The Best Sharpening Stones (Review) in 2020

The Sharp Pebble Knife Sharpening Tool is considered the best sharpening stone for all the right reasons. For one, it has an elegant look that does not make it look odd in any space. It is a professional-grade device but is simple and easy to manipulate. It consists of a bamboo base, which holds the stone for sharpening. This sharpening stone is versatile and can sharpen a wide variety of tools, including steak knives, sushi knives, and even an ax. As a safety measure, the base is equipped with a non-slip feature to keep it in place while in use. It is considered a Waterstone because you will need just water to sharpen your tools, making it pocket-friendly. 

It is also user-friendly due to the parts being easy to assemble and clean. From the stay at home person to the professional chef, this tool will provide an unbeatable level of convenience when it comes to sharpening tools. To help you figure out how to use the tool, there are adequate guides included in the package to help.

Another excellent knife sharpening stone is the Smith’s TRI-6 Arkansas TRI-HONE Sharpening Stones System with its impressive features. There are two Arkansas stones on this sharpening device with different textures to help you with all your sharpening needs. They are fine and medium-textured, and so you can start with the coarse and finish with the fine side for soft results. There is also the coarse-textured synthetic stone that can be used for more vigorous sharpening. The base on which the stones are mounted is made of plastic and has rubber feet for stability. 

The base is also shaped in a triangle form, which allows for smooth rotation of the stones. On the side is the knob that is used for rotation. The tool comes with a sharpening angle guide to help you get the right angle at all times.

If you want a simple whetstone, then the Lansky Puck – Dual Grit Multi-Purpose Sharpener is perfect for you. It is a simple one-piece stone with carefully chiseled edges to provide you with the precision needed to sharpen your tools. It is a dual-grit tool, and so each side can be used for a different purpose. There is a coarse side for vigorous sharpening and a more delicate side that can be used for finishing. The rough side is 120 grit, while the fine side is 280 grit. 

This feature makes the device multipurpose and pocket-friendly. It comes in a small size, making it portable to be used anywhere and at any time and so is considered a pocket sharpening stone. You will not need much oil to use this tool, even though it will help.

The BearMoo Whetstone is another convenient honing stone that works great as a knife sharpener. It is one of those tools with a simple design but high functionality. It consists of stone for sharpening and a base for holding the stone. The stone is double-sided, with one coarse side with 3000 grit and a finer side with 8000 grit. The rough edge can be used for extreme sharpening, while the softer side is perfect for polishing and finishing. The tool is made from white corundum, which is heat, and corrosion-resistant and has very defined edges. The base of the device is constructed with silicone, which tends to stick to surfaces, thereby preventing slipping. 

You can easily remove the stone from the bottom and turn it on the side you want. Aside from ceramic knives and serrated blades, this machine does exceptional at sharpening all kinds of steel. It is no wonder a highly recommended device by both professionals and amateurs alike.

Another convenient sharpening stone to look out for is the KING KW65 1000/6000 Grit Combination Whetstone. It has an impressive design that provides maximum functionality with minimal effort. It consists of a stone and a base, which are easy to assemble and store. The stone measures eight inches tall and two and a half inches wide, with a one-inch thickness. It also features double-grit sides, to cater to your sharpening needs. It combines 1000 grit with 6000 grit to allow you sharpen tools just how you like it. One side is coarse for harsh sharpening while the other is finer for a smooth polished finish. 

The bottom is made of sturdy plastic, giving the device a lightweight feel. All the materials used to construct the tool are of high quality and safe to use. All you need is to soak the appliance in water before and keep it wet during use.

As a one-stop sharpening shop for all your home implements, this is a great six-piece water stone set that covers most sharpening bases. For your money you get two stones and four grits to sharpen and refine even the bluntest of edges. There is a versatile mix of fine, medium and coarse grits you can use on your domestic cutlery, home tools and non-serrated blades, to bring them back to sharp-edged life. From 400/1000 grit to the super-fine 3000/8000 polisher, each stone fits neatly into one of the supplied rubber bases to keep everything safe and secure as you sharpen. And when not in use, you can keep the whole set in one place, thanks to the smart bamboo holder. Add in handy access to KnifePlanet’s online ‘how to’ tutorials and you will soon be home-sharpening like a pro.

Made from natural corundum, the CWINDY whetstone is a quality knife sharpener that is suitable for all non-serrated home implements. Combining a grit combination of 3000 for fixing and sharpening and 8000 for that final precision polish, the CWINDY is a quality sharpener that knows its job.  It can be easily used on all your kitchen knives as well as DIY tools and will be a welcome addition to the home. This stone is self-sharpening so will remain in razor condition as you work. You also get a smaller fix stone as part of the set to keep the surface smooth and groove free. Add in a rubber base for no-slip safety and a lovely bamboo base for when you need to store it away and this is a great everyday sharpener to keep your kitchen implements on point.

Designed specifically for the chef or amateur home cook, this neat looking whetstone combo rom Culinary Obsession will become a staple in your kitchen kit. It is a very straightforward knife sharpener and is efficient at its kitchen knife sharpening job. You get a dual grit whetstone, with the bottom offering a rougher 1000 grit for the main blunt edge sharpening and the finer 6000 grit top for fine polishing and honing those sharpened blades. You also get an angle guide to pop onto the blade to keep the edge accurate. With a no slip rubber base to keep the stone secure as you sharpen, you also get an attractive bamboo base to store when not in use. Great for kitchen knives, this whetstone can also turn its hand to other domestic blades such as scissors and nail clippers.

As a straight-up dual grit stone with no extra frills, this whetstone from SE is a good accessory to have in the kitchen drawer, ready to be used. The stone block is a decent size, measuring 8 inches in length, and has the right width to get a good angle on your blade as you polish. Made from aluminum oxide, it might not last quite as long as some other more expensive grit stones in this review, but as a go-to everyday knife sharpener, this is a pretty good buy. The two-tone color defines the grit, with the coarser 120 grit side ideal for initial sharpening and the finer 240 side to be used for the finer polishing and honing. The block is also easy to clean after use; simply run under the faucet to rinse away any oil, dust or dirt.

The last but not least important sharpening stone is the DMT W6EFC Three 6-Inch Diamond Whetstone Models, which comes in a hardwood box. This is a diamond sharpening stone that makes a perfect gift for people who deal with steel. It is ideal for home use and commercial use as well, with a surface that can cater to different kinds of sharpening needs. One hardwood box contains three diamond stones with extra fine textures that are perfect for polishing all sorts of surfaces. Each stone is six inches long, allowing you to sharpen a variety of edges. They are also functional to sharpen dull edges, leaving razor-sharp surfaces. 

It works faster than regular sharpening stones and does not need oil to function. You can use only water to assist in sharpening your tools or better still without it. This tool will last for years due to its durable construction and monocrystalline surface. This tool can be used as a ceramic sharpening stone, giving it extra versatility.