The Best Electric Knives for Home Chefs

The Cuisinart CEK-30 electric knife offers the ultimate carving experience. It’s well-suited for both left- and right-handed chefs, and it’s ergonomically designed. You’ll love the long cord that allows you to move about the kitchen, and you’ll appreciate the dishwasher-safe stainless steel blades. This knife received rave reviews from over 2,500 consumers, many of whom give it five stars for its cutting power and how comfortable it is to use.

For a quality electric knife at a value price, check out the Elite Cuisine EK-570B Maxi-Matic electric knife. This powerful knife comes with two serrated blades and an easy eject function. It’s also easy to clean, and at a price of around $15, it’s a good value, especially for first-time electric knife users. Into the arts? Reviewers love how well it cuts crafting foam as well as food.

It’s understandable why some shy away from electric knives over safety concerns. Luckily, the BLACK+DECKER 9-inch electric carving knife can put nervous users at ease. Sturdy, effective and easy to use, it boasts smart safety features such as a blade release and non-slip tabs. At the same time, its 9-inch blades make quick work of bread, meat and more. Clearly, it makes the cut (no pun intended) — over 1,500 consumers gave the knife five star reviews, with many noting that it cuts through chicken and other meats like butter.

The Hamilton Beach electric knife is an attractive appliance that works as well as it looks. This powerful knife comes with a carving fork and space-saving carrying case — a stylish kitchen accessory as well as a great gift for your favorite foodie. Over 1,600 buyers have given this knife five stars, with many raving about its excellent cutting power and sleek aesthetic.

If you’re looking for a way to save counter or drawer space, check out the Cuisinart CEK-40 electric knife. This set comes with two blades — one for meat and one for bread — with a cutting board that also serves as self-storage. It’s a handsome kitchen addition that keeps clutter at bay. Over 2,500 reviewers give it five stars, many of whom praise its sharp blades, ease-of-use, and easy-to-store stand.

When is an electric knife more than just a knife? When it’s the Cuisinart CSB-300 rechargeable hand blender with electric knife. This overachiever is two convenient tools in one, with a single base unit powering both attachments. Consumers adore this tool because it saves money and space and is rechargeable — there’s no clumsy cord to maneuver around.

No matter the catch of the day, the Rapala heavy-duty electric fillet knife can help you prepare a delicious seafood meal. This heavy-duty device is safe, easy to use and faster and more powerful than other leading electric knives, according to consumers. The blade on this knife is also dishwasher safe, and the handle is ergonomic.

You’re not always close to an electrical outlet while cooking outdoors. That’s when the Bubba cordless electric fillet knife comes in handy. With four blades, a rechargeable battery and a carrying case, this knife set is ready when you need it, no matter where you are. It’s easy to clean and easier to use. 83 percent of reviewers give this knife five stars, with more than a few touting the excellence of the four flexible blades. It’s “the best in the business,” according to one reviewer.

The American Angler PRO Electric Fillet Knife Sportsmen’s Kit is the ultimate knife set for serious anglers. With five blades, a carrying case, and a safety glove, this kit gives you the flexibility to handle fish of any size, from the easiest to the toughest. Consumers appreciate this knife set’s versatility and safety features.

Artists and crafters who work with foam know how difficult a clean cut can be. The GOCHANGE 3-in-1 Foam Cutter electric cutting machine makes cutting foam so much easier. This eight piece set allows you to cut smooth edges and shape the foam as you see fit. Two-thirds of buyers gave this electric knife set five stars, with many impressed by how quickly it heats up.