Comparison Console
Leatherman Wave (2004) vs Leatherman Wave Plus
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave Plus 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 lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 6% 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
224 g (7.90 oz)Lightest
241 g (8.50 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
158.8 mm (6.25 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
36 mm (1.42 in)Lowest
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)
20 mm (0.79 in)
Tools
Tool count
17Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
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
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
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
DIY tasksHome repairsGardeningOutdoors activitiesEveryday carry
Common praise
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
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
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
Sheath not included by defaultSome users note it is relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools