Is Leatherman still the king of the multi-tool or are there better options out there? In this video I explore alternatives from GOAT, Gerber, SOG, Roxon, and Victorinox to see who wears the crown.
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00:00 - Leatherman Killer? Intro
00:29 - GOAT Tool
06:37 - Ridge Wallet - Sponsored Content
09:39 - SOG Power Access Deluxe
14:54 - Gerber MP600 Bladeless Multitool
19:49 - Roxon Phantom
24:58 - Leatherman Killers?
25:59 - Victorinox Spirit
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Hi Jon , a while ago I flogged my leatherman surge and replaced it with a victorinox ranger, knipex mini combination pliers, knipex mini waterpump pliers, knipex co bolt mini bolt cutters, pic quic stubby multi bit screw driver with 5 extra long pic quic bits and a stanley close quarters hack saw ... plus my 14 inch ,ovalised, tool steel gorilla bar and d2 tool steel khukri... All the tools in my new kit are wayyy out of the league of any other tools of the same size ..obviously the Weight and bulk of my tool kit is ridiculously huge . But the performance is unbeatable for urban shtf survival. If I was still into multi tools as a stand alone kit item ,I would definitely buy the GOAT multi tool . Everyone knows you're the world's leading authority on edc gadgets ... this video further demonstrates that fact . .. really excellent video as always jon .... thanks .
Being a guy who has carried a multitool daily for 30 years, and having a drawer full of them, this is one of the best put together reviews I have seen!! Having lived in the UK for a while (for some time carrying a locking blade not knowing the possible reprecussions, understanding the value of removing a blade is great.). Really informative and impartial. Thanks for a great bit of advice!!
Worst case scenario, you can carry it around with the blade removed and put it in when needed. It would be nice to see a higher quality version of that concept with a nicer steel.
I like how you jump right into the video, just giving a head-nod to the intro.
thanks for feedback - good to know 👍
The blade exchanger on the roxon is awesome, I wish Victorinox had something similar
would be good to see more innovation like this
Victorinox tools lock in place and won't move a μm, have mine for 2 years and there's still not the slightest hint of play on any of the tools. Not sure if such a feature would compromise that because if it did, I could do without.
I simply would not consider anything other than a swiss tool, perfect size everything works perfectly and it will hold up against dedicated tools making it a genuine everyday work tool rather than a get out of emergency.
Looks cool, but simple is best. Too many moving parts, too many places for dirt and grit, to many ways to fail.
I bought my Gerber back in 1993. I used it to fix the UH-1H Huey I serviced when I was in the US Army. It never failed me and I still have it today. Now it’s mounted inside my Jeep and continues to serve me well. I have two leathermans, one is each of my other vehicles. All great.
Gerber is a great multi tool and not talked about enough. I have one that I purchased 30 years ago, used almost everyday for 8 years and it still looks brand new, just had to replace one E clip on the slide opener 10 years ago. Also have a Leatherman that I do not like.
I came here for the multi tools and somehow ended up buying another Ridge wallet.
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I love my Leatherman wave.on my belt everyday.and use it almost everyday.thanks for your reviews
I did a lot of comparing multi tools when it was time for me to replace my disgusting SOG tool. I ended up with Victorinox. I’ve never been disappointed, it goes everywhere I go, and I use it daily. The only thing I wish they would do is add replaceable wire cutters.
Great video! Thanks for sharing-I was particularly curious about the Roxon tool, so I'm glad I found this 🙂
Good video and discussion, thanks for showing us those!
Thanks for the well done video. Been looking for a replacement to my very old Wave and this was helpful. Keep up the good work!
I've tried Leatherman, Gerber, and Victorinox of different varieties through the years. I've landed on a compact Victorinox for my keychain (Rambler with custom scales) and the Wave+ for my bag and rarely find myself wanting anything else. Quality review. That GOAT tool has my attention.
I like that SOG, GOAT and Gerber try weird and different things, even if they have some failures. Personally my normal work EDC is a SOG Power Access Deluxe, alternating with LM Surge and Gerber Dual Force. Great video, thanks.
Many thanks for the feedback
What I really want is a completely easily configurable multitool where I can swap things out as I please, that also has a good enough selection of tools that I don't have to worry about buying into it and then not having enough options in the future. I'm keeping my eye on the GOAT reviews.
I have had my GOAT for a few months now (I was one of the early Kickstarter buyers) and I have had it attached to my suspenders every day since I received it. I have it customized to my liking and have used it a lot. My reformatting the tools made the scissors a little awkward somehow but I would definitely recommend this product.
Really enjoyed this review of the multitools! Thank you!
Goat will not cut wire correctly unless you grind out the pliers for the cutters to work properly, so its a no go for me. Thank you for sharing this comparison review. Kudos from NYC🗽.
Thanks for the feedback!
So I bought a broken wave for 25 dollars and sent it to leatherman. A week later I got a new wave in the mail. That was was my first of many leathermans a few years ago.
Thanks Ever So Much for Your Reviews - God Bless You n Your Family
Jon I have been watching your content for about 6 months and I just wanna say I love what you do and I believe in you
Great content I'm on my third leatherman surge now they do warhe out and they do honnr there warranty thanks to leatherman team
For me it's the NexTool Black Knight. I think it blows all other multitools out of the water. Ticks all the boxes. Non locking blade for EDC (but also available in a locking version), fold out pliers, fold out scissors, 3D Phillips screwdriver, flat screwdriver, takes screwdriver bits, and has a saw and awl. Nothing from Leatherman or any of the other brands can compete with this for me. It's mainly having both the pliers and scissors that set it apart.
I’ve got the Nextool Flagship, which is very similar. Gives you the large Roxon scissors in a smaller tool overall. It’s below Leatherman quality (there’s some pitting in the steel), but worth the $30 I paid.
A ton of leathermans/gerbers/sogs offer that layout plus more/less and many other variants...
I haven't seen a single Leatherman/Gerber/SOG tool with that layout - with *both* foldout pliers and foldout scissors (as in full size). Please point me to some?
Victorinox the best
That is a fine group of contenders! I've been Leatherman loyal for years but over time have acquired a scattering of multi-tools from other makers. Of those, I've found the modestly-priced Gerber Suspension-NXT to be the one that's met every demand put upon it for medium-duty work..
Great review thanks….Leatherman continues to lead the way for me !
That Roxon has some really great ideas. Hope they become more common.
Thank you for this excellent service. My mind has been put at ease. There really is only leatherman. If I lost the surge that I've carried every working day for nearly twenty years I would have to buy another immediately. Cost be dammed.
Yes sir I'm in that way of thinking my self... straight to academy to buy another that day
Nice video Jon!!! Thanks!!! This Christmas i was gifted with a Sog Powerlock S60 with scissors. I also have a Wave, Gerber and so on... But Sog is amazing... Cheers from Spain!!
Great review as always, that Roxon 6 quirky and worth adding to the collection. I have a few multitools (Leatherman, Gerber, Schrade, SOG, Victorinox) and for me Victorinox is top of the pile when it comes to fit and finish or ease of use. I only wish they came with a blameless version to be UK compliant. FYI I made my MP600 UK compliant by taking the knife of and replacing it with washers.
I started my multi tool collection with Gerber. I’ve bought several Leatherman tools along the way looking for something “better”, but keep coming back to Gerber. Not every design is a winner. Some have been real stinkers. However, Dime, MP 800 Legend, MP 600, and now Dual Force are my go to tools. I also EDC an Armbar Drive Slim, alongside a Victorinox Compact, because I’m constantly needing a good screwdriver. Videos like this do help, as I never stop looking for “better” tools.
Just waiting for the arc to hit then that will be my go to leathetman.
Yep 👍
I am also very interested in to getting 1 of them also
Thank you for the video. Before watching your video, I was considering buying the Leatherman Signal Aqua, but it would have put me in a financial bind. Then I saw your review of the Gerber Gear Multi-Plier, and I liked it. I ordered two different second-hand ones and adjusted the parts myself to obtain a multi-tool with all the functions I needed. I'm still using it. I mounted the materials that were not useful to me on the other tool and sold it. Honestly, it was incredibly economical and I got exactly the functionalities I wanted in a tool. Thank you again for preparing this video.
The blade on the roxon is 5cr, but the cool thing is that the spare blades you buy are 8cr13mov! So nice
Good to know. Thanks Dom 👍
I bought my Gerber tool in the late nineties to use in my work in outside broadcast tv. Single handed opening was essential and the plier jaws had to be big enough and strong enough to open, hold and close the rear ferrule on a camera cable Triax connector. Still going strong. Only quibble would be the durability of the wire cutter jaws.
I liked the roxon tool. But compared to the price of the wave, the roxon isn’t my cup of tea. Great video Mr. Gadget thanks!
Great content as always, Jon! I have several Gerber Multi-Pliers, including the MP400 and MP600. I do like the tools, but the replaceable cutters are quite brittle and tend to break. Stock up on replacements if you plan to do a lot of wire cutting. They are often out of stock on Gerber's site but can be had on the secondary market.
The wire cutters are standard tool blades, and more robust makes are available it you look around.
Hearing about the Victorinox Multi-tool makes sense, as Victorinox is behind the Swiss Army Knife
I do have the SOG Power Access Deluxe and I like that you bring out the 1/4" socket and then show the adapter. Most video's I see view the 1/4" as only for the bits and not actually for socket wrenchs. I like to keep my SOG Power Access Deluxe with my tools and am considering building a tool pouch around it too. Most things I do around the house is not heavy so I sure I can find many uses for it and tools. I like your MP 600, mine do not have the replaceable cutters, but did you know the 3d philips is for an adapter for 1/4" hex bits? The Gerber bit adapter kit fits and the Letheraman bit kit for my Supertool 300 fit too. Thanks for the videos and keep them comeing. 🙂
Ive had a Snap-on variant of the MP600 for around 3/4 years now, I use it almost daily at work. I can open all tools one handed, which is great for certain situations. Only downfall is that the wire cutters seem to wear very quickly, used mainly on mig welding wire. A little bulky for a pocket, so better with the pouch on a belt. I tried a SOG power pint, which was a nice lighter alternative for adding screwdriver options but ive switch back to the dependable robust gerber as my mainstay work carry
The GOAT Tool is nice but the wire cutter needs redesign and the file could be better. I just love the option to change the tools to my needs without special tool set.
Totally agree
While not perfect, and a few of the tools need a little work but I think the GOAT is the ideal uk multitool. With non locking options and the ability to actually remove the blade makes it so convenient. And at some point 3rd party tool options its got great potential. I really like mine and it's relegated my LM Bond to living in a pack. Cheers Jon 🍻
I carry the smaller mp 400 Gerber. The nice thing about the Gerber none of the others has is one handed opening. I can't count how many times I didn't want to put something down in my other hand to get my tool out. I love my Gerber.
The Victorinox Spirit X is a fantastic competitor. The design is better. I own both the Spirit X and Wave, for me, you have to own both :)
Leatherman ARC, that's what we want to see!
I love that squared off look of the goat tool
Great review as always. Carried & used a Leatherman Surge for years… nothing else comes close as far as versatility & capability. However, when it’s not with me, a Victorinox Farmer X is close to perfect in a much smaller package.
You can't go wrong with leatherman. My surge has taking a beating and is solid.
5:15 … “A very large flat head come scraper” I had this on in the background and had to have a re listen after that one! 😂 Great video
22:07 I would argue that 3Cr15Mov sits *significitantly* lower in the spectrum of quality than 440c, which is more comparable to 9Cr18Mov.
thanks for feedback - can't argue except not sure all others are 440c - SOG is vague just quoting 440
I EDC a LM Knifeless Rebar after having tried many makes and models of multi-tools over the years. Didn’t get the Knifeless version because of any crazy laws (the fact even a locking blade on a multi-tool could be illegal anywhere is mind boggling) but because I carry a larger, quality, dedicated knife (locking) as well. As far as quality and warranty go Leatherman is unmatched in my opinion. And in almost all cases they also are superior when it comes to size and weight. Being a huge believer in “the best tool is the one you have on you” the fact that the Knifeless Rebar is a tool I never leave my bedroom without makes it the best for me.
I was wondering if you could review the Victorinox Farmer X, in my opinion one of the best SAKs money can buy. I’ve carried the Knifeless Rebar and the Crunch, both have more than I could want but are a tad more cumbersome than a SAK where the knife, scissors, bottle opener and screwdrivers meet my everyday needs… the farmer aces it by having the saw for when I’m out in the garden or in the woods. It surprised me how little the pliers were necessary … and when they are, the crunch does a much better job having locking pliers!
love to see that in a market that's been dominated for so long (and admittedly, rightfully so) by leatherman, there's still competitors making innovations and even new blood entering the arena. my top requirement in a multitool, and all knives, is zero free play or looseness, but if it weren't for that I would go buy a roxon right now
Victorinox - Not the Spirit, their "regular one". Isn't that more common in Europe than the Leatherman?
That tool makes the most sense of any multitool I have seen yet. I am still sporting the original first-generation Leatherman Supertool. Until now I have not found anything worth replacing my Leatherman. That Goat may be the one. Thanks for your video. I just came across your channel yesterday and had to subscribe.
Thanks for the sub and welcome to the channel Johnny
THIS is how you do a proper product comparison!
love my Goat ( with slipjoint knife) , im finished with Leathermans
Love my Gerber Dual Force
Agreed. It doesn't quite suit my work needs, but I really like the design of the tool.
Hi Jon! I’ve been watching your channel since December of 2022 (just want to say thank you for being an inspiration in making my own EDC) I am now looking into multi tools, and I was wondering if you could create a video on UK legal carry multi tools that you recommend, as I don’t want to get into trouble as most multi tools have a fixed blade. I have found very few Multi-Tools that are uk legal carry, I’m not sure if you have other options that you would recommend Thank you for the great videos! :)
Great vid as normal, it would great to hear your thoughts and maybe a comparison video of the 2 uk legal carry leathermans, the bond and the knifeless rebar. I,m leaning towards the rebar as always carry a compact anyway so don,t need the knife blade in the bond. Thoughts? Or even better a vid? Thanks.
Superb review!
Still rocking my original Victorinox Swiss Tool from 1993, only had to replace some of the bits I lost, so I think the X Tool would be a solid option.
Also having the Leatherman Wave+, Bond,, Signal, Sidekick, Micra, Style PS, Free series, lots more, still gravitating to the Swiss tool. My First Victronix Alox from 1985 is still in the EDC rotation too! Leatherman and Victorinox for the win in EDC
I just bought a SOG power pint, and after two days the black finish is chipping off the hinges and you can feel the joints creaking open and closed. For $30 on sale, it's worth getting, but for $50,Id be disappointed.
is it original? sounds bad - I have a satin finish which works well and looks good
@@JonGadget Brand new in clamshell package. I'm doing a review of it on my channel. Since it is a FINISH, not an inherent quality of the metal, it would have to chip eventually. But 5 hours of 'use' seems....early....
Sog heavily underrated imo
Great video. Question hasn’t Victrinox sold more multiTools then Letaherman considering how long they have been around. And I know the pliers do not make a MultiTool. They are one type but not the only type of MultiTool. Love the content as always.
Roxon multitools seem interesting. I wonder where they will come in the future.
Superb review. I agree that the budget option was interesting, but I too would be sceptical of its durability. I have had the same leatherman for over 20 years but have always wanted a Victorinox
I had a Gerber MP but I sent it back to Amazon as I didn't like it. I've always liked the SOG for their pliers and the fact that I could flick it open like a butterfly knife. I'f they pulled their fingers out and went with a magnetic interchangeable tool system, they' have a winner. I think my old SOG powergrip I had was made in USA. I'm not that happy that they outsourced. I'm going to have a look at the goat tools range and maybe I'll be tempted. BTW, you should look at the code 118 card holder system. It's what I carry. No fanning out cards, you simply slide the button and out they pop. I have the accessory plate and elastic strap which I keep dosh or points cards in.
Gerber MP 600 bladeless is such a good companion it is robust and all importantly LIGHT enough for daily carry, take anywhere, and half the time I dont even need to open it just use the pliers head to open packages, pry, or pop bottles.
Good afternoon, Jon. It's a very interesting presentation.
Glad you enjoyed it!
The Roxon looks very promising, easy to upgrade with a better blade steel. I wish, one would come up with something, that puts all the best ideas in ONE tool, like the blade of the Wave in S35VN or Magnacut, the pliers of the SOG Power Access with the rotating hard wire cutters of the GOAT, the exchangeable saw blade and the exchangeable T-shank diamond file of the Leatherman Surge. A ratcheting short bit-extender would make it just perfect - sweet dreams in lonely hours. Thanks for your high quality content Jon.
Nice to see some different brands recommend, because i dont like the leatherman pliers. Im not a fan of non spring loaded ones. Edit: i might have to pick up one of the roxon tools, the phantom and some of the other ones youve shown look pretty nice, fit my needs, and my budget.
Seems like Leatherman with an updated design would be the choice for me!
With the Juice, Squirt, and now also the Micra being discontinued, I'd be much more interested in high quality alternatives in a small form factor. Is there anything out there that has a similarly high quality to the discontinued Leathermans? The Gerber Dime is the most well known alternative but AFAIK, the plier head doesn't come to as precise a tip as pretty much every Leatherman out there, which makes me doubt the precision of the manufacturing overall.
My SOG powerpint is Awesome 🦉
Nextool flagship pro is my go to Multi tool. Everything is accessible from the outside and a full size pair of scissors. It beats my Leatherman Charge hands down.
Bibury is an interesting budget option also.
Have you tried the multitool B/ Bury I got it of amazon it has side opening tools knife saw etc might be worth havo g a look a.d giving g your opinion it's quite solid doesn't wiggle or mi e doesn't I've used it a few times not a bad tool
Excellent comparison!! Could you please explain, what these holes/slits are for that can be seen in some of the tools, e.g. blades, files, etc
Those are to be used to open the tool with one hand only if your other hand is busy by using your thumb
@@hatemd8190 Do I understand correctly, that you would first have to insert some kine of lever?
@@franknobody5965 You would normally open the tool, for example, by holding the whole tool in your hand and using your thumb (inserted into the "cutout") to swing open a particular implement (saw or knife for instance). For other tools you put your thumbnail or fingernail into a notch to open that implement. You might find it helpful to watch some KZhead videos of the Leatherman in actual use.
Appreciate the video. I use to own a Gerber back in the 90s. Got a lot of use out of it. I remember the tool occasionally pinching my hand when using the pliers. I now own the Wave, Surge and soon a Wave+. With the flat bits which I carry with me I feel it is hard to beat. The design of their system allows you to carry and have many options easily. I do like the look of the SOG and also the GOAT. The Victorinox looks fantastic but I have never been a fan of their blades. The design of their blades look cheap on all their products. Just not a fan. Once again, thanks for the video. Overall, I still prefer Leatherman.
The SOG is hands down the best multi tool on the market. I have the leatherman wave, super tool and OHT. I also have the Gerber center drive. The SOG power access pliers hold onto what ever you are working on so much stronger they almost never slip off. If anyone has used the wave much you know when the pliers slip it pinches your hand and it hurts a lot. The rest of the tools on the SOG are easy to access. I am a handyman and I use my multi tool everyday. I will never go back to leatherman of gerber unless they come out with something better then the SOG.
👍🏼I’m a GOAT guy now. :)
The best is Diacamping DL30
Jon nextool have become quite popular in e-stores can you add them in a review soon?
I have all of these and the only one I daily carry is the Victorinox
Leatherman is the only one that can beat Leatherman. Count me as a somewhat disgruntled owner due to the way they handled my Squirt warranty claim; the Micro is NOT a reasonable replacement for a Squirt!
You aren’t the only one not happy with the Leatherman warranty… check out my vid. Juice S2 replaced with a Wingman that was busted from the factory.
I totally agree with the last competitor being the only real one. IN fact, I consider the Spirit to be clearly better than the wave. My personal favorite is the (now discontinued) Spirit S, since the scissors in the Spirit are a bit worse than those in SAKS, of which I usually carry one in addition and as a complement. But if one goes the step not longer to search for the single best multitool, but for the most capable COMBINATION of two (better smaller ones), then everything is changed. One of my preferred combos are Leatherman Crunch plus either a 111mm or 93 mm SAK with saw and pliers. If a third component was allowed in a team comparison., so to say, take a Knipex Cobra 125 or even 150 mm, and you are really ready to go!
I'm satisfied with the fit and finish of my roxon, the scissors on my leatherman wave are a huge letdown and the roxon scissors are phenomenal.
My winner is the Victorinox Swisstool Spirit, for comfortable feel, lots of function, outside access. One set stolen out of cruise ship luggage by baggage inspector. 😒
Jon ihave ordered the tok multitool holster..it says the ink pen size it will hold is .45in and 5.6 long..can you tell me what is a good pen to get please?i do like bolt action pens as well..thank you
I was surprised to see the Victorinox Compact knife. It’s been my EDC carry for 5+ years and I never see it included in lists. I have two modifications. The first is mine came with an eye glass screw driver twisted into the Cork screw which has come in handy. The second is I replaced the tooth pick with a ferro rod. I have been curious if I could trade out the bag hook for a better file.
Imagine if SOG left that driver bit secure without the handle needing to be closed... they have a torque drivers there and it cant be used... that would be super helpful in the shop for small screws you cant risk the drill or press on..
Too many qc issues with sog. I used to love em bit ive had several snap at the bends, and ive had pliers just break. I know i can exchange them with sog but i need em replaced the day they break. Ive never broke a Leatherman
Love your channel, could you post videos more frequently?!😊
Greetings from Italy, Jonathan! In some videos, they recommend the SOG Power Access because of its one hand opening. Just a flick of the wrist. Do you confirm?
Not sure I would want to test S.139 on the Rebar with that awl, it's pointy and has a sharpened edge and is essentially a locking knife, albeit a thick and stubby one.
I am ditching my Leatherman tools for not being uk legal carry. I fancy giving the Goat a go. Also my victorinox tools are great.
Can’t you just dull the knife on it lol😂
The Goat Tool: Is it possible to put the blade to an inner slot? In Germany you are not allowed to carry knives that can be opened with one hand and that lock into place. If I can put the blade inside, it can still lock, what's useful, but I can no longer fold it out with one hand and I can always have the multitool with me.
I replaced my charge for a victorinox spirit almost 5 years ago and havent looked back.
I do own the phantom, however what I would like is its updated version with the bit driver, also The only thing that victorinox have is the L Shape Bit driver, which is capable and complementary to their multitools. I kind of preferred the storm due to the fact it does have the 1/4 inch driver while having most of the benefits of the phantom. Although the phantom does have one handed opening pliers which isn't all the multitool who does that, including leathermans, which only have that with the free series and does it without magnets. As for budget multitools the black knight is one of the bests. But I also found many other budget alternatives to leatherman, that despite leatherman still doing great quality stuff, I mean most chinese multitools doesn't have the best materials, but they have some things that beats certain leathermans just like the big scissors, standard bit drivers and so on. I think the SOG is one of the most intereting as well with the pliers and also the Gerber Dual Force. And as I would like to say I wish leatherman do a bigger version of the crunch because that would be unique. It will offer a big locking plier and somewhat compact multitool excellent for HVAC techs and plumbers.
Victorinox Swiss Tool X Plus at home, a Victorinox Tinker in my shoulder pack, I'm good. But I always enjoy these reviews
Based on Jon's comment about the "ingenious 1/4 inch bit holder" of the SOG, I bought one. Actually I bought 2, one for me and one for a friend. Both of us use 1/4" bits often for our bikes. Well, the 1/4" bit holder is clever but it doesn't work. If you try to apply torque, just from your hand, the bit simply slips. I then figured my SOG had a manufacturing defect and tried my friend's. Same issue. I would have thought that Jon would actually try the tools in the field before describing them. An unboxing video is one thing but a true comparison video needs a higher standard than just comparing things like blade length and tool weight.
I got the leatherman signal and debating goat or victorinox. Maybe I will get both?
A swiss tool is excellent mine is my edc and used daily at work. It really holds up to proper regular use, even against dedicated quality tools from brands like knipex wera etc.