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SOG PowerAssist vs SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the thinnest option for thickness, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the thickest option for thickness, with about a 12% 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$75Cheapest
US$79.99Most expensive
Weight
272 g (9.59 oz)
272 g (9.59 oz)
Closed length
117 mm (4.61 in)
117 mm (4.61 in)
Open length
178 mm (7.01 in)
178 mm (7.01 in)
Dimensions
Width
48 mm (1.89 in)Lowest
58 mm (2.28 in)Highest
Thickness
17 mm (0.67 in)Thinnest
19 mm (0.75 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
PliersGripperHard wire cutterWire crimperBlasting cap crimperStraight-edge bladeFully serrated blade3-sided fileLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverCan openerSmall screwdriverBottle openerMedium screwdriverV-cutterRulers
Pliers/gripperHard wire cutterWire crimperBlast cap crimperDouble-toothed wood sawHalf-serrated bladeThree-sided fileLarge flat screwdriverMedium flat screwdriverSmall flat screwdriverPhillips screwdriverRulerAwlV-cutterBottle openerCan opener1/4-inch driverLanyard hole
Plier type
Compound leverage pliers
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor camping and hikingEDC (Everyday Carry)Work in warehouse, office, or homeBackpackingFishingCampingSurvival scenariosHeavy duty cutting and gripping needs
Cutting tasks requiring strong leverageElectrical and wire workOutdoor and camping useExplosive ordnance disposal tasks
Common praise
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
Powerful compound leverage pliers for easy cutting and grippingWide selection of useful toolsDurable build for heavy duty useIncluded nylon sheath and pocket clip for easy carry
Common complaints
No pocket clip includedTool is somewhat heavy for its size
Deployment of individual tools can be cumbersome as multiple tools may move togetherLock mechanism has some looseness causing tool wiggleSmaller tools like file and Phillips driver may be prone to rust without maintenance
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