Best Kitchen Knives on Amazon
The Best Kitchen Knives on Amazon For Every Budget
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Whether you fancy yourself the next Chrissy Teigen or are just happy with yourself for not burning that grilled cheese sandwich, investing in quality cooking gadgets and tools, like cookware sets and pans or immersion blenders for soups and sauces can change everything. A good set of knives is a great place to start and can make all the difference in terms of safety and efficiency. Have you ever cut a tomato with a subpar, dull knife? It's nearly impossible.
Buying a solid set of kitchen knives, even if you are the most casual cook, will make the most mundane tasks, like daily food prep, easier and more enjoyable. On Amazon, you can find trusted brands, like J.A. Henckles International and Cuisinart as well as knives crafted from Japanese and German steel. You can also choose to invest in an entire set for a full range of knives or can slowly build up your collection with a few essential knife shapes. In fact, these sets may even inspire you to stop buying the prechopped fruit at Whole Foods — though we won't judge if they don't.
From supersharp knife block sets to a gilded trio to complement your cheese plate spread, here are our favorite picks for all your slicing and dicing needs, all on Amazon. Chop chop. (Had to).
— Additional reporting by Angela Elias
A Japanese Chef Knife
Imarku Japanese Chef Knife ($40)
If you're looking to slowly invest in a handful of specialty knives, you'll get tons of mileage out of a chef knife. This beautiful Japanese knife has an eight-inch high carbon steel blade. It's sturdy and sharp enough to trim meat off the bone and can be used to dice, slice, and chop everything from meats to veggies.
A Tomato Knife
Hammer Stahl 5-Inch Cheese and Tomato Knife ($30)
Aside from a quality chef knife, another useful tool to have in your cooking arsenal is a cheese and tomato knife. This one cuts through tomatoes and cheese so seamlessly, it will inspire you to host a special Caprese salad party.
A Kitchen Knife Block Set
J.A. Henckels International 13550-005 Statement Knife Block Set ($130)
This 15-piece set features dishwasher-safe blades made from stainless steel and a lightweight design for easy maneuvering at the counter. These stain and rust-resistant knives are also dishwasher-safe, so clean up is a breeze.
A Colorful Knife Set With Blade Guards
Cuisinart C55-12PCKSAM 12 Piece Color Knife Set With Blade Guards ($20)
This beautiful, stainless steel knife set is color-coded, which helps you reduce the risk of cross-contamination during food prep. Genius. The knives have a nonstick ceramic coating that makes slicing even easier. With over 47,000 reviews and a 4.8 rating, this set is an excellent deal.
A Bestselling Knife Set
Home Hero Stainless Steel Knife Set ($50, originally $70)
This 20-piece set comes in a stunning acrylic block that takes up less visual space on your counter, so it's ideal for tiny kitchens. It's the bestseller in Amazon's steak knife sets category and has over 66,000 reviews with a 4.6 rating. It also comes with a pair of kitchen scissors, a peeler, and a two-stage knife sharpener.
A Titanium-Coated Knife Set
Wanbasion Blue Professional Kitchen Knife Chef Set ($19)
This kitchen knife set is coated with titanium to resist corrosion and scratches and look stunning for years to come. This set has over 15,000 reviews and a 4.5 rating, making it a popular choice that comes in several color options. Did we mention it's also dishwasher safe?
A Rainbow Iridescent Knife Set
Wellstar Kitchen Knife 5 Piece Set ($60)
This insanely beautiful, iridescent knife set is practically decor for a magical dinner party in and of itself. Plus, it comes with a gift box, so it's the ideal present for that person in your life who appreciates the finer things. The five-piece set is made from German steel and is coated in rainbow titanium, which gives it a non-stick surface that makes clean up easier and also helps to prevent corrosion.
A Professional Kitchen Knife Set
Emojoy 15-Piece Kitchen Knife Set ($59, originally $86)
This ergonomically designed knife set in ravishing red is beautiful, sturdy, and practical thanks to its high-carbon stainless steel blades. Its ergonomic design makes it comfortable to grip and handle for long periods of food prep. You'll want to wash this set by hand to maintain the blades.
A Glass Block Knife Set
Mercer Culinary M20000 Genesis 6-Piece Forged Knife Block Set> ($160)
An art installation for your kitchen, this six-piece set comes in a sleek glass block so you can easily identify the perfect knife for any chopping job. Crafted from high-carbon German steel, these knives should be hand washed.
A Walnut Block Knife Set
Cangshan N1 Series 61017 6-Piece German Steel Forged Knife Block Set ($221)
This knife set yields a natural aesthetic with clean lines without compromising on the quality of the knives. This set comes with a lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects, so it's built to last.
A Cheese Knife Set
Belmont Gold Plated Knife Set by Viski ($55)
Take any gathering to the next level with this gilded and gorgeous cheese knives set. The set comes with a fork-tipped spear knife for crumbly cheese, a small cleaver for harder cheese, and a soft cheese spreader.
A Steak Knife Set
Viking Pakka Wood Steak Knife Set With Rubberwood Box ($100, originally $120)
This steak knife set is a great choice for anyone lacking loads of counter space. Store this in a cabinet and bring it out for entertaining. The knives rival the sort of cutlery you'd find at a high-end steakhouse, so it's the perfect gift for someone who loves cooking steak at home.
An Affordable Knife Set
EatNeat 12-Piece Black Sharp Knife Set ($19, originally $25)
This knife set is super affordable and comes with a graphic-chic black-and-white cutting board to boot. With over 15,000 reviews, it boasts an impressive 4.7 rating. If you lack drawer space, try displaying this set on a magnetic wall strip for easy access.
