9 Best Knife Sharpeners That Are Totally Game-Changing

You'll be surprised how much variation—both in cost, and in design—you'll find with knife sharpeners, but our top pick combines the best of everything. For starters, it's electric, making it incredibly easy and effort-free. The two-stage system also ensures you get your blade as sharp as possible without effort.

The KitchenIQ Edge Grip lets you sharpen on the edge of the table or counter top for easy use, and prevents the tip of larger knives from dragging over the surface of the counter.

If you prefer to sharpen your knives yourself (and maybe get one at a cheaper price than an electric model), you can't go wrong with this Priority Chef knife sharpener. It features a two-stage sharpening system (one to sharpen, one to polish), and it's easy to use.

Manual sharpening can be a pain, but thanks to the ergonomic design and non-slip base, this sharpening stone set is actually comfortable to use. (Many culinary professionals also claim that this is the ideal method to keep their knives as sharp as possible!)

Don't underestimate the need for a good knife sharpener when you're camping—the need can arise, so having a portable option that's easy to pack and take with you is key. This one ticks all the boxes—it's easy to carry, budget-friendly, and with just three swipes, it'll turn your dull knives sharp again. A no-slip base and suction pad provide stability, so it's safer to use.

Want to really treat yourself? You need this Chef'sChoice knife sharpener. This three-stage system features 100-percent diamond abrasives to sharpen and hone the knife edge, and a flexible abrasive system to polish and help prolong the life of serrated knives. Another cool feature is that this system can convert your knife edges into high performance Trizor XV edges, which helps prolong the life of your knives by creating a 15 degree triple-bevel arch-shaped edge that resists dulling.

This electric pick from Presto takes a lot of the work out of sharpening your knives. It also features a three-stage system for sharpening and polishing, so you'll have a razor-sharp blade with literally zero effort.

A major upgrade from the usual sharpening rod that typically comes with many knife sets, this three-layered diamond sharpener is an excellent alternative that will hone your blade without taking too much off of it as you sharpen.

You don't have to spend a lot to get a quality knife sharpener—in fact, this one comes in at under $5, and it's got over 5,000 5-star reviews! Use the fine slot for polishing your knife (or for quick touch-ups), and the coarse for dull and damaged knives.