Leatherman Wave+ vs Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X
Leatherman Wave+ ($120) vs Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X ($130) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Wave+ | Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X |
|---|
| Price | $120 | $130 |
| Weight | 240g | 174g |
| Tools | 18 | 24 |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Origin | Portland, OR USA | Switzerland |
| Warranty | 25 years | — |
| Blades | Outside accessible | — |
| Pliers | Needle + Regular | Yes |
| Weight | — | 174g |
| Lock | — | All blades lock |
| Scissors | — | Long-reach |
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
Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X
- All 24 tools lock — superior to most competitors
- Swiss manufacturing quality is unmatched
- Scissors reach beyond the body for large work
- $130 is competitive with Leatherman Wave
- Less brand recognition than Leatherman in USA
- 174g heavier than Wave+ despite fewer perceived tools
Leatherman Wave+ is the better value at $120. If weight matters most, Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X carries lighter at 174g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.