Comparison Console
Gerber Suspension-NXT vs Leatherman Fuse
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% 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
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Fuse 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 Fuse 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$94.7Most expensive
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
169.2 g (5.97 oz)Lightest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Shortest
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
30.4 mm (1.20 in)
Thickness
Unknown
15 mm (0.59 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
Needlenose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard-Wire CuttersClip-Point KnifeScissorsLarge ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverRulerBottle/Can OpenerWire StripperLanyard Attachment
Plier type
Spring loaded needle nose
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
No
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingHikingQuick repairsLight outdoor tasks
EDC for indoor/outdoor/adventure useUsers needing a 13-in-1 multi-tool with locking bladesUsers requiring full-size pliers and a long clip-point blade
Common praise
Comprehensive tool selectionDurable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomicsSmooth tool deploymentStrong pliersIntegrated pocket clip
Strong pliers with improved wider pivot for durabilityComfortable finger-grooved Zytel handle gripsLocking blades for safety and convenienceLong knife blade and screwdrivers for reach and utilityUseful assortment of tools covering common needs
Common complaints
Blade not the sharpestSmall blade sizeSerrated portion can get stuck mid-cutHeavier and bulkier than minimalist multitools
Scissors are smaller with shorter cutting stroke compared to previous modelsNo diamond file included, which some users expectSheath included is low quality, made of imitation leatherSlightly heavier and thicker handles than some similar tools