Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman MUT EOD
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 22% 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
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 28% 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 EOD stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD 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.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% 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$229.95Most 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)
38 mm (1.50 in)
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
16Most tools
15Fewest 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 PliersPremium Replaceable Fuse Wire CuttersMilitary Performance Spec Cap CrimperElectrical Crimper420hc Combo KnifeSawReplaceable Cutting HookHammerBolt Override ToolReplaceable C4 PunchReplaceable Bronze Carbon Scraper#8 32 Cleaning Rod/brush AdaptersCarabiner/bottle OpenerLarge Bit DriverStranded Wire Cutters
Plier type
Needle nose and standard pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
No
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy Duty WorkDiy ProjectsCampingOutdoor Use
Eod And Bomb Squad OperationsMilitary And Tactical UseJobs Requiring Multiple Specialized ToolsUsers Needing A Rugged Multi Tool With Replaceable Parts
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
Comprehensive Toolset Tailored For Eod And Tactical TasksRobust Build Quality With Replaceable ComponentsOne Hand Operable Features And Accessible Tools While ClosedIncludes Pocket Clip For Easy Carry
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 Standard MultitoolsHigher Price Point Due To Specialized FeaturesSome Tools May Be Overkill For Casual Users
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