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Leatherman Skeletool SX vs SOG PowerLock
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 125% 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 PowerLock 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 56% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 125% 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 PowerLock 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 PowerLock 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$80
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)Narrowest
58 mm (2.28 in)Widest
Thickness
16 mm (0.63 in)Thinnest
19 mm (0.75 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
8Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
Needle Nose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard Wire Cutters420hc Combo Knife BladeCarabiner/bottle OpenerDiamond Coated FileLarge Bit Driver
PliersNeedle Nose PliersWire CrimperHard Wire CutterAwlFile (three Sided)GripperBlasting Cap CrimperBolt Grip ChannelBottle OpenerCan OpenerLarge Flat ScrewdriverMedium Flat ScrewdriverSmall Flat ScrewdriverPhilips ScrewdriverQuarter Inch DriverWood Saw (double Tooth)V Cutter
Plier type
Needle nose and regular pliers
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
No
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
No
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
SnowboardersOutdoor UseEveryday Carry
CuttingGrippingPersonal CareWork Requiring Pliers With Compound LeverageElectrical Use Including Wire Cutting And CrimpingGeneral EDC Tasks
Common praise
Lightweight And Compact DesignWell Selected Range Of Useful ToolsBlade Locks Firmly For SafetyUseful For Snowboarding And General Outdoor Use
Powerful Compound Leverage Pliers That Open Quickly And Provide Twice The Cutting Power18 Essential Tools In A Robust, Reliable PackageAffordable Price Point Compared To Similar MultitoolsDurable Construction With Reliable Locking Mechanism
Common complaints
Does Not Support One Handed Opening
Larger Size And Weight Compared To More Compact EDC MultitoolsTools Require Opening Pliers First To Access, Reducing Quick Single Hand Tool AccessWire Cutting Blades Do Not Have User Replaceable InsertsSome Risk Of Knuckle Injury When Opening Pliers Quickly
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