Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman Charge TTi
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$179.99Cheapest
US$190Most expensive
Weight
269.3 g (9.50 oz)Heaviest
252.19 g (8.90 oz)Lightest
Closed length
119.38 mm (4.70 in)Longest
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
158.75 mm (6.25 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
30.48 mm (1.20 in)
Thickness
Unknown
19.3 mm (0.76 in)
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
19Most tools
Tools
Spring Loaded Needle Nose PliersStandard PliersRotatable Carbide Wire Cutters And StripperPartially Serrated BladeCenter Axis Magnetic Bit DriverMagnetic Flathead And Phillips BitsExtra Bit HolderRulerBottle OpenerPry Bar With Nail PullerAwlFine And Coarse Sided FileSpring Loaded ScissorsLanyard HoleTool Lock
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersPremium Replaceable Wire CuttersPremium Replaceable Hard Wire CuttersElectrical CrimperWire StripperS30V Knife Blade420hc Serrated Knife Blade With Cutting HookSawSpring Action ScissorsRuler (8 In / 19 Cm)Can OpenerBottle OpenerWood/metal FileDiamond Coated FileLarge Bit DriverSmall Bit DriverMedium ScrewdriverRemovable Pocket Clip
Plier type
Spring-loaded needlenose pliers with X-Channel rail system
Folding pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
No
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Handyman TasksOutdoor UseEveryday CarryScrewdriving With High Torque
EDC (every Day Carry)Automotive RepairsOutdoor And Backcountry UseHousehold FixesCamping And Trail Use
Common praise
Effective Full Size Tools Including Center Axis Driver For Maximum TorqueOne Thumb Opening Sliding Jaws For Easy One Hand UseIncludes Spring Loaded Scissors And Rotatable Carbide Wire CuttersDurable 420hc Stainless Steel Blade And Robust BuildLeather Sheath Included Enhances CarryMade In USA Quality And Lifetime Warranty
Wide Range Of Tools Covering Almost Any TaskPremium Materials Such As Titanium Handles And S30V Steel BladesReplaceable Wire Cutters For DurabilityLocking Mechanisms For Safety And StrengthCompact Size Despite Having Many ToolsVersatile Bit Driver System With Included Bits
Common complaints
Higher Price Point Compared To Basic Multi ToolsNo Pocket Clip For CarrySome May Find The Tool Weight Heavier Than Simpler Multi Tools
Relatively Heavy Compared To Smaller MultitoolsExpensive Price PointProprietary Bit Driver Design Limits Some Larger Bit CompatibilitySome Models Recalled For Knife Blade Closure DefectScissors Can Be Difficult And Somewhat Dangerous To Access
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