Same. My flagship mini lived in my keychain and I never leave home without it. Those scissors specially are so capable I have used them on zip ties, small hoses, rope… just incredible for the size and cost.
As an electrician that does strictly remodels this is an absolute essential tool. ruclips.net/user/postUgkx0vyBwjtx9GGOuiqUVT2sRoYqmDoNT_RI Being able to precision cut any material with a light weight tool is priceless.I upgraded to this Dewalt 20v from a competitor's 12v. The Dewalt 20v is just as light as the competitor's 12v. I am extremely pleased with the overall performance and battery life of this tool. As far as oscillators go, they just aren't very ergonomic tools. The dewalt oscillators have an offset handle that do make them somewhat more ergonomic than the competitors' oscillators.
For the prices is a key thing here. Leather man fans have been complaining about prices for years. Nextool is posed to pick up a good share of their market with good innovations and good prices.
Doesn't take much to catch up to Gerber. But idk about catching up to Leatherman, they are overpriced, but after trying a bunch of multi tools, quality is unmatched.
When I first saw the toolset of this I was very excited. It also looked like it was using the scissors from the Nextool Knight which I had heard was a good pair of scissors. Now hearing that none of the inner tools are locking, it doesn't come with a pocketclip or belt sheath, and the scissors seem subpar especially compared to the other scissors in Nextool's lineup... That $50 price tag doesn't seem to line up with other wave clones. It's a shame, I do like the direction they are trying to go. Though that bottle cap lifter/flathead tool just needs to go. Ive snapped nearly every one of those victorinox included.
All I’m really looking for is a Multiforce with a good pair of scissors on the outside. As far as the bit driver I’m cool with it being leather man or 1/4in. I had high hopes for this one but it doesn’t quite have the quality I would like. Scissors, and bit driver are my 2 most used tools so the need to be good and locking.
I only just came across this tool and saw what looked like a leatherman style bit driver so I had to look it up on RUclips and I was happy to see you've done a video on it. If they get different bits available, I wonder if that would be a viable replacement source for leatherman tools as I hear their bits are getting hard to get
As a lover of victoirnox knifes I cannot understand the constant distain for non locking tools, to be clear locking knife and saw is a must, but the rest is a waste of resources; I mean the question we should be asking is: does it change something while using it ? honestly I cannot think of a single example where a bottle opener or prybar or even screwdriver moved while I was working, are victorinox slip joint that good or is the locking feature a bit overrated ? I repeat the only problems I found were with a non locking saw and knife, so these should lock
Great question. I plan to do another review of this tool tonight. I hope the video will be available by 11pm. I will do that test exactly in the upcoming video.
Already ordered it some days ago. Have to wait I think two weeks or so till I get it. It would be the perfect toolset for me. I hoped the scissors are as good as on other tools from this Leatherman clones but I'll see how is mine... The missing lock at the bitdriver seems to me like a wrong decision. Maybe they fix it later... (I hope so)
Super unrelated, but you have been really helpful in my hunt for my edc for the my job as a hotel concierge, so I thought I’d ask here. I recently baught a Leatherman curl and I’m looking for a scissors multi tool companion, and I’m down to the SOG Snippet or the Roxon M3, which do you prefer of the two tools?
Of the two I actually like the Roxon 3 better. The SOG I think has tougher cutting power but the sides are so thin and the handles just seem a bit rough. The Roxon has smooth handles. I personally use the Leatherman Micra all the time, but of the above options which are both great I guess I'd pick the Roxon. So glad to have helped a bit. Thanks so much for watching!
Thanks so much for you’re amazing content and thank you for the insight! As an aside, I’m thinking of trying to swap in a Gerber mp600 t shank adapter into the roxon, since they have the same locking mechanism, obviously it wouldn’t hold the t shank closed, but it would give me an option!
@@stephenbalk4978 I feel like the Snippet is a great tool if your focused on the most cutting power you can get from a small tool. The Roxon is great at being well rounded. The Micra is in my opinion the best quality my favorite to use but it has a differently arranged toolset that may not meet everyones needs. They all have strengths and weaknesses.
Nice video 👍 just curious I saw your short titled, 'Can you have too many Leathermans' 😁 and you answered 'No' I would have commented on it but didn't see where I could leave a comment. You also said you miss being able to carry your favorite Leatherman tools because many times you're testing other multitools 🤔have you ever tried carrying both? I have a pretty good collection of multitools and pocket knives myself and I have my favorites but still like to use something different from time to time. My favorite combination is my Surge & Crunch which are almost always on me at work but if I get the itch to give one of my others some pocket time I'll just add them to my belt or pocket for the day even though I'm still toting the Surge and Crunch. That way I don't get caught short but I can still try out a new tool/knife while in a real work environment. Yeah it may be a few more ounces on my belt but it never caused me to pass out from fatigue 😀 anyway just thought I'd share it with you. Enjoy your stuff keep it up!
The capitan has some similarity with the old bibury 13 in 1 pre wave clone era ( the old tool was more inspired by leatherman then a clone like the current waves clones). On the old bibury the inner tools where also not looking. The newer versions have a looking system as well like on the SWITHLAND 17 in 1. The capitan brings in this type of multitools the diamond coated file, a bit exchanger without hexbit adapter and a stranded wire cutter (if this feature works?). I like the tool set with a better scissors looking inner tools and a bit lower price I would buy the capitan.
It looks like this tool has the same problem as Charge, Wave, Curl tools: THEY PINCH YOUR PALM WHEN YOU USE THE PLYERS!!! So I am going for the Nextool crecent wrench tool. Maybe... IMHO
Yeah, I think they made some poor choices for this one. Inner tools not locking, not using standard bits, and the price. This is a miss. I've been happy with my Biburry and so far haven't seen a budget tool that's tempted me to upgrade.
I was excited to see the scissors on the outside but the half bits, no locking inside tools and lame ass scissors are deal breakers. 3 strikes its out. Thanks
In the UK, if it locks and can be used to stab, its illegal without good reason (even a screwdriver). Its likely cost cutting on a budget tool though. Personally in UK, id rather have a lighter tool and lower price rather than worrying about the lock legalities.
Bad scissors and no locking tools are a deal breaker. The proprietary bits just make it that much worse. This is a $19 multitool not a $50-60 one. I really like the smaller Nextool multitools so it’s a shame this one seems so poorly thought out.
@@Nextoolstore Nextool here's an idea for you. Do a version of the flagship mini (maybe pro version) with a locking (safety) blade, a blade with no tip, and with a deep pocket clip. The multi tool keychain market need that. That combo, would be ideal for the youth, scout's... Take a look on the Leatherman Leap, Victorinox Scout...
I wonder what all the fuss about scissors is. Scissors belong in a manicure set, not in a multitool, since in most cases the knife or the pincers can do the job easily. Scissors only waste space that can be used for much more important tools such as an awl, a chisel, etc.
Sooo close... Disappointed in the scissors and the fact that the bit driver and other tools are non locking. Besides being non locking, a 1/4" driver would have been much much better. Ditch the worthless can opener and cap lifter in exchange for more daily use tools.
The Leatherman Surge is about 1/4" larger closed and about 1/2" larger open than the Captain. Closed the Captain is larger than the Wave but open it is very close to the same length. I have all three multi tools and just compared them. It does have outside scissors like the Surge but it has no adapter like the Surge.
I bought their Flagship mini, I use it as my keychain and it has come in handy. The scissors are so good that I use it to trim my nails xD.
Same. My flagship mini lived in my keychain and I never leave home without it. Those scissors specially are so capable I have used them on zip ties, small hoses, rope… just incredible for the size and cost.
As an electrician that does strictly remodels this is an absolute essential tool. ruclips.net/user/postUgkx0vyBwjtx9GGOuiqUVT2sRoYqmDoNT_RI Being able to precision cut any material with a light weight tool is priceless.I upgraded to this Dewalt 20v from a competitor's 12v. The Dewalt 20v is just as light as the competitor's 12v. I am extremely pleased with the overall performance and battery life of this tool. As far as oscillators go, they just aren't very ergonomic tools. The dewalt oscillators have an offset handle that do make them somewhat more ergonomic than the competitors' oscillators.
Nexttool is catching up to Leatherman & Gerber. Cheers mate.
Interesting tool!
Yes, the tools from Nextool are really good for the price
For the prices is a key thing here. Leather man fans have been complaining about prices for years. Nextool is posed to pick up a good share of their market with good innovations and good prices.
Doesn't take much to catch up to Gerber. But idk about catching up to Leatherman, they are overpriced, but after trying a bunch of multi tools, quality is unmatched.
…. and doing a better job at an affordable price!
When I first saw the toolset of this I was very excited. It also looked like it was using the scissors from the Nextool Knight which I had heard was a good pair of scissors. Now hearing that none of the inner tools are locking, it doesn't come with a pocketclip or belt sheath, and the scissors seem subpar especially compared to the other scissors in Nextool's lineup... That $50 price tag doesn't seem to line up with other wave clones. It's a shame, I do like the direction they are trying to go. Though that bottle cap lifter/flathead tool just needs to go. Ive snapped nearly every one of those victorinox included.
I think it could be improved!
Pity scissors don't work... but very happy it's on outside of tool and spring loaded pliers OMG!! Well done ! They on the correct track!
Open the bit holder. Close up the handles. Secured and locked tight now. That ridge is to get over the handles.
Good tip. I'll try that.
All I’m really looking for is a Multiforce with a good pair of scissors on the outside. As far as the bit driver I’m cool with it being leather man or 1/4in.
I had high hopes for this one but it doesn’t quite have the quality I would like. Scissors, and bit driver are my 2 most used tools so the need to be good and locking.
Agreed!
I only just came across this tool and saw what looked like a leatherman style bit driver so I had to look it up on RUclips and I was happy to see you've done a video on it. If they get different bits available, I wonder if that would be a viable replacement source for leatherman tools as I hear their bits are getting hard to get
I think there is some cross compatibility but not total compatibility. They might be able to partially fill the gap.
As a lover of victoirnox knifes I cannot understand the constant distain for non locking tools, to be clear locking knife and saw is a must, but the rest is a waste of resources; I mean the question we should be asking is: does it change something while using it ? honestly I cannot think of a single example where a bottle opener or prybar or even screwdriver moved while I was working, are victorinox slip joint that good or is the locking feature a bit overrated ? I repeat the only problems I found were with a non locking saw and knife, so these should lock
Hi. Great review! Is the cutting paracord result same as if you try to use the scissors upside down?
Great question. I plan to do another review of this tool tonight. I hope the video will be available by 11pm. I will do that test exactly in the upcoming video.
3/4 wave, 1/4 wingman
Good way to look at it!
A "waveman"
Is there a Wave clone out there with both springloaded pliers and a locking 1/4" bit driver?
I can't think of one right now.
@@hvacbudget8600 I'd like to see one that did.
Already ordered it some days ago. Have to wait I think two weeks or so till I get it.
It would be the perfect toolset for me. I hoped the scissors are as good as on other tools from this Leatherman clones but I'll see how is mine... The missing lock at the bitdriver seems to me like a wrong decision. Maybe they fix it later... (I hope so)
I hope they add a lock later as well
Super unrelated, but you have been really helpful in my hunt for my edc for the my job as a hotel concierge, so I thought I’d ask here. I recently baught a Leatherman curl and I’m looking for a scissors multi tool companion, and I’m down to the SOG Snippet or the Roxon M3, which do you prefer of the two tools?
Of the two I actually like the Roxon 3 better. The SOG I think has tougher cutting power but the sides are so thin and the handles just seem a bit rough. The Roxon has smooth handles. I personally use the Leatherman Micra all the time, but of the above options which are both great I guess I'd pick the Roxon. So glad to have helped a bit. Thanks so much for watching!
Thanks so much for you’re amazing content and thank you for the insight! As an aside, I’m thinking of trying to swap in a Gerber mp600 t shank adapter into the roxon, since they have the same locking mechanism, obviously it wouldn’t hold the t shank closed, but it would give me an option!
@@stephenbalk4978 I like that idea!
@@hvacbudget8600 I’m curious would you consider the Micra to be the better than the M3 and the snippet
@@stephenbalk4978 I feel like the Snippet is a great tool if your focused on the most cutting power you can get from a small tool. The Roxon is great at being well rounded. The Micra is in my opinion the best quality my favorite to use but it has a differently arranged toolset that may not meet everyones needs. They all have strengths and weaknesses.
It's really excited see this new design of nextool and get big disappointment of no lock mechanism on the smaller tools
Nice video 👍 just curious I saw your short titled, 'Can you have too many Leathermans' 😁 and you answered 'No' I would have commented on it but didn't see where I could leave a comment. You also said you miss being able to carry your favorite Leatherman tools because many times you're testing other multitools 🤔have you ever tried carrying both? I have a pretty good collection of multitools and pocket knives myself and I have my favorites but still like to use something different from time to time. My favorite combination is my Surge & Crunch which are almost always on me at work but if I get the itch to give one of my others some pocket time I'll just add them to my belt or pocket for the day even though I'm still toting the Surge and Crunch. That way I don't get caught short but I can still try out a new tool/knife while in a real work environment. Yeah it may be a few more ounces on my belt but it never caused me to pass out from fatigue 😀 anyway just thought I'd share it with you. Enjoy your stuff keep it up!
Thanks for watching! Good point I could carry both. Sounds like you have a great collection!
I don't like leatherman bit driver. Are you getting the Gemini also?
I ordered the Gemini probably will take several weeks to get here.
@@hvacbudget8600 Awesome! Can't wait to see that video. Thanks.
Xiaomi Nextool Captain vs Swisstech 18 in 1... Which one is better and tougher?
I believe the Swisstech's 1/4" bit adapter make it better.
Nice bit of kit 👍
Thanks!
What is the weight of this?
@@numerouno7874 264 grams or 9.3 ounces.
The capitan has some similarity with the old bibury 13 in 1 pre wave clone era ( the old tool was more inspired by leatherman then a clone like the current waves clones). On the old bibury the inner tools where also not looking. The newer versions have a looking system as well like on the SWITHLAND 17 in 1. The capitan brings in this type of multitools the diamond coated file, a bit exchanger without hexbit adapter and a stranded wire cutter (if this feature works?). I like the tool set with a better scissors looking inner tools and a bit lower price I would buy the capitan.
It looks like this tool has the same problem as Charge, Wave, Curl tools: THEY PINCH YOUR PALM WHEN YOU USE THE PLYERS!!! So I am going for the Nextool crecent wrench tool. Maybe...
IMHO
Yeah, I think they made some poor choices for this one.
Inner tools not locking, not using standard bits, and the price.
This is a miss.
I've been happy with my Biburry and so far haven't seen a budget tool that's tempted me to upgrade.
Well it’s using leatherman clone bits so it’s already something
Problem with nextools the locks breaks up after about months use. Leatherman please give us a good price! 😂
also your spring make a "crispy" noise when you close the pliers?
I might need to check that.
Just so much missed potential with not having the inner tools locking...
I agree.
The scissors in this tool are just fine. You're using it upside down, that's why it didn't perform well.
I think you're definitely right. I believe I did address that in a following video. These overseas scissors are tricky this way!
Less tool, more money. And just when Nextool was doing so well
Seems like Nextool regressed on this one. The bit driver and scissors and lack of locking tool set are not a good look.
Agreed.
I was excited to see the scissors on the outside but the half bits, no locking inside tools and lame ass scissors are deal breakers. 3 strikes its out. Thanks
Finally!
In the UK, if it locks and can be used to stab, its illegal without good reason (even a screwdriver). Its likely cost cutting on a budget tool though.
Personally in UK, id rather have a lighter tool and lower price rather than worrying about the lock legalities.
Makes sense!
😊
The scissors look similar to the LM Wingmans, which are terrible scissors. Hopefully the next gen will improve them.
Bad scissors and no locking tools are a deal breaker. The proprietary bits just make it that much worse. This is a $19 multitool not a $50-60 one. I really like the smaller Nextool multitools so it’s a shame this one seems so poorly thought out.
I agree.
This looks more like a wingman/wave hybrid.
Just a copy, buy and support leatherman the true designer.
No pocket clip??? What? 🤨Please Nextool, make a mini version of the Captain (mini Captain) with deep pocket clip.
Ok, Got it, thank you.
@@Nextoolstore Nextool here's an idea for you.
Do a version of the flagship mini (maybe pro version) with a locking (safety) blade, a blade with no tip, and with a deep pocket clip. The multi tool keychain market need that.
That combo, would be ideal for the youth, scout's... Take a look on the Leatherman Leap, Victorinox Scout...
@@Jose-Ribeiro Hello Jose, thanks for your sincere suggestion, I will feedback to our team.
Such a missed opportunity by nextool...no inner lock...mediocre materials...outer tools on plier side 🤦🤦. I feel like they should know better.
I agree!
I wonder what all the fuss about scissors is. Scissors belong in a manicure set, not in a multitool, since in most cases the knife or the pincers can do the job easily. Scissors only waste space that can be used for much more important tools such as an awl, a chisel, etc.
Sooo close...
Disappointed in the scissors and the fact that the bit driver and other tools are non locking. Besides being non locking, a 1/4" driver would have been much much better. Ditch the worthless can opener and cap lifter in exchange for more daily use tools.
I agree.
you are using the scissors upside down. This is the reason they doesn't work!
No Phillips driver
Just with the bit driver.
Nope.
The scissors are not working, the bit driver is 2 dimensional, and the inside tools do not lock. I would not buy this tool
Nope, crappy scissors and price for what you get is a no go, for me.
It is a bit disappointing.
It's not true what you're saying. It's a Letherman Surge copy. At least get the information right.
The Leatherman Surge is about 1/4" larger closed and about 1/2" larger open than the Captain. Closed the Captain is larger than the Wave but open it is very close to the same length. I have all three multi tools and just compared them. It does have outside scissors like the Surge but it has no adapter like the Surge.