Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Leatherman Skeletool CX comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.5 vs 4.7). The gap is mostly about daily pocket-carry users who want a knife + essential tools — read the strengths below before deciding.
The Armbar Drive is the screwdriver pick — Gerber's compact multi-tool with spring-loaded driver.
The Skeletool CX is the pocket pick — Leatherman's lightweight multi-tool for daily pocket carry.
Spring-loaded driver. Compact. Fewer tools.
Lightest Leatherman. 154CM blade. Pocket-carry friendly.
| Spec | Gerber Armbar Drive | Leatherman Skeletool CX |
|---|---|---|
| Tools | 7 | 7 |
| Feature | Spring-loaded driver | — |
| Weight | 2.9 oz | 5 oz |
| Brand | Gerber | Leatherman |
| Blade | — | 154CM |