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SOG PowerAssist vs SOG Tellus MT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerAssist stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAssist stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 8% 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$98.85Most expensive
Weight
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
193 g (6.81 oz)Lightest
Closed length
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Open length
178 mm (7.01 in)
178 mm (7.01 in)
Dimensions
Width
48 mm (1.89 in)Highest
18 mm (0.71 in)Lowest
Thickness
17 mm (0.67 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
16Most tools
15Fewest tools
Tools
PliersGripperHard wire cutterWire crimperBlasting cap crimperStraight-edge bladeFully serrated blade3-sided fileLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverCan openerSmall screwdriverBottle openerMedium screwdriverV-cutterRulers
PliersBladeSawFlat screwdriverPhillips screwdriverAwlChiselTweezersScissorsFirestarterBottle openerFileSmall screwdriverTin-openerWire cutter
Plier type
Compound leverage pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
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
CampingEveryday carrySurvivalTacticalOutdoor useCampsite tasksAdventure 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
Compact and lightweightIncludes a comprehensive set of essential outdoor toolsDurable and grippy G10 handlesGood cutting and gripping power due to Compound LeverageEasy tool fold away and storage in nylon pouch
Common complaints
No pocket clip includedTool is somewhat heavy for its size
No pocket clip included
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