Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman Juice CS4
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Juice CS4 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 44% 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$179.99Most expensive
US$119Cheapest
Weight
269.3 g (9.50 oz)Heaviest
158.8 g (5.60 oz)Lightest
Closed length
119.38 mm (4.70 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
31 mm (1.22 in)
Thickness
Unknown
19 mm (0.75 in)
Tools
Tool count
16Most tools
15Fewest 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
Needle nose pliersRegular pliersHard-wire cuttersWire cutters420HC knife bladeSawSpring-action scissorsAwlCan openerBottle openerCorkscrew with assistPhillips screwdriverMedium screwdriverLarge screwdriverSmall screwdriverExtra-small screwdriver
Plier type
Spring-loaded needlenose pliers with X-Channel rail system
Needle nose pliers, regular pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Handyman tasksOutdoor useEveryday carryScrewdriving with high torque
Everyday household and outdoor tasksCampingHikingLight outdoor useGeneral multi-tool needs
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
Compact size fits comfortably in pocketIncludes a useful variety of 15 toolsGood build quality with anodized aluminum handleIncludes a reliable, sharp 420HC knife bladeCorkscrew with assist is well regardedSafety lock near scissors provides secure use
Common complaints
Higher price point compared to basic multi-toolsNo pocket clip for carrySome may find the tool weight heavier than simpler multi-tools
Multiple screwdrivers might be excessive for some users
Dataset Expansion
Missing a brand?
Suggest an EDC brand for CarryCrew to research and add to the comparison database.
Community indexing queue online