Leatherman Free P2 vs Leatherman Skeletool CX
Leatherman Free P2 ($160) vs Leatherman Skeletool CX ($105) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Free P2 | Leatherman Skeletool CX |
|---|
| Price | $160 | $105 |
| Weight | 216g | 142g |
| Tools | 19 | 7 |
| Architecture | All-external magnetic open | — |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Warranty | 25 years | — |
| Origin | Portland, OR USA | — |
| Weight | ~216g | 142g |
| Handle | — | Carbon fiber + stainless |
| Clip | — | Carabiner |
| Blade | — | 154CM steel (CX version) |
| Pliers | — | Needle-nose + regular |
Pros & Cons
Leatherman Free P2
- All tools external access
- Magnetic one-hand opening
- No cut risk
- 19 tools comprehensive
- 25-year warranty USA made
- $160 premium
- 216g heavier than competitors
- Magnetic attracts debris
Leatherman Skeletool CX
- 142g actually pocketable
- 154CM blade on CX is premium
- Carabiner integrates into carry
- 7 tools covers 95% of tasks
- Carbon fiber handle looks sharp
- $105 for a 7-tool
- No scissors
- Minimalism frustrates some
Leatherman Skeletool CX is the better value at $105. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.