Comparison Console
Leatherman Wave (2004) vs Victorinox Locksmith
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith 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.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Locksmith stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% 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$74.43Cheapest
Weight
224 g (7.90 oz)Heaviest
153 g (5.40 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
201 mm (7.91 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
36 mm (1.42 in)Highest
31 mm (1.22 in)Lowest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)Thinnest
21.5 mm (0.85 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
14Fewest 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
Blade, largeReamer, punchCan openerScrewdriver, 3mmBottle openerScrewdriver 5mm, lockableWire stripperWood sawMetal sawMetal filePhilips screwdriver 1/2Key ringToothpickTweezers
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
N/A
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Everyday carryCompact multitool with multiple functionsPortable useLight sawing and cutting 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
Compact and versatile tool with many integrated functions.Liner lock system for safety.Wood saw is effective for wood and plastic.Quality stainless steel blades and tools.
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
No scissors included unlike similar models.Weight is around 153 grams which may be heavy for some users.No sheath or pocket clip information available from sources.
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