Comparison Console
Gerber Icon vs Leatherman Charge TTi
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 280% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the longest option for open 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$49.99Cheapest
US$190Most expensive
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Heaviest
252.19 g (8.90 oz)Lightest
Closed length
94.5 mm (3.72 in)Shortest
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Longest
Open length
165.1 mm (6.50 in)Longest
158.75 mm (6.25 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
17.78 mm (0.70 in)Lowest
30.48 mm (1.20 in)Highest
Thickness
Unknown
19.3 mm (0.76 in)
Tools
Tool count
Unknown
19
Tools
PliersScrewdriversFileScissorsSawOpenerBit driverWire cutterWire stripperCrimperAwlKnife blade (plain and serrated)Can openerBottle openerRuler
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersPremium replaceable wire cuttersPremium replaceable hard-wire cuttersElectrical crimperWire stripperS30V knife blade420HC serrated knife blade with cutting hookSawSpring-action scissorsRuler (8 in / 19 cm)Can openerBottle openerWood/Metal fileDiamond-coated fileLarge bit driverSmall bit driverMedium screwdriverRemovable pocket clip
Plier type
Needlenose
Folding pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
General purpose EDCOutdoor tasksEveryday repairsCompact toolkits
EDC (every day carry)Automotive repairsOutdoor and backcountry useHousehold fixesCamping and trail use
Common praise
One-handed opening mechanism easy to useDurable stainless steel constructionIncludes a wide variety of integrated tools for multiple tasksCompact and lightweight for convenient carry
Wide range of tools covering almost any taskPremium materials such as titanium handles and S30V steel bladesReplaceable wire cutters for durabilityLocking mechanisms for safety and strengthCompact size despite having many toolsVersatile bit driver system with included bits
Common complaints
Weight and size may be considered bulky for some usersSome tools may be smaller or less robust compared to dedicated single-purpose tools
Relatively heavy compared to smaller multitoolsExpensive price pointProprietary bit driver design limits some larger bit compatibilitySome models recalled for knife blade closure defectScissors can be difficult and somewhat dangerous to access