Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman Super Tool 300
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 1% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Super Tool 300 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Super Tool 300 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Super Tool 300 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Super Tool 300 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% 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 Super Tool 300 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Super Tool 300 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.
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$119.95Cheapest
Weight
269.27 g (9.50 oz)Lightest
272.15 g (9.60 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
177.8 mm (7.00 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
30.48 mm (1.20 in)Lowest
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
19.304 mm (0.76 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 CuttersStranded-wire CuttersElectrical CrimperWire Stripper420HC Knife420HC Serrated KnifeSawAwl w/ Thread LoopRuler (9 in | 22 cm)Can OpenerBottle OpenerWood/Metal FilePhillips ScrewdriverLarge ScrewdriverMedium ScrewdriverSmall Screwdriver
Plier type
Needle nose and standard pliers
Large Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty workDIY projectsCampingOutdoor use
Heavy duty tasksWork useTough jobs requiring multiple tools
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
Strong, large pliersAll locking tools for safetyComfortable handles with easy access even with glovesRemovable replaceable wire cuttersDurable construction with quality materials
Common complaints
Bulkier and heavier than some other multi-tools, making pocket carry less comfortableLack of pocket clipInterior tools can be cumbersome to access
Sheath sold separately, not includedNo explicit mention of one-handed opening capabilityRelatively heavy compared to smaller multi-tools
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