Leatherman Skeletool CX vs Wera Zyklop Mini 2
Leatherman Skeletool CX ($105) vs Wera Zyklop Mini 2 ($90) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Skeletool CX | Wera Zyklop Mini 2 |
|---|
| Price | $105 | $90 |
| Weight | 142g | 90g |
| Tools | 7 | — |
| Weight | 142g | — |
| Handle | Carbon fiber + stainless | — |
| Clip | Carabiner | — |
| Blade | 154CM steel (CX version) | — |
| Pliers | Needle-nose + regular | — |
| Drive | — | 4mm hex |
| Tooth | — | 72 |
| Bits | — | Bit carousel |
| Material | — | Chrome-vanadium |
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
- $105 for a 7-tool
- No scissors
- Minimalism frustrates some
Wera Zyklop Mini 2
- German quality
- 72-tooth
- Bit carousel
- Overkill for some
- Bits add bulk
Wera Zyklop Mini 2 is the better value at $90. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.