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Leatherman Wave+ vs Leatherman Sidekick

Leatherman Wave+ ($120) vs Leatherman Sidekick ($69.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.

Leatherman Wave+
Leatherman
Wave+
$120
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Leatherman Sidekick
Leatherman
Sidekick
$69.95
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Spec-by-spec
SpecLeatherman Wave+Leatherman Sidekick
Price$120$69.95
Weight240g198g
Tools18—
Steel420HC—
OriginPortland, OR USA—
Warranty25 years—
BladesOutside accessible—
PliersNeedle + Regular—
Weight—198g (6.98 oz, Leatherman product page)
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 Sidekick

  • Stainless steel
  • 25-year warranty
  • pocket size
  • Fewer tools than the Wave
Leatherman Sidekick is the better value at $69.95. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.
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