Comparison Console
Leatherman Signal vs SOG Flash MT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SOG Flash MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. SOG Flash MT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Signal stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 171% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG Flash MT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Signal stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 144% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Signal stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Signal stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 171% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Signal stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 31% 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$171Most expensive
US$70Cheapest
Weight
213 g (7.51 oz)Heaviest
133 g (4.69 oz)Lightest
Closed length
114 mm (4.49 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Open length
172 mm (6.77 in)Longest
141 mm (5.55 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)
Unknown
Thickness
16 mm (0.63 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
7Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersReplaceable 154CM wire cutters (standard and hard-wire) with integrated wire stripper420HC combo blade (plain and serrated)420HC sawHammerAwl with thread loopCan openerBottle opener1/4" hex bit driver1/4" box wrench3/16" box wrenchCarabiner with spring-loaded gateFerrocerium fire-starting rodEmergency whistleDiamond-coated rod sharpenerReplaceable bit driverOutside-accessible blade and sawRemovable pocket clip
Needlenose pliersWirecuttersCenter-drive screwdriverBottle openerPry toolAssisted-open knifeMagnetic bit holder
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor enthusiastsCampersHikersOverlandersPreparedness-minded users
Everyday carryLightweight multitool useGeneral purpose tasks
Common praise
Durable stainless steel constructionComprehensive toolset for outdoor needsLocking tools for safetyIncludes survival features like fire starter and whistleOutside-accessible blade and saw for quick use
Very light for a full-size multitoolExcellent pliers with good leveragePractical and thin slicey bladeDeep-carry pocket clip that balances well
Common complaints
Heavier than some compact multi-toolsNot specialized for heavy workshop tasks
Handle is less comfortable due to tool cavitiesSmall driver may not work well on large fastenersSome blade play due to assisted opening mechanism
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