Comparison Console
Leatherman Flair vs Leatherman Wave (2004)
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Flair stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) 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 Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Flair stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Flair stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Flair stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Flair stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 24% 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$195Most expensive
US$130Cheapest
Weight
155 g (5.47 oz)Lightest
224 g (7.90 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)
158 mm (6.22 in)
Dimensions
Width
29 mm (1.14 in)Lowest
36 mm (1.42 in)Highest
Thickness
14 mm (0.55 in)Thinnest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
17Most tools
Tools
Ruler (8 in | 19 cm)Bottle Opener (Brass-plated)Can OpenerCocktail Fork420HC Combo KnifeCorkscrew w/ AssistSpreader knifeExtra-small ScrewdriverLarge ScrewdriverMedium ScrewdriverNeedlenose PliersPhillips ScrewdriverRegular PliersSpring-action ScissorsWire CuttersHard-wire Cutters
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
Needlenose/Regular Pliers with Wire Cutters and Hard-wire notch
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Collectible multitool enthusiastsOutdoor dining and picnicsUsers needing an unusual set of tools
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Common praise
Unique tool selection with picnic-oriented implementsHigh-quality stainless steel constructionIncludes a sheath and original packaging
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 locking tools, which may reduce safety and practicalityCocktail fork and spreader knife are novelty tools with limited practical useToo many flathead screwdrivers and lack of certain useful tools like a file
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