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Gerber Truss vs Leatherman PST
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman PST stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman PST stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Truss stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman PST stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman PST stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% 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$64.99Most expensive
US$60Cheapest
Weight
238.2 g (8.40 oz)Heaviest
146 g (5.15 oz)Lightest
Closed length
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
Open length
165 mm (6.50 in)Longest
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
17 mm (0.67 in)Lowest
26.5 mm (1.04 in)Highest
Thickness
Unknown
12.6 mm (0.50 in)
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
14Fewest tools
Tools
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cutterPlain edge blade (2.25 in)Serrated edge blade (2.25 in)ScissorsSawCross driverSmall flathead driverMedium flathead driverLarge flathead driverCan openerBottle openerAwlFileRulerWire stripper
Needlenose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersHard-wire cuttersClip-point knifeMetal/wood fileRuler (8in/20cm)Can openerBottle openerExtra-small screwdriverMedium screwdriverLarge screwdriverPhillips screwdriverAwl/punch
Plier type
Spring-loaded needlenose pliers
Needle-nose and Regular Pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Professional users needing a full-feature multi-toolEveryday carryCampingHuntingTradesmenFishingOutdoor adventure
Everyday carrySurvival situationsMulti-functional tasks
Common praise
Compact and slim design for easy carryDurable stainless steel constructionSpring-loaded pliers reduce hand fatigueAll tools lock securelyIncludes a comprehensive set of 17 useful tools including pliers, blades, screwdrivers, and openers
Versatile and compact toolset for everyday and survival tasksIconic design and durable stainless steel constructionIncludes a wide range of useful tools in one package
Common complaints
Weight may be heavier than minimalistic multi-toolsNo mention of one-hand opening featureSome users might find the size larger than pocket knife-only tools
No locking mechanism on toolsTool clumping during useSome may find it outdated compared to modern multi-tools
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