Comparison Console
Leatherman Wave (2004) vs Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 41% 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 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) 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 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% 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$150Most expensive
Weight
224 g (7.90 oz)Heaviest
208 g (7.34 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
105 mm (4.13 in)Longest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
36 mm (1.42 in)Lowest
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
17 mm (0.67 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
17Fewest tools
24Most 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
Needle-nose pliersWire cutter for thin and soft wire up to 40 HRcBlade, largeCan openerScrewdriver 3 mmBottle openerScrewdriver 6 mmCrate openerWire benderScrewdriver 2 mmReamer, punchPulling hookScissorsWood sawMetal sawMetal filePhillips screwdriver 1/2Chisel 7 mm and scraperCable cover longitudinal cutterCable cover crossways cutterWire stripper and scraperLanyard holeCoupling for corkscrew
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm use
Everyday carryDIY useCamping and hikingOutdoor tasksTrade and crafts
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
Solid build quality with durable stainless steel constructionComprehensive toolset with practical and well-balanced toolsSmooth locking mechanisms and one-hand opening featureIncluded sheath fits wide belts securelySharp blades and sturdy saw teeth
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
Handles can be slippery when wet due to all stainless steel constructionInitial tool deployment requires familiarization