Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge Ti 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 6% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 1% 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$173Most expensive
US$130Cheapest
Weight
238 g (8.40 oz)Heaviest
224 g (7.90 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Open length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
36 mm (1.42 in)
Thickness
Unknown
20 mm (0.79 in)
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
17Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersWire Stripper154CM Stainless Steel Clip-Point Blade420HC Serrated BladeSawSpring-Action Scissors8 inch (19 cm) RulerCan OpenerBottle OpenerWood/Metal FileDiamond-Coated FileLarge Bit DriverSmall Bit DriverLarge ScrewdriverWire CrimperFixed Lanyard Ring
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 and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
EDC multitool useCamping and outdoor tasksBike touring and repairPrecision and durable cutting tasks
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Common praise
Extensive tool set covering many functionsDurable titanium handle scales and stainless steel buildOne-handed accessibility to toolsIncludes premium 154CM steel main bladeCompact size with comparatively light weight for multitools
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
Titanium handles provide no structural strength benefit, mainly aestheticSerrated blade uses standard stainless steel not premium steelScissors are smaller new generation design, some prefer older folding scissors design
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