Comparison Console
Leatherman Wave (2004) vs Victorinox Cyber Tool M
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Cyber Tool M stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Cyber Tool M stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Cyber Tool M stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Cyber Tool M stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Cyber Tool M stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Cyber Tool M stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$130Cheapest
US$173.4Most expensive
Weight
224 g (7.90 oz)Heaviest
153 g (5.40 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
151 mm (5.94 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
36 mm (1.42 in)Highest
28 mm (1.10 in)Lowest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)Thinnest
28 mm (1.10 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
17Fewest tools
32Most 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
Large bladeSmall bladeCorkscrewMini screwdriver 1.5 mmCan opener / screwdriver 3 mmBottle opener / screwdriver 6 mmWire stripperReamer / punch / sewing awlScissorsMultipurpose hookCombination pliersWire cuttersWire crimperBit wrenchFemale hex drive 5 mm for D-SUB connectorsFemale hex drive 4 mm for bitsBit hex 4Bit torx 8Bit caseBit slotted 4 mmBit Phillips 0Bit Phillips 1Bit Phillips 2Bit torx 10Bit torx 15Key ringPinTweezersToothpickPressurised ballpoint penStainless steel pinMini screwdriverPliersWire cuttersWire crimping toolScissorsMultipurpose hook
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Combination 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
Users needing a versatile multitool with multiple functions for electronics and general useUsers who want a compact Swiss Army style multitool with pliers and bit holdersEDC enthusiasts who want Swiss-made quality and broad toolset
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
Highly versatile with 32 integrated functionsCompact and well-designed for everyday carryIncludes useful electronic device maintenance tools like bit wrench and multiple hex drivesGood build quality representative of Victorinox Swiss Army Knives
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
Blade is not lockable and lacks one-handed openingNo included sheath or pocket clip mentionedMore oriented to multitool use rather than standalone knife use
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