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Benchmade Mini Griptilian vs Spyderco Squeak
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Squeak stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Squeak stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Squeak stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Squeak stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Squeak stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Squeak stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 45% 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$99Cheapest
Weight
79.7 g (2.81 oz)Heaviest
46 g (1.62 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
74 mm (2.91 in)Longest
51 mm (2.01 in)Shortest
Overall length
172 mm (6.77 in)Longest
128 mm (5.04 in)Shortest
Closed length
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)
3 mm (0.12 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
Bohler-Uddeholm N690Co
Handle material
Nylon
FRN
Finish
Satin
Satin
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Slipjoint (non-locking)
Opening method
Thumb Stud
One-hand thumb hole
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
Reversible tip-up wire clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban ProfessionalsOffice EnvironmentsGeneral Cutting Tasks
Legally restricted carry where locking folders are prohibitedEveryday carry
Not best for
Heavy-Duty Outdoor Tasks
Heavy duty tasks requiring locking blades
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
Compact and lightweightComfortable ergonomic handle with textured jimpingEasy to carry with reversible deep pocket clip
Common complaints
Smaller handle can feel cramped for larger handsAction not very snappy for one-handed opening
No locking mechanism may not suit all usersBlade length is short for some cutting tasks