Comparison Console
Gerber Truss vs Victorinox Deluxe Tinker
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Victorinox Deluxe Tinker stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Truss stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Truss stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Deluxe Tinker stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Deluxe Tinker stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Deluxe Tinker stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Deluxe Tinker stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Truss stands out as the longest option for open 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$67.99Most expensive
Weight
238.2 g (8.40 oz)Heaviest
123 g (4.34 oz)Lightest
Closed length
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Open length
165 mm (6.50 in)Longest
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
17 mm (0.67 in)Lowest
25.4 mm (1.00 in)Highest
Thickness
Unknown
22 mm (0.87 in)
Tools
Tool count
17
17
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
Large bladeSmall bladePhillips screwdriverCan openerSmall screwdriverBottle openerScrewdriver 6 mmWire stripperReamer/punch/sewing awlScissorsPliersWire cutterWire crimping toolMultipurpose hookToothpickTweezersKey ring
Plier type
Spring-loaded needlenose pliers
Multi-function pliers
One-hand opening
Unknown
No
Pocket clip
Unknown
No
Sheath included
Yes
No
Use case profile
Best for
Professional users needing a full-feature multi-toolEveryday carryCampingHuntingTradesmenFishingOutdoor adventure
CampingDIY tasksBushcraftHikingGeneral everyday carry
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
High build qualityVersatile tool selectionCompact size
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
Blade not lockableNo one-hand opening
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