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Leatherman Wave Alpha vs Leatherman Hybrid
Leatherman Wave Alpha ($199.95) vs Leatherman Hybrid (Retired) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Leatherman
Hybrid
Retired
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Wave Alpha | Leatherman Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.95 | Retired |
| Weight | 234g | 247g |
| Weight | 234g (8.25 oz, Leatherman product page) | 247g (8.7 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page) |
| Closed Length | — | 4.7 in / 12 cm |
| Status | — | Retired |
Pros & Cons
Leatherman Wave Alpha
- Thumb stud for one-handed blade access
- contoured G10 handles
- tools in each handle deploy together
- $199.95 is premium pricing
Leatherman Hybrid
- Pruner shears
- Compact folding design
- Retired, so it is no longer made or sold new
Leatherman Hybrid is the better value at Retired. If weight matters most, Leatherman Wave Alpha carries lighter at 234g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.