Comparison Console
Microtech Hera S/E vs Microtech Troodon S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon S/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 33% 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$454.74Cheapest
US$511Most expensive
Weight
89.03 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
140.39 g (4.95 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Longest
Overall length
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Shortest
241.3 mm (9.50 in)Longest
Closed length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Shortest
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.54 mm (0.10 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Premium Steel
M390MK
Handle material
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash
Black (blade)
Lock type
Out The Front
Out The Front
Opening method
Thumb Slide
Double Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Extra-wide pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Reversible titanium roller ball pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical
Law EnforcementUnited States Armed ForcesFirst Responder Service PersonnelDuty CarryEveryday CarryHard-use situations
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Sleek carry and dependable performanceSmooth and consistent dual-action OTF mechanismDurable yet lightweight aluminum handleExcellent control and slicing efficiency with single-edge drop point bladeUnique clip design with ceramic glider ball allows smooth pocket slide
Smooth and snappy OTF actionReliable and heavy-dutyExceptional grip from jimping and groovesExceptional build qualityQuick and effortless deployment
Common complaints
Unknown
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