Comparison Console
Gerber Center-Drive Plus vs Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Swiss Tool Spirit MX stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Center-Drive Plus stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% 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$150Cheapest
Weight
269.27 g (9.50 oz)Heaviest
208 g (7.34 oz)Lightest
Closed length
119.38 mm (4.70 in)Longest
105 mm (4.13 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
38 mm (1.50 in)
38 mm (1.50 in)
Thickness
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
17 mm (0.67 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
16Fewest tools
24Most 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 pliersWire cutter for thin and soft wire up to 40 HRcBlade, largeCan openerScrewdriver 3 mmBottle openerScrewdriver 6 mmCrate openerWire benderScrewdriver 2 mmReamer, punchPulling hookScissorsWood sawMetal sawMetal filePhillips screwdriver 1/2Chisel 7 mm and scraperCable cover longitudinal cutterCable cover crossways cutterWire stripper and scraperLanyard holeCoupling for corkscrew
Plier type
Needle nose and standard pliers
Needle-nose pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
No
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty workDIY projectsCampingOutdoor use
Everyday carryDIY useCamping and hikingOutdoor tasksTrade and crafts
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
Solid build quality with durable stainless steel constructionComprehensive toolset with practical and well-balanced toolsSmooth locking mechanisms and one-hand opening featureIncluded sheath fits wide belts securelySharp blades and sturdy saw teeth
Common complaints
Bulkier and heavier than some other multi-tools, making pocket carry less comfortableLack of pocket clipInterior tools can be cumbersome to access
Handles can be slippery when wet due to all stainless steel constructionInitial tool deployment requires familiarization
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