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Leatherman Skeletool CX vs Leatherman Bit Kit #1

Leatherman Skeletool CX ($99.95) vs Leatherman Bit Kit #1 ($20) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.

Leatherman Skeletool CX
Leatherman
Skeletool CX
$99.95
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Leatherman Bit Kit #1
Leatherman
Bit Kit #1
$20
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Spec-by-spec
SpecLeatherman Skeletool CXLeatherman Bit Kit #1
Price$99.95$20
Weight142g45.4g
Tools7—
Weight142g45.4g (Leatherman published)
HandleCarbon fiber + stainless—
ClipCarabiner—
Blade154CM steel (CX version)—
PliersNeedle-nose + regular—
Material—Double-ended driver bits
Pros & Cons

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
  • $99.95 for a 7-tool
  • No scissors
  • Minimalism frustrates some

Leatherman Bit Kit #1

  • 22 tips in 45.4 g
  • Covers Torx, Phillips, Pozi and Robertson
  • $20 for a full set
  • Useful mainly with a bit-driver tool
  • No handle included
Leatherman Bit Kit #1 is the better value at $20. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.
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