Comparison Console
Microtech Hera D/E vs Microtech Ultratech T/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 14% 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$448Most expensive
US$437Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
102.3 g (3.61 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
90.2 mm (3.55 in)Longest
Overall length
191 mm (7.52 in)Shortest
217 mm (8.54 in)Longest
Closed length
138 mm (5.43 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3.35 mm (0.13 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
M390MK steel (DLC coated)
Handle material
Aluminum
6161-T6 aluminum
Finish
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
DLC coating on blade
Lock type
Out The Front
Unknown
Opening method
Double Action OTF Automatic
Out the Front (OTF) automatic deployment with Dual-fuel Drive Train
Clip type
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Strong aluminum pocket clip with ceramic ball
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
Everyday CarryHeavy Duty UseTactical ProfessionalsLaw EnforcementEmergency Use With Glass Breaker
Not best for
Unknown
Users Desiring Single Edged Blade For Thumb Control
Common praise
High Quality M390 Steel Offers Excellent Edge Retention And Corrosion Resistance.Smooth And Strong Double Action Otf Mechanism.Attractive And Ergonomic Aluminum Handle With Durable Finish.USA Made With Superior Craftsmanship.
Extremely Rugged Construction And DesignZero Blade Play Mechanism Nearly Eliminates Blade MovementIntegrated Glass Breaker On HandleHigh Quality Materials And EngineeringStrong Pocket Clip With Smooth DeploymentDurable Dlc Coating On Blade
Common complaints
Blade Finish May Vary And Is Prone To Showing Wear Over Time.Automatic Otf Knives May Have Legal Restrictions In Some Areas.
Double Edged Blade Limits Thumb Pressure Control During Cutting
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