The Best Multi-Tool Gifts of 2026: Leatherman, Gerber, Victorinox, and More

Multi-tools are versatile sidekicks for outdoor enthusiasts, professional tradesmen, and DIYers—and perfectly giftable. Ahead, we’ve shopped the major multi-tool manufacturers to assemble our favorites. The list features top Leatherman multi-tools (like the highly rated Leatherman ARC Talos) along with the Gerber Armbar and classic Victorinox Swiss Army knife. These multi-tools range from everyday carry models for the average homeowner to specialized multi-tools designed for outdoorsmen and even heavy-duty models for the professional tradesman and serious DIYer. There’s something for everyone!

The Leatherman ARC is the pinnacle of EDC multi-tools. The highlight of this 20 tool set is the MagnaCut Steel blade, which is renowned for its edge retention, durability and rust resistance. The Talos version of the ARC has a bronze Cerakote finish for added style. And all the tools can be extended within hand. It also comes with a bit driver with a complete set of interchangeable bits. It’s the EDC tool for the serious DIYer in the family.

It’s the multi-tool that started them all. The classic fire engine red Swiss Army knife features all the mainstays, including a knife, wood saw, can opener and cork screws. Of course, there’s also a set of tweezers and toothpick, both of which slide into the body. This classic multi-tool makes for an ideal gift and is available at a reasonable price.

A Gift of the Year winner, Leatherman’s Wave+ has all the essentials a DIYer or professional needs out of a multi-tool, including a pliers, knife, scissors and wood saw. With its stainless steel construction, it’s exceptionally well made. It’s an ideal everyday carry tool at a mid-tier price.

This multi-tool is a great gift for the camper in your life. Along with the essential tools, including pliers,and a knife, it also comes with several camping-focused tools. There’s a tent puller, and a ferro rod you can use in conjunction with the knife to start a campfire. With its carabiner style clip, it hooks conveniently to the utility loops on a backpack for easy access.

The top pick from our best multi-tools guide boasts 13-tool functions, including a spring-action pliers and a large serrated knife. Our tester Glenda Taylor was particularly impressed with its build quality: “The look and feel of the Wingman is top quality. The steel is polished to a high sheen, the surface is exceptionally smooth, and the tools are easily accessible with minimal effort—no straining or breaking a fingernail to get one out.”

If you’re looking for a budget-priced gift that looks pricey for your favorite DIYer, then consider the Gerber Suspension NXT. This 15-tool EDC multi-tool includes a stout set of pliers, a wire stripper, various drivers, and other useful tools. All of the tools extend easily and have a locking mechanism for safety. It’s a quality mult-tool at a surprisingly low price.

Clip this multi-tool right onto your belt or pocket for easy carry around the home or job site. Alternatively, you can use the included sheath to keep the tool neatly covered when it’s not in use. This tool comes with 18 small accessories/tools for your use, including wire cutters, wire crimpers, scissors, slotted screwdrivers, a saw, knife, and file. 

Gerber’s Armbar is simple, well made, and doesn’t cost much, making it a great affordable gift option. It lacks the pliers that most multi-tools have, but it makes up for it with a stout blade, a bit driver that works with standard 1/4-inch bits, and a bottle opener that works better than most.

Leatherman’s Micra makes a great stocking stuffer. It’s small enough to fit on a keychain yet includes a surprising number of handy tools, including a pair of scissors and knife and flathead and Philips drivers. There’s also some handy grooming tools with a pair of tweezers and a nail file.

At more than half a pound with a closed length of 4.5 inches, the SOG Poweraccess Deluxe is bulkier than other mutlli-tool. But, it also packs beefier tools, so it can take on more than your average multi-tool. Along with a large set of pliers, there’s also an impressive wood saw and serrated knife blade. It’s also equipped with tools useful for various repairs, including a Phillips and flathead screwdrivers, file, nail puller, and bit holder with a full assortment of bits.

This novel multi-tool is built around the body of a survival hatchet. Along with the large hatchet, it also includes a hammer, pliers, fish descaler, knife, wood saw and two types of screwdrivers– everything you need for an outdoor adventure. Weighing nearly a pound and measuring 7 inches long, it isn’t small, but it can handle tasks no other multi-tool can.

Leatherman’s Skeletool CX manages to carry all the essential tools inside a multi-tool while remaining surprisingly lightweight and compact. The Skeletool CX includes a combination knife, bit driver, pliers and has a carabiner that doubles as a can opener that you can use to attach to a belt or backpack. All these tools and it still weighs just 5 ounces.

While most multi-tools have specific tools pre-installed that cannot be removed, replaced, or exchanged, this Roxon EDC tool is a modular option that allows you to switch out tools that you are not using for alternatives. The tool comes with 6 pre-installed tools and 2 additional bonus tools that you can switch in if they suit your purposes more effectively.

With its abundance of tools and steep price tag, this multi-tool isn’t for everyone. It comes with 24 lockable tools, including two large blades, various drivers, and a larger set of pliers, all of which are accessible with one hand. Its curved handle gives it a sleek look while also making it comfortable in the hand.

The Gerber Dime’s is a mini multi-tool that’s both useful and affordable. Despite its small size it sports 12 tools, including a pair of pliers, scissors, a couple of blades and a file. At just over 2 ounces and less than 3 inches long, it’s small enough to fit on a keychain.

Designed for emergencies, this NEXTORCH multi-tool features spring-loaded clothing shears, a strap cutter, an oxygen tank wrench, a wood saw, and even a nano-ceramic glass breaker tip for dependable vehicle rescue. Keep it in your backpack, pocket, or just in your car for use in case something unexpected occurs. 

This unique multi-tool features a full size bit driver as part of its 17 tools. It’s a solid choice for anyone who wants a multi-tool that doubles as a genuine driver for home projects rather than just a backup option.

Handle a variety of problems with ease when you have this helpful keychain multi-tool by NexTool on your key ring. The design is small and lightweight, so it can sit comfortably with your keys, but when you fold it out, there is a surprising number of tools available, ranging from simple scissors to a ruler, knife, and even a glow-in-the-dark block to help you use the tool in the dark. 

This version of the classic includes tools designed with the outdoor enthusiast in mind. It’s a great pick for anyone who wants the timeless Swiss Army knife format with a loadout geared toward camping and outdoor use.

Leatherman’s take on the survival multi-tool includes a ferro rod firestarter, hammer, and whistle, along with the usual tools. It’s an ideal gift for the camper or backcountry hiker in your life who wants backup survival tools built into their everyday carry.

This compact and affordable multi-tool includes a set of surprisingly powerful pliers. It’s a great stocking-stuffer option for anyone who wants real pliers strength without the size or cost of a full-sized multi-tool.

Perfect for job site use, this heavy-duty DeWalt multi-tool is equipped with needle-nose pliers, regular pliers, wire cutters, knife blade, saw blade, file, an awl tools, can and bottle openers, as well as a Phillips and flat head screwdriver so you don’t need to waste time switching between tools on the job.

Victorinox’s take on the mini multi-tool has a blade, scissors, screwdriver, and nail file and is small enough to fit on a keyring. It’s an easy, low-cost gift for anyone who wants Swiss Army reliability in a tiny package.

 

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