Comparison Console
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport vs SOG PowerPlier S44
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerPlier S44 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$94Most expensive
US$58Cheapest
Weight
187 g (6.60 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
141 mm (5.55 in)Shortest
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
31 mm (1.22 in)
Unknown
Thickness
38 mm (1.50 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
12Fewest tools
13Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersWire cutterWire crimperPartially serrated bladeFiskars scissorsPhillips screwdriverSmall flathead screwdriverMedium flathead screwdriverLarge flathead screwdriverCan openerBottle openerFile
Needlenose pliersWire cuttersPartially serrated bladeSmall flathead screwdriverLarge flathead screwdriverPhillips screwdriverFileCan openerBottle openerAwlRulersLanyardSocket driver
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCarrying in car or tackle boxWorkshop tasksGarden useCamping
Everyday carryLight repair tasksMulti-tool functionalityPortable on-the-go use
Common praise
Compact size yet tough and durableSharp knife and scissors with good edge retentionSolid construction with good balance and weightUseful selection of tools for everyday tasksOne-handed opening pliers
Effective compound leverage increases gripping forceCompact and lightweight for easy carryIncludes diverse essential toolsOne-handed opening mechanism
Common complaints
Initial stiffness of pliers mechanism requiring break-in and lubricationCan opener effectiveness is poor with jagged edges and deformationScissors lack visible Fiskars branding despite being qualityScrewdrivers are short causing clearance issues in tight spaces
Discontinued model, potentially limited availabilityNo integrated pocket clip for carry
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