Best Paring Knives

Unlike other paring knife kits, this Wüsthof package includes a universal chef knife and a paring knife.

Both knives come as full-tang models with polypropylene handles that are attached directly to their steel core on the sides.

Inside the package, you'll find the aforementioned 3.5-inch paring knife and a 6-inch chef knife with a wide blade. The upgraded design of the Wüsthof 1/1/8944 makes the blade 20% sharper compared to previous paring utensils produced by the company. The paring knife, on the other hand, deals with pretty much anything thanks to its high-quality steel cutting core that is razor-sharp out of the box.

The triple-riveted synthetic polypropylene makes the handles convenient to hold, while the ergonomic shape of the grip ensures that the tools won’t slip out of your hand as you cut the ingredients.

While the paring knife will easily peel, mince, or cut vegetables and fruits, the chef (or cook’s knife in this case) one will deal with ingredients that are generally harder to cut, such as beef or pork.

Wrapping things up, this paring knives set from Wüsthof will be a good pick if you are looking for a universal knife set that can deal with pretty much any cutting task. Sharp and exceptionally durable, it will come in handy in any kitchen.

The Try Me DM0757 classic paring knife model from Shun is sharp, has a simple design, and, most importantly, it gets the job done.

Made of high-quality Damascus steel, the knife’s blade is exceptionally durable and can be resharpened with relative ease. Although the model comes sharpened right out of the box, you may want to use a sharpening tool to achieve more precise cuts using it.

You'll have to hand wash the knife though, the manufacturers do not recommend throwing the tool in the dishwasher.

In addition to the high-quality blade, the VG-MAX cutting core of the knife ensures that the knife won’t get dull fast and that you will only need to sharpen it every couple of months.

Moving on, let’s talk specifications. The blade is 4-inch long, which should suffice most cooking tasks without sticking out too much. The handle of the knife is made of Pakkawood and is D-shaped, making it easy to hold and turn the blade when needed.

All in all, if you are searching for an extra-sharp knife for only a fraction of the price of a premium model, then Try Me from Shun will be an ideal pick for that role. Light and easy to wield in one hand, it makes cutting ingredients and mincing veggies an easy and almost pleasant task.

As far as budget-friendly kitchen utensils go, there are not a lot of products to choose from. Fortunately, the PAUDING N8 high-carbon steel knife designed for paring is one of the few products actually worth your attention.

First of all, peeling vegetables like potatoes, cucumbers, as well as fruits is quite easy using the N8, thanks to its well-thought-out design. However, the rather short length of the handle makes it harder to use for people with larger palms, so it is important to keep this little quirk in mind when you considering this knife.

When it comes to dimensions, the N8 has a 3.5-inch blade made of high-carbon stainless steel and a 3.4-inch decorated handle. Owing to this, the tool is fairly sturdy and is not affected by corrosion, which is a big plus for any kitchen utensil.

For your convenience, the knife comes in a standard magnetic storage sheath that easily fits standard kitchen drawers and will come in handy if you don’t have a knife stand.

In the end, the PAUDIN N8 will be a good addition to your kitchen tools collection if you are after a compact knife for dealing with day-to-day kitchen chores and casual cooking. The highly durable cutting core makes it great not only for mincing, peeling, and segmenting veggies but also for cutting meat and fish as well.

The Victorinox knife for paring is slightly smaller compared to other models here. The knife's design simplicity and extra-sharp cutting core make up for that though.

First things first, let’s talk about the capabilities of this compact kitchen utensil. The Victorinox is quite a sharp paring knife, which helps to deal with vegetables, fruits, and even meats with ease to match. On top of that, the 3.1-inch blade has a serrated edge that makes slicing through soft textures almost too easy. Thanks to this, this knife model is ideal for delicate jobs where accuracy is key. The only drawback is that you will need a special sharpener designed for serrated blades since a standard sharpening stone simply won’t do.

Having said that, this particular knife is also optionally available with a straight blade. On top of that, there’re plenty of handle colors to choose from.

Moving on, the Fibrox™ polypropylene handle makes the knife lightweight while remaining stiff and durable at the same time, which is quite impressive for a small paring model.

Finally, the Forschner Victorinox paring knife is simply the best option for you in the budget price range. Small yet immensely effective and easy to use, it proves that affordable products can be a good option for day-to-day use.

The Mercer Culinary M22003 Millennia knife may not look like something special at first glance. However, as soon as you take it in your hand and cut your first slice, you won’t be able to go back to dull ceramic paring tools.

To start off, the 3.5-inch blade of this tool is made of high-carbon, no-stain, Japanese steel and is extremely sharp, despite the modest price tag of the product. Due to its one-piece nature, the blade is especially easy to sharpen. You'll be able to sharpen the blade using any ordinary sharpening stone.

The handle, on the other hand, features a special finger guard as well as these slip-resistant textured points where you can (and should) place your fingers. Made of Santoprene and polypropylene, it can be washed with any conventional cleaning solution (but only by hand to avoid scratches). The ergonomic shape of the handle makes it easy to cut, mince, and peel the ingredients with the knife without getting tired.

All things considered, this Japanese Western-style knife from Mercer Culinary will be a great option for users who don’t have a proper paring knife. The lightweight and durable blade and the convenient handle put the product a few steps ahead of other two-piece knives.