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Leatherman Wave Alpha vs Leatherman Thruster
Leatherman Wave Alpha ($199.95) vs Leatherman Thruster (Retired) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Leatherman
Thruster
Retired
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Wave Alpha | Leatherman Thruster |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.95 | Retired |
| Weight | 234g | 62g |
| Weight | 234g (8.25 oz, Leatherman product page) | 62g (2.2 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page) |
| 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 Thruster
- Made with pro surfers
- Beach-gear adjustments
- Retired, so it is no longer made or sold new
Leatherman Thruster is the better value at Retired. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.