Best knife sharpeners June 2026
Keeping your kitchen knives sharp is essential for both safety and performance. This guide will help you compare the best knife sharpeners, from simple manual models to advanced electric systems. We'll break down the pros, cons, and features of each to help you find the perfect one for your blades.
Last updated: 23 June 2026
Knife Sharpeners: Top 5
1
MinoSharp Plus 3 MC-550/SH-550
from £38.964 stores
from £38.96
4 stores
2
Work Sharp Precision Adjust 09DX164
from £56.493 stores
from £56.49
3 stores
3
Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite 09DX066
from £148.992 stores
from £148.99
2 stores
4
Work Sharp Ken Onion Edition Blade Grinding Attachment
from £83.992 stores
from £83.99
2 stores
5
Salter 728 BKXR Electric Knife Sharpener Two-Stage Sharpening Diamond Coating
from £32.993 stores
from £32.99
3 stores
The MinoSharp Plus 3 is a manual pull-through sharpener with three ceramic wheels for coarse, medium, and fine sharpening. It uses water as a lubricant and is particularly well-suited for the thin blades of Global knives, though it can be used for others. User feedback is mixed, with some praising its ease of use and others noting it can scratch blades.
Pros
Three sharpening stages (coarse, medium, fine)
Easy to use, no special skill needed
Uses water for sharpening (wet abrasive)
Effective on very dull knives
Cons
Can scratch the sides of thicker knife blades
May create a new, coarse edge profile
Not ideal for all knife types
The Work Sharp Precision Adjust is a manual sharpening system designed for users who want complete control over the sharpening angle. It includes multiple abrasive surfaces, allowing for a more customized and precise sharpening process than simpler pull-through models.
Pros
Features multiple abrasive surfaces
Designed for precision sharpening control
Cons
Requires more setup than pull-through models
The Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite is a complete, angle-guided sharpening system. As the 'Elite' version, it builds on the standard model by including additional abrasive stones and a leather strop, providing a full solution from repairing a damaged edge to polishing it to razor sharpness.
Pros
Comprehensive kit with more accessories
Allows for sharpening and stropping
Part of the popular Precision Adjust system
Cons
More complex for beginners
Higher cost than the standard kit
This is not a standalone sharpener, but an attachment for the Work Sharp Ken Onion Edition electric sharpener. It replaces the standard guide with a wider belt system, giving you more control for advanced tasks like reprofiling a blade or sharpening larger tools.
Pros
Expands the Ken Onion Edition sharpener
Allows for advanced blade grinding and profiling
Cons
Requires the base Work Sharp sharpener to work
Not a standalone product
The Salter 728 BKXR is a two-stage electric knife sharpener that offers a quick and easy way to maintain your blades. It uses diamond-coated abrasive wheels to create a new edge in the first stage and hones it in the second, providing a convenient solution for home kitchens.
Pros
Electric for effortless sharpening
Two-stage system for sharpening and honing
Uses durable diamond abrasives
Cons
Less angle control than manual systems
Can be aggressive and remove more metal
Compare specifications
| Type | Pull-through sharpener | — | Pull-through sharpener |
|---|---|---|---|
| Several different abrasive surfaces | Yes | Yes | — |
| Features | Wet abrasive | — | — |
| Abrasive surface | Ceramic, Stone | — | Diamond |
How we built the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular with our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert reviews. Specifically, we take into account how many users follow a product through price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in stores. No products are paid placements — the ranking is governed solely by data.
