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Gerber Icon vs Leatherman Kick

EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Command Brief

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Leatherman Kick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Gerber Icon stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Gerber Icon stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Gerber Icon stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

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.

Gerber Icon — Closed length: 94.5 mm (3.72 in)Gerber Icon — Open length: 165.1 mm (6.50 in)Gerber Icon — Weight: 255.15 g (9.00 oz)Gerber Icon — Retail price: US$49.99Gerber Icon — Width: 17.78 mm (0.70 in)Leatherman Kick — Closed length: 103 mm (4.06 in)Leatherman Kick — Open length: 159 mm (6.26 in)Leatherman Kick — Weight: 150.7 g (5.32 oz)Leatherman Kick — Retail price: US$29.5Leatherman Kick — Width: 30.5 mm (1.20 in)Closed lengthOpen lengthWeightRetail priceWidth
Price & carry
Retail price
US$49.99Most expensive
US$29.5Cheapest
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Heaviest
150.7 g (5.32 oz)Lightest
Closed length
94.5 mm (3.72 in)Shortest
103 mm (4.06 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)Lowest
30.5 mm (1.20 in)Highest
Thickness
Unknown
14 mm (0.55 in)
Tools
Tool count
Unknown
9
Tools
PliersScrewdriversFileScissorsSawOpenerBit driverWire cutterWire stripperCrimperAwlKnife blade (plain and serrated)Can openerBottle openerRuler
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
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
General purpose EDCOutdoor tasksEveryday repairsCompact toolkits
Users needing a compact multitool with essential toolsEveryday carry with a pocket clip optionLightweight but strong multitool
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
Compact and lightweight designStrong and functional pliersUseful set of essential toolsComfortable grip due to Zytel inserts
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 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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