Comparison Console
SOG PowerLock vs Victorinox Skipper Pro
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG PowerLock stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 10% 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$80Cheapest
US$93.53Most expensive
Weight
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
180 g (6.35 oz)Lightest
Closed length
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
Open length
178 mm (7.01 in)Shortest
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
58 mm (2.28 in)Highest
34 mm (1.34 in)Lowest
Thickness
19 mm (0.75 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
18
18
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
Lock blade (serrated)CorkscrewCan opener with small screwdriverBottle opener with screwdriverWire insulation removerPuncher/reamerKey ringTweezersToothpickKnot loosener with spike (marlin spike)PliersWire cutterWire benderPhillips screwdriverLanyardShackle openerWire crimping toolLanyard
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
Sailing and marine useEveryday carry for sailorsTasks requiring multiple tools in nautical environment
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
Robust and reliable toolset for sailing and marine tasksGood quality stainless steel blade and toolsSecure locking bladesCompact yet comprehensive tool selection
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
No pocket clip for easy carryNot designed for one-handed openingRelatively heavy compared to smaller multitools
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