Comparison Console
Leatherman Charge TTi 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 11% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge TTi 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 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% 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 TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the longest option for closed length.
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$190Most expensive
US$130Cheapest
Weight
252.19 g (8.90 oz)Heaviest
224 g (7.90 oz)Lightest
Closed length
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Shortest
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
Open length
158.75 mm (6.25 in)Longest
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
30.48 mm (1.20 in)Lowest
36 mm (1.42 in)Highest
Thickness
19.3 mm (0.76 in)Thinnest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
17Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersPremium replaceable wire cuttersPremium replaceable hard-wire cuttersElectrical crimperWire stripperS30V knife blade420HC serrated knife blade with cutting hookSawSpring-action scissorsRuler (8 in / 19 cm)Can openerBottle openerWood/Metal fileDiamond-coated fileLarge bit driverSmall bit driverMedium screwdriverRemovable pocket clip
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
Folding 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 (every day carry)Automotive repairsOutdoor and backcountry useHousehold fixesCamping and trail use
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Common praise
Wide range of tools covering almost any taskPremium materials such as titanium handles and S30V steel bladesReplaceable wire cutters for durabilityLocking mechanisms for safety and strengthCompact size despite having many toolsVersatile bit driver system with included bits
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
Relatively heavy compared to smaller multitoolsExpensive price pointProprietary bit driver design limits some larger bit compatibilitySome models recalled for knife blade closure defectScissors can be difficult and somewhat dangerous to access
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