Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman Charge Plus
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% 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 Plus 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 Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% 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 Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge 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$179.99Cheapest
US$189.95Most expensive
Weight
269.27 g (9.50 oz)Heaviest
235 g (8.29 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
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
30 mm (1.18 in)Lowest
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
19 mm (0.75 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
19Most tools
Tools
Spring-loaded needlenose pliers with X-channel rail systemRotatable carbide wire cutters and strippersFull-size 3.25 inch partially serrated bladeMagnetic 3.2 inch center-axis bit driverPry bar with nail puller and bottle openerSerrated bladeAwlFileMagnetic flathead and Phillips bitsSpring-loaded scissors
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersPremium replaceable wire cuttersPremium replaceable hard-wire cuttersElectrical crimperWire stripperS30V knife blade420HC serrated knife blade with integrated cutting hookSawSpring-action scissorsRuler (8 in | 19 cm)Can openerBottle openerWood/metal fileDiamond-coated fileLarge bit driverSmall reversible Phillips/slotted driverFolding medium slotted bit driverRemovable pocket clip
Plier type
Needle nose and standard pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
No
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty workDIY projectsCampingOutdoor use
Everyday carry (EDC)Home fixesOutdoor tasksCampingTrail useGeneral cutting, carving, cookingWire cutting and electrical tasks
Common praise
Full-size tools that handle real projects reliablyCenter-axis bit driver provides great torque and reachDurable 420HC blade with long edgeSpring-loaded pliers and scissors function wellIncludes many useful tools in a sturdy design
Versatile with many tools in a compact formPremium steel blades (S30V and 420HC)Locking mechanisms for safetyReplaceable wire cuttersComfortable in hand despite tool countDurable and backed by 25-year warranty
Common complaints
Bulkier and heavier than some other multi-tools, making pocket carry less comfortableLack of pocket clipInterior tools can be cumbersome to access
Heavier than smaller multi-toolsHigher price point compared to simpler models
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