST vs SOG PowerPlay
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 35% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerPlay stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman PST stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlay stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlay stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlay stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlay stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 15% 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$99
Weight
146 g (5.15 oz)Lightest
225 g (7.94 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
119 mm (4.69 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
181 mm (7.13 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
26.5 mm (1.04 in)Lowest
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
Thickness
12.6 mm (0.50 in)Thinnest
26 mm (1.02 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersHard-wire cuttersClip-point knifeMetal/wood fileRuler (8in/20cm)Can openerBottle openerExtra-small screwdriverMedium screwdriverLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverAwl/punch
AwlBitholderBottle openerFileKnifePliersSawScrewdriverSmall screwdriverTin-openerTweezersWire cutterWire stripperWrenchRulerNeedlenose pliersPhilips driverStar screwdriver
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
No
Yes
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySurvival situationsMulti-functional tasks
Household repairsElectronic repairsIndustrial useDaily carry (EDC)
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
Compact and lightweight designMany included tools for versatilityGood quality steel and buildUseful for a wide range of repair tasksLifetime warranty
Common complaints
No locking mechanism on toolsTool clumping during useSome may find it outdated compared to modern multi-tools
No pocket clip includedSome users may find blade steel not premium
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