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Gerber Suspension-NXT vs Gerber Truss

Gerber Suspension-NXT or Truss?

Short answer

Both are butterfly-opening Gerbers. The Suspension-NXT is about 1.7 oz lighter and comes with a pocket clip. The Truss adds a saw and a separate serrated blade, its outboard tools lock, and it comes with a sheath, for about $10 more. For pocket carry on a budget the Suspension-NXT fits better; for camping or belt carry the Truss is the more capable tool.

Choose the Gerber Suspension-NXT if

You want pocket-clip carry and the lighter tool

Choose the Gerber Truss if

You want a saw and locking tools
You carry on a belt

Based on published manufacturer specifications cross-checked against a second source. We have not tested these two tools side by side. This verdict is awaiting editorial review.

Specs side by side

Spec	Gerber Suspension-NXT	Gerber Truss
Weight	6.7 oz (190 g)	8.4 oz (238 g)
Closed length	4.25 in (108 mm)	4.35 in (111 mm)
Functional tools	13	15
MSRP	$54.99	$64.99
Blade steel	Not stated	Not stated
One-hand opening blade	No	No
Locking tools	No	Yes
Blades reachable with tool closed	Yes	Yes
Pocket clip	Included	No
Sheath	No	Included
Bit system	None	None
Warranty	Limited lifetime warranty	Limited lifetime warranty

Tool differences

Only the Gerber Suspension-NXT has

nothing the other lacks

Only the Gerber Truss has

serrated knife, saw

Both have

needlenose pliers, regular pliers, wire cutter, knife, scissors, phillips screwdriver, flathead screwdriver, can opener, bottle opener, awl / reamer, file, ruler, wire stripper

Tool types are counted once each, however the maker lists them. How we count tools.

Scores by use

Use	Gerber Suspension-NXT	Gerber Truss
Camping	61	68
Cycling	44	40
Everyday carry	59	55
Fishing	67	66
All-round use	71	71
Hiking and backpacking	50	49
Work and trades	65	69

Scores out of 100 from our published formula. Small gaps (under 3 points) are not meaningful.

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