17 best kitchen knives

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The kitchen knife is the most important cutting tool in any home. It is used to clean products, crush them, and create unique dishes. Depending on the tasks assigned to the knife, it must have certain characteristics. In some cases, a small and lightweight kitchen knife is chosen, but often a heavy product with a long blade is required. Therefore, a caring hostess or a professional cook has a rich arsenal of cutting and stabbing objects at hand. Today there are many modifications, which are grouped mainly by several types of products. But when choosing any of them, experts recommend sticking to the same scheme.

The main criteria for choosing a kitchen knife

1. Material. First of all, every user wants to get a sharp knife that retains this most important property for a long time. This is achieved not only by high-quality sharpening of the cutting edge and the correct angle, but also by the competent choice of steel and its processing. Many alloy steels, which contain metals such as chromium, vanadium, nickel, and molybdenum, have wear resistance. They can be hardened by heat treatment.

2. Hardness. Many users are seriously confused with the concept of hardness. It can be measured in many ways, but the most commonly used is Rockwell research. For a quality blade, the hardness range is 52 to 58 HRC. Exceeding this limit makes the steel hard but brittle.

3. Lever. Working with a kitchen knife is fraught with danger to humans. But it's one thing to just cut your finger, and much more dangerous when the hand slides off the handle towards the blade. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the anti-slip properties of the handle and the presence of stops are important.

Our review includes the best kitchen knives. When compiling the rating, such parameters as the purpose of the instrument, safety, price, expert opinion and user reviews were taken into account.

Rating of the best kitchen knives

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best inexpensive all-purpose kitchen knives	1	Mayer & Boch 26846	225 RUB
	2	Rondell Falkata RD-329	RUB 690
	3	SAMURA Harakiri SHR-0023	890 RUB
	4	TimA Classic CL 023	744 RUB
The best knives for cutting meat	1	OPINEL Parallele 120	RUB 1,790
	2	Fiskars 1014204	RUB 1,029
	3	BergHOFF Gourmet Line 1399607	RUB 2 450
	4	Rondell Flamberg RD-681	460 RUB
	5	Gipfel 6671	RUB 1,134
The best knives for tomatoes	1	Fissler 8803013	RUB 5,525
	2	BergHOFF Leo 3950045	RUB 590
	3	TESCOMA 880509	RUB 519
The best kitchen knives for bread	1	SAMURA Harakiri SHR-0057	1 218 rub.
	2	Tefal K0770414	564 r
Best fillet knives	1	BergHOFF Everslice 1302104	RUB 2,260
	2	Fiskars 1014200	RUB 1,029
	3	Gipfel 6906	RUB 1,467

Best inexpensive all-purpose kitchen knives

Any kitchen should have knives that can handle a wide variety of tasks. A universal tool for each user has its own parameters. The main thing is that it is convenient for them to peel potatoes, cut bread and sausage. Experts have selected several interesting models.

Mayer & Boch 26846

Rating: 4.8

The Chinese knife Mayer & Boch 26846 will become an indispensable assistant in the kitchen. It is sold at the most affordable price, although experts note the excellent quality of the tool. First of all, chefs distinguish the wedge-shaped section of the knife, due to which the cutting edge remains sharp for a long time. It is also convenient in maintenance, the surface of the blade is easy to clean, does not absorb food odors. The use of stainless steel has prevented the formation of rust deposits.

A kitchen knife with a blade length of 12.5 cm is suitable for cutting meat, fish and chicken, for peeling and chopping vegetables and fruits. The product also managed to win the rating due to its ergonomic handle, it fits comfortably in a hand of any size and does not slip when working.

Advantages

• low price;

• long-term preservation of sharpness;

• high quality stainless steel;

• universality of application.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Rondell Falkata RD-329

Rating: 4.8

The German knife Rondell Falkata RD-329 is almost in no way inferior to the winner of the rating. But due to the higher price, the experts gave the product only second place. The cutting tool is made for both hands, it has an anatomical shape of the handle and excellent balance. For the manufacture of the blade, the manufacturer used alloy stainless steel.

The chefs highly appreciated the double-sided sharpening of the blade, which allows them to successfully cope with cutting meat, chicken and fish, as well as quickly peel and cut vegetables and fruits. At the same time, smooth cutting and easy maintenance are noted. Its surface is easily cleaned of grease and food debris under running water or using household detergents. It will not be difficult for a zealous owner to sharpen the blade.

Advantages

• hygiene and easy care;

• perfectly smooth cutting;

• comfortable handle.

disadvantages

• not detected.

SAMURA Harakiri SHR-0023

Rating: 4.7

The Japanese knife SAMURA Harakiri SHR-0023 is among the top three. For a universal kitchen knife, the price is too high, which did not allow it to become a winner. The experts have no special complaints about the quality. The blade length (15 cm) is enough to handle most products. Perfectly sharpening the cutting edge allows you to solve a wide range of tasks in the kitchen. Still, the station wagon is not designed to handle large pieces of meat or to cut bones.

The combination of strength and ductility of the blade deserves high marks. A kitchen knife is not afraid of a large lateral load, the sharpness of the blade remains for a long time. In user reviews, along with the advantages, the high price of the product and the need for regular maintenance are noted.

Advantages

• sharp blade;

• high quality steel;

• sharpens well.

disadvantages

• high price;

• the need for regular maintenance.

TimA Classic CL 023

Rating: 4.6

Domestic company “TimA” is a worthy competitor to well-known foreign manufacturers. The Classic CL 023 kitchen knife is a versatile cutting tool that will become a hostess assistant. Experts note the alloyed molybdenum-vanadium steel, which has a high hardness (55 HRC). The addition of molybdenum gives the blade rigidity, and vanadium protects the steel from corrosion. With a working section length of 15.2 cm, the knife copes well with many products.

The handle is very comfortable in the hand, which is made of laminated Pakka plastic. It contains valuable wood and phenolic resin. Therefore, the knife does not slip in the hand.

Advantages

• hard blade;

• resistance to corrosion;

• comfortable handle.

disadvantages

• high price;

• fragility of the blade.

The best kitchen knives for cutting meat

Raw meat is one of the most difficult foods to cut. A kitchen knife requires exceptional sharpness, strength, and abrasion resistance. These tools usually have a wide blade and a rough handle. The following models have received attention.

OPINEL Parallele 120

Rating: 4.9

The winner of the rating among kitchen knives for cutting meat was the OPINEL Parallele 120 model. This French tool was able to bypass many renowned competitors due to the optimal combination of price and quality. The sharp blade is made from Sandvik's special grade Stainless Steel. Experts appreciate the hardness of the blade, which is in the range of 56-58 HRC. With a blade thickness of 2 mm and a cutting length of 16 cm, the knife is ideal for cutting pork or beef.

When working with meat, the handle becomes an important part of the knife. The use of beech and a special polymer (polyoxymethylene) makes the handle not only comfortable, but also resistant to high temperatures. The knife weighs 95 g, so the hand will not get tired even after prolonged work.

Advantages

• acceptable price;

• optimal sizes;

• sharp cutting edge;

• safe and comfortable grip.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Fiskars 1014204

Rating: 4.8

The Chinese kitchen knife Fiskars 1014204 received good reviews from users. It can be used for different jobs, but chefs advise using it as a tool for cutting meat. The sharp and long (20 cm) blade allows you to cope with both tender pork or veal and tough beef. For the manufacture of the blade, the manufacturer used stainless steel. In terms of hardness, the blade loses somewhat to the winner (53 HRC), and the product weighs less (85 g).

The handle of the knife is made of plastic, which does not slip in the hand smeared with oil or grease. It is very easy to care for the instrument; the manufacturer allows it to be washed in the dishwasher.

Advantages

• long blade;

• attractive price;

• ergonomic handle;

• easy care.

disadvantages

• too light.

BergHOFF Gourmet Line 1399607

Rating: 4.7

The Belgian manufacturer is renowned for its cutting tools. Kitchen knife for cutting BergHOFF Gourmet Line 1399607 compares favorably with the competitors forged blade made of chrome-molybdenum-vanadium steel. The stainless steel is hardened using a special technology using ice. High hardness is combined with ductility, which makes the knife strong and durable. The sharpness of the cutting edge remains for a long time, allowing you to quickly cut any type of meat. With a blade length of 18 cm, it is possible to work with large pieces.

The kitchen knife is equipped with a comfortable handle, it fits comfortably in the hand, without slipping out when moistened. But users and experts alike note the poor handling of the handle, and the appearance of rust on the blade is also observed.

Advantages

• forged steel;

• innovative hardening;

• sharp blade.

disadvantages

• high price;

• instability to corrosion.

Rondell Flamberg RD-681

Rating: 4.7

The German-Chinese kitchen knife Rondell Flamberg RD-681 fell slightly short of the top three. One of the main advantages of this meat cutting tool is its low price. It is more than half the price of its competitors. In general, experts characterize the blade as a solid product that is suitable for both amateur and professional chefs.

Of the advantages, users distinguish a sharp blade made of alloy stainless steel. With a hardness of 52-55 HRC and good sharpening, poultry, pork or beef can be butchered for a long time without additional processing. The knife does not slip in the hand thanks to the rubberized handle, although experts believe this material is not environmentally friendly. The manufacturer does not recommend washing the product in a dishwasher.

Advantages

• low price;

• sharp blade;

• comfortable handle.

disadvantages

• not environmentally friendly material of the handle;

• difficult care.

Gipfel 6671 1

Rating: 4.6

The kitchen knife Gipfel 6671 has a classic appearance. The product of a famous brand from Germany is made by the Chinese to glory. But in terms of a number of indicators and consumer reviews, the blade is inferior to the leaders of the rating. For some, the model loses in price, but somewhere the quality does not reach the ideal. In general, experts recommend a knife for cutting chicken, fish and meat at home. A sharp stainless steel blade will not let the hostess down. The length of the working part (20.3 cm) is enough for cutting large slices of meat.

The plastic handle spoils the quality blade a little. If fat gets on it, the knife can slip out of the hand, which can be dangerous when cutting bony pieces.

Advantages

• sharp blade;

• optimal length;

• affordable price.

disadvantages

• plastic handle;

• blades often break.

The best knives for tomatoes

The tomato knife has a long, chamfered blade. The cutting edge is wavy, which makes it possible to get even slices even when working with soft vegetables. Experts have identified several high-quality products.

Fissler 8803013

Rating: 4.8

Fissler 8803013 was recognized as the best knife for working with tomatoes. The model is made in Germany, so the quality is evident in every element. The high price of the tool is a little upsetting, but there is no alternative to the knife for graceful work. The sharp cutting edge and polished blade allow you to cut into thin slices even when using soft vegetables. The blade is strong and durable, and the sharpness remains in its original form for a long time.

The black handle becomes a harmonious continuation of the blade. It is made of special plastic with a rough surface that prevents slipping. The manufacturer managed to create a beautiful shape while maintaining all the best working qualities.

Advantages

• sharp polished blade;

• strength and durability;

• comfortable handle.

disadvantages

• high price.

BergHOFF Leo 3950045

Rating: 4.7

A good kitchen knife for tomatoes was created by Belgian engineers. The BergHOFF Leo 3950045 took the second line of our rating. The blade was liked by both users and experts. The unique serrated blade enables even soft tomatoes to be cut into thin slices. Moreover, even after prolonged use, when the cutting edge becomes dull, the knife continues to delight with an even cut. The blade is made of pressed steel with a non-stick coating. It also protects the blade from corrosion, but these benefits are lost when the polymer is abraded.

The plastic handle looks stylish and ergonomic. It is easy to clean, does not slip in your hand, but the service life is limited to a few months.

Advantages

• affordable price;

• unique cutting edge;

• non-stick coating;

• comfortable handle.

disadvantages

• fragility of the coating.

TESCOMA 880509

Rating: 4.7

Czech knife for tomatoes TESCOMA 880509 closed the top three. Experts consider its main trump cards to be low price and decent quality. The manufacturer guarantees the preservation of performance if used correctly for 5 years. The blade is made of high quality stainless steel. Thanks to the special technology of sharpening the cutting serrated edge, it was possible to achieve the maximum long-term efficient work. Blade length of 13 cm is enough for cleaning and cutting vegetables.

The black bakelite grip looks very stylish. It is attached to the blade with three rivets.

Advantages

• low price;

• 5 years warranty;

• comfortable handle.

disadvantages

• problematic cleaning of the knife in the area of ​​the handle.

Best Bread Knives

Everyone had to deal with fresh soft bread, when the kitchen knife does not cut, but crushes the product. Only special knives with a sharp toothed edge are able to quickly pass through the hard crust and cut the flesh evenly. Several models have received praise from the experts.

SAMURA Harakiri SHR-0057

Rating: 4.9

A distinctive feature of the kitchen knife SAMURA Harakiri SHR-0057 is a long blade (18.5 cm) with a uniform width. The serrated cutting edge allows you to cut fresh bread with little effort. The cloves quickly pass through the tough crust without crushing the pulp. The blade is made of quality AUS-8 steel, which has a hardened hardness of 58 HRC.

For the manufacture of the handle, the manufacturer used ABS plastic, thanks to which it was possible to maintain an affordable price for the knife. With a careful attitude, the plastic handle can serve for many years. 2 rivets are used to connect the plastic handle to the blade. The knife lies comfortably in the hand, it is bought not only for home use, but also for professional activities.

Advantages

• sharp serrated blade;

• comfortable handle;

• acceptable price;

• perfect cutting.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Tefal K0770414

Rating: 4.8

Affordable price and good quality of the Tefal K0770414 kitchen knife were the main factors for getting the model into our rating. The Chinese cutting tool has a working length of 20 cm. The blade is made of stainless steel, which provides the required level of durability and reliability. A blade with the same width has a serrated cutting edge. It perfectly passes the hard bread crust, while the owner does not have to exert much effort.

The handle is conveniently made of black plastic. It does not slip in the hand, it is not afraid of mechanical stress. The manufacturer allows washing the kitchen knife in the dishwasher, in this indicator it wins the leader. But the experts put the model in second place due to its high weight.

Advantages

• sharp serrated blade;

• easy care;

• low price.

disadvantages

• great weight.

Best fillet knives

To separate the bones and skin from the meat, narrow and long knives are used. The pointed nose allows for easy digging into muscle tissue, and the handlebar restraints make working safe. Here are the leaders among fillet knives.

BergHOFF Everslice 1302104

Rating: 4.9

In the BergHOFF Everslice 1302104 fillet knife, Belgian engineers have applied a number of unique technologies. This fact could not go unnoticed by our experts, who gave the first place in the rating to the instrument. The manufacturer used stainless steel with alloying additions X30Cr13 as the main material. Titanium pvd coating is applied to the steel surface. It not only makes the appearance exquisite, but also protects the metal from aggressive environments. Thanks to the narrow and long (23 cm) blade, the cut is neat and even.

For ease of use, the handle is made of soft polypropylene with nylon inserts. The presence of a side on the handle prevents the hand from sliding towards the blade, which makes the work as safe as possible.

Advantages

• durable and flexible blade;

• titanium coated steel;

• comfortable safe handle;

• spectacular appearance.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Fiskars 1014200

Rating: 4.8

The Finnish knife Fiskars 1014200 became a worthy competitor to the leader. It was quite a bit behind the winner in blade length (20 cm) and the use of conventional stainless steel. However, the sharp long blade also copes with its task of separating bone and skin from meat, the sharpness of the cutting edge remains for a long time due to the high hardness of 53 HRC steel. The knife is not only hard and durable, but moderately flexible and thin. Therefore, both ordinary consumers and professional chefs speak flatteringly about its qualities.

The handle is made of plastic with a soft soft grip that prevents the hand from slipping. The lower lip on the front of the handle makes cutting safe. The manufacturer allows the knife to be washed in a dishwasher.

Advantages

• low price;

• strength and flexibility of the blade;

• anti-slip handle.

disadvantages

• difficulty sharpening the blade.

Gipfel 6906

Rating: 4.7

The Gipfel 6906 fillet knife closes the top three. German quality is highly appreciated by both users and professional chefs. But there are certain points in him that do not allow him to rise higher in the ranking. The blade is made of high-quality stainless steel, experts do not have any questions about shape, hardness and sharpness. The handle is of some concern. For its manufacture, the manufacturer used steel, equipped with an anti-slip plastic insert. Although there is a protrusion in the lower part of the handle, if fat gets on the surface, the hand can slip towards the blade in a sharp collision with the bone.

The product has approximately the same technical properties with the model that took second place. But the higher price did not allow the German knife to bypass the competitor.

Advantages

• quality blade;

• good sharpening;

• spectacular design.

disadvantages

• steel handle.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.