Comparison Console
Benchmade Mini Griptilian vs Spyderco Manix 2 Lightweight
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Manix 2 Lightweight stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Manix 2 Lightweight stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 Lightweight stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 Lightweight stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 Lightweight stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 16% 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$150Most expensive
US$143.25Cheapest
Weight
79.7 g (2.81 oz)Lightest
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
74 mm (2.91 in)Shortest
86 mm (3.39 in)Longest
Overall length
172 mm (6.77 in)Shortest
203 mm (7.99 in)Longest
Closed length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
118 mm (4.65 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CTS BD1N
Handle material
Nylon
FRCP
Finish
Satin
Satin or Diamond-Like Carbon
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Ball Bearing Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Round Hole
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
Tip-up Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban ProfessionalsOffice EnvironmentsGeneral Cutting Tasks
Everyday carryTactical useAmbidextrous operationOne-handed openingLightweight folding knives
Not best for
Heavy-Duty Outdoor Tasks
Unknown
Common praise
Durable and sharp CPM S30V steelSmooth and reliable AXIS lock mechanismCompact and lightweight design suitable for discreet carryAmbidextrous design with reversible clipLifetime warranty and sharpening service by Benchmade
Excellent ambidextrous design with reversible clip and round hole openingLightweight and ergonomic handle design with secure gripStrong and smooth Ball Bearing Lock mechanismHigh-quality CTS BD1N blade steel with good cutting performance
Common complaints
Smaller handle can feel cramped for larger handsAction not very snappy for one-handed opening
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