Astercook 14-Piece Knife Set with Block vs Ninja Foodi NeverDull 10-Piece Knife System

The Ninja K12010 is the better knife system for most shoppers. Its built-in stone sharpening wheel restores an edge in seconds, and the high-carbon stainless blades with triple-riveted handles are built to last. The Astercook gives you more pieces, including steak knives, and a pink finish, but its stamped stainless blades and simple slot sharpener are a step down in edge retention and build. Owners rate the Ninja higher, though on far fewer ratings.

• Choose the Astercook if you want a larger 14-piece set with steak knives and a distinctive pink block for a casual kitchen.
• Choose the Ninja if sharpness that lasts matters most and you want a built-in stone sharpener that keeps the main knives cutting.