Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 102% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Fewest tools
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Most tools
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Leatherman Charge TTi stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% 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.
•Needlenose pliers•Regular pliers•Premium replaceable wire cutters•Premium replaceable hard-wire cutters•Electrical crimper•Wire stripper•S30V knife blade•420HC serrated knife blade with cutting hook•Saw•Spring-action scissors•Ruler (8 in / 19 cm)•Can opener•Bottle opener•Wood/Metal file•Diamond-coated file•Large bit driver•Small bit driver•Medium screwdriver•Removable pocket clip
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Folding pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC▣Carrying in car or tackle box▣Workshop tasks▣Garden use▣Camping
▣EDC (every day carry)▣Automotive repairs▣Outdoor and backcountry use▣Household fixes▣Camping and trail use
Common praise
✓Compact size yet tough and durable✓Sharp knife and scissors with good edge retention✓Solid construction with good balance and weight✓Useful selection of tools for everyday tasks✓One-handed opening pliers
✓Wide range of tools covering almost any task✓Premium materials such as titanium handles and S30V steel blades✓Replaceable wire cutters for durability✓Locking mechanisms for safety and strength✓Compact size despite having many tools✓Versatile bit driver system with included bits
Common complaints
⚠Initial stiffness of pliers mechanism requiring break-in and lubrication⚠Can opener effectiveness is poor with jagged edges and deformation⚠Scissors lack visible Fiskars branding despite being quality⚠Screwdrivers are short causing clearance issues in tight spaces
⚠Relatively heavy compared to smaller multitools⚠Expensive price point⚠Proprietary bit driver design limits some larger bit compatibility⚠Some models recalled for knife blade closure defect⚠Scissors can be difficult and somewhat dangerous to access