Top 10 Knives · Week of October 15, 2026
Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8-Inch Chef's Knife
The chef's knife cooking schools hand out. Sharp, light, with a grippy handle, and it doesn't cost much. A safe first good knife.
Mercer Culinary Renaissance 8-Inch Chef's Knife
A forged German-steel chef's knife with a solid feel. Heavier than the Victorinox and still well priced.
HOSHANHO 8-Inch Japanese High-Carbon Chef's Knife
A sharp, budget Japanese-style chef's knife. Gets great reviews for the price; hand-wash and dry it so it doesn't rust.
Amazon Basics Classic 8-Inch Chef's Knife
A basic, solid chef's knife for very little money. A fine first knife or a spare.
HOSHANHO 7-Inch Santoku Knife
A shorter santoku-style knife for slicing vegetables. Some people find it easier to control than an 8-inch blade.
KEEMAKE 8-Inch Chef's Knife
An inexpensive 8-inch chef's knife with a comfortable handle. Sharp out of the box.
Victorinox Swiss Classic 8-Inch Chef's Knife
The same sharp Victorinox blade with a smoother, non-slip handle. A good knife for not much money.
PAUDIN 8-Inch Chef's Knife
A popular low-cost chef's knife with a wavy-pattern blade. Sharp and comfortable for everyday chopping.
KIWI 6.5-Inch Utility Knife
A thin, very cheap Thai-made utility knife that's surprisingly sharp. Cooks keep a few around for fruit and quick jobs.
Mercer Culinary Genesis 8-Inch Chef's Knife
A forged chef's knife with a rubbery grip that holds well even when your hands are wet.