CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
CRKT Padawan stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
CRKT Padawan stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
CRKT Padawan stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
CRKT Padawan 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.
Stainless Steel with G10, Carbon Fiber, or Micarta overlays
Finish
Stonewashed
Stonewash or Brush Finish, varies by variant
Lock type
Crossbar Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Flipper
Clip type
Tip-Up, reversible (Left/Right)
Pocket clip, right hand only, tip up
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Utility cutting tasks▣Camping and hiking▣Left-handed users
▣Everyday carry▣EDC▣General utility
Not best for
!Heavy-duty prying!Specialized hunting tasks
Unknown
Common praise
✓Excellent balance between size and weight✓User-friendly crossbar lock mechanism✓Durable 14C28N blade with good corrosion resistance and edge retention✓Ambidextrous clip and locking system, lefty friendly✓Awarded Blade Show Best Buy of the Year 2024
✓Excellent edge retention of 14C28N steel✓Smooth and fast blade deployment via IKBS ball bearing pivot and flipper✓Durable stainless steel handle with premium overlays✓Secure frame lock with thick lock bar✓Low profile pocket clip for secure carry
Common complaints
⚠Crossbar lock pull is shorter than industry standard⚠No obvious lanyard attachment options