Comparison Console
Benchmade Arcane vs Benchmade Bugout
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Bugout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 1% 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$270Most expensive
US$180Cheapest
Weight
81.65 g (2.88 oz)Heaviest
52.5 g (1.85 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
81.3 mm (3.20 in)Shortest
82.3 mm (3.24 in)Longest
Overall length
196.1 mm (7.72 in)Longest
189.7 mm (7.47 in)Shortest
Closed length
114.8 mm (4.52 in)Longest
107.2 mm (4.22 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.29 mm (0.09 in)
2.29 mm (0.09 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S90V
CPM S30V
Handle material
7075-T6 Aluminum
Grivory
Finish
Satin
Cerakote on blade with Black Oxide on clip
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Opening method
Assisted-opening, flipper
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Deep-Carry, reversible tip-up
Tip-up Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban useTactical
Everyday carry (EDC)Lightweight outdoor useUltralight hiking and backcountry adventuring
Not best for
Heavy use cutting tasksBeginners in sharpening
Heavy-duty survival tasksBatonning or heavy chopping
Common praise
Durable blade for daily useEasy one-handed opening with flipperComfortable for both handsSecure AXIS lockSleek and lightweight design
Exceptionally lightweight (1.85 ounces)Strong edge retention of S30V steelSmooth and slim profile easily carried in pocketReliable ambidextrous Axis Lock mechanismDurable Cerakote blade finish resists wear
Common complaints
Blade can be hard to sharpen for beginnersHandle may feel cold in winterPocket clip might be too tightBlade can chip under heavy use
Handle scales feel slightly flexible under pressureNot intended for heavy-duty useClip's black oxide finish shows wear over time