Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman OHT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% 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
Cheapest
Leatherman OHT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Leatherman OHT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fewest tools
Leatherman OHT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Most tools
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Leatherman OHT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% 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.
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Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
▣One Handed Operation▣Quick Access To Multiple Tools▣Outdoor Use▣On Site Jobs▣Home Use
▣Tradespersons▣Everyday Carry With Strong Tool Versatility▣Outdoor And Farm Use
Common praise
✓Easy One Handed Opening And Tool Deployment✓Spring Loaded Pliers Reduce Hand Fatigue✓Clear Imprinted Tool Locations For Quick Identification✓Secure Tool Locks For Safety✓Versatile Tool Set For Various Tasks
✓Versatile Set Of 17 Integrated Tools Covering Many Needs✓Comfortable Handles And Outside Accessible Tools✓Strong And Precise Pliers And Wire Cutters✓Locking Mechanisms On Outside Tools For Safety
Common complaints
⚠Some Users Find Multitool Weight Somewhat Heavy⚠Limited Information On Blade Steel Quality Beyond 420hc Stainless Steel
⚠Blade Steel Is Basic 420hc With Average Edge Retention⚠Scissors On 2004 Model Changed To Smaller Design That Some Users Find Less Safe⚠Heavier Than Some Other EDC Options