Comparison Console
Benchmade Rift vs Benchmade Sequel
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Sequel stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Sequel stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Sequel stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Sequel stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Sequel stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Sequel stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 24% 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$225.25Most expensive
US$140.25Cheapest
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
73.71 g (2.60 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
93.2 mm (3.67 in)Longest
74.93 mm (2.95 in)Shortest
Overall length
210 mm (8.27 in)Longest
171.45 mm (6.75 in)Shortest
Closed length
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
96.52 mm (3.80 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.9 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
2.54 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
154CM stainless steel
154CM stainless steel
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
6061-T6 aluminum with black G10 inlays
Finish
Satin, blasted, coated options
Satin finish (some models with black BK1 coating)
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Ambidextrous dual thumb stud opener
Clip type
Reversible steel pocket clip, side to side mounted, tip-up, ambidextrous
Reversible tip-up steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical tasksEDCEmergency defenseCollectors
Everyday carryCamp/hike
Not best for
Lighter weight preferencePrecision cutting tasks
Unknown
Common praise
Strong and reliable designComfortable G10 handleSmooth and secure Axis lockAmbidextrous opening and carryingSolid build qualityExcellent blade design and steel choice
Lightweight and compactSmooth AXIS lock operationAmbidextrous opening and clipGood grip with textured handle
Common complaints
Heavier weight may be an issue for some usersThumb stud can be difficult to operate with glovesSome may find pocket clip too tightNot ideal for heavy carving or precision cutting tasks
Unknown