Comparison Console
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. vs Leatherman Tread LT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 73% 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 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber MP600 D.E.T. stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Tread LT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 73% 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$175Most expensive
Weight
249.5 g (8.80 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)
Unknown
Open length
Unknown
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
18 mm (0.71 in)
Thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
15Fewest tools
26Most tools
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
Cutting HookBottle OpenerPhillips Screwdriver (two)Large ScrewdriverMedium Screwdriver (two)Small Screwdriver (two)Box Wrenches (10mm, 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8")Hex Wrenches (5mm, 6mm, 3/32", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4")1/4" Socket Drive#2 Square DriveOxygen Tank WrenchCarbide Glass BreakerPick and SIM Card Tool
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
N/A
One-hand opening
No
No
Pocket clip
No
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Military and tactical useCombat operatorsField use requiring reliable multi-tool
Wearable multitool for everyday carrySituations where standard multitools are not allowedTasks requiring a variety of driver tools
Common praise
Durable stainless steel constructionOne-hand operationCarbide wire cutters for hardened wireLifetime warrantyIncludes nylon sheath
Wide range of tools integrated into a wearable braceletImproved comfort and lighter weight compared to original TreadDurable 17-4 stainless steel construction
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
No fine size adjustment resulting in fit challengesNot as functional as traditional plier-based multitoolsSome users find it heavy despite weight reduction
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