Gerber Dime vs Suspension-NXT
2 tools, measured the same way from the same sources. 14 of 27 rows read the same on all of them; the ones that differ are what follows. A rust value is the better one in that row, grey is the worse, and a dash means we have not verified the field rather than that the tool lacks it.
The Dime weighs 62 g (2.2 oz) and the Suspension-NXT 190 g (6.7 oz), so the Dime is 128 g lighter, 67% less. By the manufacturers' own counts, the Dime carries 12 tools and the Suspension-NXT 15. Blade length is 38.1 mm (1.50 in) against 57.2 mm (2.25 in).
Specifications last verified 2026-09-30.
Where they differ
Size and weight
The Dime weighs 62 g (2.2 oz) and the Suspension-NXT 190 g (6.7 oz), so the Dime is 128 g lighter, 67% less. Folded, the Dime is 69.9 mm (2.75 in) long and the Suspension-NXT 108 mm (4.25 in).
Sources: Dime: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-08-26), Suspension-NXT: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-08-26)
Tools
By the manufacturers' own counts, the Dime carries 12 tools and the Suspension-NXT 15. Only the Dime has tweezers, plain-edge knife, package opener and lanyard ring. Only the Suspension-NXT has regular pliers, combination-edge knife, phillips screwdriver, can opener, awl, ruler and wire stripper.
Sources: Dime: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-08-26), Suspension-NXT: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-08-26)
Blade
Blade length is 38.1 mm (1.50 in) against 57.2 mm (2.25 in). The edge is plain on the Dime and combination on the Suspension-NXT.
Sources: Dime: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-08-26), Suspension-NXT: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-08-26)
Pliers
The pliers are needle-nose on the Dime and needle-nose and regular on the Suspension-NXT.
Sources: Dime: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-09-01), Suspension-NXT: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-09-01)
Price and availability
At list price the Dime is $20 cheaper: $34.99 against $54.99 for the Suspension-NXT. Per counted tool that is $2.92 for the Dime and $3.67 for the Suspension-NXT.
Sources: Dime: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-08-26), Suspension-NXT: gerbergear.com (checked 2026-08-26)
What they share
Both carry needlenose pliers, wire cutters, bottle opener, scissors, flathead screwdriver, file.
What reviewers say
Points raised by at least two independent reviewers on YouTube or Reddit, with how many made each one. The quotes behind every point are on the product pages.
Gerber Dime
7 independent reviewers. All quotes
- ✓ Durable and well-made construction 2
- ✓ Suitable for light duty tasks 2
- ✓ Pliers are functional and convenient 2
- − Pliers are weak and break easily 3
- − Screwdriver and file are useless 2
Gerber Suspension-NXT
3 independent reviewers, fewer than our target of five. All quotes
- ✓ Spring-loaded pliers function well 2
- ✓ Phillips/star driver works very well 2
- ✓ Lightweight and comfortable to carry 2
- − Knife blade needs sharpening 2
Questions
Which is better, the Dime or the Suspension-NXT?
Neither leads in every measured field, so it depends on the use. Choose the Dime if weight matters (it is 128 g lighter), price matters (it is $20 cheaper at list price) or you need a tool only it carries (tweezers, package opener and lanyard ring). Choose the Suspension-NXT if you need a tool only it carries (regular pliers, phillips screwdriver, can opener, awl and 2 more), you prefer a combination edge or you want the longer blade (19 mm longer).
Which is lighter, the Dime or the Suspension-NXT?
The Dime, at 62 g against 190 g for the Suspension-NXT, by the manufacturers' published weights.
Is the Dime worth it?
The Dime lists at $34.99, $2.92 per counted tool. Among 7 independent reviewers, the most repeated praise is "Durable and well-made construction" (2 of 7), and the most repeated criticism is "Pliers are weak and break easily" (3 of 7).
Is the Suspension-NXT worth it?
The Suspension-NXT lists at $54.99, $3.67 per counted tool. Among 3 independent reviewers, the most repeated praise is "Spring-loaded pliers function well" (2 of 3), and the most repeated criticism is "Knife blade needs sharpening" (2 of 3). That is fewer reviewers than our target of five, so treat it as preliminary.