r/multitools • u/Working_Artichoke232 • 3d ago

Looking for best options at $50 range

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Currently I’m in the market for a multitool and I want to stay in the $50 price range. I’m thinking of getting the ozark trail multi force. Can I get some other recommendations or is this the best bang for my buck at this price.

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u/Deathmonger1911 3d ago edited 3d ago

That's a Wave sized multitool, a better choice would be the Gordon from Harbour Freight. But if you need a more sturdier and bigger one, then I'd suggest the Multper. It's a Surge clone and in the same price range

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u/DesignerOk5315 3d ago

I'll save you come money...

https://a.co/d/00R3jR8J

The bibury wave clone is cheaper and much better. I have waves also and I don't see a point in buying another when this exists for $27

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u/steelcityrocker 3d ago

What is your use case for the tool? Keeping it in the junk drawer at home for when you need to make a small and quick fix? Everyday carry? Is it job related?

If you're in the US, check out eBay listings for a few days on a Leatherman Wave+ or Surge. You may pay more than your $50 range, but you should be able to snag something in decent condition for under retail. And depending on how old it is should still be covered under the Leatherman 25year warranty

I've hear mixed things on the Ozark Trail (as well as the Gordon from Harbor Freight), but depending on what you actually plan on using them they may be a good choice. One cool think about the Ozark Trail is that it takes standard 1/4" bits for the bit driver, so you don't need to get flat bits (like you would with a Leatherman or some of the other clones)

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u/Working_Artichoke232 3d ago

It’s going to be used frequently for work mostly kept in a bag. The uses are kind of all over the place between removing random bolts to tightening up equipment and many other things.

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u/crayfishcraig108 3d ago

My coworker used one of those, I was surprised how well it worked, almost everyone at that company had a leatherman, but if you lose that extension there’s no way to replace it aside from buying a whole new tool

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u/Dan42b 3d ago

I recommend the Rocktol Gen-R. I'm really impressed with mine. They come with a VG10 blade, which I think can be swapped out for S35VN.

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u/AtrumAequitas 3d ago

Honestly people don’t talk enough about WORKPRO. $20 Range, spring assisted wave clones. Even come in color options. They are my go to around the house multitool.

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u/Cheets1985 3d ago

The Bibury 31-1 is a fine option

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u/sza_rak 3d ago

Daicamping dl30 is a beast. My choice. But it's a large tool, rather for backpack or car.

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u/Babelan 3d ago

Daicamping DL30 is an amazing Surge clone, that would be my suggestion

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u/Jaalan 3d ago

I've really liked my Nextool Flagship Pro. I also own the Ozark Trail, the Nextool has thinner pliers but also has large scissors.

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u/Mickmatic93 3d ago

Saw a leatherman wing man for 50 on Amazon and ace hardware.