Depends on how "too small" you find the Mini Grip.
The Mini Recon 1 is just a little bigger than the Mini Grip with most of it being the handle.
If the Mini Grip is just a bit too small, the Mini Recon 1 should work. But, if the Mini Grip is way too small, consider the Recon 1.
The Recon 1 is big though. Too big for me to EDC during the week (office environment). No problem with it for yard work, hiking, or camping.