Comparison Console
Leatherman Sidekick vs Victorinox Work Champ
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Work Champ stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Work Champ stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 138% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Work Champ stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Work Champ stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 50% 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 Work Champ stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% 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$95Most expensive
Weight
198 g (6.98 oz)Lightest
228 g (8.04 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Open length
Unknown
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
25 mm (0.98 in)Lowest
32 mm (1.26 in)Highest
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thinnest
29 mm (1.14 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
21Most tools
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, largeCorkscrewMini screwdriver 1.5 mmCan opener with screwdriver 3 mmBottle opener, lockable with screwdriver 7 mmWire stripperReamer, punchScissorsWood sawMetal sawMetal filePhillips screwdriver 0/1, longPhillips screwdriver 1/2Combination pliersWire cuttersWire crimperKey ringTweezersToothpickBottle opener, lockableCan opener
Plier type
Spring-action needle-nose and regular pliers
Combination pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Unknown
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLight-duty household tasksCamping and hikingOutdoor adventuresBasic repairs
CampingHikingDIY tasksEmergency repairsGeneral purpose multitasking
Common praise
Durable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomic designWide range of useful toolsSpring-action pliers perform wellGood value for the priceOne-hand accessible blades
Extensive tool assortment covering many tasksHigh quality and durable constructionErgonomic handle providing comfortable grip despite sizeLarge, lockable blade for safety and improved cutting leverageVersatility suitable for outdoor and repair tasks
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
Too large and heavy for comfortable pocket carryNo pocket clip includedSome users may find the blade locking mechanism initially unfamiliar