Comparison Console
Benchmade Rift vs Spyderco Manix 2 XL
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Rift stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Rift stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Rift stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% 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$225.25Cheapest
US$290Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
93.2 mm (3.67 in)Shortest
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
Overall length
210 mm (8.27 in)Shortest
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
Closed length
117 mm (4.61 in)Shortest
129 mm (5.08 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.9 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3.18 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
154CM stainless steel
CPM S30V
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Satin, blasted, coated options
Satin (varies with model; some Black DLC)
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Ball Bearing Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Reversible steel pocket clip, side to side mounted, tip-up, ambidextrous
Reversible Tip-Up
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical tasksEDCEmergency defenseCollectors
Everyday carryTough challengesCampingOutdoor use
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
Excellent build qualityStrong and reliable ball bearing lockAmbidextrous carry and deploymentGood cutting performance and edge retentionComfortable and secure gripCan handle tough and heavy use
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
Heavier and larger size may not suit all users