Comparison Console
Leatherman Wave Plus vs Victorinox Skipper Pro
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 23% 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$93.53Cheapest
Weight
241 g (8.50 oz)Heaviest
180 g (6.35 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Open length
158.8 mm (6.25 in)Shortest
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
34 mm (1.34 in)Lowest
Thickness
20 mm (0.79 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
18
18
Tools
PliersWire cuttersReplaceable wire cuttersFine nose pliersRegular nose pliersMultiple bladesScrewdriversSawSpring-action scissorsRulerEyeglass screwdriverPhillips #1-2 screwdriver3/16" screwdriver
Lock blade (serrated)CorkscrewCan opener with small screwdriverBottle opener with screwdriverWire insulation removerPuncher/reamerKey ringTweezersToothpickKnot loosener with spike (marlin spike)PliersWire cutterWire benderPhillips screwdriverLanyardShackle openerWire crimping toolLanyard
Plier type
Spring-action Pliers
Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
DIY tasksHome repairsGardeningOutdoors activitiesEveryday carry
Sailing and marine useEveryday carry for sailorsTasks requiring multiple tools in nautical environment
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
Robust and reliable toolset for sailing and marine tasksGood quality stainless steel blade and toolsSecure locking bladesCompact yet comprehensive tool selection
Common complaints
Sheath not included by defaultSome users note it is relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools
No pocket clip for easy carryNot designed for one-handed openingRelatively heavy compared to smaller multitools
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