Comparison Console
Leatherman Knifeless Rebar vs Leatherman Wave (2004)
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Knifeless Rebar stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% 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 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Knifeless Rebar stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Knifeless Rebar stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Knifeless Rebar 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 Knifeless Rebar 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$141.38Most expensive
US$130Cheapest
Weight
189.94 g (6.70 oz)Lightest
224 g (7.90 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Shortest
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
Open length
158.8 mm (6.25 in)Longest
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
30 mm (1.18 in)Lowest
36 mm (1.42 in)Highest
Thickness
16.5 mm (0.65 in)Thinnest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
17Most tools
Tools
Needle-nose PliersRegular PliersPremium Replaceable Wire CuttersPremium Replaceable Hard-wire CuttersElectrical CrimperWire StripperSawSpring-action ScissorsAwl w/ Thread LoopRuler (8 in, 19 cm)Can OpenerBottle OpenerWood/Metal FilePhillips ScrewdriverLarge ScrewdriverSmall Screwdriver
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
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Workplaces where knife blades are not allowedUsers needing multiple tools except bladesDurable everyday use
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Common praise
Wide variety of tools including replaceable wire cuttersSpring-action scissors and locking features on all tools except pliersDurable stainless steel construction
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 cutting blade included, limiting certain use cases
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