Can’t make up your mind on which utility knife to buy? We totally get you.
With so many quality knives out there it can seem like an endless jungle to find out what is legit and what is not worth anything.
But Tech I Want has got you covered. Ladies and gentlemen, take your seats and fasten your seatbelts! The Tech I want airplane is ready to take off!
- Our Top Picks
- 1. Milwaukee FastBack
- 2. Gerber Gear 31-003745 Prybrid Utility
- 3. Screwpop Ron’s Utility Knife 3.0
- 4. Husky 21113
- 5. Slice 10495 Everyday Carry (EDC) Folding Knife
- 6. WORKPRO Quick-Change Utility Knife
- 7. Internet’s Best Premium Utility knife
- 8. Slice 10515 Mini Box Cutter
- 9. Fiskars 770010-1001 Pro
- 10. X-Acto No 1 Precision Knife
- Features to look for before buying a utility knife
- FAQ
Our Top Picks
1. Milwaukee FastBack
- ONE-HANDED OPENING: A button onboard the ergonomically designed handle allows you to flip the blade out with ease. When you’re finished with the blade, press and hold the button, swing the blade...
- ONBOARD WIRE STRIPPING: A hook in the back of the unit can strip up to 10 gauge wire. You don’t even need to have the knife flipped out to get important work finished
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Extra sharp | ❌ A bit pricey |
| ✔️ Easy and comfortable grip | |
| ✔️ Robust design |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Milwaukee
- Part Number: 48-22-1901
- Item Weight: 3.52 ounces
- Size: 1-pack
- Color: Red, black
- Material: Metal
- Warranty Description: Limited Lifetime
- Blade Length: 2 inches
First, on our list, we have the “FastBack.” It is on the top of our list because of its comfortable design and good material.
Fastback is a series of utility knives designed by Milwaukee Tool. These knives feature the “FastBack” mechanism that allows the blade to be extended and retracted with just one hand. This makes this knife one of the fastest on our list.
The knife is made of metal, which ensures that it won’t break in any construction sites.
Whether you want it for cutting a rope or for cutting tape, the Milwaukee fastback’s extreme sharpness can cut through anything. Oh, we ban it from our airplane!
2. Gerber Gear 31-003745 Prybrid Utility
- The Prybrid Utility Blade Multi-Tool Uses A Full Sized Utility Blade In A Rugged Feature Packed Tool, With G-10 Scales
- The Prybrid Utility'S Retractable Blade Features A Cord Cut Notch To Slice Through Rope Or Twine Without Extending The Blade
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Slide lock mechanism | ❌ No pocket clip |
| ✔️ 8 in 1 multi-tool | |
| ✔️ Compact |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Gerber
- Part Number: 31-003745
- Item Weight: 4.2 ounces
- Color: Grey
- Warranty Description: Limited Lifetime
- Included components: Utility Blade, Knife
We included the Gerber prybrid utility blade in our list due to its compactness.
It is a multi-tool with a suitable slide lock mechanism that prevents the blade from over-extending, ensuring your safety.
It’s valuable both at job sites and home for DIY projects.
This item also includes Pry Bar, Large & Small Flat drivers, Nail puller, Wire Stripper, Bottle Opener, and Lanyard Hole.
Next up, we prepared something more lightweight for you.
Further information
3. Screwpop Ron’s Utility Knife 3.0
- The World's most HANDY utility knife: cut, slice, score and much more!
- Includes: 4 step utility blade (also uses 2 notch standard utility blades from all brands... may have slight play due to different blade manufacturers tolerances)
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Magnetic | ❌ Uncomfortable design |
| ✔️ light |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Screwpop
- Part Number: SPT007
- Item Weight: 0.7 ounces
- Color: Stainless Steel
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Handle material: Metal
Were you searching for a utility knife that you won’t lose? Congrats! This Screwpop Ron’s knife might be the solution to your problem. Due to its design, the knife can be attached to a keyring, carabiner clip, backpack, and much other stuff. It can also magnetically stick to your refrigerator or toolboxes.
It is lightweight so that the comfort grip can be a bit uncomfortable for your taste. So, if you would like to have a better knife handle, look at the next product.
4. Husky 21113
- TEXTURED HANDLE allows for increased friction between the unit and your hand, allowing for greater control, even in slippery conditions
- LANYARD LOOP at the base of the handle allows you to keep this on your person when you don’t have enough room in your pockets
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Textured handle | ❌ Weight |
| ✔️ Lanyard loop | |
| ✔️ Safe design |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Husky
- Part Number: 108011
- Item Weight: 7 ounces
- Size: 1-pack
- Color: Original version
- Material: Metal
- Handle material: Aluminum
This product has one of the best handles and designs. The handle is textured, so you won’t have to worry about the knife slipping from your hands.
It weighs a bit more than the previous knives (7 ounces), but overall the quality of the product is good.
Another good thing: the unit includes ten disposable blades. Those of you who are too lazy to go to the store might prefer this one.
5. Slice 10495 Everyday Carry (EDC) Folding Knife
- Slice safety blades' unique cutting edge might seem dull, but it cuts right through your material while keeping you safe! Slice blades are finger-friendly and safe to the touch.
- Other blades are dangerously sharp. Slice blades start at a safe and effective sharpness and stay there 11 times longer.
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Safety | ❌ Small blade |
| ✔️ Design |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Slice
- Part Number: 10495
- Item Weight: 1.87 ounces
- Size: 1-pack
- Color: EDC
- Material: Ceramic
Due to its handle type and great compactness compared to other knives, this knife is one of the safest on the list. If you are looking for something more compact and not a really solid knife, then we recommend this knife from Slice.
So if you’re clumsy and have a habit of cutting your fingers, the safety features of this knife might save you a lot of time in hospital 🙂
6. WORKPRO Quick-Change Utility Knife
- BEFORE YOUR PURCHASE: The wooden handle of utility knife is made of high-quality rosewood, and the dark brown texture will lead to a classical retro look of the knife. It is a completely new knife...
- QUICK-CHANGE MECHANISM - Your box cutter comes with an easy blade release design that allows you to safely change the blades and helps prevent injury. Our box knife is compatible with most standard...
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Retro look | ❌ Weight |
| ✔️ Quick-change mechanism | |
| ✔️ Portability |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: HANGZHOU GREATSTAR INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD
- Part Number: W011013A
- Item Weight: 7.2 ounces
- Color: Dark Brown, Red
- Material: Wood
- Handle Material: Wood
The workpro utility knife is different from the rest of the heavy-duty knives: It has an entirely different feel and aesthetic than metal knives.
The knife is built with one of the best back lock designs that safely keep the blades in place while using it. Another point for safety!
People who feel nostalgic for the good ol’ 80s, you’ll be interested in flashing this around.
7. Internet’s Best Premium Utility knife
- Heavy Duty utility knife: Metal, durable design with rubber grip allows for a long lasting, extremely durable cuts and slices on boxes, plastic packaging, and straps. Includes 2 premium utility...
- Retractable & Adjustable Blade : Razor simply slides open for exact cuts. Blade easily retracts to lock safely within metal frame when finished using
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Quick-release | ❌ Only comes in a set of two |
| ✔️ Replacement blades |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Internet’s Best
- Part Number: 10102
- Item Weight: 6.4 ounces
- Color: Premium
- Material: Metal
- Handle Material: Rubber
This razor knife is a heavy-duty utility knife compared to the knives from slice.
The manufacturers promise that the durable design with rubber grip allows for long-lasting, highly durable cuts and slices on boxes, plastic packaging, and straps.
The unique thing about this knife is the way of releasing it. The red button on the knife gives access to fast and safe razor release and insertion of the new razor blade.
8. Slice 10515 Mini Box Cutter
- Mini Size = Fits in your Palm! Perfect cutter that sticks in your fridge, and cuts through all of your everyday packaging/slicing needs. Ideal for Unboxing. Cuts Right or Left Handed!
- New Manual Blade Stays in Place! For those looking for a blade that will stay in one position for repeated cuts, choose the manual version
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Mini size | ❌ Not for heavy-duty |
| ✔️ High Ratings |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Slice Industrial
- Part Number: 10515
- Item Weight: 0.63 Ounces
- Color: Black, green, orange
- Material: Ceramic
This is the second box cutter from the Slice brand, which might be a favorite.
A SMALL ceramic box cutter? Hmm, if the TechIwant airport didn’t have an X-ray machine, you could probably slide away with this one.
It’s not only small, but on top of that, it’s also very light.
This might be a favorite for those of you who love small and cute items.
9. Fiskars 770010-1001 Pro
- The Fiskars Pro Fixed Utility Knife’s folding blade guard deploys with the push of a button for convenient, easy protection
- A reinforced metal end provides reliable resistance against pounding and drops
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Convenience | ❌ No on-board extra blade storage capacity |
| ✔️ Reliable resistance |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Fiskars
- Part Number: 770010-1001
- Item Weight: 0.16 Ounces
- Color: Orange/Black
- Material: Metal
The Fiskars pro utility knife has a unique folding blade guard.
The product is made from a reinforced metal, so if you accidentally drop it, no worries, it won’t break! At least, that is what Fiskars insists on. At the same time, it’s lightweight.
However, if you need a utility knife ASAP, this may be the best fit for you as it offers free prime shipping.
10. X-Acto No 1 Precision Knife
- Precision knife with number 11 fine point blade for exact cuts
- Sharp and durable zirconium nitride coated blade
| Reasons to Buy | Reasons to Avoid |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Super lightweight | ❌ Not for heavy-duty |
| ✔️ Cheap |
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Elmers
- Brand: X-Acto
- Item Weight: 0.634 ounces
- Color: Silver
- Material: Aluminium
First, on our list, we have the “FastBack.” It is on the top of our list because of its comfortable design and good material.
Fastback is a series of utility knives designed by Milwaukee Tool. These knives feature the “FastBack” mechanism that allows the blade to be extended and retracted with just one hand. This makes this knife one of the fastest on our list.
The knife is made of metal, which ensures that it won’t break in any construction sites.
Whether you want it for cutting a rope or for cutting tape, the Milwaukee fastback’s extreme sharpness can cut through anything. Oh, we ban it from our airplane!
However, if you prefer something more compact, we have another utility knife on our list.
Features to look for before buying a utility knife
Safety
The blades of utility knives are sharp, so you should be extra careful with them. It’s a big problem if the blades fall out of their place. In that case, the person using it can get hurt.
When purchasing utility knives, check if the blades fit well and are secured in place tightly, so they do not drop down or collapse.
Be sure to have utility knives that also come with a sheath to protect the blade from getting damaged. You may also want to choose utility knives that have replaceable blades as well. It is because if they break, you can easily change them. Many utility knives also come with a locking feature that prevents the utility knife’s blade from closing on your fingers when using it.
Do not use utility knives when small children are around, as they might accidentally cut themselves on the blade or even swallow it.
And always remember to cut away from yourself. That is the first rule of knife safety: cut away from your body.
Sharpness
Why do we need utility knives? For cutting, right? The majority of you, supposedly, look for blades that can cut through objects such as wood and other materials without having to apply so much pressure on the knife. So, one of the essential features to look out for is the sharpness of the blades. Choosing a utility knife brand with sharp blades is crucial because it makes cutting tasks much easier than with dull blades. The sharpest blades are being produced by Milwaukee Tool and STANLEY®.
Comfort grip
When buying a utility knife, always take into consideration the comfort grip. Does the knife feel comfortable in your hand? Does it slip from your hand or not? You should also look at what material it is made from.
