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SOG PowerLock vs Victorinox Handyman
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Victorinox Handyman stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Handyman stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Handyman stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Handyman stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Handyman stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Handyman stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Handyman stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 29% 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$80Most expensive
US$75Cheapest
Weight
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
155 g (5.47 oz)Lightest
Closed length
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
90.9 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Open length
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
58 mm (2.28 in)Highest
27.5 mm (1.08 in)Lowest
Thickness
19 mm (0.75 in)Thinnest
28 mm (1.10 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
18Fewest tools
24Most tools
Tools
PliersNeedle nose pliersWire crimperHard wire cutterAwlFile (three-sided)GripperBlasting cap crimperBolt grip channelBottle openerCan openerLarge flat screwdriverMedium flat screwdriverSmall flat screwdriverPhilips screwdriverQuarter-inch driverWood saw (double-tooth)V-cutter
BladeSmall bladeCap lifter with 5 mm screwdriverWire stripperCan opener with 3 mm screwdriverCorkscrewReamer punch and sewing awlScissorsMulti purpose hookWood sawChisel2 mm screwdriverNail file with metal fileMetal sawNail cleanerPliers with wire cuttersWire crimperTweezersToothpickKey ring
Plier type
Compound leverage pliers
Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
CuttingGrippingPersonal careWork requiring pliers with compound leverageElectrical use including wire cutting and crimpingGeneral EDC tasks
CampingDIY tasksEveryday carryWood sawingCordage cuttingElectronic repairs
Common praise
Powerful compound leverage pliers that open quickly and provide twice the cutting power18 essential tools in a robust, reliable packageAffordable price point compared to similar multitoolsDurable construction with reliable locking mechanism
Several tools integrated for versatile useCompact and well-made Swiss Army KnifeGood balance of tools including pliers and blades
Common complaints
Larger size and weight compared to more compact EDC multitoolsTools require opening pliers first to access, reducing quick single-hand tool accessWire cutting blades do not have user-replaceable insertsSome risk of knuckle injury when opening pliers quickly
Somewhat heavy at 155 gramsNo one-handed opening mechanismSlipjoint lock rather than locking blade
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