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Gerber Suspension-NXT vs Leatherman Kick

EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Leatherman Kick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.

Fewest tools

Leatherman Kick stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Most tools

Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Leatherman Kick stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% 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.

Gerber Suspension-NXT — Tool count: 15Gerber Suspension-NXT — Closed length: 108 mm (4.25 in)Gerber Suspension-NXT — Weight: 190 g (6.70 oz)Gerber Suspension-NXT — Retail price: US$55.5Gerber Suspension-NXT — Open length: 159 mm (6.26 in)Leatherman Kick — Tool count: 9Leatherman Kick — Closed length: 103 mm (4.06 in)Leatherman Kick — Weight: 150.7 g (5.32 oz)Leatherman Kick — Retail price: US$29.5Leatherman Kick — Open length: 159 mm (6.26 in)Tool countClosed lengthWeightRetail priceOpen length
Price & carry
Retail price
US$55.5Most expensive
US$29.5Cheapest
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
150.7 g (5.32 oz)Lightest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
103 mm (4.06 in)Shortest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)
159 mm (6.26 in)
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
30.5 mm (1.20 in)
Thickness
Unknown
14 mm (0.55 in)
Tools
Tool count
15Most tools
9Fewest 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 KnifeLarge ScrewdriverSmall ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverBottle / Can OpenerWire StripperLanyard AttachmentRuler
Plier type
Spring loaded needle nose
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
No
Unknown
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
Unknown
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingHikingQuick repairsLight outdoor tasks
Users needing a compact multitool with essential toolsEveryday carry with a pocket clip optionLightweight but strong multitool
Common praise
Comprehensive tool selectionDurable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomicsSmooth tool deploymentStrong pliersIntegrated pocket clip
Compact and lightweight designStrong and functional pliersUseful set of essential toolsComfortable grip due to Zytel inserts
Common complaints
Blade not the sharpestSmall blade sizeSerrated portion can get stuck mid-cutHeavier and bulkier than minimalist multitools
Blade and tools do not lock openSome users find it less versatile compared to more complex multitoolsMay partially open in pocket if not clipped securely