1. GALAXY LINE GL 2443

Characteristics

• purpose: sharpening
• grit size: fine, extra-fine, medium, coarse
• features: diamond plating
• wire: 1.45 m
• rubberized feet
• 2 slots

And I’ll start from the 6th place, which is occupied by GALAXY LINE GL 2443. The electric sharpener of small size – 23.6×18.5×9.1 cm. For easy storage, the sharpening block has a removable design. The model is designed for knives of any type – metal, or ceramic. There are 2 slots for sharpening blades – for processing the left and right sides.

Due to the precise angle of sharpening and equipping with a diamond coating, good quality of sharpening is ensured. Sharpening one knife takes about 1 minute. For ease of use, a long wire is provided – 1.45 m, and for safety during operation, the electric knife is equipped with rubberized legs that securely fix the device on the table and prevent slipping.

Advantage

• Compact.
• Simple use.
• Grinding wheels can be purchased for replacement.
• The sharpening quality is good.
• Long wire.

Disadvantage

• There is no power button on the case.

2. SITITEK Mistress 31M

Characteristics

• purpose: straightening and finishing, sharpening
• grain size: fine, coarse
• abrasive material: corundum
• two processing steps
• rubber suction cups
• 20.7×14.7×7.5 cm

The fifth place in the TOP is occupied by SITITEK Mistress 31M. The model is even more compact – 20.7×14.7×7.5 cm, made in an interesting design. Designed for any steel knives with a smooth blade. The knife sharpener provides for two stages of processing – rough sharpening and finishing. To do this, it is equipped with four slots. Separate slots are provided for the left and right sides of the knife. Rotating grinding discs made of high-strength corundum are installed inside.

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The slots on the left have discs with a coarser abrasive to restore a dull knife. If the blade only needs to be sharpened slightly, you can use only the second slots intended for final grinding. Depending on the condition of the blades, sharpening can take up to 2 minutes. For convenience, the on/off button is placed on the front panel of the case. At the bottom of the device, there are suction cups for reliable fixation on the surface during operation.

Advantage

• Two types of processing – editing and finishing.
• Durable grinding wheels.
• Good sharpening quality.
• The power button on the case.

Disadvantage

• Short wire.

3. Chef’s Choice CC220W

Characteristics

• purpose: straightening and finishing, sharpening
• grit size: fine, extra-fine, medium, coarse
• Usability: for serrated blades
• features: diamond coating, non-slip base
• CrissCross technology
• 9.8x19x8.2 cm
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In fourth place is Chef’s Choice CC220W. The white body is made of stainless steel. It has small dimensions – 9.8 x 19 x 8.2 cm. This is a Hybrid sharpener that combines electric and manual sharpening. Thanks to the patented CrissCross technology, a very sharp cutting edge with an aggressive micro-saw is ensured. Sharpening technology forms an arched cutting edge with two levels. This is a stronger, more durable edge than a concave or classic edge.

The model is designed for two stages of sharpening with diamond abrasives in both stages. The first stage involves electric sharpening and processing of the blade on both sides at an angle of 20 degrees. There are 2 slots for this – for the left and right sides of the knife. The third slot is designed for finishing and polishing the edge. Suitable for sharpening knives with smooth and serrated edges. The device is turned on by a button placed on the case. To ensure a stable position on the table during sharpening, stable legs are equipped on the bottom.

Advantage

• Compact.
• Good sharpening quality.
• Suitable for serrated knives.
• Quietly works. Doesn’t vibrate.
• Button activation.

Disadvantage

• Sharpening stones are not replaceable.

Price – 10,000 rubles . Compared to the previous model, the knife sharpener is suitable not only for knives with a straight blade but also for serrated (serrated, wavy) knives. It combines electric and manual sharpening for maximum sharpness. 92% of users recommend it for purchase.

4. Swiss Diamond ESSD-001

Characteristics

• purpose: straightening and finishing, sharpening
• grain size: fine, medium, coarse
• possibility of use: for ceramic knives
• features: diamond coating, non-slip base
• abrasive material: ceramic
• 10x20x11 cm

The top three are opened by Swiss Diamond ESSD-001. The electric sharpener with dimensions of 10x20x11 cm is made in an elegant black case with four slots with a sharpening angle of 20 degrees for sharpening the left and right sides of the blade. The first two slots are used for coarse sharpening (360 grit), and the other two are used for fine sharpening and grinding (600 grit).

Diamond-coated grinding discs provide fast, efficient sharpening and can handle all types of steel. The sharpener is suitable for all types of metal and ceramic blades. Turns on with a button on the case. An important design feature of the model is the presence of a compartment for collecting metal chips and dust. And the rubberized feet provide stability during operation.

Advantage

• Stands firmly on the table.
• Fast sharpening.
• 2 stages of sharpening.
• The blades are sharp.
• Tray for collecting metal dust.

Disadvantage

• When sharpening scratches the plastic near the slots.

5. Samura SEC-2000

Characteristics

• purpose: polishing and grinding, sharpening
• grain size: fine, medium
• possibility of use: for ceramic knives
• features: diamond coating, non-slip base
• grinding disc grit – 600, 1000 grit
• 7.5×14.5×8 cm

The second place in the ranking is occupied by Samura SEC-2000. This is a standard version electric knife with dimensions of 7.5×14.5×8 cm. With a replaceable block, the length is 22 cm. The model has a comfortable surface for holding immobile with a free hand. There are rubber feet on the base for secure fixation on the surface.

The knife sharpener is designed for sharpening both steel and ceramic knives. She has two paired slots for sharpening blades on both sides – right and left with an angle of inclination of 19 degrees. In this case, the processing takes place in two stages – coarse and fine sharpening and finishing. The discs are diamond-coated. Grit discs for sharpening – 600 grit, for grinding – 1000 grit.

Advantage

• Removable sharpening block. There is a spare for sale.
• 2 stages of sharpening.
• Quality discs.
• Good sharpening quality.
• Quiet work.

Disadvantage

• To achieve sharpness, you need to sharpen for a long time.

6. Zigmund & Shtain ZKS-911

Characteristics

• purpose: straightening and finishing, polishing and grinding, sharpening
• grit size: fine, extra-fine, medium, coarse
• possibility of use: for ceramic knives
• features: non-slip base
• abrasive material: corundum
• 14.6×38.4×9.2 cm

And the leader of my TOP was Zigmund & Shtain ZKS-911. The electric knife sharpener with dimensions of 14.6×38.4×9.2 cm is made in an attractive design in a combination of black and silver colors. Against the background of all other rating models, it stands out with a three-stage sharpening system. It is equipped with 6 slots for processing the right and left sides of the blade at each stage. Grinding discs are made of corundum. In the first stage, rough sharpening is performed, in the second – fine to ensure sharpness, at the third – finishing and polishing the edge to perfect condition. The angle of sharpening is regulated by built-in adjustable guides.

The lever for adjusting the guides is placed on the body, taking into account the type of knife. The choice is easy to make thanks to the printed hints. Also on the front panel, there is a button to turn the device on and off. The model is equipped with a powerful engine that provides a rotation speed of 2800 rpm. And the built-in fan serves to cool the engine, which prolongs its service life. The model is designed for sharpening steel and ceramic kitchen knives with any blade length, as well as knives like Santoku.

Advantage

• Quality manufacturing.
• Three levels of sharpening.
• Guide adjustment.
• The power button on the case.
• Long wire – 1.2 m.

Disadvantage

• Polishing discs are rough.
• Vibrates a little during operation.

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