Comparison Console
Gerber MP600 Basic 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 12% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% 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$99.99Cheapest
US$130Most expensive
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Heaviest
224 g (7.90 oz)Lightest
Closed length
116.84 mm (4.60 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Highest
36 mm (1.42 in)Lowest
Thickness
19.05 mm (0.75 in)Thinnest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
17Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersCarbide cuttersWire crimperPlain edge knifeSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverLarge flat blade screwdriverLanyard ringCan openerBottle openerFileRuler
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
Needle-nose Plier
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Military useEveryday carryField repair tasksCampingHunting
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Common praise
Durable stainless steel constructionVersatile 14 tools including pliers, knives, screwdriversOne-hand opening designNeedle nose pliers are preciseIncludes sheath for carrying
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
No pocket clip includedHeavier side for some users
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