10 Best Multi Tools In 2021

Designed for performance, the Leatherman Skeletool is probably the best choice for a hard job. Both the blade and the tools are a bit longer compared to other models, which gives you a slight advantage. Another great addition is the locking feature that keeps the tools in place, so you don’t get injured.

Included Tools

While you might think that only 7 tools on the Leatherman Skeletool aren’t enough, actually using the multi-tool quickly proves the opposite. Besides the pliers as the main tool, the Skeletool also features a large exchangeable bit driver (compatible with Bit Kit), a half-serrated knife, wire cutters, a pocket clip, and a carabiner/bottle opener combo.

Size and Weight

The handle of the Skeletool is a bit longer than average (4 inches), but that is the secret behind its power. When the knife is open, the total length of the tool goes up to 6.6 inches. Despite all this, the multi-tool weighs only 5 ounces.

Design and Use

When you look at the Leatherman Skeletool, you immediately notice the unusual design of the handle. This was done to reduce the weight and make it easier to carry around. Still, all the pieces are made of 420HC steel, so you don't have to worry about strength when using it.

SUMMARY

From fishermen to backpackers, the Leatherman Micra keychain multi-tool is a favorite of outdoor enthusiasts. It's incredibly compact and easily fits into a small pocket or a tackle box. Furthermore, it's also equipped with a ring that allows you to attach it not only to your keychain but also to a lanyard or even a zipper.

Included Tools

Unlike most other products on this list, the Leatherman Micra pocket multi tool has scissors as the main tool. This is a refreshing change, especially welcomed by people who often need to cut lines or rope. Besides the main piece, Micra offers nine other extensions including a knife, tweezers, various screwdrivers, and many others.

Size and Weight

Weighing only 1.8 ounces, the Leatherman Micra is one of the lightest multi-tools that you’ll come across. As for the size, it measures 2.5 inches when closed and around 4 inches when you open it. All this makes it great for carrying in your pocket because it won’t ever get in your way.

Design and Use

Even though this model is primarily designed for convenience, it still has a very decent performance. It doesn't feel flimsy in the hand, and you can use it for a variety of smaller and larger tasks. The Micra also features Leatherman’s 25-year warranty, and you can get it in six different colors if you wish to boost your style.

If you want to be fully prepared and have all the tools in one package, the Pro-master portable pocket multi tool is the one for you. With a total of 15 tools, this multi-tool is the best-equipped model on our list. However, this also makes it a bit larger and heavier than the competition.

Included Tools

The Pro-Master has pliers as its main tool and comes with a spring-loading mechanism to reduce the strain on your hands. Besides the pieces we already mentioned, this large multi tool also has a knife, a wire cutter, a hook remover, and a saw (among many other things).

Size and Weight

With a closed length of 4 inches and 6.1 inches when open, the Pro-Master is among the full-size models. However, considering the number of tools you get, this can be considered a very compact unit. The total weight is just above 8 ounces, so it won’t be a problem to carry either.

Design and Use

The ergonomic handles sit well in your hands, which is fantastic considering that the entire tool is made of 420 high-carbon stainless steel. To back up their claims about quality, Pro-Master gives you a unique double money-back guarantee for 90 days. This means that not only will you get your money back, but you can also keep the product.

The Leatherman Sidekick multi-tool is a true handyman’s companion. It offers a selection of 14 tools and comes in a nylon sheath that attaches to your belt. It uses the available space well, so all the tools inside have their purpose both indoors and outdoors.

Included Tools

The main tool on the Leatherman multitool Sidekick is spring-action pliers, designed as a combo of regular and needle-nose types. The other 14 tools include various screwdrivers, wire cutters, bottle openers, and even a ruler. Besides plain and serrated knife blades, the Sidekick is also equipped with a small saw that can be very useful in the woods.

Size and Weight

The balance between the overall size and the tools inside makes the Leatherman Sidekick one of the best multitools for everyday carry. Despite being only 3.8 inches long when closed, the heavy-duty tools pack a lot of power even for tougher jobs.

Design and Use

A detail we particularly like is that all the blades are fully accessible from the outside, which greatly increases the ease of use. Finally, the Sidekick tool is entirely made of 420HC stainless steel and comes with a 25-year warranty so you can be sure that you’re getting a multi-tool that will last a lifetime.

Thanks to its Saf.T.Plus component locking system, the Gerber Suspension multi-tool is one of the safest models to use. The great-looking aluminum frame features 12 tools that lock in place when you open them. In addition to the Gerber multitool, the package also includes a ballistic nylon sheath for convenient carrying.

Included Tools

The 12 tools inside this model were carefully selected, so you won't have any unnecessary items adding weight. Gerber Suspension comes with two knives (plain and serrated), scissors, a saw, a file, and several screwdrivers among other things. The main tool is needle nose pliers with an integrated wire cutter near the base.

Size and Weight

One of the most interesting things about this model is its open-frame design that reduces the tool weight. Because of this, the entire tool weighs only 9.6 ounces despite being among the largest models on our list. When on the topic, the Gerber Suspension measures 4 inches when closed and around 6 inches with the pliers open.

Design and Use

Safety and functionality are the main selling points of this multi-tool. All the individual tools are made of stainless steel and the Saf.T.Plus system we mentioned makes this model very enjoyable to use. On top of this, the handle has a butterfly opening that makes everything accessible in seconds.

Compared to all the other multi-tools we have featured, the Gerber Armbar has a somewhat unconventional design. This great little tool resembles a folding pocket knife at first glance but hides a lot more under the surface. It’s equipped with an abundance of great tools in the handle, including some that can’t be found on most other models (a hammer, a pry bar, and an awl for example).

Included Tools

Even though it has fewer tools than many other models (8 in total), it feels like it has all the necessary items in the right place. Besides the unique tools we mentioned, it also comes with a heavy-duty plain edge knife, scissors, bottle opener, and a selection of screwdrivers.

Size and Weight

With only 3.5 inches when closed, the Gerber Armbar fits easily in any pocket. However, when you open the 2.5-inch blade or any other bit, it becomes a powerful tool. When talking about the weight, its 4.1 ounces make it a very good option for everyday use and carry.

Design and Use

We particularly like that all the elements can be easily opened with one hand and that the frame locking system keeps them in place. All the working pieces are made of stainless steel, while the handle is made of textured aluminum to provide a better grip.

The Leatherman Tread Bracelet has the most unique multi-tool design that you’ll come across. Instead of carrying it in your pocket or bag, this multi-tool is made as a wrist bracelet. It’s lightweight, comfortable, and TSA approved so you can even travel with it.

Included Tools

Thanks to its unusual layout, the Leatherman Tread Bracelet fits a total of 29 tools in it. The best thing is that it’s fully modular, allowing you to add or remove links as you please. The tools on this unit include a variety of box wrenches, screwdrivers, glass breakers, and cutting hooks among many others.

Size and Weight

When you lay it open, the Leatherman Tread Bracelet multi tool measures 8.56 inches. While this may be too long for some of you, you can remove the pieces and adjust the length by 0.5 or 1-inch increments to find a perfect fit. Considering the number of tools you get, the weight of 9.6 ounces is very acceptable.

Design and Use

Regardless of how you configure the links, the Leatherman Tread Bracelet feels very nice on the wrist. When you need a tool, taking it off and finding the bit you need takes seconds. The entire bracelet is made of high-quality stainless steel and, like all other multi tool Leatherman models, it comes with a 25-year warranty.