Ridge vs Amazon knockoff wallets; Best 6 Amazon COMPARED

[@forbiddenspatula4243]

I honestly liked my knock off more than the ridge. Both were made in China anyway, I'd rather not pay for just a brand.

[@MaryamMaryam-rg7ny]

The ridge made his own designand others Just stole. Now others also earn a lot because the ridge started this design , he also earn others too ,

[@MrMalcovic]

I don't know about these wallets, but a hell of a lot of producers make identical white-label goods that are simply branded differently before hitting the retail markets. You'd maybe be surprised at the extent to which this happens.

[@VAL3NTIN3]

Which one did you get ?

[@THATHOMIEwiththeBIGFEET]

@@MaryamMaryam-rg7ny yeah, other companies do well because ridge charges a TERRIBLE price. Most people nowadays dont even carry the cost of the ridge wallet on them. By your own logic, ridge should conform to the market. A slim metal wallet isn’t exactly some genius new idea.

[@Assimilator702]

@@MaryamMaryam-rg7ny The Ridge didn't design anything. These wallets were already being made in China factories before the Ridge brand was ever available for sale. Ridge simply had their name printed on the wallets and chose a packaging from the factory. Ridge is not a retail company they're a marketing company. Nothing more.

[@Fantastic_Mr_Fox]

Ridge wallet is such a genius business venture. They managed to sell pairs of metal plates strapped together for 160$ and actually make people want to buy it. Wonder why there are so name competitors? Because it's super cheap to make

[@chibiribiri]

Well. Some safes here and there. Less marketing, less quality in build in materials, just a bit cut of the marge and here u have ur little cheap product which no one would buy, if there wasn't a more expensive option on the market doing all the marketing for this thing. Ah. And don't forget the lifetime guarantee by ridge which works pretty well. Same goes for spare parts if u need some. U can see the difference. Now u only have to think about if it's worth FOR YOU personally to spend a lot more for some "little" tweaks. The ridge is the superior product.

[@Butmunch666]

@@chibiribiriOk so its the superior product...but is it 5 times better?

[@Zastrutzki]

@@chibiribiri I bet you own Apple products as well. And don't forget to take your AG1 every day!

[@phaidros100]

@@Zastrutzki why is the example, I own Apple products and ROSSM wallet, ordered second one.

[@kylericker7]

"try before you buy" yes... try.... My 6$ ridge wallet knockoff is celebrating its 4th birthday this month.

[@Sybertek]

Love the AliExpress wallets. Can't beat $6.

[@MudRogue]

Had my Ridge Wallet since 2019.. I ordered a new elastic this week (Oct 2023). I love the Wallet. I quickly learned to carry what really matters. Normal wallets encourage you to haul around junk. I can't imagine using anything else. Now, if I could get a quality Ridge type wallet cheaper. I will buy it. I would like to have a variety of designs.

[@edwardkeeter762]

I've had my Havenhurst wallet for 3+ years now, and it has performed flawlessly. Other than the red paint on the aluminum sides having rubbed off in a couple spots where it's constantly getting rubbed in my pocket, it's literally as good as the day I bought it. I imagine this "problem" will be present on any painted, Ridge-style wallets. It's a complete non-issue, it may be handy as a very flimsy excuse to get another one if I get the urge to get a different color, or the carbon fiber version. Functionally, I'll be surprised if I don't get at least another 5-10 years out of this wallet. HIGHLY recommended. Oh, and if you're new to the "Ridge" style of wallet: once you switch to it, you'll never go back.

[@TheZothaq]

I'm curious to know how long the knockoffs will last. I'm a big fan of buying the expensive name brand items simply because of longevity. I bought my forged ember about 3 or 4 years ago and it's still going strong. If I remember correctly it was a bit cheaper than they are today. If I had to replace the knockoff every year cause it broke then that's a huge hassle I don't want to mess with.

[@Helioger]

Except these knockoffs last just as long

[@KekusMagnus]

The ridge is just two plates with an elastic strap in the middle. The strap is the only thing that will really wear out and you can get long-lasting high quality ones from even the cheapest knockoffs and you can replace them yourself. There is absolutely no reason to buy the incredibly overpriced Ridge wallet unless you reeealy want your wallet to be made out of expensive materials that don't improve its function

[@amycus22]

I’ve had the rossm for about 2 years still good. According to one KZbin channel the cf is legit on it.

[@Assimilator702]

@@amycus22 Same here. I have 2 ROSSM in Carbon fiber and Forged Ember. Both are still in great shape after over a year. The Ridge Carbon Fiber is showing considerable signs of wear and the elastic is considerably more stretched out. I’ve had the ROSSM for 18 months and the Ridge for 6 months. I usually use one wallet for a week then switch so they all have a similar amount of use and wear and tear in them. I babied the Ridge since it was so much more expensive and it’s still wearing out quicker. And I’m very careful and never dropped the Ridge which I can’t say about the ROSSM wallets which I’ve dropped several times each. I also have 3 or 4 other brands in the metal designs and they’re all holding up fine.

[@sniperfox47]

I've had my ARW for a year and a bit now. A few of the screws got loose after my first time taking the faceplate off and have been lost in pockets. Other than that it's going strong. Would be curious to know how well the screws for the other models seal.

[@tyrusch]

This is probably a stupid question but on the ridge can you remove the strap without using the clip? I don't want either I just want card holding function. Thanks

[@saifsedr6292]

You can on the Rossm Wallet so I’m sure it would be the same on the ridge wallet

[@MSimmonsAZ]

I have a rossm. I like it a lot. I had trouble with the buckle on the elastic. It is sort of a C pattern underneath the elastic. When I would use the strap and twist the buckle it would poke through the elastic. I solved this by cutting a clear plastic straw and enclosing open end of the C

[@j.t.c.9157]

I always appreciate someone taking the time to do these kind of reviews. Great information for a wallet shopper..thank you sir!

[@jimmyneutron3055]

Got the ARW been using it for 7 years with no issues and scratches.

[@slayshy]

Just bought the Rossm because of you, thanks for the tips!

[@markspencer4246]

Great vid. I've been using leather wallets for over 40 years and just got the extremus tactical. Love it. I only Cary 8 cards, so they slide in and out just fine. Thanks for the great review!

[@hepgeoff]

Great comparisons, thanks! One thing you didn't mention, which I'd love to know: The Ridge has beveled edges on the inside to make it easier to insert the cards. Do the other knockoffs have beveled inside edges? I think the Rossm has beveled edges.

[@beatsbyjules.]

They do, I’ve tried most of those other knockoffs. The ones I bought had genuine carbon fiber too

[@LeeW-i4t]

@@beatsbyjules. which did u buy?

[@beatsbyjules.]

@@LeeW-i4t I've gone through a few actually between ridge and amazon versions. It's really just down to savings and price preference. I actually ditched the ridge for an AirTag hawanik ridge-style wallet

[@KekusMagnus]

I bought a 10$ plastic knockoff from Amazon and it had the beveled edges, it's really not a difficult feature to add, I'm pretty sure all knockoffs have it

[@vuk0625]

Great comparison. I know a couple of people who love their ridge wallets. One of whom previously had durability issues with a knockoff. It's tough to know whether that was a one off issue, or a reflection of broader quality concerns with knockoffs. The other has been using he Ridge for over 7 years. I'll likely stick to my leather wallets in any case, but at those prices I'd consider trying the rossm, just to see how it is.

[@upnorthvlogs]

I have a cheap one and a ridge them both look feel and work the same

[@matts.4095]

I bought the ROSSM wallet, I havefor 10 months now, got on a Amazon sale for $23, I was interested in the ridge wallet, and got this one to see if I like the idea, after having the ROSSM wallet for two months, I took apart and put the money clip on and took all the bolts out and put blue Loctite although all the bolts were fine, more time went on, and I kind of forgot about the ridge wallet, because this one has been just fine. 10 months later, and still works perfectly. So I figure why I pay more just for a brand-name when they’re basically the same. I got the black carbon fiber and still looks perfect. The money clip has a little bit of wear, but works perfectly.

[@NocturnalNews]

I wish you would've shown how they work with your records most people don't carry 12 cords I have like three or four including my drivers license

[@H8onG]

I’ve had 2(about to get my third) carbon fiber knock offs that look like the rossm. Paid 11 bucks each, the only reason I am getting a new one is because the elastic will stretch if go from a few cards to a lot. When I travel I take less, but I have never lost cash from the money clip! I’ve used this style for almost 5yrs now and will never use a traditional leather wallet again.

[@qazifaisal5]

I have the UNIKTREND cherry wood wallet a love it built well does everything I want. What you have to remember is you don't need double stitching most of us don't carry around 12 cards everywhere we go. All the wallets are clearly very well built but even if like UNIKTREND that I bought if it falls apart for some reason I can buy several more for the price of one ridge wallet so their is literally no reason to buy a ridge . My opinion anyone of the other options makes more sense then the ridge . The only real difference is style so find the ridge knock off that suits your style their way more then what's shown here and buy the one that you want.

[@Mike-vu8nn]

Do ridge accessories (like the cavity tray and airtag clip) work with any of these knockoffs?

[@walletopia]

Yes they do!

[@Mike-vu8nn]

@@walletopia good to know, thanks!

[@FA7ALtheGOD]

Spigen (the phone case company) also made their version of a Ridge wallet for around $40.. I was considering that because my cards edges are partially exposed with my current wallet and it's messing em up. You gave me a decent alternative in the ROSSM, thanks Mark!

[@Assimilator702]

The Spigen wallets are nice for $35. I might try one of those.

[@Matthewzim1988520]

@@Assimilator702 I have one and love it

[@Assimilator702]

@@Matthewzim1988520 Is the outer plate made of metal on the Spigen?

[@Matthewzim1988520]

@@Assimilator702 yeah

[@slayshy]

Please do a full product review on the Rossm wallet

[@spike62002]

I bought a no brand carbon fibre knock off from Amazon a year ago for $18 AUD, i've even dropped it a few times and had absolutely no issues with it. The carbon fibre Ridge wallet is about $250 here, I couldn't justify that expense, even if I had to replace the knock off a dozen times i'd still be in front.

[@caananlemke]

I was looking for a cheaper alternative to the ridge and found some of these on Amazon before coming here because of mixed reviews. Your work is amazing and I can't imagine a better review; I might subscribe and check out your other content just because of how well this was done.

[@walletopia]

Thanks!

[@lalinsekhar3097]

What is the size of the screw?

[@ljoe35]

Thank you….I was looking at the Ridge and happened to see your comparison. As a result, I just ordered a Rossum.

[@walletopia]

Glad I could help!

[@The_Cholo]

Ive had multiples, a brand i dont know, im currently using a Spartan Savage that retails for $39.99, my wife bought me a ridge for my birthday and i think it was $100 or so with the color scheme i chose, and far as i can tell....same wallet. Not that i dont appreciate the gift, i just use my knockoff at work and my nice one on weekends/vacations, i hafto swap a whopping 3 cards, ID included, so makes my life easier i suppose

[@walletopia]

The competitors of Ridge have come a long way, and are very affordable

[@hobosavage6187]

Hello mark! Can you do the Cappla wallet if you have the chance! It’s suppose to be another ridge killer

[@CalvertFitness]

Is it assumed that RFID is effective?

[@russell2952]

Got an ARW for $20 (Canadian). There's just no possible way the Ridge brand one is $170 better (yes, it's selling for $190!!!). I doubt it's even better at all. Don't try a knockoff and then buy the 'real' thing, just stick with a knockoff. If it fails in some way you can buy eight replacements before you've spent as much as one Ridge wallet.

[@24279706]

So where do you keep the little bits of crap we all carry around with us like a spare key and a trolly token, as well as cash for the Sunday markets that don't use card readers because they're behind the times.

[@walletopia]

That's one of the deficiencies about sandwich wallets, they don't handle those items well, so you end up with that in your other pockets.

[@Slickman2006]

Some people buy the coin tray and use it for those items. You could even have no money clip or cash strap and keep your cash in a coin tray.

[@TheCarrion7]

i had the rossm for 1 year now, it's already getting ruined, the metal is covered in a plastic wrap and u don't see it until it comes apart. You get what you pay.

[@Mr.M1STER]

They're probably all made in the same factory in China. I think it is funny that some people defend the price of the Ridge saying that it comes with a lifetime warranty. The only parts that might need replacing are the bands imo or a few screws if you forget to snug them up every so often. These spare parts come in the box with the RossM for no extra cost so this really does make the "lifetime warranty" of the Ridge seem redundant.

[@Gary-Seven-and-Isis-in-1968]

When I first became aware of this style of product, I immediately decided it wasn't for me. I like to carry cards with a cash backup in case of emergencies, so a basic money clip with bank notes waving in the wind for all to see just doesn't cut it. It looks good but it is impractical. In a single word "Gimmick"

[@tafb94force29]

Maybe a different generation demographic. I see younger men using these versus old school wallets. There is nothing wrong with either style.

[@MrWillAdams]

Would be interesting to see how they all look after a year of use

[@kennethswann6458]

I don't know if Ridge is made in the USA but I imagine all the parts are manufactured from the same Factory like everything else in America and it's just a assembled here in the USA

[@ahwleung]

Would love to see a similar video for box wallets, secrid/eckster knockoffs in particular. For those the quality of the trigger mechanism would matter more.

[@antftwx]

Looks like Rossm products aren't sold anymore, at least not on Amazon. :(

[@walletopia]

The knockoffs tend to come and go. I know there’s a bunch of legal cease and desists flying around based on this design.

[@PaoloMix09]

Seriously, videos like these are the reason you should have way more subscribers. Wish there were alternatives to the fantom Wallet because I really enjoy that, and then I could recommend it to friends without them having to spend $60-$100 right off the bat.

[@jimbogacz]

I’m an Airo Stealth snob but was pleasantly surprised how small the footprint of my Ridge knockoff (Mountain Voyage Matte carbon fiber) was. I didn’t expect it to be smaller. Going to load it up with 10 cards and carry it for a while.

[@jimbogacz]

I ended up returning it. It’s small, but I didn’t enjoy getting cards out. I just got an XSTO and it’s great, so now I’ll alternate between that and my Airo.

[@markfrolick2167]

Great review! In your experience, do you have a preference for money clip vs. cash strap? Thanks!

[@stan5409]

I just received the ARW wallet and never realized it has no separate place for a Drivers Lic

[@walletopia]

Correct, I've not found a sandwich wallet that does. It's just a stack of cards you put into between two pieces of metal.

[@stan5409]

@@walletopia With credit cards, hospital ID cards, Auto club, social security, medical insurance ID, Store discount cards and more will not fit in this wallet

[@iqcrimee]

@@stan5409why would you carry your social in your wallet wtf, if you lose your wallet it’s over with, put hospital id, ssn and government id inside a safe

[@WissamYKhalil]

that cough😂 great review Mark!

[@criscross92]

I know this comment is super late, but I do want to say that I do have the hayvenhurst wallet and I actually like it! Now I will say one thing that the “carbon fiber” does scratch pretty easily. Other then that it’s not bad

[@mikepawlikguitar]

I got one for 30 bucks. Nice green, aluminum, been going strong for 1 year. No signs of slowing down. Ridge is so senseless to me

[@IRLZeni]

I just got the forged ember ROSSM and it’s so nice. Especially for the price

[@ryansd3]

Great video! Very informative.

[@allsport916]

Dang. That was an in-depth breakdown. Well played, sir. New subscriber.

[@boscotom3508]

Forgot spigen slim aluminum wallet

[@itcantrainallthetime9886]

I got the BIIGELL wallet off of Amazon. I live in BC and transit mostly. It has a translucent card slot for ID or transit pass so I can scan without taking anything out. Honestly looks better than all of these too.

[@UKMike2009]

I'm not entirely sure that Ridge isn't actually a knockoff itself. Certainly not worth the extra cost I'm afraid.

[@walletopia]

Good question, since the provenance of anything can be surprising. Could be someone invented it, but Ridge took it and ran with it. If there's anyplace that could tell us....it's Reddit :)

[@NinjaSushi2]

I just bought my ridge for 75 bucks. Better build quality than all the others and life time warranty. I love me a good lifetime warranty.

[@jrbluedup]

Rossm 35 bucks and has a lifetime warranty too

[@ingloriousmax]

You love a name, that's about it

[@teriyakitears9831]

Thanks for the comparison. Hope to see a comparison between the ekster and other popup card wallets as well.

[@poshdelux]

I booked that little cough there, nice subtle jab lol 1:02

[@bjbyrne]

Buy the ROSSM and get a $7 elastic from Ridge

[@davidthanos]

Just got the rossm and it's pretty damn good

[@itsatoolthing6323]

This is off topic. But can you do a comparison of the current version of the scudo wallet and the prior version. I have that prior version and don't see how squaring up the wallet is an in vantage seem like it would he harder to pom. Also you should they the technique of folding each bill of cash individually into 3rd's so you can flip through like a card. It work will to get cash out but is labor intensive to put back in. That being said woks will for backup cash.

[@sumanshaikh7227]

Honestly, I find Rossm to be the best one. It has similar thickness as ridge

[@MattHarris89]

Hey Mark! What a surprise to see you again, especially on KZbin.

[@walletopia]

How you doing Brother! It’s good to hear from you! Yeah, I’ve been messing with wallets for years and started this channel a few year back 😁

[@rawisrel]

This video was awesome. I've been dying to ditch my beat up 8 year old wallet lol but wasn't sure what I should get next. Jumping on Amazon now! Keep up the great work!

[@myi1978]

I own the arw. It’s the best.

[@dlatua]

But can we say that the ridge is overpriced? Once again, awesome video!

[@Ekimssiew]

Why would anybody want a wallet that you have to perform maintenance on?

[@tonyparkin3379]

Rossm ordered.

[@northwiebesick7136]

I wonder if you've tested id card/lanyard varients of knockoffs from brands like "SHTALHST" was thinking about looking for a new wallet and this type of wallet really interested me, although I'm used to the double zipper accordion style wallet. Ok, not the accordion style, per sé, but it's the closest thing I could find to what I'm currently using, which has the same 2 accordion pouches for money or whatever on the one side, but instead of the accordion card holder on the other, it's more of a zippered bi-fold wallet with an id card holder at the centerfold, or whatever you call that center flap on a bi fold wallet, with the center hung id holder also functioning as a zippered coin purse... Most of my documents that would stay in the accordion style money side of the 2 zipper wallet, such as SSN, voided check, and whatever else I might need for applications for employment or similar things that I like to keep in the same place, but close to hand if I ever need them in a hurry, can stay in a separate wallet, and so I'm just looking for something to basically, hold 1 or 2 debit cards easily, and possibly a bank card with my account numbers on them, for the bank obviously. Ability to hold money would be good, probably on a clip, but IDK if an elastic band or clip is better... The ones I'm currently looking at have a clip, and a small loop for putting on a small lanyard or something like, and have a small clear plate on the front to slide an id or similar card behind, for easy access...

[@FavOnIcon]

Bought one for 4$, feels same to me... definitely not paying 100 for that ridge

[@rabeelsyed9683]

Great comparison video. Rooms does look like a better option

[@DrDennis]

Had a ridge aluminum not impressed for price!!! Sold it right away.

[@cristianmicu]

leather wallets RFID with slots are unbeatable in practicality, you want to be a modern man dust your leather wallet and either put your cards in your pockets and use them one by one or use this crap and have fun when you want to get out the one that you need out of that elastic band or super fun when all the cards come flush over the floor in the middle of the store.. i've seen it multiple times and i smiled... you ll never touch this elastic crap ever again

[@LCFTW93]

I'm not into ridge, I'd much rather find a knockoff for the akeeni xsto

[@marvelljones72]

This is basically what I did, bought a knockoff to figure out I'm not the biggest fan of the Ridge wallets. I still used it for a year, but then the elastic started to go (mine was in the $20 range) so I replaced it with something a bit different. After watching quite a few walletopia videos of course 😀.

[@MaryamMaryam-rg7ny]

I respect the rifge for design i love his blue and pink and boxes like apple box good quality

[@fara.r.8181]

Finally, thanks for the giggle Mark.

[@eugeniofernandez8101]

Nice watch, sir !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SteveJohnSteele]

4 pieces of plastic and some elastic strap and anyone could make one. Add some aluminium foil for RFID blocking.

[@FlammableAirFreshener]

Out of all the ads I've seen for the ridge, I had never seen one get opened until seeing this video - Just shows you how much they leave out for KZbin sponsor scams... Ads, I mean ads.

[@josevminier]

Thank you for this awesome video. You just saved me 100 dollars.

[@michman2]

Funny how Ridge, the wallet I've been using since day one, is the target of all these new Ridge-Knock-off videos. If Ridge is the one beat, how about just buying a Ridge?

[@pinkmillk]

The price. That's literally the reason why.

[@satoapendragon1257]

Had a knockoff for 3-4 years and it's still going for about $30.

[@wyattbreymeyer4033]

the ridge most likely costs less than 15$ to manufacture, crazy markup

[@MrWillAdams]

If only business was that simple. Please don’t look at the iPhone markup, you will feint lol

[@donaldchin7205]

Really, really hate these metal wallets - They basically grind/rip/pierce your pant pockets. Esp the back pockets. Just stick to a leather cardholder wallet - It does less to little damage to your pants.

[@kevinlucas8437]

Ridge is over priced, I'm still deciding on which one, but definitely not $100 -$140

[@mattue84]

Boo the rossm is no longer available

[@Slickman2006]

Ebay

[@alipetuniashow]

For me ridge still holds up

[@jack_of_all___]

Thank you for saving me $100!

[@nullx8]

wow Amazon is expensive, i go your recomendation for less than $3

[@RichardClark-hw6ic]

I bought a knockoff called "grid," and it's going 2 years strong. Ridge is overpriced AF.

[@boombang1948]

Hey bro, change back to the old background please, it was so much better

[@marcg7751]

YOU: "Not that you will carry 12 cards on you" ME: "Hold my beer" Just found you and like your videos, what do you recommend for someone who carries even more than 12 cards but wants something that doesnt take too much space? I have one of these knockoffs and it doesnt stretch enough and its hard to remove cards. EDIT: I started this comment before I saw you say the same thing about the Extremus that I have.

[@Fantastic_Mr_Fox]

I don't want an aluminium one because that'll scratch so much faster

[@crisper1614]

I’m tired of these kind of wallets.

[@thatspiritualhumane]

I can't even afford a $20 knockoff !

[@kurukiddo]

ROSSM is $20 right now lol

[@machinosts]

Why on earth would anyone want to buy a wallet where you have to tighten it back up with a screwdriver? How utterly bizarre.

[@gphillimo]

I bought a knockoff from ebay for $10

[@norbelsemaj3870]

I will never pay Ridge Wallet for $140 They Crazy 🤣🤣🤣

[@norbelsemaj3870]

@Eddie Perez Ekster Better dude.

[@ahmedhishamdr8485]

Awesome comparison review…keep it up 👍🏻👍🏻

[@thunder_plumsss7993]

My guy walle

[@mikybozzy2912]

Ridge wallets are overpriced and are the same as the modt knockoffs. I own a ridge

[@lokemmslokemms4294]

gotta appreciate this video for its honesty because ridge is basically manufactured in china. All the other sellers are selling the same exact wallet with their own brand. The mold and everything is basically the same with ridge. I'd have scold the crap out of walletopia if he really recommends ridge over the rest. Ridge is basically an overpriced minimalist wallet. You are welcomed.