Comparison Console
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport vs Victorinox Skipper Pro
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP400 Compact Sport stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 39% 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$93.53Cheapest
Weight
187 g (6.60 oz)Heaviest
180 g (6.35 oz)Lightest
Closed length
111 mm (4.37 in)
111 mm (4.37 in)
Open length
141 mm (5.55 in)Shortest
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
31 mm (1.22 in)
Unknown
Thickness
38 mm (1.50 in)Thickest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
12Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersWire cutterWire crimperPartially serrated bladeFiskars scissorsPhillips screwdriverSmall flathead screwdriverMedium flathead screwdriverLarge flathead screwdriverCan openerBottle openerFile
Lock blade (serrated)CorkscrewCan opener with small screwdriverBottle opener with screwdriverWire insulation removerPuncher/reamerKey ringTweezersToothpickKnot loosener with spike (marlin spike)PliersWire cutterWire benderPhillips screwdriverLanyardShackle openerWire crimping toolLanyard
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCarrying in car or tackle boxWorkshop tasksGarden useCamping
Sailing and marine useEveryday carry for sailorsTasks requiring multiple tools in nautical environment
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
Robust and reliable toolset for sailing and marine tasksGood quality stainless steel blade and toolsSecure locking bladesCompact yet comprehensive tool selection
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
No pocket clip for easy carryNot designed for one-handed openingRelatively heavy compared to smaller multitools