Comparison Console
Gerber Dual-Force vs Leatherman Wave (2004)
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Dual-Force stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Dual-Force stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Dual-Force stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Dual-Force stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Dual-Force stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$125Cheapest
US$130Most expensive
Weight
340 g (11.99 oz)Heaviest
224 g (7.90 oz)Lightest
Closed length
118 mm (4.65 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
Unknown
158 mm (6.22 in)
Dimensions
Width
21 mm (0.83 in)Lowest
36 mm (1.42 in)Highest
Thickness
Unknown
20 mm (0.79 in)
Tools
Tool count
12Fewest tools
17Most tools
Tools
Blunt nose layered construction jawsSmall fastener pliersRegular pliersAdjustable two-position slip joint jawWire cutterWire stripperCenter-axis bit driver3.25 inch plain edge bladeSawFine/coarse fileChisel edge#1 and #2 cross drive medium flathead driver8 inch/20 cm rulerBit storage
Pliers with Wire Cutters (needlenose & regular)Wire CuttersLarge Locking BladeSerrated BladeWood SawMetal SawFile with Diamond FileCan OpenerBottle OpenerScissorsBit DriverSmall Bit DriverMedium ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverHard Wire CutterWire StripperSpring Action Scissors
Plier type
Layered construction, adjustable 2-position slip-joint jaw, blunt nose, extra-large teeth
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty tasksJobs requiring strong pliers gripMulti-functional use on job site and outdoors
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Common praise
Exceptional plier jaw strength and gripCenter-axis bit driver offers excellent torqueFull size tools with practical designDurable build qualitySmooth pliers operation
Versatile set of 17 integrated tools covering many needsComfortable handles and outside accessible toolsStrong and precise pliers and wire cuttersLocking mechanisms on outside tools for safety
Common complaints
Tool handles close together making one-handed use difficult for someLack of scissors and serrated blade limits versatilityTool rattles slightly when closed due to handle alignment
Blade steel is basic 420HC with average edge retentionScissors on 2004 model changed to smaller design that some users find less safeHeavier than some other EDC options