Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman OHT
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 4% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman OHT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman OHT 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.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman OHT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman OHT stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the shortest option for open length.
Leatherman OHT stands out as the longest option for open length.
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$118.9Cheapest
Weight
269.27 g (9.50 oz)Lightest
280.99 g (9.91 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
119.38 mm (4.70 in)Longest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Shortest
168.275 mm (6.63 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)
Unknown
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)
Unknown
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
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersSpring-loaded wire cuttersHard-wire cuttersFine edge knife bladeSerrated knife bladeWood sawSmall flathead screwdriverMedium flathead screwdriverLarge flathead screwdriverPhillips head screwdriverCan openerBottle openerOxygen tank wrenchStrap cutterCleaning rod attachment
Plier type
Needle nose and standard pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
No
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty workDIY projectsCampingOutdoor use
One-handed operationQuick access to multiple toolsOutdoor useOn-site jobsHome 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
Easy one-handed opening and tool deploymentSpring-loaded pliers reduce hand fatigueClear imprinted tool locations for quick identificationSecure tool locks for safetyVersatile tool set for various tasks
Common complaints
Bulkier and heavier than some other multi-tools, making pocket carry less comfortableLack of pocket clipInterior tools can be cumbersome to access
Some users find multitool weight somewhat heavyLimited information on blade steel quality beyond 420HC stainless steel
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