BEST Hard Case EDC Wallet! Aviator vs. Ridge vs. Akeeni Xsto vs. Fantom -(AVOID this ONE)

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With so many choices for hard case EDC wallets, I decided to take a look at 4 of the more popular name brand selections to see which is most worth the money. There is one clear wallet to AVOID if you are deciding between these. This video is a comprehensive look and showcase of everything these wallets do (card, cash, coin capacity) build etc. Hopefully it helps in your decision on which one to buy!
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00:00 - 01:00 : Intro
01:01 - 02:32 : Card Capacity Xsto
02:33 - 04:28 : Card Capacity Aviator
04:29 - 05:20 : Card Capacity Ridge
05:21 - 07:09 : Card Capacity Fantom
07:12 - 08:57 : Cash Capacity
08:58 - 11:12 : Price/Accessories Xsto
11:13 - 13:58 : Price/Accessories Aviator
13:59 - 15:32 : Price/Accessories Ridge
15:33 - 17:30 : Price/Accessories Fantom
17:31 - 21:00 : Best Choice/Final Thoughts

[@glr4ffe893]

I've had a fantom for several months now and I have no issues what's so ever. I got the medium size one which I think is something like 6-10. I'm honestly not sure. And I hold 7 cards inside and I physically can't get them to fall out. I've shaked it really hard and they don't budge. The fan mechanism seems like it's been improved since your one as it feel more premium and has a very nice soft close. Id have to put all my strength into ripping the flip bit off. The money clip holds the cash in tightly so I never worry about it falling out. My friends and family have some of the other options and a couple of them have now ordered a fantom because they prefer it. They're all good so it's definitely a personal preference but I was just annoyed to find out that the fantom was just bullied throughout this video. Definitely not a bad wallet from what I've found. But everyone is entitled to their opinion.

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

I agree. The claim that the cards "fall out" of it is nonsense. I've had one for over 5 years now, I carry it daily, and have never had a card come even near falling out of it, let alone fall out of it for real.

[@LdawgFaraoni]

@@spartanthe300ththermopylae4 I was thinking the same thing. The cards barely moved when he shook it. I have two of the fantom x with the cash carrying attachment, I LOVE IT. I also just bought my dad the fantom s for fathers day.

[@SpartanThe300th]

@@LdawgFaraoni yeah, I thought as much. Glad you confirmed my suspicion. This "review" is anything but impartial.

[@pakman21]

Had mine since end of 2017 no issues with fantom only cards fall out when not enough placed within.

[@Chris_P_Bacon]

Very in-depth review, thanks a lot!

[@davidkopatz8270]

I've recently purchased a ridge wallet and I'm finding this video pretty helpful!

[@chuckblomberg9904]

I’ve had my Ridge stuffed full for several years, never had an issue with the elastic.

[@SpicyTofu808]

Same , no issues so far. Just bought the AirTag attachment, which takes away from the sleek look but is very functional.

[@LycanRageUnlimited]

I started pricing out the aviator in titanium cames out to $710. Wife said no to stay with the ridge for now. Might get the xtso later on once the ridge starts giving out. Also a tip after pushing out the cards on the ridge opening pinch the corner and it spreads the cards out

[@hepgeoff]

One of the best comparisons of these types of wallets on KZbin, thanks! I'm leaning towards the Akeeni.

[@Joshua88Graham]

So glad you found the video helpful brother! The xsto is a great choice

[@cuttingedgecool7235]

Great, great review, I value your opinion of these minimalist wallets, I have 3 Ridge wallets and I’m going to purchase a couple of the Aviator wallets.

[@Joshua88Graham]

Ayyyy much appreciated my friend. So glad you found the video helpful (: The Aviator is an amazing wallet. I think you’ll really enjoy it in comparison to the Ridge. Thanks for taking the time to comment!!

[@cuttingedgecool7235]

@@Joshua88Graham Just used your coupon code to order a carbon fiber slim wallet slide!

[@kozmo7]

Thank you! Helped me a ton

[@Joshua88Graham]

My pleasure, glad it helped (:

[@bigbuckeye76]

Having tried all of these…the Xstow is by far the best at actually accessing the cards.

[@Joshua88Graham]

It really is an amazing wallet and they did it differently, which I appreciated

[@guymerola1033]

I'm waiting for my Aviator to arrive. I opted for the brushed aluminum with no options. I've had no experience with any of these wallets, although my other half just got the Ridge which he seems to be enjoying so far. I went with the Aviator for its flexibility vs. the Ridge. I like the idea of being able to adjust the tension of the elastic based on the number of cards I happen to be carrying at the time. For example, when I travel I leave certain cards at home. I don't know for sure, but I would imagine that not overtaxing the elastic will increase its lifespan. And being able to adjust the tension means accessing the cards should never be a chore. My issue with the Xsto is that you have to hope the wallet you order will continue to meet your card carrying needs in the future. Extra cards will tax whatever size you buy, and too few cards might lead to flopping around and possibly having some items fall out.

[@BibleLovingLutheran]

Aviator is a no go for me. Straps on my Frenchie are starting to fall apart after 5 years. A good run but the straps are just not as minimal to me. How’s yours holding up?

[@bigd5899]

@@BibleLovingLutheran why not replace them ? they cost like 10 bucks.

[@mikecompton6401]

I have the akeeni. Love it

[@derekwarkentin7138]

I have the XSTO and love it.

[@Joshua88Graham]

I’m a huge fan as well! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment and share

[@JimDrews]

XSTO stock does come with plastic business card cover. You purchased the carbon fiber upgrade. Just thought I’d mention that because your video says stock XSTO doesn’t have business card cover.

[@Joshua88Graham]

Thanks for the heads up Jim! I thought that it was available through an up charge. Appreciate your comment though as it’s always good for the community and viewers. Be safe and well (:

[@justinbrewer6899]

man you should keep doing these reviews your honest about them which is what alot of us wallet collectors need is honesty lol

[@Joshua88Graham]

Ahhh much appreciated brother (: Very glad you’ve enjoyed the videos! And yes, I hear that lol. I try to be as honest as I can because I know these days a lot of ppl aren’t. So thank you for noticing that :D appreciate the support and you stopping by to comment!

[@justinbrewer6899]

@@Joshua88Graham no problem i doubt the makers would send them to you for free like they do most reviewers on here because you want hype them up and bullshit us lol but still thanks for honesty

[@Yetipfote]

Thanks! That was helpful! But you forgot to feature the coin holder on the Aviator.

[@Joshua88Graham]

Check 12:27 of the video (: I touched base on that in the accessories part. Thank you for taking the time to support and leave a comment! Really glad you found the video helpful.

[@Miller3492]

on the aviatorwallet- cant the coin compartment hold another credit card?

[@user-gk2cg2th9h]

All they need to do to fix the design on the last one is make the lever linger and cover the corner of the cards, then when you pull the lever it unlocks and displays the cards in the same motion.

[@pauldavies961]

Hi Josh, I got the XSTO and i've noticed it's de-laminated the tops of the cards from taking them in and out over the past 2 weeks since I had it, have you experienced this issue?

[@Joshua88Graham]

Hey there Paul! Thanks for taking a moment to pose a question. I have not experienced anything like this from using the XSTO. Though all of my cards (debit and credit) over time do that for me, just wear down. No matter what kind of wallet I use- Just due to constant use. I know cards these days are made sorta cheap and I find I replace (debit and credit cards) every 2 ish years. Where on your cars are you finding they are delaminating most?

[@pauldavies961]

@@Joshua88Graham At the tops that rub along the top bar that keeps them. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this :)

[@harishramaiah2503]

@@pauldavies961 Hi I have been having this issue with XSTO else its amazing wallet and hence unfortunately am back using my frenchie wallet but I like the way XSTO operates

[@chrisb919]

Thanks for the Aviator discount. It was all I’d been waiting for to get one.

[@braydenlewis5742]

It's a good video, I feel like you gave a lot of hate to the Fantom that wasn't deserved. I have a Fantom X and I find it to be a very unique and practical wallet. Getting my cards is easy and the retention is great, it won't let go. Materials are great and the modularity aspect is phenomenal. I love that it can hold cash, coins or even keys which is crazy. So great review, I just wanted to point out some of the major improvements in the Fantom X. Cheers!

[@Joshua88Graham]

Hey there Barayden, thanks for taking the time to leave some honest feedback. I actually have a couple videos featuring the Fantom X where I talk about all the improvements (: I think they really hit it out of the park with the new iteration.

[@braydenlewis5742]

@@Joshua88Graham That's awesome! I haven't seen those yet. It does seem to be a great improvement over previous iterations. Thanks!

[@bulbous9000]

BTW-great video.

[@davidthanos]

I love the XSTO. It's different and easy. Looks heavy but it's light and love that the cash is hidden. I have rossm, cheaper and pretty decent fake ridge and it's not bad. But I still like the XSTO

[@originalequi6043]

aviator is hands down the best of them......have the original one for several years now. if you need capacity there is nothing better

[@fiendslegacy]

The aviator looks a lot smaller than the XSTO. Is that right?

[@metsfaninct]

Nice. I have a Xsto coming. I agree on your opinion on ridge wallets. I couldn’t get use to how much of a pain it was to get my cards out.

[@bryanholleran4275]

Have you reviewed the Ekster aluminum cardholder

[@Joshua88Graham]

Hey there Bryan! I have not, i do have a video about the Parliment wallet. Have yet to just look at their aluminum cardholder. Will def soon though (:

[@ermal6157]

Between the Ridge and Aviator? Which one you like more??

[@scottclark7850]

Notice how no cards fell out hahaha iv had a fantom from kick stater never had any issues with cards falling out the fan design is easily the best of the 4 don't get me wrong I have had issues of it damaging the cards when putting in and out over time but honestly best wallet iv ever had its small and does everything you need

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

@Scott Clark same here, I've owned one from kickstarter, never had a card even begin to "fall out" of it. This video is ridiculous. The fanning mechanism is awesome, IMO the best out of the featured wallets. The build quality is also superb, mine is still going strong.

[@patrickmccrea3455]

I have a Fantum i love it best wallet i have ever had🤔

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

@Patrick Mccrea same here. Owned a Fantom from kickstarter. The claim that cards can be "shaken out of it" is ridiculous. Even in the demo in this video, notice how they never fell out. He's bashing the wallet on purpose, for reasons known to himself.

[@shannonobrien4714]

Are there any good minimalist wallets that have an AirTag holder? I was going to get the Fantom wallet just for the AirTag holder feature, but don’t want it if cards will fall out. Any recommendations?

[@Joshua88Graham]

Hey Shannon. I have a video on one that I liked here : THE BEST Apple Air Tag Wallet? The Frenchie Co. Air Tag Ready Speed Wallet - Review (One Issue) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oILdl4iQf7iomrM But there are a handful of good options now that AirTags have been out for a year if you poke around on Amazon.

[@shannonobrien4714]

@@Joshua88Graham great, thank you!

[@TheTrixman123]

@@shannonobrien4714 the fantom wallet is not that bad maybe it was a bad apple but I bought mine with the airtag holder and it works really well

[@kozmo7]

@@shannonobrien4714 The ridge also has an AirTag holder so worth checking out too

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

@Shannon O'Brien like BP Perez said, cards don't fall out of the Fantom. I've owned one from kickstarter and it's never happened. Notice how in the video when he shakes them, they never fall out? I'm sure that if that were true, he'd love to show it. That claim is simply untrue and ridiculous. He's bashing that wallet for the reasons known only to himself.

[@darthrubik8384]

Does anyone know where the name "akeeni" comes from?

[@dominicomucci3014]

I've got a ridge but wouldn't rate or recommend it just because it's a pain to get the cards out. The red one you were looking at looks better as it fans the cards out. It doesn't look cool when you are fighting to try to get the cards out. 😅

[@brianwillison632]

I have owned the Akeeni for over a year and it damages cards on the edges. I have to order a new card now because it is significantly damaged. The cards are also harder to access especially the ones stored under the carbon card.

[@ThatFlyinRyan]

Dam I was looking to get the fantom R

[@Joshua88Graham]

Ahhhh sorry to disappoint brother. Out of the lot it truly was the worst one in terms of what you’re paying for. I had high hopes for it as well as I love the pop up mechanisms on wallets. This one just didn’t do it for me :/ Hope the video could guide you in a better direction to find another wallet though. Thanks for stopping by to comment!

[@ThatFlyinRyan]

@@Joshua88Graham most definitely i got the trayvax contour !

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

@That Flyin Ryan - Drone Videos get it. This video is BS, cards don't fall out of it. I've owned one from kickstarter and it's never happened. Notice how they never fall out when he shakes it and claims that they do? Just read through the comments section and you'll see that all the comments back this up. The guy simply hates on the Fantom for reasons known to himself

[@gvsly2008]

How is that 10-card Xsto feeling in the front pocket?

[@Joshua88Graham]

I think it’s sits really comfortably. Honestly if not for my Secrid wallets, XSTO is always my next up suggestion. Really great product and made within N.America which is nice to support local business (thats if you’re from North America ha) But yea, I don’t find it uncomfortable at all

[@MaexxLong]

I have the Fantom X carbon fiber is such a good one I love it and your problem is solved with the fantom x ;)

[@rickriggins195]

Great video, but my o, Ridge is the best

[@bertuzzi]

I had the fantom and didn't like the size of it. Had no issues with cards falling out though. I went to the ridge and liked that it was as small as a credit card, but I'm not a big fan of money clips or bands, I think it takes away from the overall aesthetic. In came the secrid mini wallet. Small like a credit card, no money band or clips, able to hide your money/receipts. Clean aesthetic. 👍

[@_shvnks_]

Did you have any problems with cards falling out. I remember seeing videos of people just being able to shake all they're cards out

[@bertuzzi]

@@_shvnks_ that seems to be an issue for some people. If I shake it violently, yes they will slip out. However from day to day use, Ive never had any of them slip out.

[@yehudabillet8145]

I think cards falling out is only a problem w the Fantom R. I just got a Fantom X and they added a spring to it to hold the cards in place

[@bertuzzi]

@@yehudabillet8145 I'm also using fantom x now. They solved the size problem!

[@Hocky_World]

@@yehudabillet8145 how do you like your Fantom? Did you get any accessories? I am want to get one and i am still on the fence.

[@Line7Charlie]

Xsto is honestly just a great made in the USA wallet. It’s made from one piece of aluminum. I really enjoy it.

[@Joshua88Graham]

Big fan of Xsto! Agreed, they make a really great product 🙌🏼

[@propeticurge]

It's a great wallet but it's missing an Apple tag holder

[@LdawgFaraoni]

I think the fantom was not given a fair chance. You said that it falls out when shaken and the cards barely moved. They did fix this issue of them moving at all on the fantom x which I have and LOVE. They also have an innovative cash holder that keeps cash out of sight which I have not seen anything like on minimalist wallets

[@Joshua88Graham]

Hang tight, I have the new Fantoms in hand now and will have a review up soon. It may seem I was harsh and I get that, but I just felt that the weaknesses vs the others was too much not to speak on. Lots of cardholders are expensive, so I really just try to be honest when something is lacking so ppl know before dropping their hard earned money. But the new ones seem MUCH MUCH better, with some great improvements. Thanks for sharing and taking the time to comment my friend.

[@LdawgFaraoni]

@@Joshua88Graham thanks for the honesty and reply. I appreciate your Bellroy venture review. I’ve been in search of the perfect sling for my body type and I have the Bellroy venture ready sling coming tomorrow hope it meets my expectations!

[@LdawgFaraoni]

@@Joshua88Graham also I feel you on the trying to be honest about card holders I feel those others are very simple and some people like that. I’ve had the Ekster and other wallets and I’ve never seen anything like the Fantom X because I hate cash straps or money clips. It looks crappy. The Fantom X solves that issue with the subtle cash holder.

[@Joshua88Graham]

@@LdawgFaraoni I hope you enjoy the Venture Sling! You're an athletic guy and so am I, so hopefully you find the fit okay. I felt it worked well. And 100 percent. I've made a lot of cardholder videos at this point and not many solve the physical cash issue. Seems society is moving away from that, though I also like having cash on hand. For me, thus far the best for cash I have seen is Secrid and Pularys. No need to fold bills in any way, while still keeping things compact. Though I do like the new cash holder add on for the Fantom X, because yea...cash straps and money clips just don't hold the bills well or properly.

[@LdawgFaraoni]

@@Joshua88Graham for sure! I’m excited about the length of the Venture ready sling as I tend to wear my sling kinda under my arm pit and I currently have the aer city sling but it’s far too long in 13 inches for that look and my body type. I have thought about secrid but good to know! I agree we are going away from cash but some places require it like for example my haircut shop so it’s nice to have a place to put it nicely

[@johnmorton2963]

I don't own the aviator (I think the price is ridiculous on it), but I own the other three. I have the forged ember Ridge & used it for months & loved it but I HATE money bands & clips so I didn't use either one. I rarely carry any cash so no big deal really. I think the Fantom is junk for all the reasons listed plus it is too big. That brings me to the XSTO which is my favorite HANDS DOWN. That is all I use now. It works perfectly, looks great & allows me to keep an emergency stash of $250 (two hundreds & a fifty) hidden totally away from view. I now have the XSTO in 3 different colors (the powder coat red with the carbon fiber business card cover is my favorite) & can't imagine any reason why I would ever use anything else.

[@ermal6157]

XSTO works the best. But not a fan of the look

[@johnmorton2963]

@Deep Cut Reactions I actually have been talking to aviator about having one built for me exactly the way I want it. We still have to iron out a few details & settle on a firm price, but after talking to them yesterday it looks like I may become an aviator owner after all.

[@johnmorton2963]

Well, good news :-) I am now the happy owner of a carbon fiber Aviator with a closed carbon fiber (no thumb slot) cover plate, aircraft aluminum frame & gold ti screws holding it all together. I also have coming an imola red closed cover plate (aluminum) that I can use whenever I want to temporarily change the appearance . Elin gave me outstanding customer service (something that's important to me). Although the forged ember ridge looks cool, at least for me the slide function of the aviator wins out. After using one of my three XSTO wallets for almost a year, I am now carrying the aviator & I'm am 95% sure that will be my EDC for the foreseeable future. Like I said earlier, I HATE cash clips or bands etc. but I can carry three one hundred dollar bills in the coin drawer of the aviator so that takes care of that problem....

[@johnmorton2963]

So now my favorite order would be Aviator #1, XSTO #2 (but not by much), Ridge #3, Fantom dead last by a lot.

[@ermal6157]

@@johnmorton2963 Im getting my Emola red shipped as well

[@timandrews4722]

Try Dango sometime

[@Joshua88Graham]

I definitely will Tim! Thanks for the suggestion and taking the time to leave a comment

[@bellatronm5875]

Hey, you mentioned that the XSTO can carry up to 10 cards, but on their site they actually have 4 different sizes: 4, 6, 8, 10. The more they hold, the more they cost and they all look like they're different sizes. Can anyone give me any clarification on this? Thanks

[@Joshua88Graham]

Hey there brother! There are different sizes, you are 100 percent correct. For whichever size you get, add 2. I find these wallets holed two more cards than stated. So if you got the 6 capacity, that’s more like an 8. Either way you are correct. Different sizes and a bit different pricing depending on the size capacity you order. Hope that helps!!

[@bellatronm5875]

@@Joshua88Graham Yes! Thank you so much Josh 🤑

[@heroicevolution1872]

the fantom is the only wallet that offers AirTag attachment

[@shezad2006]

Ridge is the best, I have used all but nothing beats the original innovator

[@lordgrizzle]

I own 2 diffrent Fantom models and I prefer them over the Ridge and Xtow wallets, which I have also owned but given away to my sons.

[@chv1990]

Which model do you like best?

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

@Pabs Carela I agree. The claim that cards "fall out" of it is nonsense. I've had one for over 5 years now and have never had a card come even near falling out, let alone fall out for real.

[@sarahnguyen8801]

I wish that you didn't move the wallets around too quickly. not enough time to observer the products.

[@AngeloR674]

I have the carbon fiber phantom and i disagree with it having a cheap feeling,Ive had every wallet in this video ..ridge is over priced for what it is and the xtso as well, felt cheap to me i felt the build quality should be better

[@jackthewagon]

Yeah. I have a fantom too and love it. I have had no issues with cards falling out. I like how you can just slide the top or bottom card out with ease. Having tap on the bottom for when I fan and tap is great

[@SecForcesGuy]

I have the Fantom R and I love it, never had issues of cards falling out and like the option of an ID holder you can add to the outside, perfect for work having to swipe into doors

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

Same here guys. Owned a Fantom since kickstarter and never ever had a card come even close to thinking about falling out of it, let alone fall out for real. The fanning mechanism works pefectly, it's the best out of the lot. This video is BS, notice how the cards never fell out when he claims that they did? He simply hates on the Fantom for reasons known to himself.

[@justinbrewer6899]

that aviator is just the ridge amped up with a window lol

[@bulbous9000]

I have all of these wallets 🤦‍♂️ and the Fantom is my least favorite for the same reasons you stated. Then the Ridge, then the Aviator. The XSTO is my absolute favorite.

[@Joshua88Graham]

You sir, have great taste than ha. Literally the same order as me. I too was really disappointed with the Fantom, but really really surprised with the XSTO. Appreciate you sharing and leaving a comment! Much appreciated

[@K03sport]

strange how all of the wallets that come with screw drivers; all come with the same (design) screw driver...spinning head, dimpled finger pad with 4 rubber rings and are usually metallic gray...very strange. 🤔

[@levidavis1093]

A better wallet would be a card deck case. So... buy a deck of cards, and take the cards out and put your "wallet cards" in the card box. Lol

[@clou1969]

The Fantom R is my favourite the Ridge is the worst one the aviator is much better. The xsto I hate it.

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

I have owned the Fantom for years and agree that it is indeed the best.

[@thisguy6278]

This new fad of minimalist wallets it's so pathetic how disgustingly overpriced these wallets are. My dumbass bought one. I actually got a few I got some from Amazon but I was not impressed I did buy the fantom, I don't recall which one but I know it holds like 15 cards or something and I actually like it it's pretty decent and there is no way in hell I'm going to be buying any of the other ones.

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

Fantom is the best of the ones featured here, this video is BS

[@rickriggins195]

You carry what you can afford

[@dspates51]

Very biased review. Think I'll stick with my Ridge. Haven't had any problems with it and it suits me fine. Sorry to hear that you don't like it but comes down to personal preference with any of these products. Like the design of the Aviator. Think I'll be getting it next. The other two are just not aesthetically pleasing to me. Thanks for the review.

[@Joshua88Graham]

I honestly tried to be as least biased as I could and tried to focus on function overall. What gives the most use. But totally agree, at the end of the day everything g is personal preference and someone may not see it the way I do. If at the end of the day, the video maybe allowed you to realize what you liked, even if it my suggestion. That’s all that matter. I appreciate your honesty and you taking the time to comment brother. Hope enjoy the ridge and like the aviator once it arrives (:

[@A7Xrules6661]

hes gotta be getting paid to slander the fantom one, everyone is entitled to their opinion but the cards falling out is straight up a lie, i got the biggest one and put one card in it and shaked it like all hell. nothing fell out. so either its a lie or his is broken idk

[@Joshua88Graham]

Maybe mine is broken but I never do reviews to skew in a particular direction. I always try to give unbiased reviews/opinions. My favourite brand is Bellroy and I have a given reviews to some of their products and said it wasn’t worth it. Maybe this wallet was defective but it was the cheapest feeling of the bunch and the fact that cards were loose like that, I couldn’t recommend it over the others. But I definitely am not paid to push an opinion that I can promise.

[@spartanthe300ththermopylae4]

@A7Xrules6661 it's a lie. I also got the biggest one and same like you, if I put in just one card and shake it like it would save my life, it never falls out. The reason I beleive he didn't get a lemon but is straight up lying is, he never actually showed us any cards falling out of it, even when he shook it. He claimed it happened when there were fewer cards in the wallet but, wouldn't he love to have shown us that if it really was the case? Especially since even the title of his video is sort of based on that untrue claim. So he is definitely lying for some reason and this "review" is BS.

[@parthamis]

Simply stopped watching after explaining the fantom cards fall out.. I've had my fantom for 5 years, they do not fall out. This guy did not even try

[@Joshua88Graham]

I give my honest reviews on what I use - I stand by what I said and what occurred. Everyone is open to have their opinions as well. And I am happy that you like that wallet. Ultimately that's all I make videos for, to give an honest opinion so people can make a purchase that wont leave them with a sour taste in their mouth. But if you have found that none of these things I mentioned are problems for you, that's really great. As that's what any purchase should lead to, buyer satisfaction. Cheers my friend

[@ak49]

100 usd to functions as a rubber band, dunno

[@Joshua88Graham]

100 bucks ain’t cheap - especially these days. Can’t argue that. But rubber band?? Let’s not get carried away now ha.

[@GodsQ]

Thanks for showing us truth.

[@Joshua88Graham]

My absolute pleasure! Be safe and well out there !!

[@MrYitzhak]

Thanks a lot for the review, but it just made realize nothing fits me. Because I need coin holder Phantom and Ridge stay away Aviator too expensive as you said. Xsto have no coins holder.

[@MrYitzhak]

I need a wallet, not a card holder :/

[@YeNZeC]

None of these have a "window" for ID facing outward.. Who's designing these?

[@MrYitzhak]

Theres accessories for that

[@jaydeallen3421]

Grip 6 has super cool hard case wallets! They are slim and fun to use!!! They also have a lifetime warranty! It's super cool!

[@levidavis1093]

I knew Ridge was WAAYYY over-rated

[@Joshua88Graham]

Way way wayyyyyy over hyped :/

[@user-zx2nu4jr8x]

Why would you want to shake a wallet with normal use? Are you an earthquake?

[@Joshua88Graham]

Precisely Daniel. Richter Scales cannot be taken lightly.

[@danielmartin2203]

Ekster

[@michaelkestrel8363]

I will stick with a leather wallet. These thing are over priced

[@Joshua88Graham]

Definitely not a cheap venture :/ A lot of EDC skews into the pricier side of the spectrum sadly.

[@yelyl136]

There are a lot of these Ridge type EDC wallets in Amazon that are priced less than $20. If you just want to get a feel of using these type of wallets. Although I think a leather minimalist EDC wallets like the Topsider or the Houbie, both by Open Sea Leather are still so much better.

[@inuyashacoolieo]

Everyone says these wallets are super expensive. When you consider that you'll be carrying it with you and using it daily it's really not that expensive. You're interacting with it on a regular basis so it's worth splurging a little. It's like a pocket knife, sure you can get by with a cheap one, but once you invest in a decent one you'll wonder why you ever bothered cheaping out. That's my philosophy anyway. I thought they were overpriced (the Ridge definitely is, considering it's made in China) but after using the Xsto daily I wouldn't have it any other way. I travel alot for work and I often go to places that require ID so I'm always flipping out my ID, a hotel key card, or my corporate card to pay for food/gas/tools/hotels etc. I chose the Xsto because of how easy it is to swap between cards and that you can keep your Key card or ID on the top to quickly get into a room or show ID. It's also Made in USA and it's still the most price conscious option. As someone who has run CNC machines, I also can appreciate the work and value of it being machined out of solid aluminum. I was originally considering the Ridge, but after seeing it in person (friend has one) and playing with it I knew I didn't like it. It's definitely the most compact and very aesthetically pleasing though. I would consider the Aviator a much better wallet design over the Ridge but I haven't personally held or used one. The Aviator is priced pretty competitive until you step up to the carbon fiber fully loaded one which is the one I would want. In the end for me it came down to the Xsto or the Aviator and I chose the Xsto because of the exposed top card and it seemed more unique that just a slab. Being able to fan through or shuffle the cards is really neat and convenient. It's all personal preference though. Personally, the Fantom is gross to me and it seems clunky but again I haven't tried one.

[@jivexero]

The Xsto is ew. Too bulky and weird.

[@DrumManCG]

The best one Code 118 Wallet isn't even in this video ..

[@Joshua88Graham]

It’s not as good as these wallets

[@wenzel8286]

Honestly speaking, I was a bit frustrated with this presentation. I would have appreciated it much more had you structured it a little better. Mixing up accessories with prices was not a great idea since people differ in how they weigh utility, qualtiy and costs when it comes to their buying decisions. Prices also change over time and differ with location so giving the topic more than a brief comment for each product is really unnecessary. Also, there was also a lot of time spent on card capacity, a characteristic that may be important for some people but for most does not differentiate these products in a meaningful way. It’s also completely contrary to the idea of a minimal wallet to carry 20 cards around with you. If that is what some people need or want, fine, give it a mention. But you could have honestly pointed out the range of cards each of these can hold in about 30 seconds instead of devoting 6 minutes to the topic. On a third note, there was little insight given to whom these products would appeal, if they were well thought-out considering the needs of the target group and some really important considerations for EDC items were not much addressed at all, such as portability and how comfortable they are to carry.