Comparison Console
Benchmade Super Freek vs Spyderco Caribbean
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, 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$325
Unknown
Weight
121.9 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
119 g (4.20 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
91.4 mm (3.60 in)Shortest
94 mm (3.70 in)Longest
Overall length
214.9 mm (8.46 in)Shortest
217 mm (8.54 in)Longest
Closed length
123.4 mm (4.86 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
2.9 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3.6 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM M4
LC200N
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Cerakote coated
Satin
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Compression Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb hole (Spyderhole)
Clip type
Split Arrow
Bead-blasted titanium clip, tip-up, non-deep carry
Use case profile
Best for
Every day carry (EDC)Hard use utility tasks
EDCWet conditions useUtility tasksFood preparation
Not best for
Professional/Office EnvironmentsWet or Marine EnvironmentsDelicate SlicingDeep Concealment
Deep-carry clip preference
Common praise
Durable materials and construction with G10 and CPM-M4 steelExcellent grip due to layered milled G10 handleStrong and tough blade suitable for hard useReliable AXIS Lock mechanismAmbidextrous tip-up pocket clip
Rust-free LC200N blade for worry-free use in wet conditionsLarger blade than Para Military 2 without significant weight increaseSmooth deployment and fidget-friendly designUnique G10 handle provides excellent gripCompression lock for safer closingVersatile for various tasks, from utility to food prep
Common complaints
Not Corrosion ResistanceBulky in PocketNon-Deep Carry Clip
Non-rustproof hardware and liners can corrodeSoft screws may strip easily during adjustmentsNo deep-carry clip, with about 3/4 inch protruding from pocketUnique aesthetics may not appeal to everyoneThinner edge requires more frequent maintenanceHigher price point compared to some other Spyderco models