Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman Wave Plus
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave Plus 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 17% 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$130Cheapest
Weight
269.3 g (9.50 oz)Heaviest
241 g (8.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
119.38 mm (4.70 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
158.8 mm (6.25 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
38 mm (1.50 in)
Thickness
Unknown
20 mm (0.79 in)
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
18Most 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
PliersWire cuttersReplaceable wire cuttersFine nose pliersRegular nose pliersMultiple bladesScrewdriversSawSpring-action scissorsRulerEyeglass screwdriverPhillips #1-2 screwdriver3/16" screwdriver
Plier type
Spring-loaded needlenose pliers with X-Channel rail system
Spring-action Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Handyman tasksOutdoor useEveryday carryScrewdriving with high torque
DIY tasksHome repairsGardeningOutdoors activitiesEveryday carry
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
Durable and built to lastIncludes a comprehensive set of toolsVersatile for a wide range of tasksSpring-action pliers and replaceable wire cutters appreciated
Common complaints
Higher price point compared to basic multi-toolsNo pocket clip for carrySome may find the tool weight heavier than simpler multi-tools
Sheath not included by defaultSome users note it is relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools
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