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SOG Flash MT vs SOG PowerAssist
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SOG Flash MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. SOG Flash MT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 129% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG Flash MT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 105% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 129% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 34% 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$70Cheapest
US$75Most expensive
Weight
133 g (4.69 oz)Lightest
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Open length
141 mm (5.55 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
48 mm (1.89 in)
Thickness
Unknown
17 mm (0.67 in)
Tools
Tool count
7Fewest tools
16Most tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersWirecuttersCenter-drive screwdriverBottle openerPry toolAssisted-open knifeMagnetic bit holder
PliersGripperHard wire cutterWire crimperBlasting cap crimperStraight-edge bladeFully serrated blade3-sided fileLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverCan openerSmall screwdriverBottle openerMedium screwdriverV-cutterRulers
Plier type
Compound leverage pliers
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLightweight multitool useGeneral purpose tasks
Outdoor camping and hikingEDC (Everyday Carry)Work in warehouse, office, or homeBackpackingFishingCampingSurvival scenariosHeavy duty cutting and gripping needs
Common praise
Very light for a full-size multitoolExcellent pliers with good leveragePractical and thin slicey bladeDeep-carry pocket clip that balances well
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
Handle is less comfortable due to tool cavitiesSmall driver may not work well on large fastenersSome blade play due to assisted opening mechanism
No pocket clip includedTool is somewhat heavy for its size
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