Comparison Console
Microtech Cypher T/E vs Microtech Troodon D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon D/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon D/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 8% 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$477Cheapest
US$511Most expensive
Weight
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Lightest
164 g (5.78 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
90 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
241 mm (9.49 in)Longest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
Premium Steel and Elmax Stainless Steel (may vary)
Handle material
Black Aluminum
Anodized 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Finish
Black
Blackwash finish on blade, Tan Camo finish (varies by model)
Lock type
Slide lock
Slide lock
Opening method
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
Thumb slide open and lock
Clip type
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Ambidextrous stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseProfessional UseCollectors
Law EnforcementArmed ForcesFirst RespondersEveryday CarryClose Quarter Combat
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Exceptional Edge Retention And Corrosion Resistance Due To Premium Bohler M390mk SteelUltra Smooth Blade Deployment And Retraction With Dual Spring DrivetrainSecure Grip Enhanced By Handle Jimping And Ergonomic DesignCompact And Lightweight For Easy Everyday CarryHigh Quality Craftsmanship And Reliability
Sturdy And Beefy ConstructionSmooth And Reliable ActionAmbidextrous Use With Pocket ClipMade In The USA
Common complaints
Unknown
Unknown
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