Even the sharpest kitchen knives become blunt over time, do not cut, but crumple and crumble food. Timely sharpening of the blades helps to avoid this. We will consider the criteria for choosing the best knife sharpener, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of popular models, below.
Content:
- How to choose a reliable sharpener?
- Table: characteristics description
- Conclusion
- Our Rating

How to choose a reliable sharpener?
According to the nature of the configuration and design, sharpeners are divided into:
- Mechanical. Stationary devices that do not depend on electricity, with the ability to adjust the angle and nature of sharpening in manual mode. The most common mechanism for home use
- Electrical. Popular in catering and designed for frequent use. Sharpening takes place with the help of rotating discs
- whetstones. The simplest device that was used long before the production of specialized devices
Before buying a mechanical sharpener, they are determined with the abrasive used, which is:
- diamond
- ceramics
- Wolfram carbide
- natural mineral
- polishing paste

In addition to knives, you can also sharpen cutting parts with scissors.
The main stages of restoring the sharpness of a knife:
- direct sharpening (primary rough coarse-grained abrasive and finishing to create the necessary micro-scratches)
- regrinding (in order to transform the angle of inclination of the blade, for knives with chipped blades, breaks)
- fine-tuning (grinding and polishing the knife)
- editing (edge alignment, elimination of defects and “waves” on the blade)
Depending on the size of the grinding grain, the abrasive of the grinder is:
- coarse-grained (designed for regrinding, transformation of the sharpening angle)
- medium-grained and fine-grained (weighted choice for spiciness)
- especially fine-grained (for finishing and polishing)

Table: characteristics description
Model | Abrasive material / Purpose | Purpose | Sharpening angle | Price, rub.) |
---|---|---|---|---|
STAYER MASTER 47511 | ceramics / sharpening | sharpening | - | 80 |
Mallony KS-3 | ceramics, steel / sharpening | sharpening | - | 269 |
KitchenIQ 50044 | carbide, ceramic / polishing, sharpening | polishing, sharpening | 20 degrees | 650 |
GiPFEL 2919 | diamond-coated ceramic / sharpening | sharpening | - | 898 |
Rondell RD-982 | - / sharpening, fine-tuning | sharpening, finishing | 14 to 24 degrees | 1112 |
GiPFEL 2902 BOND | diamond-coated ceramics / polishing, sharpening | polishing, sharpening | - | 1328 |
GiPFEL 2920 | carbide, diamond-coated ceramic / polishing, sharpening | polishing, sharpening | - | 1373 |
VICTORINOX 7.8715 | carbide / sharpening, finishing | sharpening, finishing | 20 degrees | 1582 |
Joseph Joseph Rota 10048 | ceramics / sharpening | sharpening | - | 2090 |
VICTORINOX 7.8721 | ceramics / polishing, sharpening | polishing, sharpening | - | 2385 |
Samura KSS-3000/Y | carbide, artificial stone / sharpening, straightening | sharpening, editing | - | 3540 |
Arcos Afiladores 6101 | stainless steel / finishing, polishing | finishing, polishing | 20 degrees | 15194 |
№12 STAYER MASTER 47511

STAYER MASTER 47511
The simplest model of a mechanical sharpener with a plastic impact-resistant case, corrugated on the sides. The abrasive used for work is ceramics. The compact device is irreplaceable in field conditions, trips, travels. The device weighs only 20 g, has dimensions of 13x7x1.5 cm.
- cheap
- sharpens quickly and easily
- low quality materials
- no protective mechanism for hands
- no carbide inserts
- short-lived device
#11 Mallony KS-3

Mallony KS-3
Tabletop unit designed for sharpening, ceramic and steel are used as an abrasive (2 working zones). Metal rods are used for sharpening, and ceramic elements are used for finishing the blade of the cutting part.
The device has an ergonomic shape, weighs only 80 g, and is suitable for restoring both kitchen and tourist knives. Fixture parameters - 100x50x48 mm. The case is made of a combination of plastic, metal and ceramics.
- optimal sharpening angle
- quick result
- safe sharpener
- compact dimensions
- bright design
- only 6 months warranty
- insufficient final sharpness of the blades
№10 KitchenIQ 50044

KitchenIQ 50044
The KitchenIQ 50044 gives you the option to choose the grit size in 2 steps from coarse to extra fine for polishing and sharpening. Using a sharpener, you can give the blade an angle of 20 degrees, while the anti-slip base helps in the work.
Abrasives look like criss-cross bars, quickly sharpen the cutting edge. The bottom has a V-shape, which allows not only to securely place the fixture on the countertop, but also to securely fix it in the corner.
Scissors cannot be sharpened with such an apparatus, but the serrated blades of kitchen tools for bread will get their former sharpness. Used with European, American, hunting and folding knives.
- combined abrasive of carbide and ceramic
- speed and ease of use
- ease of care
- not suitable for Asian knives with one-sided and two-sided sharpening
№9 GiPFEL 2919

GiPFEL 2919
The compact blade sharpener is only 10.5 cm long, 6.5 cm wide and 4 cm high. Ceramic and diamond are used as an abrasive. Moreover, work with scissors and serrated blades is not provided. The case is made of plastic with the addition of stainless steel.
- ease of use
- small size
- stylish design
- there are no stages of straightening and polishing, finishing and preliminary sharpening
- not recommended for ceramic, outdoor and folding knives
№8 Rondell RD-982

Device Rondell RD-982 with the ability to adjust the angle of sharpening
A device designed for sharpening and finishing a knife, with the ability to change the blade angle from 14 to 24 degrees (there is a special switch in the upper part of the body). Using the Rondell RD-982 model, it is possible to work in two modes: coarse and fine.
The initial processing is carried out on carbide, and the finishing of the blades is done on ceramics.. Suitable for metal, ceramic knives, scissors, for safe operation, an anti-slip base is provided.
The body and handle are made of ABS plastic with an external SoftTouch coating. The basis of adaptation is protected from sliding.
- universal application
- the ability to change the angle of sharpening
- stylish design in combination of black and red colors
- Comfortable plastic handle covered with thermo rubber
- the presence of a special groove for sharpening scissors
- will return sharpness to both hunting knives and kitchen knives
- serrated blades cannot be sharpened
- weight almost 300 g
- cannot be washed in the dishwasher
№7 GiPFEL 2902 BOND

GiPFEL 2902 BOND fixture with plastic body
The sharpener's diamond-coated abrasive allows you to sharpen and polish the blades of kitchen and other types of knives. Rough processing takes place with the help of tungsten carbide discs, polishing - on white ceramic plates that remove all defects and irregularities.
A fairly long device (17.5 cm) fits comfortably in the hand, the case is made of matte black plastic and steel components. Fixture parameters - 17.5 × 5.5 × 6 cm.
- environmentally friendly materials are used
- Can be washed in the dishwasher
- suitable for all types of knives
- weighs only 150 g
- plastic case
- can not be washed in the dishwasher, only by hand
№6 GiPFEL 2920

GiPFEL 2920 with three grooves and three types of abrasives
A rather weighty (217 g) unit is designed for sharpening and polishing straight knife blades. Three types of abrasive - ceramic, diamond and tungsten carbide - allow you to quickly and easily achieve the sharpness of the metal of any blade.
Model GiPFEL 2920 is one of the most compact in the line (length 14 cm), it will fit even in small kitchen cabinets. The case has an ergonomic shape, fits comfortably in the hand without slipping.
- compact, sleek design
- folding design
- can be stored anywhere
- combination housing made of plastic, stainless steel and silicone
- jagged knives and scissors cannot be sharpened
№5 VICTORINOX 7.8715

The ergonomic shape of the VICTORINOX 7.8715 handle is comfortable to use
The compact model weighing only 72 g has dimensions of 13.5x8.7x2.4 cm. Carbide is used as an abrasive material, the device is suitable for sharpening serrated blades, but will not restore the sharpness of scissors.
It has the shape of a handle, which is convenient to use. The mechanism has the form of V-shaped plates, which can be rotated during operation of the device, achieving the desired sharpness of turning.
- safe device
- sharpens after 4-5 strokes on the abrasive
- convenient to use
- plastic handle protects fingers during operation
- cannot be washed in the dishwasher
- not suitable for tourist and hunting blades
№4 Joseph Joseph Rota 10048

Compact sharpener Joseph Joseph Rota 10048 with rotating cap
A sharpener made of a combination of materials: stainless steel, plastic and ceramic as an abrasive. The device is compact (parameters 19.5x3.4.5 cm) and miniature (150 g), it fits comfortably in the hand during operation.
A characteristic feature is a rotating lid, which, when open, acts as a handle and a lever for pressing against the tabletop, and when closed, it saves space in the kitchen cabinet.
The design has 2 slots: for coarse-grained and fine-grained abrasive, which is a ceramic coating. Manual cleaning with a damp cloth is recommended.
- non-slip base
- ease of use and maintenance
- Suitable for all types of stainless steel blades
- compact, mobile device
- not suitable for ceramic and serrated blades
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№3 VICTORINOX 7.8721

Stylish design VICTORINOX 7.8721
Designed for sharpening and polishing, the device uses ceramic rollers as a working abrasive. After processing, the blades cut a sheet of paper by weight. It has a crescent shape and a length of 20 cm, a width of 5.4 cm, a height of 6.5 cm - it comfortably rests on the surface during operation.
Suitable only for sharpening straight blades - serrated knives and scissors of this model cannot be used. The case is made of plastic, a two-level sharpening mechanism is implemented.
- suitable for all types of knives
- quickly sharpens the cutting edge
- durable plastic body and handle
№2 Samura KSS-3000/Y

Samura KSS-3000/Y
A household appliance with three functions: initial rough processing, finishing work (there are 2 grooves for these purposes) and editing (whetstone). Allows you to easily maintain the desired angle of sharpening the blade of the cutting edge.
On the basis of the device there is a vacuum suction cup, which securely fixes the device on the surface of the kitchen worktop. The case and scabbard are made of ABS plastic, the handle is made of plastic. The sharpener weighs 135 g, parameters - 13x7x9 cm - will fit in any kitchen space.
- multifunctional apparatus
- suitable for sharpening scissors
- high quality materials used
- compact size
- high price
№1 Arcos Afiladores 6101

Professional fixture Arcos Afiladores 6101
Premium, one of the most expensive sharpener models on the market, made of stainless steel, allows the blades to go through the finishing and polishing stages. After processing, the sharpness returns to chef's and fillet knives, santoku, machetes and axes.
The device weighs more than 1 kg, therefore it is used only as a stationary device. However, thanks to the rubberized feet, the sharpener does not slip on the surface.
- custom design
- quality materials
- 10 year manufacturer's warranty
- professional fixture
- fast, reliable processing
- no pre-sharpening stage
- high price
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Conclusion
Before buying a mechanical sharpener, determine how often and under what conditions which knives will be sharpened. For home use, compact devices with one type of abrasive are suitable, without the possibility of straightening serrated blades and scissors.
In semi-professional activities, it is preferable to use stationary models with several grooves, diamond-coated abrasive and a non-slip base. The quality and reliability of sharpening devices directly depends on the manufacturer and the cost of the device.

And I have been using the sititek knife cutter in the kitchen for several years and am very pleased with its work. So, ratings are a good thing, but in the variety of models and manufacturers it is difficult to choose worthy ones.