Comparison Console
Benchmade Autocrat 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 14% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 20% 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$500Cheapest
US$525Most expensive
Weight
111.41 g (3.93 oz)Heaviest
96.2 g (3.39 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
94.23 mm (3.71 in)Longest
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Shortest
Overall length
222.25 mm (8.75 in)Longest
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Shortest
Closed length
128.02 mm (5.04 in)Shortest
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.67 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
D2 Tool Steel
Handle material
G10 composite
Aluminum
Finish
DLC coated black
Black matte/Anodized
Lock type
N/A
Double Action OTF
Opening method
Double-action out-the-front automatic (spine-fire slide)
Out-The-Front (OTF)
Clip type
Deep-carry, reversible tip-down MALICE clip (MOLLE compatible)
Deep Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useRapid deployment
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
Not best for
Heavy cutting tasksNon-tactical uses requiring single edged blades
Beginners unfamiliar with OTF knivesUsers needing very large blade length
Common praise
Smooth and reliable actionHigh-quality G10 handle constructionLightweight and pocket friendlySolid build quality typical of BenchmadeExcellent edge retention of CPM-S30V steel
Ergonomic and comfortable handleSecure locking mechanismReliable double-action deployment and retractionLong lasting sharp blade edge retention
Common complaints
Blade comes dull from factory requiring honingDouble-edged dagger blade not versatile for all EDC tasksRelatively high price for steel type
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers