Top 20 Best Budget Folding Knives For EDC of All Time- 2024

[@mortobeans]

Your videos are exactly what the knife community needs more of. Less chatty "im an influencer" crap. More information. Direct, to the point, and tons of knowledge thrown out fast. I love it man, keep doing what youre doing!

[@Stassa23]

Thanks I appreciate it 🍻

[@elde667]

I never, ever miss a Stassa episode. What a great guy.

[@mikesielicki429]

Thanks!

[@trekfortruth2841]

Excellent list...but I would have to add the Vosteed Nightshade. On WMK the thumb stud version is $69 and the thumb hole version is $72 ($65 with your coupon code). Also, the green G10 Kizer Mini Roach is on close out for $45!

[@michaelinsc9724]

Definitely the Nightshade / mini.

[@Stassa23]

Dang I didn’t even think about WMK it would have definitely been on the list thanks for sharing 🍻🍻

[@Stassa23]

The only reason I didn’t put the roach is because it probably won’t be around for much longer 👍

[@trekfortruth2841]

Yeah, bummed they discontinued it. @Stassa23

[@Stassa23]

@@trekfortruth2841 I know same here it’s such a great slicer and comfortable, I wonder if they discontinued the Domin with the straight edge that was another great slicer and a good price but I haven’t seen them restock it in a while

[@TheEgg53]

Excellent work. I really appreciate you and your channel. God Bless.

[@HtownDooDooBrown]

Yes! Columba made the list! Everyone needs one... seriously...

[@timtitus2532]

Gotta agree with your opinion on the Vision FG. One of my favorites.

[@swynty777]

Top 5 knife channels on KZbin, easily, thanks for these great vids man. Going to get one or two from this list 😊

[@mikereese15]

Man all straight fire. Need me a velona and moyarl.

[@wpymes]

14C28N is an extremely tough and corrosion resistent steel. Great for outdoors and wet environments. However it is rather low on edge retention, for domestic everyday use. D2 is a cheaper all around steel, with 50% better edge retention and 50% less toughness and corrosion resistance! Great video. Thumbs up!

[@gregsobek722]

How can you not have the Civivi Mini Praxis for $28.75 on that list ???

[@Stassa23]

Because I don’t like flipper only knives but if they had thumbstuds both the mini and full size would have been on my list 👍🍻🍻

[@DeffoZappo]

​@@DeerUNIT42the first two knives in this video are D2 ffs

[@DeerUNIT42]

@@DeffoZappo and they're outclassed!

[@LordOfSweden]

itäs 60 dollars here

[@dgoody84]

Just because a knife you probably bought isn't on the list doesn't mean he's crazy like your implying. I know some reassurance will make you feel better so go look for some validation somewhere else buddy and just appreciate the man's list 😉

[@SFBay69]

Stassa, can u do a top 10 Two Sun list? Thanks

[@j.t.553]

Yes please!

[@jasonbeecher509]

Awesome list brother. Have a wonderful day

[@flywheel986]

I recognize that the term "cheap" or inexpensive is relative, depending on one's own economic level. That said, cheap knives to me are under $30.00 or they don't fit the bill. I own a few knives in my collection with eye watering price tags, but they are never going to be camp or truck knives. For those purposes I use an OKC RAT1, and a SOG Fielder. Both are beaters, never break, easy to sharpen, and if I do bust one, no big deal. The Fielder in particular is a tough old knife, 15 years in the truck, and it has performed a lot of H/D work.Harpoon blade has been a great pry bar. The RAT lives in my camp mess bag, about 10 years or so, slices, dices, and will help get the fire going.

[@nagantmaniac]

Lots of personal favorites on this list. I own all but 4 of the 20. The new Raccoon with top liner lock is the best version in my opinion of the model. It's super smooth and solid, basically a compression lock.

[@DanielDan-rg9zw]

My favorite is 11 Canary folder, only complaint would be that it has no jimping on the spine, but everything else is perfect for my preference! If you want to go really budget, Ganzo knives are awesome! I have the FH41s, it's elegant and really well made fit and finish, I was hesitant because I didn't want D2 but it's holding up pretty well and easier to sharpen than what most people say!

[@davidgifford4355]

Out of 17 folders ranging in price from very budget to just over $200 the knife I carry the most is a large Honey Badger Knife in D2 with a drop point blade. Around $60 now, though I paid less than $50. Lightweight, yet solidly built, comfortable, capable & dependable.

[@OutdoorKid-ef4jf]

Awesome thanks pretty much just made my Christmas list off of this video. I was surprised to see no Kershaw knives especially the iridium or leek

[@rioterism]

KIZER DROP BEAR - insanely good knife, blows out of the water lots of other more expensive knives. The Vosteed Raccoon Crossbar lock is indeed one of the other top choices for sure, and the SRM 255L is another great value edc knife.

[@ericworldender9871]

Great list. I must be paying attention cause I got several of these after watching your tests. Love the penguin, pyrite, vision fg, qubit, and the serene. My next pickups are a racoon and a mayoral. Thanks for the great content, Stassa23! Oh, for those looking at the serene it is D2 steel and not the 9cr18mov of the other Sencuts on the list.

[@adams97]

Stassa23 is my jam when it comes to knives. I've been collecting for a few years now & I've never agreed with a list more than this one. So much I got the Civivi Sokoke w/damascus blade & black micarta for $50.

[@Stassa23]

👍👊👊

[@ThatImmo]

Of that bunch I got Penguin, Sachse and Qubit. Love them all, Sachse is one of my favorites and only knife I never had ANY, even slightest issues with. Perfect from the box, never even needed to lube it. Qubit is my Civivi GOAT. Had some stick but now it's tuned perfectly. Need to etch and stonewash the blade, though, I hate how Civivi's brushed satin smudges. I need to get the ArcBlast - if it mixes the Qubit's EDC versatility and perfect size and ergos with Sachse's impeccable performance, it may as well become my new fav. But these days my greatest budget knife of all time is Trivisa Hydra. I know it's not for everyone with that higo styling and enormous front flipper, but I love it. It's my best buddy from the day one and after I tuned it, it is the smoothest knife I have ever seen. Ridiculously fast and versatile, it matches any clothing style and setting, too.

[@user-Bladewalker]

Nice list you smacked them all for sure 👍

[@happykt]

Kizer Towser S is one of my favorite knives out of the my 400 plus knife collection. I also own 3 Civivi Quibit because I love it so much and also own the the brown linen Civivi Sokoke. I love the feel and look of the Sokoke knife and am disappointed more people don't have the opportunity to own this brown linen micarta knife, which I think is the the best looking micarta I've ever seen. It looks very wild west and classy to me.

[@DanielTAGyota]

I just got the Sokoke from a FB group for $40 basically brand new

[@MikeJ602]

Great list!!!! Thanks 🙏

[@MrBowser2012]

Great list!

[@_MiMo_]

Nice to see the GlideStrike making the list!🔥❤

[@carolinesanderson5950]

I really like the Civivi Quilt and the QSP penguin. About to order a Civivi Sokoke. Your suggestions/reviews are always good. t/y :)

[@LeonidasZvarych]

Great list. I own a few of these knives. One of my favorite (and vastly over looked) budget knives is the CJRB Lago ($45), which I like more than its sibling-the Pyrite alt.

[@Phyxsius_85]

Racoon with cleaver blade , super impressed

[@believe722]

Cool list.

[@olafkliemt1145]

my fav EDC knives come from Shooziz, Trivisa, and Sitivien.

[@bcrocks3935]

My Code 4 I picked up for 62 bucks on sale is my favorite “budget” knife!😃

[@kathleensmith370]

GREAT CHOICES

[@darrenpersicke5266]

Nice list but I gotta go with the Ganzo F7601. For $23.95 on Amazon you can’t beat it for the money.

[@joshalmightyblades]

Flicking my Vision FG. Best knife I own.

[@krefcenz]

I agree with the others that it’s an excellent video and an excellent list. I would include the Vosteed Corsair and Real Steel Sacra

[@MichaelKepple-tx4go]

Amazing list. Your honorable mention is hands down my favorite

[@davidbottino7227]

Brother I feel your pain! There's nothing you said! that I can't agree with....I wish too take this opportunity to say "Thank You" for your expertise. I rarely make a move without your input. Best wishes and Keep it sharp!

[@tmille10]

Agreed on Sencutt quality and value, I love my glidestrike crazy smooth, and keep the Phantara in the kitchen always, watched this video and ordered the serene 😅 same day delivery 🚚 Bang!

[@bobbthompson]

I think a broad drop point blade with a full flat grind is the most versatile blade shape for me. I think the Sokoke is a great #1. My other favorite budget knives not on your list are the Petrified Fish Mini Beluga, and the CJRB Mini Feldspar or Ria. I still think the highest value knife available is the Hogue Ritter RSK series. USA made and super steel for $150-180 is hard to beat.

[@TheWatcher60401]

The sencut crowley is my favorite budget button lock flipper!

[@misfitkaye]

Just recently found your channel, and I’m digging it, thank you. Not a huge knife guy (yet) but know what I like. Just ordered some knives based on your feedback. Unfortunately I can’t use your links😠 I’m in Canada. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@charliewahl]

I love the Kershaw Shuffle II. Best knife i have seen for ~$20

[@talonsqz]

Great selection - appreciate the analysis against a large field of competitors - TY!

[@MikeyD8716]

The canary is like the perfect size small knife.

[@addictedtowarthunder4610]

That cmb predator is nice!

[@christophermitchell7925]

Great list! What are your thoughts on Eafengrow knives? They are budget friendly and well made based on what I’ve seen and read, as well as my own personal experience with the couple knives from them that I own (one fixed blade “camp knife” and one edc folder). I’d love to hear your opinion on them if you have any experience with them!

[@ronaldroberts8515]

Thanx Stassa for the video...like that cmb predator but also sencut arcblast but whats ur thoughts on these 2. Take it easy.

[@herosticks]

Love my Qubit - just wish it had a filler tab! 😢

[@Kodiak1293]

Me too

[@Limicola1]

Stopped buying liner locks 20 years ago. Don't like metal scales because I use my knives in the winter. I'm not a fidgiter so not impressed with "flicking." BTDT, grew out of it. I buy knives to use, not fidgit with. Prefer slip joints, cross bar locks, and lock backs. My latest purchase is a Real Steel Stella Slipjoint VG10 Satin Spear Point, Blue G10 Handles. On sale right now for $50 at Knifecenter. My EDC is an Asher Spiro crossbar (thanks to your review). Haven't found anything better to replace it. Prefer knives that are not open in the back. Harder to clean but more comfortable for hard use. Before that, Benchmades of one sort or another.

[@Trad.]

You should check out some ganzo knives!

[@deadmanrunning6670]

Where did you buy the CJRB Pyrite with the blue Damascus g10 scales?

[@SES5925]

Great list. I just purchased the Moyarl with Cross bar lock.

[@bikeman9419]

Good video, fast moving is what I like. I hate opening the box videos. It takes 5 minutes before you get to see the knife.

[@raddy8898]

Simple, no nonsense knife vid.

[@MindBodyAtom]

I think my Divo Pony Stout was around $60 and my favorite budget carry

[@Frizzlefry7]

I liked the Qubit but it felt a little slippery to me. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Great list. Love the Sokoke.

[@Kodiak1293]

That and the tab is my only complaints

[@josephhegarty1918]

Dynamite list thanks for the share❤

[@markanderson8677]

Rat 1. I've beat this knife hard and it takes the beating and sharpens up easily. Tough and easy to sharpen.. I do wish they'd make it in a 154CM or 14C28N

[@aussieheroesgroup]

Great video mate, much respect from down under :)

[@richarddawson1796]

I think the Miguron Keryx should have been in there. Love the vidzzz

[@originalterrorsquad]

I Feel the Vosteed Corgi deserves to be on this list

[@rwe1]

CJRB Lago is my #1. Riff would be high on the list too. If a knife doesn't have a flipper tab, I probably won't buy it and would rank low on my list

[@samuelpope7798]

You can get a decent functional knife in either D2 or 14C28N for 15 to 30 bucks if you do your homework but a in a 50 to 70 price point you can get a really nice knife from a very large selection of brands and models that will more or less do the same thing as the more affordable knife but it will be noticeably more refined. And potentially better QC. I tend to buy knives in pairs and, trust me, there is such a thing as a bad example of an otherwise good knife. Price point doesn't guarantee a good example but I would say it improves the odds. If you spend more than 70 to 90 , or there about, there should be some specific reason why other than just cutting stuff. That's not to say that you shouldn't do that if the knife fulfills some other intangible desire or is hyper specialized or you just can't find a cheaper example that has all of the specifications that you want. But remember: The knife paradox is that the less you spend on a knife the more you will use and abuse it. So get something that fits your use case and spend accordingly. The Raccoon is the only one of these I have tried. Good knife. Simple, Strong and light weight.

[@jonathanklein7875]

The Sencut Serene is in D2. Had it been 9cr18mov, I'd have been into it.

[@ΧρηστοςΕλαιακιας]

Excellent video,bravo

[@sumanshaikh7227]

Vosteed Chipmunk is my most fav. It has 3 ways of deployment and very smooth action! What do you think of that?

[@brandens7615]

Vosteed nightshade has to be on this list

[@stevewhite51]

I get it you like one knife brand. Branch out a little or do a top what from one brand.

[@Knifedope]

Yo OG! You Gotta add these to your list: mini beluga, Kizer mini roach, Kubey momentum, Vosteed nightshade TH

[@aaronfisher9776]

I have all of those knives except the Hectare.heck ya Stassa

[@j.t.553]

What's your top 3 or top 5?

[@AlanSpringer2074]

Cjrb Feldspar for this guy! Thanks for the video!

[@chucky47240]

Camillus Cuda Mini. Very good knife! Not in the list. Too bad, it deserves to be known with its unique opening system.

[@darenmcgovern4285]

Great list

[@sandymilne224]

What about the Raike line? Incredible quality at a cheap price.

[@Tyler0789]

3.5" Moyarl ❤

[@tommywei1154]

I would add the qsp parrot. Cheaper than the penguin and better cutting geometry. Option to swap out the pocket clip with a civivi deep carry pocket clip to make it a perfect sub 30 dollar knife.

[@Yuzuki1337]

Isn't the Civivi clip on it's own already like 20 bucks? :D

[@tommywei1154]

@@Yuzuki1337 it's 5 bucks on Amazon. A two pack is 8.50 I believe.

[@sinisterh4nd]

Did you stonewash the PVD coating on your Vision FG? Either way, it looks great!

[@HehsooS]

Since 2020 youtube has brought knife sales light years ahead.

[@Stassa23]

Definitely has 🍻

[@soundknight]

Bestech Ronin looks awesome

[@ZENO357]

Some of my favorites are made by Petrified Fish...

[@OGCAMG]

Can you do this for fixed blades?

[@lostsailor2498]

Stassa, where did you get that Moyarl with light gray scales and satin blade? I can't find that combo.

[@chrisjosekuehl]

Are the liners super weak in the large pyrite? It seems like the steel liners would prevent the scales from flexing.

[@natehoover5266]

I recently got a Sokoke in Green micarta and black blade. The front flipper sucks and not near as smooth as the non coated blade. It's definitely snappy.

[@bbaker3510]

Excellent list, thank you!

[@davidmadrid3453]

Excellent line up

[@dayannahkali]

The Vision FG certainly is an awsome knife, but I cannot go past the fact it has non recessed liners, flat scales, and this metal bar on the tang part seems uncomfortable. Recessed liners and contoured scaled is a real plus imao, that is why I choose the sokoke over the vision, even if I have not be so lucky to actually try the vision. In any case, for a few more bucks, one can have real good steel, I am thinking little knives like the Vosteed Nightshade S35VN or the Kizer Yorkie M390 both can be found around 100 and are in a whole higher league than those cheap steel knives. Out of all of them, however, I would recommend Kizer’s 154CM, but they are not cheap.

[@JosephTardiff-dt6hm]

I got the reate exo-m and asheville steel paragon warlock both around 40-48$ lol…..

[@MohamedMeringue1195]

What about the Kershaw Iridium 🤔

[@j.t.553]

Ehh too pricey for D2 steel

[@chrisjosekuehl]

I wish your limit was $80, then you could have added the civivi vision fg, and the real steel pathfinder folder.

[@Orlosthedruid]

" Im a flicker...I love to flick my flicking blade. Flickkity flicken flicken blades is just the best flickitty flicken thing you can flicken do! I just love to sit in front of my flicken mirror in my flicken chair and watch myself flick my flicken knife like a flikkity flicken fool....Im so flicken cool ya'll, look at me, I flick blades!"

[@sodathief]

Gotta checkout the top liner lock racoon

[@YossefMichaan-l5i]

the sencut serene is D2 steel not 9cr18MoV

[@Erunanethiel]

Why do you not like flipper only knives? What problems do they have?

[@B0SSTrickSH0TS]

$1999 scales for the Vision seems a little crazy

[@wbwills2]

Would somebody PLEASE HELP ME WITH A GOOD POCKET CLIP THAT I WONT LOOSE!I got into the civivi paraxis & didn’t switch to the after market clip. I like deep carry clips BUT never tried a milled Ti one.the short,wide & strong looking clip that comes stock on a benhmade bug out,looks like a great clip design on a great knife. Benchmade is more expensive,yes..BUT , I have lost $200+ worth of civivis I am curious about that kind of cross bolt (?)lock (and button locks at 2nd place of trying something different. I’m open to suggestions.liner locks have been about all ive ever had.so…?.?.)just want to get a knife that no matter if i slide down a mountain spinning in circles, it will still be in my pocket. Preferably still deep in my pocket where I put it. Unless I am missing something with the milled Ti clips that look like they ride higher up.?.?.just want 1 that isn’t going to bend or snag & be gone. Is there such a thing?Thx for any advice. These knives are all nice. & they are still making plenty of good $.some prices are nuts!

[@evaneason6906]

Petrified fish any count? I think thats the name.