Putting knives in the dishwasher can cause them to get dull quicker because they can get jostled around in the machine and dishwasher detergent can cause rusting. If you’re strapped for time and need to get your knives washed quickly and easily, your best bet if you want to skip hand-washing is to look for the best dishwasher-safe knife sets that are strong and rust-resistant enough to withstand the dishwasher.
When looking at all of the different knife sets available, you’ll find that most knives are made of stainless steel. Stainless steel is durable (and less likely to chip or break) and easy to sharpen. Some sets feature stainless steel that is covered with a nonstick coating, which allows for easy slicing.
When it comes to the handles, avoid wooden ones, which can get easily damaged in the dishwasher. Instead, look for materials like plastic or stainless steel which hold up better. Besides that, finding knives with handles that are comfortable to use and easy to hold is important.
Often, full knife sets come with some type of block for storage. This block could be made from a variety of materials, but wood is very common. If you don’t have room for a block or don’t like displaying your knives, there are sets available without one, too. If all you’re looking for is a set of steak knives, I’ve included a quality option of those, too.
With all that in mind, here are four knife sets that are worth your dough.