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Leatherman Sidekick
Budget Leatherman with spring-action pliers, plain and serrated blades and a saw instead of scissors.
83/100 best score, for all-round use
- Weight
- 7.0 oz (198 g)
- Closed length
- 3.8 in (97 mm)
- Functional tools
- 13
- Blade steel
- 420HC
- MSRP
- $69.95
Strengths
- Blades open with one hand without unfolding the tool
- Tools lock open
- Pocket clip included
Trade-offs
- No scissors
- No bit driver, only fixed screwdrivers
Strengths and trade-offs are worked out from the specifications and compared with similar tools in our database, not from hands-on testing.
Good for: budget everyday carry, camping on a budget. Not ideal for: users who need scissors, heavy work.
Scores by use
| Use | Score | Tool fit | Portability | Usability | Durability | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-round use | 83 | 79 | 89 | 100 | 50 | 89 |
| Work and trades | 82 | 72 | 100 | 100 | 50 | 86 |
| Camping | 77 | 60 | 100 | 100 | 50 | 80 |
| Fishing | 77 | 66 | 87 | 100 | 50 | 83 |
| Everyday carry | 67 | 60 | 51 | 100 | 50 | 80 |
| Cycling | 58 | 48 | 34 | 100 | 50 | 74 |
| Hiking and backpacking | 55 | 41 | 32 | 100 | 50 | 70 |
Scores come from the data on this page. See the formula.
Tools (13 functions, 14 by the maker's count)
- Needlenose pliers
- Regular pliers
- Wire cutter
- Wire stripper
- Knife
- Serrated knife
- Saw
- Ruler
- Can opener
- Bottle opener
- File
- Phillips screwdriver
- Flathead screwdriver ×2
Specifications
| Brand | Leatherman |
|---|---|
| Form | plier based, mid |
| Weight | 7.0 oz (198 g) |
| Closed length | 3.8 in (97 mm) |
| Open length | 6 in (152 mm) |
| Width | 1.27 in (32 mm) |
| Thickness | 0.56 in (14 mm) |
| Blade steel | 420HC |
| Blade length | 2.6 in (66 mm) |
| One-hand opening | Yes |
| Locking tools | Yes |
| Outside-accessible tools | Yes |
| Bit system | none |
| Price band | 50–100 |
| Warranty | 25-year limited warranty |
| Made in | USA (with global parts) |
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How much does the Leatherman Sidekick weigh?
7.0 oz (198 g), and it is 3.8 in (97 mm) long closed and 6 in (152 mm) open.
How many tools does the Leatherman Sidekick have?
13 functional tools by our count; Leatherman counts 14. We count each kind of tool once, so three screwdriver sizes are one tool.
Does the Leatherman Sidekick have scissors and a saw?
It has no scissors and a saw.
Can I take the Leatherman Sidekick on a plane?
Not in carry-on bags: it has a knife blade, and TSA does not allow knives in the cabin. Pack it in checked luggage.
What is the warranty on the Leatherman Sidekick?
25-year limited warranty.
Sources
Last verified 2026-11-01.
- www.leatherman.com (manufacturer, 2026-11-01)
- www.adorama.com (retailer, 2026-11-01)