Comparison Console
Leatherman Wave Plus vs SOG PowerAccess Assist MT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerAccess Assist MT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerAccess Assist MT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG PowerAccess Assist MT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAccess Assist MT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAccess Assist MT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerAccess Assist MT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% 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$109.99Cheapest
Weight
241 g (8.50 oz)Lightest
305 g (10.76 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Open length
Unknown
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)Lowest
43 mm (1.69 in)Highest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
18Fewest tools
21Most tools
Tools
PliersWire cuttersReplaceable wire cuttersFine nose pliersRegular nose pliersMultiple bladesScrewdriversSawSpring-action scissorsRulerEyeglass screwdriverPhillips #1-2 screwdriver3/16" screwdriver
AwlBitholderBottle openerChiselCutting hookFileKnife (plain edge clip point)Serrated knife (Wharncliffe)Pliers (needle nose)Saw (assisted)Small screwdriverTin-openerViseWire cutterRuler (inch and millimeter)Phillips #2 screwdriverJewelry driverHook cutter (assisted)Wire crimperBevel gageMagnetic bit holder
Plier type
Spring-action Pliers
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
Sheath included
No
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
DIY tasksHome repairsGardeningOutdoors activitiesEveryday carry
Professional and daily useField and workshop environmentsJobsitesOutdoor and backcountry use
Common praise
Durable and built to lastIncludes a comprehensive set of toolsVersatile for a wide range of tasksSpring-action pliers and replaceable wire cutters appreciated
Well made and tough toolVery sharp bladesVersatile and useful selection of toolsSolid and durable constructionSmooth opening and closingGood torque on pliers and drivers
Common complaints
Sheath not included by defaultSome users note it is relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools
No pocket clip providedSmall knobs for opening blades can loosen and fall offBlade opening mechanism not as strong as some competing toolsNo file included
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