Top-Notch Knives Start at Just $20 During Amazon's Spring Sale—Here Are the 8 to Buy ASAP

Of all my kitchen tools, I am the most appreciative of my knives. In fact, they are hardly kitchen tools — more like trusty kitchen companions that are always there for me in a pinch. That’s why I don’t mind investing in versatile and razor sharp knives that I know will last for years. The best time of the year (so far) to make sure your kitchen is stocked with the best knives is during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. Right now, you’ll be able to find steep discounts up to 60% off on brands we love, from Henckels to Shun, and many more. Keep scrolling to shop our picks for the eight best deals on knives to shop during the Big Spring Sale. 

Best Knife Deals at Amazon

• Henckels Classic 8-Inch Slicing Knife, $47 (originally $116)
• Cuisinart 12-Piece Color Collection Kitchen Knife Set, $22 (originally $65)
• Victorinox Swiss Army 6-Inch Chef’s Knife, $20 (originally $47)
• Zwilling Pro 10-Piece Knife Block Set, $650 (originally $1,072)
• Henckels 15-Piece Knife Set, $150 (originally $345)
• Wüsthof Classic 5-Inch Utility Knife, $69 (originally $115) 
• Imarku 8-Inch Chef’s Knife, $40 with coupon (originally $70)
• Shun Cutlery Blonde 8-Inch Chef's Knife, $170 (originally $213)
• Zwilling 3-Piece German Knife Set, $89 (originally $188)
  

Henckels Classic 8-inch Slicing Knife

If you’re looking for a knife that will make everyday cooking tasks less tedious, try this Henckels slicing knife. It’s 60% off right now, and Henckels is known for making knives from high-quality stainless steel that is razor-sharp right out of the box. Thanks to the lightweight feel, this knife helps even inexperienced chefs make quick work of chopping vegetables and mincing herbs. Henckels knives are well known for staying sharp even with frequent use, and with more than 3,900 five-star ratings on Amazon, shoppers seem to agree. One shopper wrote that this knife is so sharp, it made “chopping an onion so easy it felt effortless.”

Cuisinart 12-Piece Color Collection Kitchen Knife Set

This set of 12 Cuisinart knives is 65% off right now, and it comes with an 8-inch chef’s knife, an 8-inch slicing knife, an 8-inch bread knife, a 7-inch Santoku knife, a 6.5-inch utility knife, and a 3.5-inch paring knife. The ceramic coating on each knife helps food slide right off as you’re chopping, and each one comes with a blade guide for safe storage when you are not using them.And while the rainbow color scheme gives these knives a unique  personality, the color-coded system also helps prevent cross contamination, so that if you’re slicing meat with the purple chef’s knife, you know to tackle the vegetables with the red slicing knife.

Victorinox Swiss Army 6-Inch Chef’s Knife

This Victorinox chef’s knife is slightly shorter than most at 6 inches, but that makes it lighter and easier to maneuver — and it’s one of the most affordable options on our list at just $19 during the Big Spring Sale. Given the price point and its ease of use, Victorinox knives are a great option for those homecooks who are new to using a chef’s knife. And because it can be quickly rinsed clean in the sink, it doesn’t require much maintenance to maintain, either.

Zwilling Pro 10-Piece Knife Block Set

This 10-piece set of Zwilling knives made our list of the best knife sets of 2024. Made to withstand the rigors of restaurant cooking, this set might be more expensive than other brands, but thanks to the sturdy construction, we determined that knives will “remain intact and easy to clean for years.” Our testers were especially impressed with the razor-sharp paring and chef’s knives, which “slid through every ingredient,” we put in their path.

Henckels 15-Piece Knife Set

The combination of durable stainless steel blades and triple-riveted handles, which feel balanced and comfortable to hold long periods of meal prep time, makes these knives a reliable option for the frequent homecook. The set comes with a 3-inch paring knife, a 5-inch serrated utility knife, a 5-inch Santoku knife, a 7-inch Santoku knife, an 8-inch bread knife, an 8-inch chef's knife, six 4.5-inch steak knives, plus a pair of kitchen shears and a sharpening steel. With more than 12,200 perfect ratings on Amazon, these knives have earned their glowing reputation. One shopper wrote that “the blade glides through food and there's no fighting and forcing anything.”

Wüsthof Classic 5-Inch Utility Knife

The slight angle on this utility knife creates a rocking mention so that you can effortlessly create uniform slices of tomato and lemon. But it doesn’t stop there: It’s an essential for all kinds of kitchen prep work. The durable carbon steel blade is a hard worker, but the contoured handle is still comfortable to hold if you’re using it to chop up a big bowl of vegetables. Wüsthof knives are among the most durable out there — the razor-sharp blade is resistant to corrosion, and because this knife is  more compact than the typical chef’s knife, it might even feel more agile.

Imarku 8-Inch Chef’s Knife

One of the more affordable chef’s knives on our list, this Imarku knife stands out thanks to the stylish wooden handle. The blade is made from carbon and stainless steel for extra durability, which also makes it tough enough to handle a wide variety of cooking tasks, including slicing through thick cuts of meat or deboning a fish filet. It’s also an Amazon bestseller with more than 9,300 five-star ratings. One shopper wrote that the blade can “slice through a 3-pound pork shoulder roast like a hot knife through butter.”

Shun Cutlery Blonde 8-Inch Chef's Knife

This Shun 8-inch chef’s knife is one of our picks for the best chef’s knives of the year because it's durable, lightweight, and the blade is razor sharp. Constructed from an impressive 34 layers of stainless steel, the blade is both ​stain-proof and rust-proof. Thanks to the slight curve of the blade, it rocks as you chop which puts less strain on your hand as you’re using it. Some of our editors have been using this knife for years, and swear by it.

Zwilling 3-Piece German Knife Set

If you’re looking for a knife set that provides just the everyday essentials without taking up a ton of space in drawers or on your counter, consider this 4-piece Zwilling knife set. It comes with  8-inch chef’s knife, a 6-inch utility knife, and a 4-inch paring knife, each with ergonomic handles and  full tang blades, which means that the steel runs all the way into the handle.  This style of knife feels more balanced, is more durable, and is easier to use for home cooks at any level. And right now, you can grab all three for 53% off.