Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman Skeletool SX
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 12% 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$179.99
Unknown
Weight
269.27 g (9.50 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Closed length
119.38 mm (4.70 in)Longest
107 mm (4.21 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)Widest
33 mm (1.30 in)Narrowest
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
16 mm (0.63 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
16Most tools
8Fewest 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
Needle Nose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard Wire Cutters420hc Combo Knife BladeCarabiner/bottle OpenerDiamond Coated FileLarge Bit Driver
Plier type
Needle nose and standard pliers
Needle nose and regular pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
No
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy Duty WorkDiy ProjectsCampingOutdoor Use
SnowboardersOutdoor UseEveryday Carry
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
Lightweight And Compact DesignWell Selected Range Of Useful ToolsBlade Locks Firmly For SafetyUseful For Snowboarding And General Outdoor Use
Common complaints
Bulkier And Heavier Than Some Other Multi Tools, Making Pocket Carry Less ComfortableLack Of Pocket ClipInterior Tools Can Be Cumbersome To Access
Does Not Support One Handed Opening
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