Utility knife

The Screwpop package comes with a replacement blade. That’s a huge plus for those who don’t like honing their knives. And for us who do, this knife is going to last ages.

Add to that…

It’s already durable, to begin with. The blades can cut through cardboard, open letters, carve wood, and other things. And it proved to have great edge retention.

It’s simple and small, which makes it great for the outdoors. Compact knives just make campers and backpackers crazy – especially if it doesn’t compromise the blade integrity. This retractable utility knife is one of those.

And if you’re not using it, you can store it where it can be very accessible – like the door of your fridge. That’s right! Because this knife is magnetic, it’s easier for you to find it in the kitchen when you need it.

Although…

It might be bothersome for others that it’s too small. After all, utility knives should be able to perform many tasks. Longer blades are generally more useful.

And the handle is too flat, so its grip might be a little loose.

But all those are minor inconveniences.

You’ll still find this affordable knife very handy, which is why it’s our Editor’s Choice. It doesn’t easily break and lose its sharpness, and it’s so easy to slide and lock you’d need only one hand to use it.

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As we mentioned earlier – the world has changed. And so did these utility knife blades. This Outdoor Edge product is more than just a cutting tool.

Let me elaborate.

This pocket utility knife has a flat head screwdriver edge, as well as a Phillips one. There’s a bottle opener, a serrated side, and of course, a cutting edge.

Whether indoors or outdoors, this is one of the best utility retractable knives you’ll find.

To add to its compact design, it also features a pocket clip.

And the handle has that textured surface that keeps the knife from slipping off your hand. So, you have a handy and versatile tool with a convenient grip. 

All these features…

For a very affordable price! That’s why it’s our Best Value awardee.

Don’t expect it to be as sturdy as the other knives on this list, though. And you’d want to be more careful where you use the blade. Its tip tends to go blunt. 

But you have the option to swap blades when that happens. Considering its price, you wouldn’t mind that.

Overall, we got more than what we paid for with this item.

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It’s not the most expensive knife on the market, but it’s perched at the higher end of the price range, which means we expected a more durable blade – plus more additional features.

It does have a belt clip. And the razor blade is sharp – that’s a good thing. But the edge goes blunt after only a few uses. You’d want better service than that from utility blades.

But in compensation…

The Husky package comes with ten extra blades. You can hone yours as much as you like and replace it only when it can’t go any further. Keep at it, and you’ll see that this knife will last you ages.

So, we didn’t mind the price, especially since its handle is very durable and easy to grip.

The aluminum handle has a textured surface. It’s something that we really love about this knife.

But our favorite thing about it…

Is the safety lock. It’s the feature that made this knife our Top Pick!

At first, we thought it was inconvenient because it’s a little hard to press. But once we got the hang of it, replacing the blade became a walk in the park.

And because the lock doesn’t go down easily, it secures the blade like prison bars. So, you won’t have to worry about your fingers!

Plus…

The blade doesn’t wobble when you use it. It works just like those fixed blade knives.

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The fact that there are two of them makes this a very affordable knife. And it has ten extra removable blades too.

But what really impressed us…

Is the handle of this Rexbeti product. It’s made of durable rubber with enough friction to remain inside your hand as you use it. 

The material itself will give you a strong grip that won’t give your palms any blisters.

And the extra blade storage just sold us out! An accessible replacement blade adds to the convenience and ergonomics of this product.

Although…

The ten spare blades are necessary because they don’t stay sharp for long. None of us snapped a blade as we used it, but if you’re not careful, you just might.

But it’s still very functional. And considering the comfortable grip – also given that the handle isn’t too flat – this knife gave us more than expected.

Who doesn’t love the portability that folding knives offer? And of all the folding utility knives we’ve seen on the market, we found Workpro to be the most convenient.

It’s not just because of its barely 6 ounces of weight – though that’s an impressive feature considering the extra blade storage in the handle.

What else?

We were pretty impressed by how this knife’s extra razor blades are very durable and sharp. And they don’t easily go blunt, which means that these blades will be with us for a very long time.

And of course, the sharpness makes this knife a very useful tool for many tasks.

The only problem…

Is that ABS is not the most durable material for the handle. It doesn’t go well with the impressive blades.

Or maybe we just expected too much because it costs more than the others that we tried.

Still, we highly recommend this compact and lightweight knife for your outdoor adventures.

Just one look at this box cutter made us want to buy it. Unlike all the other posh utility knives, this one looks more friendly and cool. At least for some of us.

And it didn’t disappoint!

The grip was designed for comfort and convenience. Add to that the blade storage that’s hidden so safely, you’ll forget it was there, which is fine because it’s safe and secure. 

And it’s surprisingly durable.

So is the removable razor blade. The edge remained sharp even after we tried it on cardboard, carpet material, and even softwood. And you won’t have to worry about bluntness because four other razor blades are waiting inside the handle.

But the main reason that we love this cutter…

Is because of how functional the blade length adjustment is. We’ve seen other retractable utility knives with 4-step adjustments. But this one, you can set to only an eighth of an inch.

That’s the best we could find in terms of precision. So if you have a wood sculpting hobby or any other similar craft, you’ll find this product useful.

Only…

It’s a little expensive compared to other products. And we hoped that it would have more features, or it would be more compact. But it’s a little heavy.

And the quality is just as good as other retractable knives.

But this is highly recommendable, especially if you’re keen on precision.

Beyond is a relatively affordable utility knife package because it has two sets inside. And each handle holds three blades – a plus for us.

Also…

The handle has that blade storage that makes the replacements accessible and safe to carry. But the handle itself is not so durable.

The grip is fine – it has textured surfaces that add to the friction. 

But you need to be careful in using it because plastic is generally not a very sturdy material.

And another thing…

The safety lock is easily pressed, which slides the blade down automatically.

For razor-sharp blades such as these, you need to be more careful than that. So when you use this knife, just be more alert.

Speaking of the razor-sharp blade…

We have no complaints! It’s sharp, sturdy, and retains sharpness well. That’s a huge point for this affordable brand.

The best utility knives come in sets. We all love that. But the Kata Tools package comes in a set of two different types of knives. 

For the price of one, you’ll get a folding knife and a retractable one. We were quite amazed by that. 

But what’s more impressive…

Is the number of utility blades you get for a very affordable cost. There’s a total of eight blades in the package – all of them are sturdy and sharp.

They can cut smoothly, and it’s also easy to remove and replace them. Not that you need to do it all the time. The steel used for these blades is excellent.

But in terms of safety…

We’re quite divided. There’s a different verdict for each knife.

The folding knife has a secure frame. The lock doesn’t get opened as easily as the retractable’s lock gets pressed down.

And the handles are too light. They’re plastic, making them less sturdy than the stainless steel body of other utility knife brands. But compared to others of the same material, this knife’s handle is alright.

Anyway…

It comes with extra features like the others – especially the built-in blade storage. For a cheap knife set, we highly recommend this one.

At first glance, you’d think that this knife is expensive. And you’d be right! It’s one of the most expensive ones we’ve found on the market.

Naturally…

We expected more unique features. Or even just at least one replacement blade. But there’s none.

It’s a simple foldable, lightweight pocket knife. But the durability and overall quality are exceptional.

We’ve seen these qualities before, even with cheaper knives. But we didn’t regret buying this knife. One of us even considers this their favorite just for its durability. And also, the edge retention makes sure that you won’t need an extra blade.

Plus…

It folds safe and snug. It has a slip joint mechanism, and it gave us a few nervous moments. But as it turned out, it doesn’t need additional locking mechanisms. Although, it wouldn’t hurt to have one.

If you don’t mind the price, this is an excellent knife. It cuts through any material like it’s mere paper. And the belt or pocket clip is a welcome feature.

Here, we have two retractable knives from XW in one package. It comes with two additional blades for each knife. And it has blade storage built in the handle.

Plus, it’s a very affordable knife. We’d even say it’s cheap.

But…

The overall durability of this brand isn’t the best. You’ll find yourself needing the extra utility blades.

Still, it’s a great product, considering the price.

The replacement mechanism is easy enough. And it’s safe too. There’s no wobbling even while you use it. For cutting cardboard, thin carpets, and similar materials, these knives are good enough.

We can even say it’s the best utility knife at this certain price point.