Comparison Console
Gerber Icon vs Gerber Suspension-NXT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 4% 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$55.5Most expensive
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Heaviest
190 g (6.70 oz)Lightest
Closed length
94.5 mm (3.72 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Open length
165.1 mm (6.50 in)Longest
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
17.78 mm (0.70 in)
Unknown
Thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
Unknown
15
Tools
PliersScrewdriversFileScissorsSawOpenerBit driverWire cutterWire stripperCrimperAwlKnife blade (plain and serrated)Can openerBottle openerRuler
Needle nose pliersRegular pliersWire cutter2.25 inch partially serrated bladeScissorsBottle openerAwlFileWire stripperReal cross driverLarge flathead driverMedium flathead driverSmall flathead driverCan openerRuler
Plier type
Needlenose
Spring loaded needle nose
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
General purpose EDCOutdoor tasksEveryday repairsCompact toolkits
Everyday carryCampingHikingQuick repairsLight outdoor tasks
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
Comprehensive tool selectionDurable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomicsSmooth tool deploymentStrong pliersIntegrated pocket clip
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
Blade not the sharpestSmall blade sizeSerrated portion can get stuck mid-cutHeavier and bulkier than minimalist multitools