Comparison Console
Leatherman Micra vs Leatherman Wave Plus
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Micra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Micra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Micra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Micra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 373% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Micra stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Micra stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 59% 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$49.95Cheapest
US$130Most expensive
Weight
51 g (1.80 oz)Lightest
241 g (8.50 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
64 mm (2.52 in)Shortest
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
Open length
107 mm (4.21 in)Shortest
158.8 mm (6.25 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
19 mm (0.75 in)Lowest
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
Thickness
9 mm (0.35 in)Thinnest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
10Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
420HC KnifeSpring-action ScissorsFlat/Phillips ScrewdriverRuler (4.7 in / 12.0 cm)Nail CleanerTweezersBottle OpenerNail FileMedium ScrewdriverExtra-small Screwdriver
PliersWire cuttersReplaceable wire cuttersFine nose pliersRegular nose pliersMultiple bladesScrewdriversSawSpring-action scissorsRulerEyeglass screwdriverPhillips #1-2 screwdriver3/16" screwdriver
Plier type
N/A
Spring-action Pliers
One-hand opening
No
No
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry for small tasksPrecision cutting and light repairsKeychain or pocket carryPersonal grooming
DIY tasksHome repairsGardeningOutdoors activitiesEveryday carry
Common praise
Lightweight and ultracompactHigh-quality spring-action scissorsVersatile toolset for small fixes and groomingDurable stainless steel construction
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
Tools feel less robust compared to generalist multitoolsCompact size limits usability for larger hands or heavy tasksNo pliers included, limiting its utility for some users
Sheath not included by defaultSome users note it is relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools