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Leatherman Charge XTi vs Leatherman Wave Plus
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge XTi stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 3% 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$130
US$130
Weight
235.4 g (8.30 oz)Lightest
241 g (8.50 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Open length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
158.8 mm (6.25 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
39 mm (1.54 in)Highest
38 mm (1.50 in)Lowest
Thickness
18.9 mm (0.74 in)Thinnest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
19Most tools
18Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersCrimper154 CM Clip-Point KnifeSerrated Knife with Gut HookSawWood/Metal FileDiamond-Coated FileTwo Large Bit DriversSmall Bit DriverLarge ScrewdriverRuler (8 inch / 203 mm)Bottle / Can OpenerWire StripperFixed Lanyard RingQuick-Release Lanyard RingRemovable Pocket ClipNine Double-Ended Bits
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
Unknown
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Unknown
No
Use case profile
Best for
Ambitious outdoorsmenDemanding professionalsEDC users wanting premium multitool features
DIY tasksHome repairsGardeningOutdoors activitiesEveryday carry
Common praise
High quality titanium handle construction for better gripPremium 154CM steel blade with good cutting performanceComprehensive toolset including two bit drivers and crimperWell designed pocket clip that snaps in easily and stays secure
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
Crimper reduces surface area of needle nose pliers, limiting some functionalityTool may be heavier compared to standard Wave models
Sheath not included by defaultSome users note it is relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools
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