Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Leatherman Wave (2004)
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Wave (2004) stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% 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$130Cheapest
Weight
269.27 g (9.50 oz)Heaviest
224 g (7.90 oz)Lightest
Closed length
119.38 mm (4.70 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)Highest
36 mm (1.42 in)Lowest
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
17Most 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
Pliers with Wire Cutters (needlenose & regular)Wire CuttersLarge Locking BladeSerrated BladeWood SawMetal SawFile with Diamond FileCan OpenerBottle OpenerScissorsBit DriverSmall Bit DriverMedium ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverHard Wire CutterWire StripperSpring Action Scissors
Plier type
Needle nose and standard pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
No
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty workDIY projectsCampingOutdoor use
TradespersonsEveryday carry with strong tool versatilityOutdoor and farm 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
Versatile set of 17 integrated tools covering many needsComfortable handles and outside accessible toolsStrong and precise pliers and wire cuttersLocking mechanisms on outside tools for safety
Common complaints
Bulkier and heavier than some other multi-tools, making pocket carry less comfortableLack of pocket clipInterior tools can be cumbersome to access
Blade steel is basic 420HC with average edge retentionScissors on 2004 model changed to smaller design that some users find less safeHeavier than some other EDC options
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