Comparison Console
Gerber Suspension-NXT vs Leatherman Curl
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 10% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% 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 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Curl stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Curl stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Curl 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.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Curl stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 4% 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$89.95Most expensive
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Lightest
212 g (7.48 oz)Heaviest
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
Unknown
Thickness
Unknown
15 mm (0.59 in)
Tools
Tool count
15
15
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 stainless steel knife (locking)Large screwdriver bit (Phillips/slotted)Scissors w/ spring actionDiamond-coated file (locking)Can openerBottle openerAwl with thread loopRuler (8-inch/19 cm)Wood/metal file (same as diamond-coated file, opposite face)Medium screwdriver
Plier type
Spring loaded needle nose
Combination pliers
One-hand opening
No
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingHikingQuick repairsLight outdoor tasks
Everyday carryBeginners looking for an affordable multi-toolUsers wanting outside-accessible knife and file tools
Common praise
Comprehensive tool selectionDurable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomicsSmooth tool deploymentStrong pliersIntegrated pocket clip
Affordable for first-time usersOutside-accessible knife blade and fileLightweight and thin designIncludes a large bit driver compatible with Leatherman bitsComes with sheath and pocket clip
Common complaints
Blade not the sharpestSmall blade sizeSerrated portion can get stuck mid-cutHeavier and bulkier than minimalist multitools
Lacks fully locking tools on many implementsMissing serrated blade and wood saw compared to WaveNon-replaceable wire cutter bladesOnly two outside-accessible tools compared to four on higher-end models