Comparison Console
Gerber Icon vs Gerber MP600 Basic
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the narrowest option for width, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the widest option for width, with about a 257% 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$49.99Cheapest
US$99.99Most expensive
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)
255.15 g (9.00 oz)
Closed length
94.5 mm (3.72 in)Shortest
116.84 mm (4.60 in)Longest
Open length
165.1 mm (6.50 in)Shortest
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
17.78 mm (0.70 in)Lowest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Highest
Thickness
Unknown
19.05 mm (0.75 in)
Tools
Tool count
Unknown
14
Tools
PliersScrewdriversFileScissorsSawOpenerBit driverWire cutterWire stripperCrimperAwlKnife blade (plain and serrated)Can openerBottle openerRuler
Needle nose pliersCarbide cuttersWire crimperPlain edge knifeSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverLarge flat blade screwdriverLanyard ringCan openerBottle openerFileRuler
Plier type
Needlenose
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
General purpose EDCOutdoor tasksEveryday repairsCompact toolkits
Military useEveryday carryField repair tasksCampingHunting
Common praise
One-handed opening mechanism easy to useDurable stainless steel constructionIncludes a wide variety of integrated tools for multiple tasksCompact and lightweight for convenient carry
Durable stainless steel constructionVersatile 14 tools including pliers, knives, screwdriversOne-hand opening designNeedle nose pliers are preciseIncludes sheath for carrying
Common complaints
Weight and size may be considered bulky for some usersSome tools may be smaller or less robust compared to dedicated single-purpose tools
No pocket clip includedHeavier side for some users