Here is a table comparing the features of Kahtoola’s MICROspikes and line of hiking crampons:
| MICROspikes | K•10 Hiking Crampon | KTS Aluminum | KTS Steel | |
| # of Points | 12 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Point Length | 1.0 cm | 1.9 cm | 1.9 cm | 2.5 cm |
| Front Points | No | No | No | No |
| Weight (Large/Reg) | 408 g / 14.4 oz | 608 g / 21.4 oz | 540 g / 18.9 oz | 662 g / 23.3 oz |
| Point Material | 400 Series Stainless Steel | 4130 Chromoly Steel | 7075 Aircraft Aluminum | 4130 Chromoly Steel |
| Harness Material | Elastomer | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Notes | Design is very similar to Hillsound FreeStep6 crampons. I will post comparison photos soon. | “the lightest steel crampon on the market” | “the lightest aluminum hiking crampons on the market” | The most aggressive traction offered by Kahtoola |
| MSRP | $64.95 | $99.95 | $149 | $159 |
