Comparison Console
Gerber Dual-Force vs Leatherman Wave Plus
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% 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 Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 50% 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 Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Dual-Force stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Dual-Force stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus 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
241 g (8.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
118 mm (4.65 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
Unknown
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
21 mm (0.83 in)Lowest
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
Thickness
Unknown
20 mm (0.79 in)
Tools
Tool count
12Fewest tools
18Most 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
PliersWire cuttersReplaceable wire cuttersFine nose pliersRegular nose pliersMultiple bladesScrewdriversSawSpring-action scissorsRulerEyeglass screwdriverPhillips #1-2 screwdriver3/16" screwdriver
Plier type
Layered construction, adjustable 2-position slip-joint jaw, blunt nose, extra-large teeth
Spring-action Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty tasksJobs requiring strong pliers gripMulti-functional use on job site and outdoors
DIY tasksHome repairsGardeningOutdoors activitiesEveryday carry
Common praise
Exceptional plier jaw strength and gripCenter-axis bit driver offers excellent torqueFull size tools with practical designDurable build qualitySmooth pliers operation
Durable and built to lastIncludes a comprehensive set of toolsVersatile for a wide range of tasksSpring-action pliers and replaceable wire cutters appreciated
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
Sheath not included by defaultSome users note it is relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools