Comparison Console
Gerber Crucial vs Leatherman Kick
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Gerber Crucial stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Kick stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Crucial stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 137% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Crucial stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Kick stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Crucial stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Kick stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Crucial stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Kick stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 16% 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$70Most expensive
US$29.5Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
150.7 g (5.32 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
103 mm (4.06 in)Longest
Open length
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
30.5 mm (1.20 in)
Thickness
Unknown
14 mm (0.55 in)
Tools
Tool count
8Fewest tools
9Most tools
Tools
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersSemi Serrated Blade (blunt Tip For Prying & Scraping)V Cut Wire CuttersStrap CutterPhillips ScrewdriverFlat Head ScrewdriverCarabiner Clip (in Some Versions)Pocket Clip
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard Wire CuttersClip Point KnifeLarge ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverBottle / Can OpenerWire StripperLanyard AttachmentRuler
Plier type
Needlenose
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
No
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseGeneral Utility TasksOutdoor Activities
Users Needing A Compact Multitool With Essential ToolsEveryday Carry With A Pocket Clip OptionLightweight But Strong Multitool
Common praise
Compact Size Yet Full FeaturedErgonomic Handles For A Good GripReliable Stainless Steel ToolsLiner Lock Blade For SafetyGood Weight To Functionality Ratio
Compact And Lightweight DesignStrong And Functional PliersUseful Set Of Essential ToolsComfortable Grip Due To Zytel Inserts
Common complaints
Blade Edge Can Be A Blunt Tip So Less Suitable For Fine CuttingNo Included SheathSome Versions Lack Strap Cutter Or Carabiner Clip
Blade And Tools Do Not Lock OpenSome Users Find It Less Versatile Compared To More Complex MultitoolsMay Partially Open In Pocket If Not Clipped Securely
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