Comparison Console
Gerber Lockdown Pry vs Leatherman Sidekick
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Sidekick stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% 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$69.99Most expensive
US$40Cheapest
Weight
170 g (6.00 oz)Lightest
198 g (6.98 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
14.2 mm (0.56 in)Lowest
25 mm (0.98 in)Highest
Thickness
14 mm (0.55 in)Thinnest
25 mm (0.98 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
10Fewest tools
14Most tools
Tools
Plain edge bladeReplaceable #11 utility bladeScissorsFile with chisel edgeCast pry barBottle openerLarge flathead driverSmall flathead driverNail puller
Spring-action pliersSpring-action needle-nose pliersSpring-action wire cutters420HC stainless steel straight knife blade420HC stainless steel serrated knife bladeWood/metal fileSaw bladeCan openerBottle openerWire stripperSmall flat head screwdriverMedium flat head screwdriverPhillips screwdriver#1.5 inch ruler
Plier type
N/A
Spring-action needle-nose and regular pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
No
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEDC problem solvingCampingFishingOutdoor useSmall gear repairsTasks needing pry bar functionality
Everyday carryLight-duty household tasksCamping and hikingOutdoor adventuresBasic repairs
Common praise
Compact and slim designUseful array of essential toolsDurable aluminum handle with textured gripFrame lock for blade securityWell-suited for everyday carry and outdoor use
durable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomic designWide range of useful toolsSpring-action pliers perform wellGood value for the priceOne-hand accessible blades
Common complaints
Weight at 170 g may be heavier than minimalists preferLack of pocket clip noted in some sourcesSome find blade length limited for larger tasks
Wire cutters have a small gap making fine cutting difficultSaw struggles with thicker woodSmall size of the ruler limits usabilityInner tools do not lock and can close if knocked
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