Victorinox Spartan vs Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X
Victorinox Spartan ($40) 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 | Victorinox Spartan | Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X |
|---|
| Price | $40 | $130 |
| Weight | 88g | 174g |
| Functions | 12 | — |
| Length | 91mm | — |
| Steel | Nailox stainless | — |
| Layers | 2 main + accessories | — |
| Origin | Ibach, Switzerland | Switzerland |
| Weight | ~88g | 174g |
| Tools | — | 24 |
| Lock | — | All blades lock |
| Pliers | — | Yes |
| Scissors | — | Long-reach |
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 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
Victorinox Spartan is the better value at $40. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.