Comparison Console
SOG PowerPlier S44 vs Victorinox EvoWood 17
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 2% 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$58Most expensive
US$55Cheapest
Weight
156 g (5.50 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Open length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
149 mm (5.87 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
28 mm (1.10 in)
Thickness
Unknown
23 mm (0.91 in)
Tools
Tool count
13
13
Tools
Needlenose pliersWire cuttersPartially serrated bladeSmall flathead screwdriverLarge flathead screwdriverPhillips screwdriverFileCan openerBottle openerAwlRulersLanyardSocket driver
BladeNail fileNail cleanerScissorsCan openerSmall screwdriverLarge locking screwdriverCap lifterWire stripperWood sawCorkscrewPunch/reamerKeyring
Plier type
Compound leverage pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLight repair tasksMulti-tool functionalityPortable on-the-go use
General everyday carryLight outdoor tasksCamping and hiking supportSmall cutting tasks
Common praise
Effective compound leverage increases gripping forceCompact and lightweight for easy carryIncludes diverse essential toolsOne-handed opening mechanism
Well made with quality materialsElegant walnut wood handle adds classSharp blade and reliable scissorsCompact toolset with many practical functionsComfortable ergonomic handle design
Common complaints
Discontinued model, potentially limited availabilityNo integrated pocket clip for carry
Tool thickness notable for pocket carryNo pocket clip includedTools require two hands to openWood handle may be sensitive to water exposure
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