Comparison Console
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout vs Leatherman Charge Plus
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge Plus 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 Pro Scout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Charge Plus stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Pro Scout stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 25% 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$115.62Cheapest
US$189.95Most expensive
Weight
227.5 g (8.02 oz)Lightest
235 g (8.29 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
128 mm (5.04 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
168 mm (6.61 in)Longest
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
30 mm (1.18 in)
Thickness
Unknown
19 mm (0.75 in)
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
19Most tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersSaf.T.Plus locking knifeRemGrit saw with universal saw couplerSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverRulerWire crimperFileSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverCan openerBottle openerScissors
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersPremium replaceable wire cuttersPremium replaceable hard-wire cuttersElectrical crimperWire stripperS30V knife blade420HC serrated knife blade with integrated cutting hookSawSpring-action scissorsRuler (8 in | 19 cm)Can openerBottle openerWood/metal fileDiamond-coated fileLarge bit driverSmall reversible Phillips/slotted driverFolding medium slotted bit driverRemovable pocket clip
Plier type
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Military and tactical useOutdoor and survival tasksVersatile everyday carry
Everyday carry (EDC)Home fixesOutdoor tasksCampingTrail useGeneral cutting, carving, cookingWire cutting and electrical tasks
Common praise
Robust stainless steel constructionVersatile toolset with 14 toolsReliable locking mechanismOne-handed opening featureIncludes ballistic nylon sheath
Versatile with many tools in a compact formPremium steel blades (S30V and 420HC)Locking mechanisms for safetyReplaceable wire cuttersComfortable in hand despite tool countDurable and backed by 25-year warranty
Common complaints
Relatively heavy at 227.5 gramsNo pocket clip included
Heavier than smaller multi-toolsHigher price point compared to simpler models