Comparison Console
Victorinox Explorer vs Victorinox Locksmith
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Victorinox Explorer stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Explorer stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Explorer stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Explorer stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Explorer stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Explorer stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Explorer stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 22% 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$65Cheapest
US$74.43Most expensive
Weight
101 g (3.56 oz)Lightest
153 g (5.40 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Open length
Unknown
201 mm (7.91 in)
Dimensions
Width
26 mm (1.02 in)Lowest
31 mm (1.22 in)Highest
Thickness
22 mm (0.87 in)Thickest
21.5 mm (0.85 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
16Most tools
14Fewest tools
Tools
Blade, largeBlade, smallCorkscrewReamer, punch and sewing awlScissorsPhillips screwdriver 1/2Multipurpose hookMagnifying glassKey ringTweezersToothpickBottle openerCan openerScrewdriver 3 mmScrewdriver 6 mmWire stripper
Blade, largeReamer, punchCan openerScrewdriver, 3mmBottle openerScrewdriver 5mm, lockableWire stripperWood sawMetal sawMetal filePhilips screwdriver 1/2Key ringToothpickTweezers
Plier type
Unknown
N/A
One-hand opening
No
Yes
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
General everyday tasksLight repairsCamping and outdoor exploration
Everyday carryCompact multitool with multiple functionsPortable useLight sawing and cutting tasks
Common praise
Versatile toolset with 16 useful functionsCompact and well-built with Swiss qualityIncludes unique magnifying glass toolComes with a leather pouch (at some retailers)
Compact and versatile tool with many integrated functions.Liner lock system for safety.Wood saw is effective for wood and plastic.Quality stainless steel blades and tools.
Common complaints
Blade not lockable, safety concerns for some usersNo one-hand opening mechanismSome find tool deployment a bit stiff
No scissors included unlike similar models.Weight is around 153 grams which may be heavy for some users.No sheath or pocket clip information available from sources.
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