Comparison Console
Gerber MP600 Basic vs Leatherman MUT EOD
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 130% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD 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$99.99Cheapest
US$229.95Most expensive
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Lightest
317.5 g (11.20 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
116.84 mm (4.60 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Shortest
189.2 mm (7.45 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Highest
38 mm (1.50 in)Lowest
Thickness
19.05 mm (0.75 in)Thinnest
20 mm (0.79 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
15Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersCarbide cuttersWire crimperPlain edge knifeSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverLarge flat blade screwdriverLanyard ringCan openerBottle openerFileRuler
Needlenose PliersPremium Replaceable Fuse-wire CuttersMilitary Performance Spec Cap CrimperElectrical Crimper420HC Combo KnifeSawReplaceable Cutting HookHammerBolt Override ToolReplaceable C4 PunchReplaceable Bronze Carbon Scraper#8-32 Cleaning Rod/Brush AdaptersCarabiner/Bottle OpenerLarge Bit DriverStranded-wire Cutters
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Unknown
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Military useEveryday carryField repair tasksCampingHunting
EOD and bomb squad operationsMilitary and tactical useJobs requiring multiple specialized toolsUsers needing a rugged multi-tool with replaceable parts
Common praise
Durable stainless steel constructionVersatile 14 tools including pliers, knives, screwdriversOne-hand opening designNeedle nose pliers are preciseIncludes sheath for carrying
Comprehensive toolset tailored for EOD and tactical tasksRobust build quality with replaceable componentsOne-hand operable features and accessible tools while closedIncludes pocket clip for easy carry
Common complaints
No pocket clip includedHeavier side for some users
Relatively heavy compared to standard multitoolsHigher price point due to specialized featuresSome tools may be overkill for casual users