Comparison Console
Gerber Suspension-NXT vs Leatherman Bolster
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bolster stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% 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$55.5Most expensive
US$45Cheapest
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
171.3 g (6.04 oz)Lightest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
152 mm (5.98 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
25.4 mm (1.00 in)
Thickness
Unknown
12.7 mm (0.50 in)
Tools
Tool count
15Most tools
13Fewest tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersRegular pliersWire cutter2.25 inch partially serrated bladeScissorsBottle openerAwlFileWire stripperReal cross driverLarge flathead driverMedium flathead driverSmall flathead driverCan openerRuler
Spring-action needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersWire stripper420HC knifeSerrated knifeWood/metal fileCan openerBottle openerRuler (1.5 in | 3.8 cm)Phillips screwdriverMedium screwdriverSmall screwdriver
Plier type
Spring loaded needle nose
Spring-action Pliers
One-hand opening
No
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingHikingQuick repairsLight outdoor tasks
OutdoorsCampingHomeWorkEveryday carryLightweight useGeneral purpose tasks
Common praise
Comprehensive tool selectionDurable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomicsSmooth tool deploymentStrong pliersIntegrated pocket clip
Lightweight and compact designVersatile 13 tools in oneDurable 420HC stainless steel constructionLocking blade for safetyIncluded nylon sheathAffordable price point
Common complaints
Blade not the sharpestSmall blade sizeSerrated portion can get stuck mid-cutHeavier and bulkier than minimalist multitools
Lacks some specialized tools found in higher-end modelsSome users wish for smaller size or additional blades