10 Best Bread Knives UK 2024 | Victorinox, VonShef and More

Our number 1 pick is this wonderful offering from Orient. Although the brand name suggests that it would be made from Japanese steel, this bread knife is crafted from high-quality German steel, giving it an extremely robust blade. It's also been laser tested for precision, to ensure that every slice is meticulous.

The handle is made from polyacetal, with an ergonomic design that's water-resistant and dishwasher-safe. There's even a beautiful gift box with a protective sleeve and a lifetime guarantee is included! Everything from the knife itself to the presentation and level of maintenance is top of the line, so definitely you won't regret this purchase.

Narrowly missing out on the top spot is the Mercer Culinary bread knife, which is perhaps the best value product in terms of cost and quality. Its santoprene and polypropylene handle is dishwasher-safe, while the Japanese steel blade is supremely sharp so it slices breezily through even the hardest loaves. 

Plus, this product is certified to the NSF standard of safety, quality and performance, and it comes with a lifetime warranty. There's a reason it's Amazon's #1 best-selling product in the "chef's knife" category!

If you're looking for the best electric option on the market, you can't go wrong with this offering from Russell Hobbs! It effortlessly cuts through even the hardest crust, leaving no crumbs in its wake, and comes from a very trusted kitchen appliance brand.

Replacement blades for this gadget are easy to come by but if you're sticking to bread cutting rather than carving meat, it'll be a long time before you need to change one. It also features a comfort grip handle and a wrap cord to make storage even easier!

Next up on our list is the Victorinox Swiss Classic, which we think is an excellent value bread knife in terms of cost and quality. Its polypropylene handles are dishwasher-safe and the carbon stainless steel blade holds its sharpness extremely well for a knife at this inexpensive price point.

It's lightweight, easy to use and it's even available in six different colours — so you won't have any trouble matching it with the rest of your kitchenware! If you weren't already convinced, this cheap and cheerful knife also has a lifetime warranty, so it's well worth snapping up in our opinion.

Since this sturdy knife has "samurai" in the name, you might expect it to be made from Japanese steel — but it's actually made from German steel! We love the overall design and we'd say it's a must-buy if you're a fan of aesthetically pleasing kitchenware.

The natural maple wood handle is simply beautiful as well as comfortable to use, providing a firm grip that reduces slippage. Just keep in mind that it's not dishwasher-safe, so you should clean the blade immediately after use to keep it in good condition.

Now, this is a very expensive option, but if you take bread slicing seriously then it's a fantastic buy! Handcrafted over a period of 60 days, the Shogun Series bread knife is a work of expert craftsmanship that combines traditional Japanese sword-making techniques with premium, modern materials.

The blade boasts incredible sharpness which it easily retains thanks to the extra high level of carbon in the steel, and there is a sheath included to make sure that it stays protected when not in use. If you have the money to spend, this is the only bread knife you'll ever need to buy in your lifetime!

If you're looking for something simple and reliable to cut the occasional loaf or baguette from your local bakery, it's worth picking up this offering from ProCook as it won't put too much of a dent in your bank account!

While a budget option like this obviously won't reach the level of quality of those with a higher price, it's not a bad knife at all. It's comfortable to use, has a fine serrated blade and even has a 10-year guarantee for extra peace of mind.

This electric knife from VonShef comes in a handy case alongside extra blades that are specifically designed for carving meat, making it a great all-around gadget for culinary tasks involving more than just baked goods.

The main drawback of this product is the short 16cm long blades — these are no good if you need to cut larger loaves like baguettes! If you're solely looking for a bread knife then this product won't be ideal, but it's worth checking out if you want a multi-functional tool that you can use on other ingredients.

The wooden handle of this model by Paudin is sleek and elegant, while the hardened German steel blade makes cutting through a chunky crust easy. If you're taken by the aesthetically pleasing design of this option, it's well worth the low price and it even has lifetime warranty.

In terms of quality though, it sits somewhere between basic and premium. If you're on a budget then it's a brilliant buy, but if you have more to spend then there are better quality options later on in our ranking.

The Shan Zu knife is a high-quality option that's presented in a lovely gift box, making it a great present for the keen chef or new homeowner in your life. The handle is comfortable, as it's made from waterproof wood, but we wouldn't recommend putting it in the dishwasher as this can cause scratches!

Although the German steel blade is tough, the width of it is surprisingly wide, so it can make cutting thinner slices a pain. We also can't help but feel that you may be paying a little extra for the gift box rather than the knife itself.