Comparison Console
Gerber Suspension-NXT vs Leatherman Skeletool SX
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, 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 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the longest option for open 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$55.5
Unknown
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
107 mm (4.21 in)Shortest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
33 mm (1.30 in)
Thickness
Unknown
16 mm (0.63 in)
Tools
Tool count
15Most tools
8Fewest tools
Tools
Needle Nose PliersRegular PliersWire Cutter2.25 Inch Partially Serrated BladeScissorsBottle OpenerAwlFileWire StripperReal Cross DriverLarge Flathead DriverMedium Flathead DriverSmall Flathead DriverCan OpenerRuler
Needle Nose PliersRegular PliersWire CuttersHard Wire Cutters420hc Combo Knife BladeCarabiner/bottle OpenerDiamond Coated FileLarge Bit Driver
Plier type
Spring loaded needle nose
Needle nose and regular pliers
One-hand opening
No
No
Pocket clip
Yes
Unknown
Sheath included
Unknown
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryCampingHikingQuick RepairsLight Outdoor Tasks
SnowboardersOutdoor UseEveryday Carry
Common praise
Comprehensive Tool SelectionDurable Stainless Steel ConstructionComfortable ErgonomicsSmooth Tool DeploymentStrong PliersIntegrated Pocket Clip
Lightweight And Compact DesignWell Selected Range Of Useful ToolsBlade Locks Firmly For SafetyUseful For Snowboarding And General Outdoor Use
Common complaints
Blade Not The SharpestSmall Blade SizeSerrated Portion Can Get Stuck Mid CutHeavier And Bulkier Than Minimalist Multitools
Does Not Support One Handed Opening
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