Comparison Console
Leatherman Surge vs Victorinox SwissChamp XAVT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Surge stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Surge stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox SwissChamp XAVT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 286% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Surge stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox SwissChamp XAVT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 206% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Surge stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox SwissChamp XAVT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Surge stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox SwissChamp XAVT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 286% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox SwissChamp XAVT stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Surge stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 26% 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$159.95Cheapest
US$489Most expensive
Weight
335 g (11.82 oz)Lightest
350 g (12.35 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
115 mm (4.53 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Open length
Unknown
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
90 mm (3.54 in)Highest
65 mm (2.56 in)Lowest
Thickness
44 mm (1.73 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
21Fewest tools
81Most tools
Tools
Full-size lockable bladesRegular pliersNeedlenose pliersWire cuttersWire strippersScissorsCan openerBottle openerWood fileMetal fileLarge driver bitSmall driver bitPhillips #1-2 screwdriver bitsFlat tip screwdriver bitsExtra strong scissorsReplaceable 154CM wire cuttersOutside-opening bladesUnique blade exchanger for saw and fileFour outside-opening bladesLarge and small bit driversLanyard ring
Large BladeSmall BladeCorkscrewCan OpenerSlotted Screwdriver 3 mm (also suitable for Philips)Bottle OpenerSlotted Screwdriver 6 mmWire StripperKey RingTweezersToothpickScissorsMultipurpose HookWood SawFish Scaler with Hook Disgorger and Ruler (cm + inches)Nail FileMetal FileNail CleanerMetal SawSlotted Screwdriver 2 mmWood ChiselCombination Pliers with Wire CutterCable Lug CrimperPhillips ScrewdriverUniversal WrenchBallpoint Pen with Dip-Switch AdjusterNeedleMini Slotted Screwdriver (fits in corkscrew)Sewing Eye (in broader)Bit HolderBit Screwdriver with Inbus bitPhilips bit 0Philips bit 1Slotted Bit 4 mmPhilips bit 2Allen Key BitTorx Bit 8Torx Bit 10Torx Bit 15LED White LightMagnifier (5x magnification, diameter 18mm)Pruning KnifeElectrician’s Knife with Wire Dismantling SectionSpatulaCap LifterWatch Case OpenerClock AltimeterBarometerAlarmCountdown TimerTimerThermometer C/F Degrees
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Combination pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty multipurpose tasksHome improvementsCar workBike workSurvival tasksDIY tasksAdventurous explorers and survivalists
Collectors seeking extensive functionalityUsers wanting an all-in-one multi-toolPeople requiring many integrated tools in one device
Common praise
Large selection of toolsHigh build qualityStrong pliers and scissorsEasy-to-use locksInterchangeable saw and file bladesQuick access to outside-opening blades
Exceptional tool variety and integrationHigh build quality and precise craftsmanshipVersatility for many uses beyond typical pocket knivesDurable and reliable construction
Common complaints
Heavy weight relative to smaller multi-toolsLarge size may be bulky for some users
Heavy and bulky for pocket carryPliers have ergonomics issuesNot suitable for one-handed openingMay be overwhelming for users needing fewer functions