Comparison Console
Benchmade Mini Infidel vs Spyderco Techno 2
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the lightest option for weight. Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 107% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 21% 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$525Most expensive
US$400Cheapest
Weight
96.2 g (3.39 oz)Lightest
96.39 g (3.40 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Longest
65 mm (2.56 in)Shortest
Overall length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
152 mm (5.98 in)Shortest
Closed length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
3.5 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
CTS-XHP
Handle material
Aluminum
6AL-4V Titanium
Finish
Black matte/Anodized
Stonewash
Lock type
Double Action OTF
Frame Lock
Opening method
Out-The-Front (OTF)
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Deep Carry
Reversible deep-pocket wire clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
Everyday CarryHeavy-Duty Folding Knife Use
Not best for
Beginners unfamiliar with OTF knivesUsers needing very large blade length
Unknown
Common praise
Ergonomic and comfortable handleSecure locking mechanismReliable double-action deployment and retractionLong lasting sharp blade edge retention
Excellent build quality and edge retentionVersatile and compact designStrong and reliable frame lockAmbidextrous carry options
Common complaints
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers
Unknown