Comparison Console
Microtech Hera II Mini vs Microtech UTX-70 D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 25% 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$314Most expensive
US$249Cheapest
Weight
54 g (1.90 oz)Heaviest
34.02 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
76 mm (2.99 in)Longest
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
Overall length
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
143 mm (5.63 in)Shortest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
82 mm (3.23 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.24 mm (0.09 in)Thickest
2 mm (0.08 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK Stainless Steel
CPM-204P Stainless Steel
Handle material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Anodized Aluminum (various colors including black, blue, tan, carbon fiber, micarta)
Finish
Various including Apocalyptic and Black
Damascus, Satin, Apocalyptic, Stonewash, Serrated variants noted
Lock type
Slide
Slide Lock
Opening method
Out-the-front (OTF) automatic, double-action
Thumb Slide, Automatic OTF (Out the Front)
Clip type
Titanium pocket clip with roller ball
Tip Down
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCombat readinessCollectors
EDCHard-use cutting toolSmall, nimble carryLaw enforcementMilitaryFirst responders
Not best for
Non-automatic knife preference
Unknown
Common praise
Smooth, reliable dual-action deployment via proprietary Dual Fuel DrivetrainLightweight and compact size suitable for EDCPrecision craftsmanship with quality materialsErgonomic design with improved pocket clip and glass breaker
Small size fits watch pockets comfortablyReliable automatic OTF mechanismHigh quality materials and constructionVariety of blade steels and finishes available
Common complaints
Some users report occasional issues with blade retraction on certain modelsOverall length may exceed 6 inches, potentially not compliant with some regulations
Limited production runs make some models rare and costlySome reports of wear on clips and blades with use
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