Carrying a multitool every day makes a lot of sense. The problem is that in many situations, especially when traveling or moving through public spaces, a knife can quickly become an issue.
That is where multitools without a knife come in. They give you the tools you actually use like scissors, screwdrivers and pliers, without the complications that come with a blade. Many of these are also far more travel-friendly, including situations like air travel where standard multitools are not allowed in carry-on luggage
In this guide, I compare the best multitools without a knife in 2026, focusing on everyday carry and travel-friendly use
If you live in Europe, this becomes even more relevant. Knife laws vary between countries like Denmark, Germany and the UK, and carrying a blade in public often requires a valid reason.
Why Choose a Multitool Without a Knife?
Everyday tasks are usually opening packages, tightening a screw, cutting a loose thread or fixing something small at work. Scissors, pliers and screwdrivers handle those jobs just fine. A knife is undeniably practical. It remains one of the most versatile tools you can own. But outside the home you operate within a different set of expectations and regulations. In day to day situations, I find that a good pair of scissors can replace a small blade in most tasks I actually encounter. I trim my beard, open packages for my children and cut tags or loose threads while I am out. For those jobs, scissors are often just as effective, and sometimes even more precise. Choosing a multitool without a blade is therefore not about dismissing the usefulness of a knife, but about adapting your everyday carry to the framework you actually live in while still keeping the tools that solve real problems.
In this article I will give my take on the best bladeless multitools on the market right now.
Victorinox Bladeless and Travel Friendly Models
Victorinox offers a small but well considered selection of multitools without a knife. These models keep the familiar Swiss build quality, but replace the blade with tools that are often more useful in daily urban life. In the last year, new models have been released to adapt to the new knife laws.
Victorinox Jetsetter
The Jetsetter is one of the most well known bladeless Victorinox models. It includes:
- Scissors
- Combination tool with bottle opener
- Magnetic Phillips screwdriver
- Wire stripper
- Toothpick and tweezers
It is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry in a pocket or keychain. The scissors are the primary cutting tool and handle most light daily tasks cleanly and safely. This is without any competition the multitool I use the most. I keep it in my keychain, and if I leave the house I allways have it with me. The only real downside is its compact size. At just 5.7 cm long, the tools can feel a bit short in use.
Victorinox Companion S Bladeless
The Companion S without a blade focuses on essential everyday tools:
- Scissors
- Bottle Opener with
- Magnetic Phillips Screwdriver
- Wire Stripper
- Key Ring
It is pretty much the same as the Jetsetter, but now it comes with metal scales. It has a more premium feel, though you miss out on the toothpick and tweezers that are hidden in the plastic scales of the Jetsetter.
Victorinox Companion Slim Bladeless
The Companion Slim is a more balanced multitool without a knife. It includes:
- Scissors
- Box Opener with
- Screwdriver Tip (3 mm Flathead)
- Bottle Opener with
- Screwdriver Tip (7 mm Flathead)
- Wire Stripper
It has a slim profile and a length of 9.2 cm, which makes it suitable for pocket carry while still offering enough functionality for real world use. For many European users, this configuration covers the majority of daily cutting and adjustment tasks without introducing the legal uncertainty of a blade. This is also the bladeless model that offers the most tools in the new series. I have written a more in depth review of this multitool in The Best Urban EDC Gear in 2026.
Victorinox Companion X Bladeless
The Companion X takes a more focused approach. It centers around:
- A robust pair of scissors
This model is built around the idea that scissors can replace a small knife in many situations outside the home, and that they are all you really need in day to day life. It has the same length as the Companion at 9.2 cm.
Across these bladeless Victorinox models, the common theme is simple: practical tools you actually use, without a knife. For everyday carry and travel, they offer the best balance between functionality and convenience without the drawbacks of a blade.
NexTool Mini Sailor Lite/TSA
Nextool is a Chinese company that has recently become increasingly popular in the EDC community, partly by producing a range of multitools that meet many of the requirements EDC enthusiasts have been asking for.
The Nextool Mini Sailor Lite is their bladeless version of a multitool, and it has the following specifications:
- Needle nose pliers
- Regular plier jaws
- Mini wire-cutter
- Can opener
- Bottle opener
- Mini scissors
- Phillips screwdriver
- 4 mm flat screwdriver
- Sim card remover
- Key hanger
- Folded dimensions: 7.06 x 2.54 x 1.32 cm
- Weight: 75 grams
It is any good?
I have not personally tested this multitool, as I know from experience that I simply would not use the pliers function. For that reason, it does not fit into the type of EDC I carry.
That said, I still want to highlight it. Based on the large number of positive reviews from both Amazon users and professional reviewers, it appears to be one of the best options on the market if you are looking for a compact multitool without a knife but with pliers.
Roxon Flex Companion
The Roxon Flex Companion is a modular multitool, meaning you can swap out the different tools as you like and create exactly the setup you need. The tool replacement process is extremely simple. You slide a locking mechanism to one side and then remove or insert the desired tool.
It comes with:
- Bitholder with Phillips screwdriver
- Scissors
- File + Ruler + Flat Head Screwdriver
- Knife (D2 steel)
- Saw
- Awl
And two additonel tools:
- Comb
- Combination tool with pen, tweeser and needle
In addition, you can order a wide range of different tools that can be added to the multitool, allowing you to create exactly the setup you want. The Flex model is also available in a version with pliers and a wider selection of tools, this is called: Roxon S804 Flex.
The only real downside to the Roxon Flex system is that you often have to order additional tools in packs of three. In many cases, you only need one of them, which means the total cost can become fairly high before you have assembled the perfect multitool.
Custom made Victorinox
The last option I will mention here is probably mostly for enthusiasts. Through a German toolmaker, I had a custom pocket knife made using tools from different Victorinox models, combined into a single build. This way, I ended up with exactly the setup I wanted, while still complying with all relevant guidelines and laws.
In addition, the plastic scales have been replaced with ironwood, which gives it a truly refined finish. This is, of course, also the most expensive option, both because it requires purchasing multiple Victorinox models and paying for the toolmaker’s labor.
You can find the toolmaker on Facebook here and see examples of some of his other knives and multitools: Chris Custom Works.