Comparison Console
Benchmade Anthem vs Benchmade Mini Infidel
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 14% 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$525
US$525
Weight
103.76 g (3.66 oz)Heaviest
96.2 g (3.39 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88.9 mm (3.50 in)Longest
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Shortest
Overall length
204.7 mm (8.06 in)Longest
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Shortest
Closed length
115.8 mm (4.56 in)Shortest
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.845 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-20CV
D2 Tool Steel
Handle material
Single piece billet titanium
Aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed
Black matte/Anodized
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Double Action OTF
Opening method
Manual-opening
Out-The-Front (OTF)
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Deep Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
Not best for
Unknown
Beginners unfamiliar with OTF knivesUsers needing very large blade length
Common praise
Robust and solid constructionExcellent edge retention and sharpnessLightweight and ergonomic designAmbidextrous with dual thumb studs and reversible clip
Ergonomic and comfortable handleSecure locking mechanismReliable double-action deployment and retractionLong lasting sharp blade edge retention
Common complaints
High retail priceStonewash finish perceived to dull the material luster
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers