Leatherman Surge vs Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X
Leatherman Surge ($130) vs Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X ($130) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Surge | Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X |
|---|
| Price | $130 | $130 |
| Weight | 294g | 174g |
| Tools | 21 | 24 |
| Blades | Large + extra-large serrated | — |
| Pliers | Needle-nose + regular + wire cutter | Yes |
| Weight | 294g | 174g |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Case | Leather sheath included | — |
| Lock | — | All blades lock |
| Scissors | — | Long-reach |
| Origin | — | Switzerland |
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)
Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X
- All 24 tools lock — superior to most competitors
- Swiss manufacturing quality is unmatched
- Scissors reach beyond the body for large work
- $130 is competitive with Leatherman Wave
- Less brand recognition than Leatherman in USA
- 174g heavier than Wave+ despite fewer perceived tools
Leatherman Surge is the better value at $130. If weight matters most, Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X carries lighter at 174g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.