Comparison Console
Leatherman Sidekick vs Victorinox Locksmith
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 32% 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$40Cheapest
US$74.43Most expensive
Weight
198 g (6.98 oz)Heaviest
153 g (5.40 oz)Lightest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Open length
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Shortest
201 mm (7.91 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
25 mm (0.98 in)Lowest
31 mm (1.22 in)Highest
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
21.5 mm (0.85 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
14
14
Tools
Spring-action pliersSpring-action needle-nose pliersSpring-action wire cutters420HC stainless steel straight knife blade420HC stainless steel serrated knife bladeWood/metal fileSaw bladeCan openerBottle openerWire stripperSmall flat head screwdriverMedium flat head screwdriverPhillips screwdriver#1.5 inch ruler
Blade, largeReamer, punchCan openerScrewdriver, 3mmBottle openerScrewdriver 5mm, lockableWire stripperWood sawMetal sawMetal filePhilips screwdriver 1/2Key ringToothpickTweezers
Plier type
Spring-action needle-nose and regular pliers
N/A
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Unknown
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLight-duty household tasksCamping and hikingOutdoor adventuresBasic repairs
Everyday carryCompact multitool with multiple functionsPortable useLight sawing and cutting tasks
Common praise
durable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomic designWide range of useful toolsSpring-action pliers perform wellGood value for the priceOne-hand accessible blades
Compact and versatile tool with many integrated functions.Liner lock system for safety.Wood saw is effective for wood and plastic.Quality stainless steel blades and tools.
Common complaints
Wire cutters have a small gap making fine cutting difficultSaw struggles with thicker woodSmall size of the ruler limits usabilityInner tools do not lock and can close if knocked
No scissors included unlike similar models.Weight is around 153 grams which may be heavy for some users.No sheath or pocket clip information available from sources.
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