Comparison Console
Gerber Armbar Scout vs Victorinox Evolution S17
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Armbar Scout stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Armbar Scout stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Armbar Scout stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Evolution S17 stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Armbar Scout stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 10% 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$50Most expensive
US$45Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)
88 g (3.10 oz)
Closed length
92 mm (3.62 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Open length
165 mm (6.50 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
18 mm (0.71 in)Lowest
23 mm (0.91 in)Highest
Thickness
Unknown
23 mm (0.91 in)
Tools
Tool count
7Fewest tools
15Most tools
Tools
KnifePry barBottle openerHammerScissorsCan openerSaw
Large bladeNail fileNail cleanerScissorsCan openerSmall screwdriverCap lifterLarge locking screwdriverWire stripperWood sawCorkscrewPunch/reamerKeyringScale
Plier type
Unknown
N/A
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Unknown
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLight outdoor useCampingBackpackingGeneral utility tasks
Everyday carryWoodworking tasksSmall repairsCamping
Common praise
Compact and slim designReliable frame lock for safe blade useIncludes a practical set of seven essential toolsLightweight and comfortable for everyday carryStainless steel construction with pocket clip
Compact and ergonomic design with wooden handleMulti-functionality with 15 toolsLightweight and easy to carryQuality Swiss stainless steel blade
Common complaints
Limited to light-duty tasks due to small sizeBlade steel quality and edge retention not specified in detail
Lack of detailed specification on locking mechanism and opening methodNo pocket clip or sheath included noted
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