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Gerber Truss vs SOG Tellus MT
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Truss stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Truss stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Truss stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG Tellus MT stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% 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$64.99Cheapest
US$98.85Most expensive
Weight
238.2 g (8.40 oz)Heaviest
193 g (6.81 oz)Lightest
Closed length
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Open length
165 mm (6.50 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
17 mm (0.67 in)Narrowest
18 mm (0.71 in)Widest
Thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Tools
Tool count
17Most tools
15Fewest 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
PliersBladeSawFlat ScrewdriverPhillips ScrewdriverAwlChiselTweezersScissorsFirestarterBottle OpenerFileSmall ScrewdriverTin OpenerWire Cutter
Plier type
Spring-loaded needlenose pliers
Unknown
One-hand opening
Unknown
Yes
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
Sheath included
Yes
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Professional Users Needing A Full Feature Multi ToolEveryday CarryCampingHuntingTradesmenFishingOutdoor Adventure
CampingEveryday CarrySurvivalTacticalOutdoor UseCampsite TasksAdventure 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
Compact And LightweightIncludes A Comprehensive Set Of Essential Outdoor ToolsDurable And Grippy G10 HandlesGood Cutting And Gripping Power Due To Compound LeverageEasy Tool Fold Away And Storage In Nylon Pouch
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 Pocket Clip Included
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