Comparison Console
Leatherman Skeletool KBx vs Leatherman Tread
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 17% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Tread stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Tread stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 383% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Tread stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 383% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 42% 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$69.95Most expensive
US$46Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
170.1 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Open length
254 mm (10.00 in)Longest
220 mm (8.66 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
19 mm (0.75 in)Lowest
33 mm (1.30 in)Highest
Thickness
13 mm (0.51 in)Thickest
6 mm (0.24 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
6Fewest tools
29Most tools
Tools
PliersCombo knife bladeBottle openerWire cuttersBit driverCarabiner
Slot screwdriverPhillips screwdriverHex drivers including 1/4 inch driverScribe toolCutting hookSIM card removal toolBottle openerOxygen tank wrenchCarbide glass breaker
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
N/A
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLight outdoor useOccasional cutting tasks
EDC users needing a wearable multitoolTravelers needing TSA-compliant toolsUsers wanting a customizable wearable tool bracelet
Common praise
Lightweight and easy to carrySolid build quality with stainless steel frameVersatile toolset suitable for common tasksOne-handed opening and locking blade
Innovative wearable designHighly customizable link systemTSA compliant for travelDurable 17-4 stainless steel constructionUseful variety of tools for everyday fixes
Common complaints
Limited tool count compared to larger multitoolsNot suitable for heavy-duty tasksLack of included sheath
Relatively heavy and bulky for a bracelet (about 170 g)Lack of pliers and scissors limits functionalitySome users find adjusting links trickyScrews can loosen over timeLess functionality compared to full-sized multitools
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