Comparison Console
Gerber MP600 Basic 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 29% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 Basic stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% 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$93.53Cheapest
Weight
255.15 g (9.00 oz)Heaviest
180 g (6.35 oz)Lightest
Closed length
116.84 mm (4.60 in)Longest
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
Open length
167.64 mm (6.60 in)Shortest
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
63.5 mm (2.50 in)
Unknown
Thickness
19.05 mm (0.75 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
14Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersCarbide cuttersWire crimperPlain edge knifeSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverLarge flat blade screwdriverLanyard ringCan openerBottle openerFileRuler
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
Military useEveryday carryField repair tasksCampingHunting
Sailing and marine useEveryday carry for sailorsTasks requiring multiple tools in nautical environment
Common praise
Durable stainless steel constructionVersatile 14 tools including pliers, knives, screwdriversOne-hand opening designNeedle nose pliers are preciseIncludes sheath for carrying
Robust and reliable toolset for sailing and marine tasksGood quality stainless steel blade and toolsSecure locking bladesCompact yet comprehensive tool selection
Common complaints
No pocket clip includedHeavier side for some users
No pocket clip for easy carryNot designed for one-handed openingRelatively heavy compared to smaller multitools