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Victorinox Spartan vs Victorinox Climber
Victorinox Spartan ($40) vs Victorinox Climber ($45) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Victorinox Spartan | Victorinox Climber |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $40 | $45 |
| Weight | 88g | 82g |
| Functions | 12 | — |
| Length | 91mm | 3.6 in closed |
| Steel | Nailox stainless | — |
| Layers | 2 main + accessories | — |
| Origin | Ibach, Switzerland | — |
| Weight | ~88g | 2.9 oz (about 82 g), per victorinox.com |
| Features | — | 14 |
| Handle | — | ABS/cellidor |
| Blade lock | — | No |
| One-hand opening | — | No |
Pros & Cons
Victorinox Spartan
- $40 excellent value
- Can + bottle opener practical
- 12 functions no bulk
- Swiss Made reliability
- 91mm standard fits pouches
- No blade lock
- Can opener needs practice
- Fewer tool layers than Leatherman
Victorinox Climber
- Scissors, corkscrew and both screwdrivers in one body
- Lifetime warranty
- Built in Switzerland
- Cheaper than most Leatherman-class tools
- Blades do not lock
- No one-hand opening
- 1 in thick, noticeable in a pocket
- Pocket-clip carry is not an option, no clip
Victorinox Spartan is the better value at $40. If weight matters most, Victorinox Climber carries lighter at 82g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.