Comparison Console
Gerber Suspension-NXT vs Victorinox EvoWood 17
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% 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
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 116% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 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.
Victorinox EvoWood 17 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Suspension-NXT stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 27% 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$55.5Most expensive
US$55Cheapest
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Open length
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
149 mm (5.87 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
Unknown
28 mm (1.10 in)
Thickness
Unknown
23 mm (0.91 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
BladeNail fileNail cleanerScissorsCan openerSmall screwdriverLarge locking screwdriverCap lifterWire stripperWood sawCorkscrewPunch/reamerKeyring
Plier type
Spring loaded needle nose
Unknown
One-hand opening
No
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
Unknown
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingHikingQuick repairsLight outdoor tasks
General everyday carryLight outdoor tasksCamping and hiking supportSmall cutting tasks
Common praise
Comprehensive tool selectionDurable stainless steel constructionComfortable ergonomicsSmooth tool deploymentStrong pliersIntegrated pocket clip
Well made with quality materialsElegant walnut wood handle adds classSharp blade and reliable scissorsCompact toolset with many practical functionsComfortable ergonomic handle design
Common complaints
Blade not the sharpestSmall blade sizeSerrated portion can get stuck mid-cutHeavier and bulkier than minimalist multitools
Tool thickness notable for pocket carryNo pocket clip includedTools require two hands to openWood handle may be sensitive to water exposure