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Leatherman Micra
#14 — Best Keychain Multi-Tool

Leatherman Micra Review (2026)

Two ounces of scissors that solve more problems than a knife does

★★★★★
8.6/10
Reviewed by William • Updated August 2026 $35

The Micra's design decision is putting scissors, not pliers, at the center, and it turns out scissors solve more everyday problems: cutting tape, trimming a bandage, opening a food pouch, dealing with a loose thread. At 1.8oz it disappears on a keychain or in a hipbelt pocket, and it includes a small blade, tweezers, a file, and screwdrivers. It is not a camp tool for hard tasks — everything is small and the blade is short — but it is the multi-tool most likely to actually be with you.

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What Works

  • Scissors handle more real tasks than a small blade does
  • 1.8oz — genuinely pocketable
  • Includes tweezers, which are the best splinter tool here
  • $35
  • Leatherman 25-year warranty

Limitations

  • Small blade limited to light cutting
  • No pliers
  • Tools are small and awkward for heavy use
  • Scissors spring can wear over years

At a Glance

Tools10
Main functionSpring-action scissors
Blade420HC, 1.6in
Weight1.8oz / 51g
Closed length2.5in
CarryKeychain / pocket
WarrantyLeatherman 25-year

Score Breakdown

Value for Money
9.4
Build Quality
8.8
Edge Retention
7.4
Usability
9.0
Versatility
7.6

What Sets It Apart

The one you have with you beats the one in the car. A Wave+ is a better tool in every measurable way and it lives in a drawer because 8.6oz on a belt is annoying; the Micra rides on a keychain and gets used weekly. Pairing it with a fixed blade covers nearly every camp scenario at under 6oz total.

Two ounces of scissors that solve more problems than a knife does

Who This Is For

Ultralight hikers, anyone who wants a tool they will actually carry, first aid kit builders wanting tweezers and scissors, and day hikers.

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Common Questions

Micra or a small knife?
Scissors handle a wider range of small tasks than a small blade, and the tweezers are genuinely the best splinter tool in this roundup.
Is it TSA-legal?
No. It has a blade, so it must go in checked luggage. The bladeless Leatherman options exist for that reason.