Comparison Console
Leatherman Skeletool SX vs SOG PowerAssist
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerAssist 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 SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 19% 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
Unknown
US$75
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
107 mm (4.21 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Open length
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
33 mm (1.30 in)Lowest
48 mm (1.89 in)Highest
Thickness
16 mm (0.63 in)Thinnest
17 mm (0.67 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
8Fewest tools
16Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersHard-wire cutters420HC combo knife bladeCarabiner/bottle openerDiamond-coated fileLarge bit driver
PliersGripperHard wire cutterWire crimperBlasting cap crimperStraight-edge bladeFully serrated blade3-sided fileLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverCan openerSmall screwdriverBottle openerMedium screwdriverV-cutterRulers
Plier type
Needle nose and regular pliers
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
No
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
No
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
SnowboardersOutdoor useEveryday carry
Outdoor camping and hikingEDC (Everyday Carry)Work in warehouse, office, or homeBackpackingFishingCampingSurvival scenariosHeavy duty cutting and gripping needs
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designWell-selected range of useful toolsBlade locks firmly for safetyUseful for snowboarding and general outdoor use
Smooth and fast assisted-opening dual bladesStrong compound leverage pliers providing high gripping powerRobust construction and durable materialsComfortable ergonomic handlesEffective locking mechanisms for safetyWide variety of useful integrated tools
Common complaints
Does not support one-handed opening
No pocket clip includedTool is somewhat heavy for its size
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