The 10 Best Knife Sharpeners as of June 2026

How we ranked these knife sharpeners

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

Performance (35%) — how well each knife sharpener does its core job.
Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

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#	Knife Sharpeners	Score	Best for	Type	Approx. Price	Amazon links
1	King 1000/6000 Whetstone	9.0	Best overall	Whetstone	$35	View Price
2	Work Sharp Culinary E5	8.9	Best electric	Electric	$150	View Price
3	Chef'sChoice Trizor XV	8.8	Best premium electric	Electric	$150	View Price
4	Horl 2 Rolling Sharpener	8.7	Best for beginners	Rolling	$90	View Price
5	Spyderco Sharpmaker	8.6	Best rod system	Rod system	$60	View Price
6	Tojiro Whetstone Combo	8.6	Best starter stone	Whetstone	$45	View Price
7	Lansky Deluxe System	8.5	Best guided system	Guided rods	$40	View Price
8	AnySharp Pro	8.4	Best budget pull-through	Pull-through	$15	View Price
9	Zwilling Twin Sharp Duo	8.3	Best handheld	Pull-through	$20	View Price
10	KitchenIQ Edge Grip	8.2	Best cheap pull-through	Pull-through	$10	View Price

The full ranking

Best overall

King 1000/6000 Whetstone

9.0Our number one pick.

A combination 1000/6000-grit whetstone like the King is the route to a genuinely razor-sharp, polished edge and works on virtually any knife, the choice of enthusiasts. It has a learning curve and needs soaking, but the results are unbeatable.

Sharpness: 9.6Ease: 7.8Build: 9.0Value: 9.2

Pros

Sharpest possible edge
Works on any knife
Great value

Cons

Learning curve
Slower than electric

Check price on Amazon≈ $35

Best electric

Work Sharp Culinary E5

8.9A superb runner-up.

The Work Sharp E5 uses flexible abrasive belts and guides to put a sharp, consistent edge on knives in seconds with almost no skill required, brilliant for busy kitchens. It removes more metal than a stone, but for effortless results it is excellent.

Sharpness: 9.0Ease: 9.4Build: 8.8Value: 8.4

Pros

Fast and effortless
Consistent results
Guided angles

Cons

Removes more metal
Pricey

Check price on Amazon≈ $150

Best premium electric

Chef'sChoice Trizor XV

8.8Rounds out our top three.

The Trizor XV converts standard 20° edges to a sharper, durable 15° edge across three stages, delivering pro-quality sharpness with diamond abrasives. It is bulky and pricey, but the results and durability are excellent.

Sharpness: 9.2Ease: 9.0Build: 9.0Value: 8.2

Pros

Pro-quality edge
Durable 15° conversion
Diamond abrasives

Cons

Bulky
Pricey

Check price on Amazon≈ $150

Best for beginners

Horl 2 Rolling Sharpener

8.7A standout in the upper half.

The Horl 2 uses a magnetic angle support and a rolling diamond/ceramic disc to hold a perfect angle automatically, giving stone-quality results with none of the guesswork. It is pricey for what it is, but for repeatable results it is excellent.

Sharpness: 9.0Ease: 9.2Build: 9.0Value: 8.2

Pros

Foolproof angle control
Stone-quality results
Beautiful design

Cons

Pricey
Manual effort

Check price on Amazon≈ $90

Best rod system

Spyderco Sharpmaker

8.6A well-rounded mid-table pick.

The Sharpmaker uses ceramic rods in a fixed base to set reliable 30° or 40° edges and also sharpens serrations and tools, a versatile long-term favorite. It is slower for very dull knives, but the versatility and value are excellent.

Sharpness: 8.8Ease: 8.6Build: 8.8Value: 8.8

Pros

Versatile (serrations, tools)
Reliable preset angles
Durable

Cons

Slow on very dull edges
Fiddly to store

Check price on Amazon≈ $60

Best starter stone

Tojiro Whetstone Combo

8.6Great value in the middle of the pack.

Tojiro's combination stone is a quality, forgiving starter whetstone that cuts quickly and takes a good edge, a great way to learn freehand sharpening. It still needs practice, but as a first stone the value is excellent.

Sharpness: 9.2Ease: 7.8Build: 8.8Value: 9.0

Pros

Quality starter stone
Cuts quickly
Great value

Cons

Requires practice
Needs flattening over time

Check price on Amazon≈ $45

Best guided system

Lansky Deluxe System

8.5A dependable pick if the price is right.

The Lansky clamp-and-rod system locks the knife and guides the stone at fixed angles, giving precise, repeatable edges for those who want control without freehand skill. It is slow and fiddly to set up, but the precision and value are good.

Sharpness: 8.8Ease: 8.2Build: 8.4Value: 8.8

Pros

Precise fixed angles
Repeatable results
Good value

Cons

Slow setup
Fiddly clamp

Check price on Amazon≈ $40

Best budget pull-through

AnySharp Pro

8.4Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

The AnySharp Pro suctions to the countertop and sharpens with one hand using tungsten carbide, a safe, cheap way to revive dull knives fast. It is aggressive and not for fine edges, but for quick touch-ups and value it is excellent.

Sharpness: 8.2Ease: 9.2Build: 8.2Value: 9.2

Pros

Cheap and safe
One-handed use
Quick results

Cons

Aggressive on the edge
Not for fine knives

Check price on Amazon≈ $15

Best handheld

Zwilling Twin Sharp Duo

8.3A budget-friendly option worth a look.

Zwilling's handheld pull-through has coarse and fine ceramic stages for quick everyday touch-ups, a tidy, affordable option for keeping knives usable. It can't restore a badly dull edge, but for everyday use and value it is good.

Sharpness: 8.0Ease: 9.0Build: 8.2Value: 8.8

Pros

Coarse and fine stages
Quick and easy
Affordable

Cons

Won't restore very dull edges
Limited angle control

Check price on Amazon≈ $20

Best cheap pull-through

KitchenIQ Edge Grip

8.2Rounds out our top ten.

The Edge Grip is a tiny, dirt-cheap two-stage pull-through that grips the counter edge for safe, quick sharpening, a sensible drawer standby. It is basic and aggressive, but for the price it does the job.

Sharpness: 7.8Ease: 9.0Build: 8.0Value: 9.2

Pros

Very cheap
Compact
Safe edge grip

Cons

Basic results
Aggressive

Check price on Amazon≈ $10

Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the knife sharpeners in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the King 1000/6000 Whetstone, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Work Sharp Culinary E5 and Chef'sChoice Trizor XV are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best knife sharpeners without overthinking it, the King 1000/6000 Whetstone is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ $35

Our top picks at a glance

King 1000/6000 Whetstone

AnySharp Pro

Chef'sChoice Trizor XV

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How we ranked these knife sharpeners

At a glance: top 10 compared

The full ranking

King 1000/6000 Whetstone

Pros

Cons

Work Sharp Culinary E5

Pros

Cons

Chef'sChoice Trizor XV

Pros

Cons

Horl 2 Rolling Sharpener

Pros

Cons

Spyderco Sharpmaker

Pros

Cons

Tojiro Whetstone Combo

Pros

Cons

Lansky Deluxe System

Pros

Cons

AnySharp Pro

Pros

Cons

Zwilling Twin Sharp Duo

Pros

Cons

KitchenIQ Edge Grip

Pros

Cons

Frequently asked questions

The bottom line

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