Chop chop, home chefs.
A good knife can really make or break your cooking game, as a dull knife can yield a slower prep-time at best and sliced fingers at worst. Plus, with Thanksgiving feasts just around the corner, now is not the time for either of those outcomes and shoddy slices.
In time for the holiday season and beyond, we wanted to take a stab at finding the best knife sets on the market, all available to buy online right now to cut out the need to head to the store.
Plus, with a knife set, you can get all your shopping done at once, with many collections coming with smaller pairing knives, longer serrated knives, carving knives for your turkey and even a wooden block to store and display them.
We rounded up our selection by reviews, as well as paying attention to the following criteria:
- Selection of knives offered
- Material of knives
- Knife sets with blocks and type of knife block
- Price
Read on for the best knife blocks according to reviews, shoppable right now for Thanksgiving turkeys, Christmas hams, New Year’s Eve cheese platters and so much more.
1. Cuisinart 15 Piece Stainless-Steel Hollow Handle Block Set, $81, original price: $135
Rating: 4.7 stars out of 5, 3,900+ reviews
When shopping for knives or anything in the kitchen, Cuisinart is a name that comes up time and time again. We found this set to be a standout, with the below specs, an included block for storage and of course, glowing reviews.
- Selection of knives: 15 pieces total, including a carving knife, chef’s knife, paring knife, peeling knife, Santoku knife, six steak knives, a kitchen utility knife, a pair of kitchen sheers and a honing steel.
- Material of knives: High carbon stainless steel blades with metal handles.
- Other pros to note: Includes a limited lifetime warranty, free shipping.
“Well made set. Adds such an elegant look to my new countertop. Knives are the perfect weight and the ergonomic handles make usage very easy. The knife holder is exactly as advertised, is very sturdy, solid and sleek. This was a fantastic purchase,” reads a five-star review.
2. Henckels Statement 15-piece Knife Block Set, $130, original price: $379
Rating: 4.9 stars out of 5, 3,400+ reviews
If you’ve been hankering for a new knife set with all the features and a wooden knife block to boot, here is a great pick. The Henckels set can be found on Zwilling’s site and comes highly recommended with more than 3,000 reviews and counting.
- Selection of knives: 15 pieces total, including a 3-inch paring knife, 5-inch serrated utility knife, 5-inch hollow edge Santoku knife, 7-inch hollow edge Santoku knife, 8-inch chef’s knife, 8-inch bread knife, six 4.5-inch steak knives, a sharpening steel, kitchen shears and hardwood block.
- Material of knives: High-quality stainless steel blades with a matte black metal handle.
- Other pros to note: Dishwasher safe, ships within 1-2 days.
“This was a huge purchase for me and I wanted to invest in a set of fine cutlery. I did my research compared line by line to other fine companies,” said one reviewer. “I even went to a restaurant supply store to actually see feel the weight. Taking all into consideration my great choice was JA Henckels international.”
3. Ninja Foodi NeverDull Premium Knife System 12 Piece Knife Block Set with Built-in Sharpener, $244
Rating: 4.8 stars out of 5, 280+ reviews
Are you a ninja in the kitchen? If so, you need these sleek knives, stat. These stood out to us not only for their quality but for the streamlined metal knife block that will look stunning on any countertop.
- Selection of knives: 12-piece set, but options for a 9-piece, 14-piece or 17-piece set as well. The 12-piece set includes an 8-inch chef knife, six 4.5-inch steak knives, a 3.5-inch paring knife, 5-inch utility knife, 5-inch Santoku knife, a pair of kitchen shears and a knife block with NeverDull technology.
- Material of knives: German stainless steel knives with a black metal handle.
- Other pros to note: The block itself doubles as a knife sharpener, free returns and free delivery.
“I always splurge on a good knife set in hopes to find a great one. This is my best set yet! Very nice, came in very sharp. I love that the sharpening block is with the set, haven’t had to use it yet,” reads a recent review.
4. Chicago Cutlery Belden 15 Piece Premium Kitchen Knife Set with Cherry-Stain Block, $89, original price: $150
Rating: 4.7 stars out of 5, 7,400+ reviews
No need to travel to Chicago to get your hands on this set of premium knives. You only need to head to Amazon and quick, as they also happen to be on sale. The set we chose comes with a cherry-stain block, but do browse the other options for other colors and quantities.
- Selection of knives: 15 pieces total, including a 7-3/4-inch chef knife, 7-3/4-inch bread knife, 7-3/4-inch slicer, 5-1/2-inch utility knife, 3-3/4-inch peeler, a pair of kitchen shears, six 5-1/2-inch serrated steak knives, two 4-inch paring knives, and a rubberwood block.
- Material of knives: High-carbon stainless steel blades with a matte black handle.
- Other pros to note: Limited warranty, free returns and shipping.
“We needed a new set but didn’t know what was worth the money. Watching Robin Mead they reviewed this as a must have. The block isn’t huge and in the way. I love the fact there is a quality sharpener. The handles are comfortable and they cut easily,” reads a recent review.
5. The Pioneer Woman Cowboy Rustic Cutlery Set, 14-Piece, $134
Rating: 4.7 stars out of 5, 2,300+ reviews
Every pioneer, man or woman, needs a great set of knives for the kitchen. We do love these for the fun color, but even more so for the high ratings and the selection included in the block.
- Selection of knives: 14 pieces total, including a 8-inch chef’s knife, 8-inch bread knife, six 4.5-inch steak knives, a 5-inch utility knife, 3.5-inch paring knife, 6-inch Nakiri knife, 8-inch sharpening steel, kitchen scissors and a wooden block.
- Material of knives: Stainless steel hollow blades with a turquoise-colored metal handle.
- Other pros to note: Free shipping and returns via Amazon
“I bought knife set for my daughter. She absolutely loved them. Great quality for the money. I buy a lot of the ‘pioneer women’ products and haven’t been disappointed yet,” a reviewer wrote.
6. Farberware Stamped 15-Piece High-Carbon Stainless Steel Knife Block Set, $47
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars, 12,300+ reviews
This Faberware set is a great bang for your buck, coming in at under $50 for a full 15-piece set. The knives themselves are more lightweight, with an easy-to-use design for all levels of chefs.
- Selection of knives: 15 pieces total, including an 8-inch chef knife, 8-inch slicing knife, 5-inch Santoku knife, 5-1/2 inch serrated utility knife, 3-1/2 inch paring knife, six 4-1/2 inch steak knives, scissors, and black rubberwood block.
- Material of knives: High-carbon, stainless steel blade and a silver handle to match.
- Other pros to note: The block has built-in sharpening slots for always-sharp knives, lifetime limited warranty, free shipping and returns.
“The set is amazing! The knives are SO sharp and I love that they come with a sharpening tool. The knives are very lightweight, but the handle is sturdy enough to give you control while cutting everything from onions to steak,” reads a five-star review.
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