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Gerber MP600 Basic vs SOG Flash MT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SOG Flash MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. SOG Flash MT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SOG Flash MT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Flash MT stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 34% 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$99.99Most expensive
US$70Cheapest
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Heaviest
133 g (4.69 oz)Lightest
Closed length
116.84 mm (4.60 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Longest
141 mm (5.55 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
63.5 mm (2.50 in)
Unknown
Thickness
19.05 mm (0.75 in)
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
14Most tools
7Fewest 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 pliersWirecuttersCenter-drive screwdriverBottle openerPry toolAssisted-open knifeMagnetic bit holder
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Compound leverage pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Military useEveryday carryField repair tasksCampingHunting
Everyday carryLightweight multitool useGeneral purpose tasks
Common praise
Durable stainless steel constructionVersatile 14 tools including pliers, knives, screwdriversOne-hand opening designNeedle nose pliers are preciseIncludes sheath for carrying
Very light for a full-size multitoolExcellent pliers with good leveragePractical and thin slicey bladeDeep-carry pocket clip that balances well
Common complaints
No pocket clip includedHeavier side for some users
Handle is less comfortable due to tool cavitiesSmall driver may not work well on large fastenersSome blade play due to assisted opening mechanism
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