Benchmade Mini Griptilian vs Benchmade Mini Freek
Benchmade Mini Griptilian ($150) vs Benchmade Mini Freek ($300) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Mini Griptilian | Benchmade Mini Freek |
| Price | $150 | $300 |
| Weight | 79.7g | 80.8g |
| Material | S30V blade, Glass-filled nylon handle | M4 blade, G10 handle |
| Weight | 79.7g (Benchmade published) | 80.8g (Benchmade published) |
| Blade | 2.91 in | 3 in |
| Warranty | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty |
Pros & Cons
Benchmade Mini Griptilian
- Proven AXIS lock and ergonomics
- Handle shape suits most hand sizes
- Large aftermarket scale and part support
- Heavier than the Mini Bugout
- Nylon handle feels plain at $150
Benchmade Mini Freek
- M4 steel is tough and wear resistant
- Compact 3 in blade with a full-size grip
- G10 handle
- M4 is not stainless and needs care
- $300
Benchmade Mini Griptilian is the better value at $150. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.