Comparison Console
Gerber Icon vs Leatherman Super Tool 300
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber Icon stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Super Tool 300 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Super Tool 300 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Super Tool 300 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Super Tool 300 stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 8% 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$119.95Most expensive
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Lightest
272.15 g (9.60 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
94.5 mm (3.72 in)Shortest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
Open length
165.1 mm (6.50 in)Shortest
177.8 mm (7.00 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
17.78 mm (0.70 in)Lowest
30.48 mm (1.20 in)Highest
Thickness
Unknown
19.304 mm (0.76 in)
Tools
Tool count
Unknown
19
Tools
PliersScrewdriversFileScissorsSawOpenerBit driverWire cutterWire stripperCrimperAwlKnife blade (plain and serrated)Can openerBottle openerRuler
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersPremium Replaceable Wire CuttersPremium Replaceable Hard-wire CuttersStranded-wire CuttersElectrical CrimperWire Stripper420HC Knife420HC Serrated KnifeSawAwl w/ Thread LoopRuler (9 in | 22 cm)Can OpenerBottle OpenerWood/Metal FilePhillips ScrewdriverLarge ScrewdriverMedium ScrewdriverSmall Screwdriver
Plier type
Needlenose
Large Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
General purpose EDCOutdoor tasksEveryday repairsCompact toolkits
Heavy duty tasksWork useTough jobs requiring multiple tools
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
Strong, large pliersAll locking tools for safetyComfortable handles with easy access even with glovesRemovable replaceable wire cuttersDurable construction with quality materials
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
Sheath sold separately, not includedNo explicit mention of one-handed opening capabilityRelatively heavy compared to smaller multi-tools