Comparison Console
Leatherman Skeletool RX vs Leatherman Tread LT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Skeletool RX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Skeletool RX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 333% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool RX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool RX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool RX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 333% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool RX stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 72% 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$101Cheapest
US$175Most expensive
Weight
148 g (5.22 oz)Lightest
156 g (5.50 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
105 mm (4.13 in)
Unknown
Open length
153 mm (6.02 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
31 mm (1.22 in)Highest
18 mm (0.71 in)Lowest
Thickness
19 mm (0.75 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
6Fewest tools
26Most tools
Tools
BitholderBottle openerGlass breakerKnife (154CM blade steel)PliersScrewdriverWire cutter
Cutting HookBottle OpenerPhillips Screwdriver (two)Large ScrewdriverMedium Screwdriver (two)Small Screwdriver (two)Box Wrenches (10mm, 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8")Hex Wrenches (5mm, 6mm, 3/32", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4")1/4" Socket Drive#2 Square DriveOxygen Tank WrenchCarbide Glass BreakerPick and SIM Card Tool
Plier type
Regular pliers
N/A
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEmergency responseFirst responders
Wearable multitool for everyday carrySituations where standard multitools are not allowedTasks requiring a variety of driver tools
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designSpecialized tools for emergency scenariosHigh quality 154CM blade steelIncludes practical tools like pliers and a screwdriver
Wide range of tools integrated into a wearable braceletImproved comfort and lighter weight compared to original TreadDurable 17-4 stainless steel construction
Common complaints
Sheath not includedLimited tool count compared to larger multitools
No fine size adjustment resulting in fit challengesNot as functional as traditional plier-based multitoolsSome users find it heavy despite weight reduction
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