Choosing which multitool to buy can be a daunting task.
With the plethora of different models on the market there is no shortage of options.
They come in all sizes and with any number of different components.
To make the process a little easier it's best to access your needs first.
You want to find a multitool that fits your specific requirements.
One of the first things to determine is size.
Are you going to carry the tool on yourself at all times, will you be leaving in your vehicle or home.
If you plan to always have it on you, you'll want a small and relatively light model such as the Gerber Suspension or the Leatherman Skeletool.
If you'll keep it in your home or car then you can easily get a larger model with more features, such as the Leatherman Wave or SOG Powerlock.
If you just need the basic components, knife, pliers, screw driver heads, etc.
then virtually all multitools will fit your purpose.
However if your job or task requires a one hand opening then consider the SOG Powerassist.
It features two assisted opening blades that fly open with ease.
If you're in the military you may consider an EOD model or if you require locking pliers check out the Leatherman Crunch.
If somehow you can't find a model that has the exact combination of tools you're looking for don't worry SOG has you covered.
They now offer individual components that you can purchase separately and easily swap with the default components.
This also allows you to rearrange your lineup to fit your needs or personal taste.
If you want a quality tool that will last for a long time then be sure to stick with the three big names in multitools.
Leatherman, SOG and Gerber are the most trusted companies in the industry and all offer numerous chooses.
Leatherman has been in business since 1983 and offers the largest selection of any company by far.
With so many years of experience they have perfected the multitool and still continue to come up with innovative features.
SOG is primarily a knife manufacturer but in recent years they have added multitools to their lineup.
They only have a few models but because their tools are customizable you can create exactly what you want.
Gerber has been around the longest, being founded in 1939 but they've only recently got into multitools.
Don't let that bother you because they have an extensive line of high quality multitools.
Spend the time determining exactly what your needs are and how you'll use your tool before you start looking.
It will prevent you from getting overwhelmed.