Comparison Console
Leatherman PST vs Victorinox EvoWood 17
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman PST stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 6% 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$55
Weight
146 g (5.15 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Closed length
101 mm (3.98 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
149 mm (5.87 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
26.5 mm (1.04 in)Lowest
28 mm (1.10 in)Highest
Thickness
12.6 mm (0.50 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
14Most tools
13Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersHard-wire cuttersClip-point knifeMetal/wood fileRuler (8in/20cm)Can openerBottle openerExtra-small screwdriverMedium screwdriverLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverAwl/punch
BladeNail fileNail cleanerScissorsCan openerSmall screwdriverLarge locking screwdriverCap lifterWire stripperWood sawCorkscrewPunch/reamerKeyring
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
No
No
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySurvival situationsMulti-functional tasks
General everyday carryLight outdoor tasksCamping and hiking supportSmall cutting tasks
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
Well made with quality materialsElegant walnut wood handle adds classSharp blade and reliable scissorsCompact toolset with many practical functionsComfortable ergonomic handle design
Common complaints
No locking mechanism on toolsTool clumping during useSome may find it outdated compared to modern multi-tools
Tool thickness notable for pocket carryNo pocket clip includedTools require two hands to openWood handle may be sensitive to water exposure