Comparison Console
Leatherman Tread vs Leatherman Tread LT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Tread stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Tread stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Tread stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 280% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 83% 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$46Cheapest
US$175Most expensive
Weight
170.1 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
145 mm (5.71 in)
Unknown
Open length
220 mm (8.66 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
33 mm (1.30 in)Highest
18 mm (0.71 in)Lowest
Thickness
6 mm (0.24 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
29Most tools
26Fewest tools
Tools
Slot screwdriverPhillips screwdriverHex drivers including 1/4 inch driverScribe toolCutting hookSIM card removal toolBottle openerOxygen tank wrenchCarbide glass breaker
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
N/A
N/A
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
EDC users needing a wearable multitoolTravelers needing TSA-compliant toolsUsers wanting a customizable wearable tool bracelet
Wearable multitool for everyday carrySituations where standard multitools are not allowedTasks requiring a variety of driver tools
Common praise
Innovative wearable designHighly customizable link systemTSA compliant for travelDurable 17-4 stainless steel constructionUseful variety of tools for everyday fixes
Wide range of tools integrated into a wearable braceletImproved comfort and lighter weight compared to original TreadDurable 17-4 stainless steel construction
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and bulky for a bracelet (about 170 g)Lack of pliers and scissors limits functionalitySome users find adjusting links trickyScrews can loosen over timeLess functionality compared to full-sized 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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