Comparison Console
Gerber Icon vs SOG Flash MT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SOG Flash MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Icon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Icon stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 17% 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$70Most expensive
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Heaviest
133 g (4.69 oz)Lightest
Closed length
94.5 mm (3.72 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Open length
165.1 mm (6.50 in)Longest
141 mm (5.55 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
17.78 mm (0.70 in)
Unknown
Thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
Unknown
7
Tools
PliersScrewdriversFileScissorsSawOpenerBit driverWire cutterWire stripperCrimperAwlKnife blade (plain and serrated)Can openerBottle openerRuler
Needlenose pliersWirecuttersCenter-drive screwdriverBottle openerPry toolAssisted-open knifeMagnetic bit holder
Plier type
Needlenose
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
General purpose EDCOutdoor tasksEveryday repairsCompact toolkits
Everyday carryLightweight multitool useGeneral purpose 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
Very light for a full-size multitoolExcellent pliers with good leveragePractical and thin slicey bladeDeep-carry pocket clip that balances well
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
Handle is less comfortable due to tool cavitiesSmall driver may not work well on large fastenersSome blade play due to assisted opening mechanism
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