Comparison Console
Gerber MP600 Basic vs Leatherman Charge Ti
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Ti stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% 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$99.99Cheapest
US$173Most expensive
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Heaviest
238 g (8.40 oz)Lightest
Closed length
116.84 mm (4.60 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
63.5 mm (2.50 in)
Unknown
Thickness
19.05 mm (0.75 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
19Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersCarbide cuttersWire crimperPlain edge knifeSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverLarge flat blade screwdriverLanyard ringCan openerBottle openerFileRuler
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersWire Stripper154CM Stainless Steel Clip-Point Blade420HC Serrated BladeSawSpring-Action Scissors8 inch (19 cm) RulerCan OpenerBottle OpenerWood/Metal FileDiamond-Coated FileLarge Bit DriverSmall Bit DriverLarge ScrewdriverWire CrimperFixed Lanyard Ring
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Military useEveryday carryField repair tasksCampingHunting
EDC multitool useCamping and outdoor tasksBike touring and repairPrecision and durable cutting tasks
Common praise
Durable stainless steel constructionVersatile 14 tools including pliers, knives, screwdriversOne-hand opening designNeedle nose pliers are preciseIncludes sheath for carrying
Extensive tool set covering many functionsDurable titanium handle scales and stainless steel buildOne-handed accessibility to toolsIncludes premium 154CM steel main bladeCompact size with comparatively light weight for multitools
Common complaints
No pocket clip includedHeavier side for some users
Titanium handles provide no structural strength benefit, mainly aestheticSerrated blade uses standard stainless steel not premium steelScissors are smaller new generation design, some prefer older folding scissors design