Comparison Console
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout vs Leatherman Wave Plus
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 25% 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$115.62Cheapest
US$130Most expensive
Weight
227.5 g (8.02 oz)Lightest
241 g (8.50 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
128 mm (5.04 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
168 mm (6.61 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
38 mm (1.50 in)
Thickness
Unknown
20 mm (0.79 in)
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersSaf.T.Plus locking knifeRemGrit saw with universal saw couplerSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverRulerWire crimperFileSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverCan openerBottle openerScissors
PliersWire cuttersReplaceable wire cuttersFine nose pliersRegular nose pliersMultiple bladesScrewdriversSawSpring-action scissorsRulerEyeglass screwdriverPhillips #1-2 screwdriver3/16" screwdriver
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Spring-action Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Military and tactical useOutdoor and survival tasksVersatile everyday carry
DIY tasksHome repairsGardeningOutdoors activitiesEveryday carry
Common praise
Robust stainless steel constructionVersatile toolset with 14 toolsReliable locking mechanismOne-handed opening featureIncludes ballistic nylon sheath
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
Relatively heavy at 227.5 gramsNo pocket clip included
Sheath not included by defaultSome users note it is relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools