Comparison Console
Leatherman Skeletool KBx vs SOG Sync II
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 48% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. SOG Sync II stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 21% 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$69.95Cheapest
US$80Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
275 g (9.70 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
84 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
Open length
254 mm (10.00 in)Longest
147 mm (5.79 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
19 mm (0.75 in)Lowest
52 mm (2.05 in)Highest
Thickness
13 mm (0.51 in)Thinnest
26 mm (1.02 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
6Fewest tools
12Most tools
Tools
PliersCombo knife bladeBottle openerWire cuttersBit driverCarabiner
ScissorStraight bladePliersNut grippersFileSmall flathead screwdriverMedium flathead screwdriverPhilips screwdriverWire cutterRulerWire crimperBottle opener
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Needle-nose pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLight outdoor useOccasional cutting tasks
Everyday carryCompact multi-tool needsWearing on belt buckleCampingHikingGeneral small repairs
Common praise
Lightweight and easy to carrySolid build quality with stainless steel frameVersatile toolset suitable for common tasksOne-handed opening and locking blade
Innovative belt buckle designPortable and easy to carryMultiple useful tools integratedCorrosion resistant stainless steelLifetime warranty
Common complaints
Limited tool count compared to larger multitoolsNot suitable for heavy-duty tasksLack of included sheath
Not suitable for canvas or nylon beltsNo pocket clipCannot be opened with one hand
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