Comparison Console
Gerber E-Tool vs Gerber MP600 D.E.T.
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber E-Tool stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber E-Tool stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber E-Tool stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber E-Tool stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber E-Tool stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% 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$162Most expensive
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Heaviest
249.5 g (8.80 oz)Lightest
Closed length
116.84 mm (4.60 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
Unknown
Thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
15Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersPinch cut wire cuttersWire crimperPlain edge knifeSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverLarge flat blade screwdriverLanyard ringCan openerBottle openerFileRuler
Needle nose pliersPinch cut wire cuttersWire crimperPlain edge knifeSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverLarge flat blade screwdriverLanyard ringCan openerBottle openerFileWire cutterRem Grit saw
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Military useTacticalEveryday carryOutdoor activities
Military and tactical useCombat operatorsField use requiring reliable multi-tool
Common praise
Durable stainless steel buildVersatile 14 tool setOne-hand opening mechanismIncludes sheath for carrying
Durable stainless steel constructionOne-hand operationCarbide wire cutters for hardened wireLifetime warrantyIncludes nylon sheath
Common complaints
Some versions include blades which may not be allowed in all workplacesWeight of 9 oz may be heavy for some users
Handles less ergonomic compared to newer designsPlier tools are not spring-loadedBlade steel considered basic by modern standardsDesign has remained largely unchanged for years