Edc Knife reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 516 Reddit reviews across 13 subreddits and 77 posts to rank the best Edc Knife brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/knives, r/EDC, r/BudgetBlades, r/knifeclub, r/CCW. Top-rated brands include Civivi (4.4/5), Spyderco (4.7/5), Kershaw (4.4/5).
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Reviews516
Subreddits13
Posts77
Brands31
Products81
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#1
Civivi
4.4
(101)
"Slicey, simple design, lightweight."
"Can vouch for the Praxis. The black on black Praxis was my first EDC. I’ve acquired several higher-end knives since and the Civivi is still the one I carry the most."
"The Praxis kicks all of those elements up a notch in a thinner form factor that still feels good in the hand. It’s sublime and can still do tough cutting jobs."
"Praxis over all. Easy to find parts.More than capable blade shape."
"Elementum. It's just a great knife."
"I would go with the Civivi Yonder. I paid $60 USD for it. It has been an awesome knife and it does hold an edge."
"Civivi Yonder."
"For a liner lock, the Civivi Mini Praxis has received really good reviews."
"Civivi's elementum is also great."
"Civivi elementum from 40 to 50 are fidget friendly."
#2
Spyderco
4.7
(82)
"I got both a Microtech Ultratech and a Spyderco Paramilitary 2. Both are awesome for edc"
"I’ve been using a Tenacious for yrs at work, it’s an outstanding knife for the price and I use it multiple times ea day."
"Spider para 3 is my go-to."
"Spyderco Manix 2 or Para 3."
"Spyderco Manix 2 or Para 3."
"My go to is a Spyderco paramilitary 2. It’s a little pricey but it’s very good all around."
"Spyderco Paramilitary 2 is also a great choice - many options for steel and handle, but it's a good design."
"Absolutely love my spyderco tenacious"
"Spyderco, benchmade, opinel, kershaw, civivi, buck"
"PM3 is better for "small". It's my favorite knife."
#3
Kershaw
4.4
(58)
"My favorite knife and most carried is the Kershaw Iridium."
"Kershaw Iridium"
"Kershaw Blur has been my go to for 10 years"
"Yonder is good. Kershaw Iridium is great."
"Use one of the 10% off codes like LTK for say a 1660 at White Mountain Knives and get it for $54 shipped. I have one with Magnacut but 14c28n is totally respectable and a great design. It's not on bearings but is assisted open for fast deployment."
"I’ve had one for several years now and it’s always treated me well. Gotta love the Ken Onion designs too."
"If you can find a Kershaw Leek on sale I’d suggest that, might be just slightly over budget otherwise but I love mine. Nice blade and spring assisted opening as well."
"Kershaw Leek."
"Kershaw Bel Air is definitely my choice."
"Second the Bel Air."
#4
Benchmade
4.5
(33)
"My M4 Bugout is always my go to."
"Spyderco, benchmade, opinel, kershaw, civivi, buck"
"Benchmade osborne or bugout"
"Benchmade bailout! 5 years and it’s still going strong."
"I’m personally biased for Benchmade as my duty use knives as they’ve always been solid knives for me that hold up and have never failed me."
"I just ordered it. Thanks mate."
"About as close to a perfect EDC as I can get."
"It so damn light it disappears in my pocket."
"If I had to redo my collection I would start there."
"I love my full sized benchmade adamas."
#5
Cold Steel
4.4
(32)
"Don’t forget the SR1 Lite also. The Joe X destruction test was an eye opener."
"Very easy to open one handed, I think the strongest lock available."
"Cannot beat a Cold Steel Recon 1 or Spartan for the money and strength."
"I have my Cold Steel Recon 1 folding tanto in my toolbelt. It's been a trooper for a few decades now."
"CS Code 4 in S35VN under $50 what a deal!"
"I hightly recommend the Cold Steel SR1 Lite. It's a big knife, thick blade for bush craft, super sharp with a nice blade profile."
"AD-15 is absolutely solid. To be honest, most Cold Steel knives fit into this category."
"I own most of them and I will also add one more, the Cold Steel AD-15."
"Cold steel espada xl"
"Cold Steel SR1 Lite."
#6
Ontario
4.6
(29)
"RAT is an outstanding suggestion."
"The Ontario Rat 1.5 in magnacut gets my vote in the category “premium steel with a good handle for less than $100”"
"Knifecenter has a rat in magnacut (a better steel than s35) for just under 100."
"Rat 1.5 with Magnacut blade is only like $80 for a step up on aus 8 and D2"
"Rat 2. Liner lock with great egros."
"Rat 2."
"For longevity, I would go with a liner lock. Ontario RAT 2 or Knafs Lander 1"
"Rat 2. trust me. i scored one for $50 CAD and it is the schiznitch."
"Rat 1 is always my pick"
"Ontario RAT 2 is a good hard use blade."
#7
CJRB
4.3
(24)
"CJRB knives are crazy how good they are for the price."
"CJRB Pyrite Light is a banger for $25."
"CJRB Pyrite is recommended."
"It hits WAY above range, i carry it with spiderco and benchmade!"
"In your price range, look at the CJRB Pyrite"
"You can also get a CJRB Pyrite which is super solid and well made."
"I'll add the CJRB Pyrite."
"Pyrite light in s90v is $80 at the moment"
"You can get a pyrite light in s90v for $80 right now"
"So far my 2 favorite that are still currently available are the CJRB Pyrite Light and the Sencut Serene."
#8
QSP
4.3
(21)
"The QSP Pelican has a very comfortable handle, and the action is superb! Great recommendation"
"Qsp penguin."
"QSP Penguin is recommended."
"QSP Penguin"
"For a straight blade under $50, I'd go with one of these: QSP Penguin."
"Qsp penguin. Great quality at reasonable prices."
"The QSP Penguin exclusives in S35VN and M390/20CV are also nice."
"Knife center has penguins in s35vn for about 60 rn"
"QSP Pelican Linerlock"
"For a cheaper knife that feels better than what it cost, a qsp penguin."
#9
Kizer
4.3
(18)
"You can’t go wrong with any Kizer or CJRB in that price range."
"Kizer drop bear in Nitro V."
"I can honestly say the Kizer drop bear is incredible!"
"Kizer Escort with micarta scales. It's $90, it's got a clutch lock (cross-bar), and it's got 154cm steel."
"Kizer Drop Bear."
"Anything from CJRB, Civivi/Sencut, Kizer, or Vosteed will do you pretty damn good."
"Anything at 50$ from these companies Kizer, CJRB, Civivi, Bestech, or QSP."
"Kizer militaw"
"I love my kizer sheepdog but I prefer the clutch lock version"
"Kizer sheepdog. Or civivi Brazen"
#10
Opinel
4.3
(16)
"Opinel #8. Best bang for the buck out there"
"Opinel is your best bet, cheap, twist lock ring for both open and closed."
"Opinels are a good choice."
"I like the Opinel knives for everyday carry."
"I still think Opinel but if you don't want that then a Spyderco."
"You should spend the $15 on an Opinel just to see how a knife should peel and slice an apple."
"Some brands to consider: opinel, victorinox, the Ontario rat knives."
"Opinel is the closest I have to a razor"
"Opinel for folding."
"Opinel or Kershaw Kuro"
#11
Milwaukee
4.7
(12)
"Milwaukee Fastback..can find them for under 20 bucks if you shop around."
"The Milwaukee fastback/Gerber EAB are common favourites."
"Just added this to my work EDC."
"This is my EDC knife (without the bit) and I use it every single day."
"This has supplanted all my other knives, since I can abuse this one with impunity."
"This knife solves %95 of our problems."
"I really need to get on of those Milwaukee's"
"The milwaukee knives are extremely underrated."
"I just have a Milwaukee fastback with blade storage. Nice to be able to beat on a knife and"
"Milwaukee fastback is what I use."
#12
CRKT
4.3
(12)
"I really like my CRKT Squid."
"I'm very happy with this crkt knife."
"CRKT Pilar are also great."
"CRKT is always good."
"+1 for ckrt. Great slim knives for a reasonable price"
"CKRT makes good, more affordable knives for r/edc"
"Check out the crkt ceo or any other knives within that class"
"Some alternatives to also consider: CRKT Pilar."
"Crkt ceo if you can find a titanium one"
"For the price it's incredibly solid and sharp."
#13
Vosteed
4.4
(11)
"The Mini Nightshade/Shilin Cutter from Vosteed is an excellent knife."
"Get a top liner racoon."
"Vosteed Racoon axis lock (my edc work knife)."
"Vosteed Racoon axis lock sounds right up your alley."
"Vosteed Raccoon"
"VOSTEED MINI NIGHTSHADE."
"The Vosteed Raccoon and CJRB Pyrite are some of the most popular models I can think of at that price range."
"Vosteed mini nightshade"
"I would add the Vosteed Raccoon to this list."
"Top: SRM, Vosteed Raccoon, TacKnives, TacKnives, SacTapBang (very good and solid despite the name), Civivi Altus."
#14
Buck
4.3
(8)
"The Buck 110 is an absolute beast."
"I’ve had my Buck 110 for years and it is still rock solid."
"It will hold an amazing edge. Has a lifetime warranty. Solid knife for around $50"
"Buck knives as well."
"For a everyday cutting rope, tape, or whatever It's a Buck 110."
"Buck 110"
"Bucks are pretty cheap and at least somewhat usa made if that means anything to you."
"Opinel and buck are more on the grandpa knife side"
#15
Hogue
4.3
(6)
"Hogue Deka is supposedly great, too."
"Hogue deka magnacut."
"$135"
"I'm also looking at the Deka."
"I would consider the hogue deka over the bugout."
"EDC: Hogue Deka, RSK, zt 0450."
#16
SOG
4.3
(6)
"SOG SEAL XR bro. That’s all you’ll ever need…"
"I love my SOG Seal XR, made in s35vn, PVD coated blade, thick blade that’ll take a beating well, folds, very durable and great with or without gloves."
"Try the Sog Seal XR. Absolute brute of a knife"
"SOG Terminus XR (the flipper tore up my pockets, so mine now rides in the glove box but I do like it)"
"SOG Terminus XR, it has a flipper tab and a stronger detent than most other crossbar locks"
"Just got an SOG Terminus XR that weighs less than 2oz and is great for EDC."
#17
Microtech
4.6
(5)
"Microtech ultratech or LUDT"
"If you‘re willing to spend a little bit more look into Microtech, even tho they look a bit more tactical they‘re still tough knifes."
"Microtech ultratechs"
"As a pocket knife? I currently carry Microtek and Benchmade."
"Microtech ultratech"
#18
Ka-Bar
4.0
(5)
"Ka-Bar Dozier"
"KaBar Dozier , cold steel Finn wolf. 👍🔪 both worth a look 👁️"
"Ka-Bar Dozier is pretty decent."
"KaBar Dozier is worth a look. Or, cold steel Finn wolf. Both budget friendly, light weight & proven to be excellent tools."
"A Dozier is very thin and light. I carry it in my back left pocket on the left side. I use it for any knife tasks."
#19
Demko
5.0
(4)
"I have a stealth slicer cub. Amazing knife, and it is always in my rotation. Highly recommended!"
"Shark Cub was the sliciest blade I've owned. Better cutting geometry than my PM2 or Bugout. Great EDC."
"The shark cub in that shape and steel can cut for dayyyyyys."
"The Shark Cub, 100% Ever since I got one, its been real hard to put anything else in my pocket."
#20
Ruike
4.5
(4)
"I just bought a Ruike P801 and it's absolutely amazing. For $30 you get 14C."
"If you want maximum rust resistance, then maybe this."
"Ruike P801"
"Ruike P801. If you're looking for lighter weight, I'd recommend the G10 version."
#21
ESEE
4.5
(4)
"ESEE Izula"
"My ESEE Izula in S35VN... is an awesome deal for that price."
"ESEE Izula. 😄"
"Esee izula or izula 2."
#22
Gerber
3.8
(4)
"The Milwaukee fastback/Gerber EAB are common favourites."
"If it's mostly for packaging consider a Gerber EAB."
"I've used the same $10 Gerber knife for like 8 years."
"Under 10$ I’d do a Walmart knife or a gerber knife"
#23
Mora
4.3
(3)
"Mora!"
"As others: Mora for fixed"
"I gave a Kershaw Rhetoric as a gift this year."
#24
Victorinox
4.3
(3)
"Can't go wrong with a Victorinox."
"Some brands to consider: opinel, victorinox, the Ontario rat knives."
"Reminds me of a victorinox you could also check eBay for a used one"
#25
Bestech
4.0
(3)
"Bestechman Dundee Magnacut. The people need to know"
"Bestechman Dundee Magnacut is also $100"
"Bestechman Dundee Magnacut"
#26
Spyderco PM3
5.0
(2)
"With that I think the best knife I have ever owned for edc is my pm3 from spyderco."
"Especially my PM3."
#27
Sencut
4.5
(2)
"My personally recommended favorite would be the Sencut Serene. I don’t think you could go wrong with any of these."
"So far my 2 favorite that are still currently available are the CJRB Pyrite Light and the Sencut Serene."
#28
Real Steel
4.0
(2)
"Anything from Real Steel"
"Real steel makes good budget knives."
#29
SRM
4.0
(2)
"Anything from SRM"
"Top: SRM, Vosteed Raccoon, TacKnives, TacKnives, SacTapBang (very good and solid despite the name), Civivi Altus."
#30
KaBar
4.0
(2)
"KaBar"
"Kabar"
#31
Ganzo
3.5
(2)
"Look into ganzo"
"The cheapest is the Ganzo with D2"
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