Comparison Console
Gerber Suspension-NXT vs Leatherman Bond
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Bond stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% 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 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bond stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bond stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bond stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Bond stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% 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$59.95Most expensive
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
176 g (6.21 oz)Lightest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
165 mm (6.50 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
30 mm (1.18 in)
Thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
15Most tools
14Fewest 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 PliersHard-wire CuttersWire CuttersWire Stripper420HC BladeAwlCan OpenerBottle OpenerWood/Metal FilePhillips ScrewdriverMedium ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverRuler (8-inch / 19-cm)
Plier type
Spring loaded needle nose
Needlenose with Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
No
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Unknown
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingHikingQuick repairsLight outdoor tasks
Everyday carryLight to medium general useUsers wanting common essential tools in a compact multi-tool
Common praise
Comprehensive tool selectionDurable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomicsSmooth tool deploymentStrong pliersIntegrated pocket clip
Compact and lightweightIncludes most common essential toolsCustomizable handle colors and designsDurable 420HC stainless steel toolsGood value for the price
Common complaints
Blade not the sharpestSmall blade sizeSerrated portion can get stuck mid-cutHeavier and bulkier than minimalist multitools
Lacks specialty tools found on other Leatherman modelsNo included sheathOptional pocket clip costs extra