Leatherman Surge vs Leatherman Skeletool RX
Leatherman Surge ($130) 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 Surge | Leatherman Skeletool RX |
| Price | $130 | $99.95 |
| Weight | 294g | 141.7g |
| Tools | 21 | — |
| Blades | Large + extra-large serrated | — |
| Pliers | Needle-nose + regular + wire cutter | — |
| Weight | 294g | 141.7g (Leatherman published) |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Case | Leather sheath included | — |
| Material | — | Stainless steel, 154CM blade |
Pros & Cons
Leatherman Surge
- 21 tools most complete ever
- All tools outside-accessible
- Spring-action pliers
- Blade exchange system
- 25-year warranty Leatherman
- 294g heaviest Leatherman
- Too big for pocket carry
- Not TSA-friendly (blades)
Leatherman Skeletool RX
- Skeletool weight and layout
- 154CM blade
- Carabiner opener
- Serrated blade only
- $99.95
Leatherman Skeletool RX is the better value at $99.95. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.