Comparison Console
Leatherman Rebar vs Leatherman Skeletool KBx
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Rebar stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Rebar stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Rebar stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Rebar stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Rebar stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 60% 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$99.95Most expensive
US$69.95Cheapest
Weight
189.94 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
254 mm (10.00 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
30 mm (1.18 in)Highest
19 mm (0.75 in)Lowest
Thickness
16.5 mm (0.65 in)Thickest
13 mm (0.51 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
6Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersPremium Replaceable Wire CuttersPremium Replaceable Hard-wire CuttersElectrical CrimperWire Stripper420HC Knife420HC Serrated KnifeSawAwl with Thread LoopRuler (8 in / 19 cm)Can OpenerBottle OpenerWood/Metal FilePhillips ScrewdriverLarge ScrewdriverSmall Screwdriver
PliersCombo knife bladeBottle openerWire cuttersBit driverCarabiner
Plier type
Spring-action Pliers
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
No
Yes
Pocket clip
No
Yes
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryDIYProfessional workTough jobs
Everyday carryLight outdoor useOccasional cutting tasks
Common praise
Strong pliers with replaceable cuttersAll tools lock securelyComfortable handle even with glovesDurable stainless steel constructionVersatile toolset useful for professional and DIY tasks
Lightweight and easy to carrySolid build quality with stainless steel frameVersatile toolset suitable for common tasksOne-handed opening and locking blade
Common complaints
No One-Handed Opening for the Knife BladeNo ScissorsLack of Pocket ClipInside-Access Only: all tools fold inward
Limited tool count compared to larger multitoolsNot suitable for heavy-duty tasksLack of included sheath