Comparison Console
Gerber Suspension-NXT vs Gerber Truss
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Truss stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% 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$55.5Cheapest
US$64.99Most expensive
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Lightest
238.2 g (8.40 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
165 mm (6.50 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
17 mm (0.67 in)
Thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
15Fewest tools
17Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersRegular pliersWire cutter2.25 inch partially serrated bladeScissorsBottle openerAwlFileWire stripperReal cross driverLarge flathead driverMedium flathead driverSmall flathead driverCan openerRuler
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cutterPlain edge blade (2.25 in)Serrated edge blade (2.25 in)ScissorsSawCross driverSmall flathead driverMedium flathead driverLarge flathead driverCan openerBottle openerAwlFileRulerWire stripper
Plier type
Spring loaded needle nose
Spring-loaded needlenose pliers
One-hand opening
No
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingHikingQuick repairsLight outdoor tasks
Professional users needing a full-feature multi-toolEveryday carryCampingHuntingTradesmenFishingOutdoor adventure
Common praise
Comprehensive tool selectionDurable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomicsSmooth tool deploymentStrong pliersIntegrated pocket clip
Compact and slim design for easy carryDurable stainless steel constructionSpring-loaded pliers reduce hand fatigueAll tools lock securelyIncludes a comprehensive set of 17 useful tools including pliers, blades, screwdrivers, and openers
Common complaints
Blade not the sharpestSmall blade sizeSerrated portion can get stuck mid-cutHeavier and bulkier than minimalist multitools
Weight may be heavier than minimalistic multi-toolsNo mention of one-hand opening featureSome users might find the size larger than pocket knife-only tools