Leatherman Skeletool CX vs Leatherman Skeletool RX
Leatherman Skeletool CX ($99.95) vs Leatherman Skeletool RX ($99.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Skeletool CX | Leatherman Skeletool RX |
| Price | $99.95 | $99.95 |
| Weight | 142g | 141.7g |
| Tools | 7 | — |
| Weight | 142g | 141.7g (Leatherman published) |
| Handle | Carbon fiber + stainless | — |
| Clip | Carabiner | — |
| Blade | 154CM steel (CX version) | — |
| Pliers | Needle-nose + regular | — |
| Material | — | Stainless steel, 154CM blade |
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 Skeletool RX
- Skeletool weight and layout
- 154CM blade
- Carabiner opener
- Serrated blade only
- $99.95
Leatherman Skeletool CX is the better value at $99.95. If weight matters most, Leatherman Skeletool RX carries lighter at 141.7g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.