Is the Aviator wallet better than the Ridge wallet? You'll be surprised COMPARE

[@walletopia]

QOTD: ⚡ Is there really the much of a difference between the band style wallet out there to say one is better than them all? Or does it truly come down to personal preference and feature needs?

[@Grogg22]

Thanks for another good comparison review. It seems to be preference of features. From these 2, if I were pushed to choose it would be the Aviator. I'd add the felt to the coin space & use it for keys, such as home, mailbox, office. For extracting cards, did you try pushing out the opposite side from what you demonstrated? The indentation seems like a good push point, and I'm curious if that would alleviate the concern you expressed regarding accidentally opening the coin holder.

[@LoganSumrell]

Will the coin holder hold a larger coin like a challenge coin? Sometimes they are a little thicker. Thanks

[@walletopia]

Not sure if all challenge coins are the same height but it fits mine.

[@mistersig]

You mentioned adding the coin slot from Aviator to the Ridge. Could you upload a video showing how it was done and if you would recommend it?

[@walletopia]

I’ve got a Q&A video coming up, I’ll add it to that list.

[@churchgest]

Jimmy trust world recommended your cool channel that's who brought me here

[@walletopia]

Welcome! Jimmy was very kind with his shout out.

[@kenal1532]

Do u mean tries..?

[@spectruum]

@@kenal1532 Yes

[@GodzillaI]

Same.

[@JUSJAK]

Jimmy *tries world

[@Guayubino]

This guy is such a good KZbinr! I don't care about wallets that much but i do enjoy watching his craft. A wallet channel is too niche, otherwise he would have a lot of subs. But if he loves it, good for him.

[@walletopia]

Thanks William you're very kind.

[@audaciouscitizen.9313]

I’m thinking of starting a channel which specializes in finding the best scotch-tape brands of the world. Maybe even a bricks-n-mortar store one day too! Scotch Tape World. 🤞

[@iamthe226]

i mean a lot of people are avid wallet enthusiasts in a world where billions of people use wallets how are there only 30k subs then

[@Zach.3246]

@@audaciouscitizen.9313 That sounds like a good idea, but keep in mind you probably won’t get many views as most people don’t really pay attention to different kinds of scotch tape, so if you’d like to make more of a profit you could expand it to tape in general, which is something I’ve actually looked into

[@DeX9O2]

An Aviator ad right before the actual video had me confused for a sec...

[@walletopia]

Oh I’m sure, KZbin does what it wants with ad placement.

[@justinanderson6287]

I had a ridge ad before mine so at least KZbin is unbiased 🤷‍♂️🤣

[@MrVassago89]

Same

[@fm6330]

I been carrying a Ridge Aluminum Wallet for two-years. The only advantage that I found is that it has a small footprint over my previous leather wallet and that it can get wet. The downsides are huge for me. The money clip broke. So I started using the cash strap. Then the cash strap back plate broke; now I just using the cash strap with out the plate. The fabric on the cash strap is frayed. The I can't count the number of times, when I tried to pull out one credit card, I dropped all the cards on the floor at the cash register. Finally, after a couple of months, the finish on the blue aluminum looked horrible; it is full of scratches and most of the color has come off. Not what I expected for a wallet that now cost $95.00 new. I am now looking for something else. For $100, I expect that wallet would look and wear a lot better after 2-years of use.

[@ghostballs1874]

Lifetime warrant tho

[@YourGenericBrownGuy]

@@ghostballs1874 So are alot of handmade leather wallets such as Rose Anvil's wallets, except you probably won't ever have to use the warranty cause they will probs last your whole lifetime

[@yanceysautodetailing9179]

I’ve got the carbon fiber one. It seems like I have replaced the cash strap seems like 100x times an the screws as well. I’ve had mine for 7yrs an its falling apart will definitely not buy another one.

[@carloscervantes836]

@@yanceysautodetailing9179 Had mine for 3 years or so. The finish does look bad now with all the scratches on the plates(green aluminum). Also, there are dents where the elastic opening is as there is no support against the plate there. I've had no other issues build issues. One thing I don't like is the opening on the bottom to push the cards out, I would prefer it be on the top to pull them out. I wish they also sold replacement or specialty plates separately. How many cards do you use with yours? I'm at 9-11 with a bill or paper sometimes folded at the second to last spot.

[@originalequi6043]

using the aviator for over a year now. best card holder wallet I ever had and I tried plenty. fully recommend

[@joee6349]

So i ordered both... Got the Ridge wallet about a week sooner... Used it for a week... Then the aviator arrived... I tried it out for a couple days, wanted to give it a fair shake... But I am returning the Aviator.. I really fell in love with the ridge. The aviator isn't bad, and if i never had used the Ridge I probably would have been fine with it... But I just feel like the Ridge is a lot easier to handle... I think it's easier to sort through the cards, easier to put the cards in and take them out... Sliding all the cards out is pretty easy on the aviator, but choosing one individual card is not as easy as with the Ridge.... One aspect of these wallets, might be a plus or a minus to you, but the Aviator does have a tighter grip on bills. Now I found the Ridge at first to seem a little loose for cash, but after using for a week, and having it in my pocket, the cash never came loose or fell out... So I was thinking i wished the money strap was tighter, until i received the aviator wallet... The aviator money strap/clip combo is very tight... But almost too tight... It is more difficult to get your bills in and out... It even bends up the corners of the folded bills when trying to slide them in... So what i thought was going to be a plus, for me was more of an inconvenience in every day use. I think the ridge although seeming a little loose at first, gives just the right amount of grip to the bills that they will not fall out even moving around in your pocket a lot, but it does this while also making putting the bills in and taking them out extremely smooth and convenient.. I also thought i was going to like the Aviator for the Change slot... but this just gives the wallet unnecessary thickness in my opinion... i can do without it. The ridge just seems to be a little more together... The front and back metal don't move around as much.. For the aviator the cards also get stuck a bit on the elastic when sliding cards in... Overall the ridge is just better in every way in my personal opinion. Cards getting stuck when sliding them in is just not an issue with the ridges horizontal build. Now maybe what I prefer is not what other people prefer, Maybe the aviator is the better wallet, I just think the ridge checks off all my personal preferences to a tee. I do think the money strap could be just a bit tighter, but like I said the bills haven't come out, and with the Aviator i'm really bending up the money trying to shove it in. It just takes a lot more concentrated effort to pry the money clip open enough to slide the money in... If you are someone who rarely uses cash at all, and want it to be as secure as possible, maybe the aviator is for you ... Or maybe the money clip version of the ridge is better... I just think the most important thing for me was how it feels actually taking out my cards and putting them back in, and being able to navigate through them all without removing them from the wallet... and that feel and convenience, as well at the more sturdy wallet definitely goes to the Ridge. The aviator often times feels off line, like you have to re-stack a deck of cards after you shuffle them.. However the Ridge always feels like a perfectly stacked deck of cards.

[@916medic]

Fellow KZbinr "jimmy tries world" recommended your channel. Good thing I found this Channel. Your reviews are great. Keep it going. You are helping out alot of people more than you know. Thanks from Northern California.

[@walletopia]

Awesome, thank you!

[@allamericanwiseass]

Truly, there is a YT channel for everything. Interesting watch, though. If I wasn't such a cash guy, I'd snatch up a Ridge today.

[@walletopia]

A lot of great cash carry wallets! We have a fun site at explore.walletopia.info where you can use filters to drill down to specific wallets we've reviewed if you'd like to see wallets that accommodate cash properly.

[@j.a.styles547]

Great comparison mark, thank you for emphasising coins still used heavily outside the u.s... here in the Philippines wee still use them on our public transportation , The aviator looks good but it looks flimsy putting cards in and out 🤔 btw the aviator cost more if you want the cash plate like the ridge last time i looked, and its silly how much they charge for it. The good thing about the ridge what you see is what you get, no add ons etc.. thats why i didi not purcahse an aviator because its more expensive.. and how they can trick you in spending more if you want diff finishes or materials for the wallet. Which i dontlike and did not bother anymore. Thanks agaid for the comparison

[@two_mey_]

The coin tray also seems like a great idea to hold your change. Whenever I’m at the register checking out, I get a bunch of loose change and I awkwardly cram it in my pockets, but if I could simply just toss it back in my wallet, then that would be super convenient.

[@mikep3813]

You have that backwards. "Awkwardly cram it into my pockets"? You have change in your hand, you put your hand in your pocket, you open your hand and boom, the change is in your pocket. "Simply toss it back into my wallet"? That tray requires you to place them all in flat in order to close the thing....that seems way more likely to fumble around with and not practical at all. Most people would never use it for change, I could maybe see storage for a key but that's what a keychain is for.

[@manscave]

I've had a titanium Ridge for three years, still as good as new, very simple to use, very stylish. The object of a card wallet is to carry cards, not coins and the Ridge is the more tactile and good looking. For me worth the extra £s.

[@HamishCarpenter]

Is it easy to access the cards inside? Thank you

[@manscave]

@@HamishCarpenter easy once you get used to it..

[@keithgreen5177]

The aviator slide shits on ridge lol

[@mjsabie8517]

@@HamishCarpenter It is easy. You push out slightly then give a little pinch on the corner. Once you pinch you can fan the cards easily. Also you put your most used cards in the very front and very back so they are easy to get to.

[@ermal6157]

@@keithgreen5177 I think as far as design Ridge is better looking but I think Aviator is easier to use.

[@banzaibomb4980]

Honestly I’d prefer that money is harder to remove, makes me feel a bit more secure w/ my bills

[@Monarth]

Try an Exentri trifold wallet, the bills are a lot more secure. It has a card slide feature similar to the Aviator on the outer card slots, which is perfect for payment cards. Less used cards stay secure in the inner slots.

[@Spielen89]

This is my dream KZbin channel. I love wallets. I love this. You’re a fantastic presenter and I’m so happy I found your page!

[@cpwalton813]

I’m very happy with the Ridge and based on this review, I still believe I made the right choice. The design is far more sleek and stylish and the Aviator’s coin tray seems rather gimmicky and impractical, especially on account of the low volume it can hold. I mean, c’mon, the change is going to go straight to your pocket, nobody will fumble with that silly coin tray.

[@LeskoBrandon2x]

What the fuck is a coin?

[@zab666]

You could put other stuff in there like an SD card, a flat pen or even a thin blade. But yes, for coins maybe not so much.

[@almightywarrior3979]

Ridge has a coin tray that you can slide in

[@virginielekiwi]

I think I will put 2-3 tablet for migraine sold in a tinfoil like individual package, plus 1-2 elastic bands for my hair

[@CompleteProducer84]

The coin tray is absolutely essential for me personally, justfor my key. I dont drive at the moment so I don't have a car key ring. So I keep my house key in my wallet

[@DeX9O2]

Out of these two wallets I would go with the Ridge. Well made video!

[@walletopia]

Thanks!

[@Throg_Morton]

13k subs for a wallet channel says a lot about your integrity and reputation. Thanks for balanced take :)

[@walletopia]

Thanks!

[@snubbynotsorry1024]

This told me everything i wanted to know, thank you for the quality of your video !

[@walletopia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Simpsonsnut101]

Thanks for making the video. I always see advertising for the Ridge. After seeing your review, I purchased the AVIATOR. It also comes with a lifetime warranty. While pricey...if it last me a lifetime, I am happy! Plus, they have some neat designs.

[@walletopia]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Dept246]

Bought both wallets. Ridge also has coin tray now. If you want to put cash in the trays you need to fold the bills into quarters. I like the Ridge better. The cards don’t wiggle as much in the Ridge. Also both metal plates in the Ridge have a plastic backing whereas the Aviator has one plate with no plastic backing.

[@walletopia]

Great info, thanks!

[@warrior_mtl4895]

As a canadian we have coins in 1 and 2 dollars. I put the coins in my pocket when i have them. I own two ridge 1 aluminium and 1 with carbon fiber. From what i saw in this video ill stick with the Ridge.

[@Blake953]

Agreed. I have been using a Ridge wallet for 3 or 4 years and it is a great wallet. I will never go back to a traditional leather wallet. And he messed up with the removal of the cards, they can be "fanned" from the bottom and a card selected without taking all the cards out to get the one you are looking for. I carry about 7 cards in mine and have the strap (for receipts) and the clip for cash. As for coins (fellow Canuck here) I generally do not have them around and when I do I use a small leather coin pouch that lives in the console of my car.

[@kevinkarnes4067]

@@Blake953 Agreed. I've been using an American tourister leather coin pouch. I got the carbon fiber ridge with the cash strap for sleekness. Mainly use it for receipts, cards, etc. When you say you've got both do you mean they're on the wallet at the same time, like on either side?

[@Blake953]

@@kevinkarnes4067 yes

[@Nick-fn9ot]

@mikeisu You just wasted your money well done

[@Mougharbel]

I am questioning if embossed cards can be used ? I’ve heard many people complaining about damaged cards over time and not being able to slide them in and out easily ! Can anyone help me .thanks

[@LightCyrus]

The Aviator is almost perfect for me but I can't justify a wallet of this type not having a back stop. Bummer.

[@Stank656]

They have a new one that does now

[@Darren_Tay]

This is outdated. You should go check out the newer aviator.

[@walletopia]

I did review on it in January 2020, kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6u6fWujrLekeJY

[@TubeDeviant]

I would say the Aviator Slide alleviates all the perceived problems quite nicely..

[@andycasiello7177]

I bought one a few weeks ago. I like it. However, I'm still fumbling around with it at the checkout line of a store while I try to get at the particular card I'm trying to use. It sure beats the gigantic leather wallet I used to carry around. I have a bad back, and having that thing in my back pocket is exactly as you said - it makes you sit at an angle. I can carry the Ridge around in a front pocket and forget it is there.

[@walletopia]

Thanks for sharing! Front pocket carry is the only way to go, if anything for our health!

[@notthisguyagain8557]

Thank you for showing how the cards feature works! So many guys bumble, stumbles or just flat out avoids talking about how it works. Thank you

[@MegaChoo2]

I’d like to see wallet testers use actual embossed cards, both these wallets are harder to use in person because the embossing catches and the gauge your magnetic strips. Sent them both back, hanging on to my grandpa leather bifold.

[@MegaChoo2]

Gouge not gauge lol

[@The_Drive_Inside]

Good lord what a helpful channel 👍🏻...leaning heavily towards the aviator now!!!

[@walletopia]

Watch the video on their new "Slide" model, it has a new pull head on the strap since this video, but it's excellent! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6u6fWujrLekeJY

[@alan30189]

Great review. I like the Aviator better, but both are "no's" for me. I don't want to push out all of my cards each time I want one card. The coin tray is a no, also. I carry coins loose in my pocket. If I wanted to put them in something, I would carry one of those rubber squeeze thingies, where there is no rattle noise. I also don't like my cash bills flapping in the breeze that much.

[@walletopia]

Your reasons are a common complaint why someone would not choose a "sandwich" band type wallet. There are certainly drawbacks to this design.

[@JorgeAlbertoMussuto]

I also like this gentleman who does a good wallet review!

[@kevinkarnes4067]

Love the video. These 2 wallets are the big players and perfect for going head to head. Have you considered doing a 3-way EDC test with Ridge, Aviator and the PocketPro wallet? It'd be interesting to see the result.

[@walletopia]

We have the PocketPro in our inventory for review, we'll do that soon.

[@georgewilliams6328]

If a person feels like they need more than 12 Credit cards well then they’ve got a problem. I personally only carry two credit cards with me And some cash from time to time! To me, That’s the whole purpose of this wallet is to minimize the bulk in your back pocket or your front pocket if that’s what you choose! Great video my friend I like the continent

[@brandon071194]

Thanks. The ridge won me once you said the other one carry’s coins. The only coin I want is Bit and doge 🚀

[@DavidTaylor-ki2ir]

Thanks to Jimmy Trusts, looks like this channel went from 9k to 24k subs almost overnight. I’m happy to be one of those additions.

[@walletopia]

Welcome aboard!

[@mrbit10]

Aviator for the win, coins are not the main difference for me but how you get cards out, the ridge has always been annoying with the pinching of the bottom to fan out, i prefer at least for me to push out with the thumb opening on the aviator, far faster and less complicated for me. If i have to make concessions for the way it handles cards, then for me it voids the reason to get a card wallet and i would just go with a thin minimalist leather option.

[@ermal6157]

I agree the thumb slot wins, and it isnt even close. Aviator >>> ridge

[@Rob-ur4ft]

OH. MY. GOSH. A 10-minute video on aluminum wallets! That's insane. That guy never cracked a smile. Straight face the whole time! $65 for a "wallet"! CRAZY.

[@walletopia]

😂

[@BrettsGarage]

Not really sure why I'm here. Bought a nice red Brooks Brothers billfold 7 years ago and it's still working well for me. Would like some more protection but, but like the look of my brooks brothers.

[@walletopia]

It's always fun to window shop 😀

[@aniocean6213]

How do you only have 26k subs?? This video is so high quality

[@walletopia]

Thanks! Share it out!

[@Mad.lock79]

Have had the Aviator wallet for 2 years. To stop the change from sliding around I keep a bill in there.

[@hotshotsbydonphotography9376]

I’ve used the Ridge Wallet for over a year and love it. Still looks new and is really easy to use. Just have to break the habit of using a traditional wallet and even that occurred within a week.

[@walletopia]

Yes, I've discovered that sandwich style wallets like these are either don't like 'em or love 'em type thing with people. There isn't much of an in-between.

[@CMH_1975]

I have a forged carbon and regular carbon fiber Ridge wallets. So much more comfortable than my old leather wallet.

[@walletopia]

I really like the forged carbon look, very sleek but muted.

[@nsmith3128]

Do you put them in your back pocket

[@kenljohnston]

I have the Aviator Titan One #275, and love it. Couldn't ask for anything better!

[@walletopia]

Nice! It's a fun and functional wallet.

[@GcTheHardstyler]

Ridge will work much better for what I need it for, I have 3 cards I use and never carry coins, rarely carry notes. My ID/access stuff for work is on my keychain so I'm just carrying around a bulky leather wallet for 3 cards. It's definitely time to downsize. Thanks for your review, now I know what I'm in for.

[@walletopia]

What you just expressed is what I hope all wallet owners do...take an honest inventory of what they really need to carry, decide how they carry and then stick to the plan, making minor adjustments as they go!

[@MegaGam3rsUnited]

I have been going from review to review and each felt like it was missing some information or some things weren’t talked about. THIS video is exactly what I need!! Phenomenal job

[@walletopia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Braindoner101]

Aviator: I have a pull out lanyard Ridge: push at the bottom Aviator: once pulled out you can fan the cards. Ridge: you can kinda do that. Aviator: I can hold up to 20 cards Ridge: oh umm... 12 and gets a little tight Aviator: oh we’re can adjust retention Ridge: we... can’t. Aviator: we have a built in coin tray that’s optional. Ridge: umm... the coin tray has to go in with the cards and takes lots of space.

[@BustaChimes]

wouldn't the hole in the aviator's hole make it not rfid blocking?

[@Craig-up3mb]

The Ridge wallet does have an optional coin try like the Aviator. I actually use the coin try for putting money in instead of having being on the outside. Thank you for the comparison review.

[@walletopia]

Yes! They came out with the tray after this review was done. I'm going to be doing a followup between these two wallets again within the next month or so.

[@1deeky1]

I have an iClip wallet. Advantage is that the cash is enclosed. Half the price of Ridge or Aviator

[@benkupferschmidt4470]

Ridge all the way. Being Canadian and using coins I can tell you it can’t that big of a deal to hold four coins in your wallet or having a handful of change in your pocket. I’m just buying a new ridge now cuz I want a different colour lol my other has been holding up for 8 years nothing ever wrong. Great video. Never used the aviator but to me the coin tray can’t sway me that way plus ridge sells the tray now anyways.

[@Mougharbel]

Can I use embossed card ?I’ve heard that cards are not easy to insert them in and out and that they can be damaged over time by doing so .thanks

[@somitomi]

6:25 "I'm sure a lot of people are wondering: well Hank, who needs to carry coins?" No, I see these wallets and I wonder where you're supposed to put the coins you will inevitably have.

[@walletopia]

Very reasonable and you would think an obvious question! I believe many people take coins, put them in their pocket long enough to dump them in their coin jar at home. But for those outside the US, coins are required every day.

[@Artremas]

If you're putting coins in your wallet, you need a purse

[@axelbaltazhar]

I watched Jimmy before this, I didn't searched for this but it showed up in my recommendations.

[@walletopia]

The KZbin algorithm at work!

[@JVIPER88]

Functionally speaking, why not just put a rubber band around your cards and save $70? You can "fan out" your cards the same way with a rubber band.

[@GRTakerTh]

because then you are not cool

[@funkykong7769]

@@GRTakerTh facts

[@lance4454]

Because if you do any kind of physical labor for a living your cards will get rekt

[@ahmedhishamdr8485]

For this type of wallet I do prefer the Hell bent 3.0 wallet. Great comparison test👍🏼

[@THEronleon1]

If I had to choose, I'd go with the aviator. The card access is better, the money band seems easier and I like the tray because I do like to keep 4 pennies on me.

[@walletopia]

So, why 4 pennies, that's an interesting comment :)

[@TransplantHelper]

I just saw a very popular KZbinr who recommended you channel. You are great thx

[@walletopia]

Welcome! Jimmy?

[@TransplantHelper]

@@walletopia yes, Jim

[@sdlevin01]

I have been using this style of wallets for over 10 years. I have been buying them in Austria and Germany. They keep breaking because the frame is too light and its forged aluminum. The Ridge is heavier duty and designed not to break Only criticism it would be nice for first card to be displayed and move the money clip or strap to back.

[@rzlb5]

I did know that the Ridge (push the notch on the side) like style has been around for 10 years. I thought Ridge was the first to come out with it in 2013. Good to know.

[@shortsweetreviews]

Coming from Jimmy Tries World as he recommended you. Great video Walletopia.

[@walletopia]

Thanks and welcome! Jimmy was very kind

[@Joyapp]

The ridge is also made to stop people from hacking your cards. Thats why they didnt include the thumb slip.

[@walletopia]

The protection comes from the materials….a side benefit.

[@tchill12345]

Aviator..The concept is great, but that's about it. I ordered one , paid close to 100 euros. I pinched the tip of my fingers to insert my card, AND BENDED THE PLATES!!! I couldn't believe it, sooo thin and so cheap!! I send this back after 5 minutes.

[@walletopia]

Wow, very surprising!

[@050sniper]

the little gap on one side of the aviator would make sense to use as a way to push the cards out easier then fan them out

[@rydmerlin]

You can equip a Ridge with a strap or a clip or both. I don’t even use the plate on my ridge. With these it becomes muscle memory as to how you access your cards. I’ve tried the top loading styles and I just couldn’t get access to my cards as easy as the Ridge. The coin tray should be made to hold keys.

[@walletopia]

Thanks for sharing! Yes, the coin tray could be used for keys or any other item that doesn't fit the sandwich model very well.

[@rzlb5]

Wondering why did you not use the plate? Is it because of its thickness or it help usability?

[@williamclark755]

I bought the Ridge ! I like it🦅🇺🇸

[@walletopia]

Nice!!

[@Gkkiux]

While I'd still need to find some place to keep my car registration and the coin slot seems a bit small to be ready for everything (within reason) you might get as change, the Aviator actually seems like something I'd call a wallet and not just a card holder.

[@nickv4073]

My 20 year old leather wallet is soft, has slots, holds more and doesn't require a torque wrench. I'll stick with that.

[@walletopia]

Fair enough!

[@nickhexum01]

Yeah, I just went with a Saddleback medium bifold. I'm over minimalist wallets. I don't wear skinny jeans anymore. I just want a wallet that will last me a decade plus.

[@SOCMTBR]

I don’t like to have coins in my wallet and I don’t put cash outside in the strap either, so I put few cash inside of coin tray instead. My Aviator wallet looks nicer and cleaner. Awesome wallet!

[@walletopia]

Thanks for sharing!

[@teamchecko9086]

the ridge is great for me. feels better in the hands and i dont really need a coin tray. who carries change now a days lol. anyway , the aviator has no backstop which makes it risky. but my pick will be the ridge.

[@walletopia]

Best part is it fits your needs and work as expected!

[@frankrawl8705]

Another brilliant review, best chanel on utube for wallet reviews...... Brilliant work man, keep it up 👍

[@princepersona]

Jimmy Tries World recommended you. Glad to find an someone who will have an expert opinion so as to find a replacement for my Horse Leather Wallet.

[@walletopia]

Welcome!

[@AZ-sv8ox]

I got The Ridge Damascus (laser etched) and absolutely love it. It takes some time to break in and get used to but it has become so easy since first getting it. I recently ordered the Aviator Slide in obsidian black with the aluminum frame and coin tray. Looking forward to its arrival. I have had my eye on the Titan One Slide model but simply cannot justify the cost, given its extremely good quality of grade 1 titanium, it seems a bit high unless you are constantly spending and pulling the wallet out. May get it in the future but waiting for the price to go down quite a bit and titanium costs level out. Thanks for the great review! NOTE: Don’t wear tight jeans or pants with metal card wallets like these.

[@walletopia]

Great insights Andrew, thank you. The Damascus version is stunning in the look and feel.

[@Richard_Barnes]

Great comparison Mark. I have had a few Ridge wallets. For me in the UK I don’t know why, when I think of the high cost and import VAT, 😂 I used them a bit and then sold them on. I just keep remembering that ‘squeeze’ to get cards out, then having to pick my cards up from the floor where they’ve just been ejected to! 😆 👍🏻 Again, like you, I don’t like folding money over twice anymore.

[@walletopia]

When I was carry testing the Ridge, I was at a car rental desk and when I went to pull the card I wanted after trying to pinch the stack, the cards went everywhere, fun experience 😂

[@hepgeoff]

Nice review! I like the Aviator because of the coin tray, except I would put guitar picks instead of coins in there.

[@ryanshimabukuro3283]

I think you forgot about RFID protection in the feature category because it doesn't look like the Aviator has it, while the Ridge does. Just an observation. I don't need a coin holder, even when I travel internationally so I prefer the Ridge & have been very happy with my carbon fiber model.

[@walletopia]

I didn’t mention it because it’s merely a marketing ploy. RFID protection is not needed anymore and questionably was ever needed. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32VeXidhKuErsU. Regardless, I really like the look and feel of the Ridge Carbon Fiber, I would say the best looking of their offering.

[@thommykent7785]

Have the Aviator, well made, excellent customer service. But for 2 pieces of thin aluminum, fancy torx screws and some elastic it`s woefully overpriced. Walking around with a lump of metal in your pocket isn`t that enjoyable. The screwdriver is the best part. Truthfully a wide rubber band works just as well as any of these style "wallets"

[@walletopia]

Haha, they do, evaluated in the context of what it’s doing and what a rubber band can do, they compare very close 😀

[@randybobandy7203]

yeah until someone scans your cards and steals your details :)

[@jamesmathews7958]

Quit complaining, you could have returned it

[@GutenLieben]

Thanks for the video! Thought the designs were lame. Will definately stick my awesome leather wallet.❤

[@DarAllSha]

The Ridge Wallet does have a coin tray, you just have to order it separately, I use it to store extra keys.

[@walletopia]

Yes, when this review was done they didn’t have one yet.

[@MichaelSidneyTimpson]

One thing I have noticed on all these wallet comparison channels, is that none of them use cards with number indentations on them, but in real life, we would. Do the indentations A) take up more space, and B) cause harm by scratching the adjacent cards magnetic strips?

[@walletopia]

Box wallets, for example, are impacted as the embossed cards are taller. These companies usually have a chart on their site that shows how many cards you can get in. By way of rubbing, if the cards are all oriented the same way, no as the embossing is on the bottom and the strip is at the top of the back of the card.

[@Leinsterbaby]

I still have my Secrid wallet, allows me to store cash and pulls cards out in a way that i can see which card is which.

[@thebigempty_5792]

I think a better solution would be a way to isolate the cards. Have one as a "primary" and the rest bundled together. If I'm at a point of sale making a purchase, I don't need my drivers license and LTC card popping out every time. Like the Grip 6 model where you push a lever and ALL cards come sliding out. 80% of the time, I'm using ONE card and it would nice to have it "separated" from the rest.

[@walletopia]

Yes, that’s the “quick access card slot” I mention and really like with wallets. I will use one card 90% of the time so quick access to it without needing to pull the stack out is preferred.

[@SeanPat1001]

It’s probably a wild coincidence but when I clicked on this video an ad for ridge wallet popped up.

[@walletopia]

They and Elster advertise like crazy

[@angelazoul2796]

Does anyone find having a rigid rectangle of metal in their front or back pocket uncomfortable? Leather wallets have some give for comfort when sitting or bending. Thanks!

[@walletopia]

Yep, it's what you get when you have metal in any wallet. Most all have rounded corners so they don't poke you or cause holes, but it's still metal.

[@captainpronin5264]

I find it pretty comfortable. It doesnt bend as a traditional wallet would, but it is also smaller, so its not a problem.

[@tommyholm1993]

Isn’t that also what a phone is

[@bradybeckner5010]

Tommy Holm yes plus a wallet is smaller so it’s more comfortable

[@w00gedyb00gedy]

I’ve gotten used to having my iPhone in my front pocket, these metal wallets being significantly are barely noticeable for me.

[@maxwelld23]

I had a rossom witch is very similar to a ridge wallet and now I just got the avaiator slide wallet and it's much more practical.

[@pontusletfors3693]

You say that you can use the aviator coin tray in the ridge wallet but how would that work? Wouldnt the elastic bands stop the coin tray from coming out?

[@walletopia]

No it works great. You slide the tray on the same side as cards. The backstop elastic will keep the tray in place the same way it does with cards.

[@Sab3elbromba]

I've always wondered: After you are doing your carry tests, what is your goto wallet that you keep going back to ?

[@captainpronin5264]

I use the aviator completely differently. I use the cutout on the side to push out the entire stack of cards with my thumb and then fan them out to pick the right one. The way you do it seems very cumbersome and slow.

[@walletopia]

Another great way to do it. I've seen at least 4 ways to do it. I like the flexibility of this wallet.

[@Dug6666666]

Question to Aviator owners. If you put your regular use cash card at the top of the stack, will it scan at a checkout thought the rectangular opening without having to remove it?

[@MattHikesHills]

I'm not feeling these band style wallets. They look like they require constant readjusting and two handed action. I use an Akielo with the leather outer and can remove the fron or back card with one hand. I work on an Air Base and using this wallet makes it easy to reach my ID card when at the base gate. I put my ID card at the front and my cash card at the back as they are the most used. The leather covered version provides some secure pouches on the front and back too, ideal for cash and more secure than a clip. Cards come out quick and are easy to return to the holder. I cant fault it.

[@rogergoddard1234]

i see no reason for a wallet to hold coins. All my pants have a built in feature known as a pocket. So, unless i am spending time at a nudist resort, the coin slot is not needed.

[@da3v1ls93]

When you're spending 100 bucks in a wallet I expect there to be a motorised fan and a music box let alone a coin case

[@mr.tkingtexas5903]

So where would you keep the wallet at a nude beach?

[@infini1970]

Over $105+ for the Ridge!? It's gone up over $40+ in a few years when I remember it at a store for $65. Ridiculous. Even at $60+ it was expansive. Both say they are Blocks RFID (wireless theft) but I would bet Ridge would be a better performer on that note. I have a ebay one that is a knock off and I could replace it many times and not reach that $100 mark. I've had it for over 4 years and it's still good AND has RFID (wireless theft) as well. Supposedly. Just my feedback. If money was not an issue maybe I'd get the ridge. I appreciate your comparison though. Thank you.

[@daryl9612]

Very good review. You opened my eyes to the Aviator wallet which is very nice. I most likely will buy one because I like variety. One thing you left out of your review is that the Ridge has aninterchangeable money money clip. It comes with the strap or traditional money clip. I bought the money clip as an add on.

[@walletopia]

Hi Daryl, yes, thank you for bringing that up, the flexibility of the Ridge does provide for interchangeable money clip or strap.

[@LCDRmikecorrigan]

Solid review. Like both, but the coin tray seems a bit of a PIA with noise and thought of them falling out if you don’t get the cards right. Also, 20 cards? Kind of kills the minimalist concept. I can’t think of carrying that many cards… for that thickness, might as well go back to leather and go see a shrink about your hoarding issues.

[@LudosErgoSum]

I have my only card in my phone case. Otherwise I just use mobile payment and most other auxilliary cards such as loyalty points and discounts are now connected to my card or bank account - even the driver's license and student ID have been digitalized. Not sure why you need an expensive wallet like this because in our lifetime cards and cash will disappear entirely making the lifetime warranty a moot point. But I have nothing against the review or reviewer if you think my post is aimed toward the channel - these videos are excellent!

[@virginielekiwi]

Interesting where do you live? I am in Quebec, french part of Canada. And we are retard technology wise (we are far from digital driver's license and student id ... but we have a digital vaccination pass :) )

[@ressiebee4815]

I bought aviators coin tray for my ridge wallet I love it

[@walletopia]

Excellent!

[@wendypalafox2480]

Here from Jimmy Tries World! He recommended you! :)

[@walletopia]

Welcome Wendy! Jimmy was very kind to give us a shout out!

[@raymondwolf6305]

I don't have a left thumb, the ridge works best for mr

[@jmoa5758]

Yeah ridge looks exactly like what I think, more expensive inferior product to Aviator. Thanks guess ill be getting Aviator.

[@bauert3872]

but the RFID protection on the ridge wallet is much better than Aviator because of the cut out in the middle of the Aviator...

[@georgiaredfish]

@@bauert3872 RFID protection is not a thing, never really was. It's been a marketing gimmick for years.

[@SantosAl]

@@georgiaredfish what do you mean by that? more info would be appreciated.

[@merc7601]

@@SantosAl kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32VeXidhKuErsU

[@lesjones471]

No Tething eyelet which I would use if present on ALL card holders for sale.

[@davidlim9189]

Option use for coin pocket is business card ! Plus IMO

[@walletopia]

On the original absolutely! On the new Slide, no, as the coin tray begins to taper half-way back.

[@kevinkarnes4067]

Good to know about the Slide. That's helpful.

[@kevinlabbe8391]

No mention made of the RFID blocking feature. is it there and how does it work?

[@walletopia]

Being that they're both metal it would come with it automatically, but RFID blocking is dead anyway, just a marketing scam now. No reason to buy wallets based on that anymore. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32VeXidhKuErsU

[@TheTrueDoomSlayer]

@@walletopia how is it a scam

[@Jim-the-Engineer]

@@TheTrueDoomSlayer He talks about it in the video link he provided.

[@Darkfoxx999]

I never thought I needed a wallet review but this was high quality content. Sub from me.

[@walletopia]

Thanks!

[@hoponpop3330]

Why not put cash in the co8n tray I’m not keen on the money straps

[@walletopia]

On the aviator, you can on their first version, with their most recent one, the coin tray tappers in the middle so cash wouldn't do well.

[@SoldierPayne]

What about the RFID protection? Do you have to put the Aviator in a specific position in your pocket due to that open slot on one of the plates? Feels very exposed if you have your creditcard there almost fully visible/open.

[@walletopia]

I don't care much for RFID (kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32VeXidhKuErsU), but I would much rather add it to a wallet via a card like this (bit.ly/36nRgKn 15% off with the code "walletopia"), than have it be fully integrated with my wallet.

[@brandonmccrimmon5652]

How does ridge feel in the pocket though? As a back pocket for user the idea of sitting on a metal case with a stack of plastic in it doesn't sound nice

[@walletopia]

Neither of these are good back pocket wallets due to the rigidity.