Comparison Console
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. vs Leatherman MUT EOD
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman MUT EOD stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% 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$162Cheapest
US$229.95Most expensive
Weight
249.5 g (8.80 oz)Lightest
317.5 g (11.20 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)
127 mm (5.00 in)
Open length
Unknown
189.2 mm (7.45 in)
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
38 mm (1.50 in)
Thickness
Unknown
20 mm (0.79 in)
Tools
Tool count
15
15
Tools
Needle nose pliersPinch cut wire cuttersWire crimperPlain edge knifeSerrated knifeCross point screwdriverSmall flat blade screwdriverMedium flat blade screwdriverLarge flat blade screwdriverLanyard ringCan openerBottle openerFileWire cutterRem Grit saw
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
No
Yes
Pocket clip
No
Yes
Sheath included
Yes
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Military and tactical useCombat operatorsField use requiring reliable multi-tool
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 constructionOne-hand operationCarbide wire cutters for hardened wireLifetime warrantyIncludes nylon sheath
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
Handles less ergonomic compared to newer designsPlier tools are not spring-loadedBlade steel considered basic by modern standardsDesign has remained largely unchanged for years
Relatively heavy compared to standard multitoolsHigher price point due to specialized featuresSome tools may be overkill for casual users