Comparison Console
Leatherman Wave (2004) vs SOG Sync II
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 19% gap from the closest alternative. SOG Sync II 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 tools option for tool count, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG Sync II 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 19% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Sync II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 21% 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$80Cheapest
Weight
224 g (7.90 oz)Lightest
275 g (9.70 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
84 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
147 mm (5.79 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
36 mm (1.42 in)Lowest
52 mm (2.05 in)Highest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)Thinnest
26 mm (1.02 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
12Fewest 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
ScissorStraight bladePliersNut grippersFileSmall flathead screwdriverMedium flathead screwdriverPhilips screwdriverWire cutterRulerWire crimperBottle opener
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Everyday carryCompact multi-tool needsWearing on belt buckleCampingHikingGeneral small repairs
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
Innovative belt buckle designPortable and easy to carryMultiple useful tools integratedCorrosion resistant stainless steelLifetime warranty
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
Not suitable for canvas or nylon beltsNo pocket clipCannot be opened with one hand
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