Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman MUT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% 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 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 13% 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$265Most expensive
Weight
269.27 g (9.50 oz)Lightest
317.5 g (11.20 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
119.38 mm (4.70 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Shortest
189.2 mm (7.45 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)Lowest
38.1 mm (1.50 in)Highest
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
16
16
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
PliersWire cutters with replaceable bladesElectrician's crimping pliersKnife with combined bladeSawCutting hookHammerBolt override toolBronze carbon scraperCleaning brush adapterFirearm disassembly punchLarge bit adapter
Plier type
Needle nose and standard pliers
Special military combination pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
No
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty workDIY projectsCampingOutdoor use
Firearm maintenanceMilitary gear maintenanceCivilian and military firearm usersTactical and outdoor use
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
Durable and robust build qualityIncludes specialized firearm maintenance toolsOne-hand opening for ease of useIncludes replaceable wire cutter bladesVersatile with 16 tools in one
Common complaints
Bulkier and heavier than some other multi-tools, making pocket carry less comfortableLack of pocket clipInterior tools can be cumbersome to access
Relatively heavy compared to smaller multitoolsLarger size may not be ideal for all-day carrySome specialized tools may be unnecessary for non-firearm users
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