Comparison Console
Leatherman Wave (2004) vs SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% 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.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter 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 closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock EOD 2.0 V-Cutter stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% 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$130Most expensive
US$79.99Cheapest
Weight
224 g (7.90 oz)Lightest
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
36 mm (1.42 in)Lowest
58 mm (2.28 in)Highest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
19 mm (0.75 in)Thinnest
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
Pliers/gripperHard wire cutterWire crimperBlast cap crimperDouble-toothed wood sawHalf-serrated bladeThree-sided fileLarge flat screwdriverMedium flat screwdriverSmall flat screwdriverPhillips screwdriverRulerAwlV-cutterBottle openerCan opener1/4-inch driverLanyard hole
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Cutting tasks requiring strong leverageElectrical and wire workOutdoor and camping useExplosive ordnance disposal tasks
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
Powerful compound leverage pliers for easy cutting and grippingWide selection of useful toolsDurable build for heavy duty useIncluded nylon sheath and pocket clip for easy carry
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
Deployment of individual tools can be cumbersome as multiple tools may move togetherLock mechanism has some looseness causing tool wiggleSmaller tools like file and Phillips driver may be prone to rust without maintenance
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