Comparison Console
Leatherman Skeletool CX vs Victorinox Bantam Alox
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Skeletool CX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool CX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 173% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool CX stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 389% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool CX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool CX stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Bantam Alox stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% 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$36.57Cheapest
Weight
141.75 g (5.00 oz)Heaviest
29 g (1.02 oz)Lightest
Closed length
82.55 mm (3.25 in)Shortest
84 mm (3.31 in)Longest
Open length
152.4 mm (6.00 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
31.5 mm (1.24 in)Highest
23.55 mm (0.93 in)Lowest
Thickness
13.2 mm (0.52 in)Thickest
6.85 mm (0.27 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
7Most tools
5Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cutters including hard-wire capability154CM stainless steel knife bladeLarge bit driver compatible with standard 1/4" bitsIntegrated bottle opener on the carabinerExtra bit stored in handle (Phillips and flat-head)
Large bladeCombination opener (bottle/can opener with 5 mm screwdriver)Wire stripper
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
Minimalist EDC enthusiasts who want premium blade steel and essential tools without the weightEveryday carry enthusiasts wanting practical tools without bulkOutdoor adventurers needing essential tools for camping, hiking, or fishingIT professionals and makers needing pliers and screwdriver for quick fixesGift shoppers looking for a practical premium gift
Everyday carryEDCLightweight and compact useBasic multifunction tasks
Common praise
Premium 154CM blade offers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistanceVery lightweight and pocket-friendly designOne-handed opening for both blade and pliersStrong 25-year warrantyRemovable pocket clip and integrated carabinerMade in USA with good quality control
Ultralight and slim profileMulti-functional 84/91 Combo tool with opener, screwdriver, and wire stripperHigh quality stainless steel bladeDurable anodized aluminum handle scalesExcellent value for price
Common complaints
Limited tool count compared to full-size multi-toolsNo scissors, saw, or file includedBit driver uses Leatherman's flat bits rather than standard hex bitsPremium price compared to basic alternativesSheath sold separately
No locking blade, slipjoint onlyLimited tool count and functions compared to larger multitoolsNo back tools such as tweezers or toothpickScrewdriver tip limited to flathead and not ideal for Phillips