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Leatherman Wave+ vs Leatherman Rebar
Leatherman Wave+ ($120) vs Leatherman Rebar ($99.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Wave+ | Leatherman Rebar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $120 | $99.95 |
| Weight | 240g | 190g |
| Tools | 18 | — |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Origin | Portland, OR USA | — |
| Warranty | 25 years | — |
| Blades | Outside accessible | — |
| Pliers | Needle + Regular | — |
| Weight | — | 6.7 oz / 190 g (leatherman.com) |
| Tool count | — | 17 |
| Closed length | — | 4 in |
| Open length | — | 6.25 in |
| Blade | — | 2.9 in 420HC, locking |
| Frame | — | 420 stainless |
Pros & Cons
Leatherman Wave+
- 18 tools comprehensive
- Outside-accessible blades
- 25-year warranty
- Spring-action scissors best-in-class
- USA made
- 120g pocket weight
- $120 entry
- Lock requires two hands to close
Leatherman Rebar
- 17 tools at under 7 oz
- Replaceable wire cutters
- Locking primary blade
- Full-size pliers
- Heavier than the Wingman or Bond class
- 4 in closed length is bulky in a pocket
- No spring-action pliers
Leatherman Rebar is the better value at $99.95. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.