There are options for small high quality pliers today totally unheard of even two years ago. And of the most common, here's my take for an EDC pliers, or as I like to think of it, my Last Best Pliers.

Knipex XS Cobra: https://amzn.to/3rOdfbg

Knipex Mini Cobra: https://amzn.to/34EQ5eP

Knipex XS Plier Wrench: https://amzn.to/3gOPhq1

Knipex Mini Plier Wrench: https://amzn.to/3LBfjLE