Amesser A-65 3-Stage vs. Mueller 4-Stage Sharpener: Near Rivals

Overall Verdict

Ranking by

Showing: 2/2 Items

While the discrepancy in their overall ratings is negligible, the Amesser A-65 and the Mueller 4-stage sharpeners don’t share similar scores in every category.

In speed, for example, the latter has the upper hand. It took much less time to sharpen a knife to a serviceable level. Not only that, but the Mueller could bring the knife to a higher level of keenness compared to the Amesser, when given the same amount of sharpening time.

The Amesser, on the other hand, didn’t shave as much steel off the knife’s edge as its Mueller counterpart did. We also ended up with a more refined edge compared to that produced by the Mueller.

Pros & Cons

Affordable
Instinctive and easy to use
Well-built with a solid design
Grippy and comfortable handle
Safety glove included

Strong construction, pretty coloring
Quick sharpening
Scissor slot
Ease of use

Tapered base
High center of gravity

High center of gravity
Harsh on the knife edge

Key Specs

Stages

Scissor sharpene

Yes

Abrasives

Diamond, tungsten carbide, ceramic

Grit size

Coarse, Medium, Fine

Dimensions

L7.9 x W1.9 x H2.9 inches

L9.3 x W1.8 x H3.1 inches

Where to Buy

Price at publication

$16.60

$12.35

Check Price on Amazon

*You help support HealthyKitchen101's product testing and reviews by purchasing from our retail partners.

Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring

6.3

6.7

Sharpening Time to Cut a Lemon

5.2

8.8

Sharpening Time

2 minutes

1 minute 15 seconds

Cutting Feel

Swift and smooth

Material Retention

6.0

5.0

Metal residue on an abrasive slot on the Amesser handheld knife sharpener

A bowl containing metal sharpening residue next to the base of the Amesser A-65 manual knife sharpener

Medal dust on the abrasive slots of the Mueller steel knife sharpener

Sharpening Time

1 minute

Maximum Sharpness Achieved

7.0

8.0

Sharpening Time

6 minutes

Sharpness Level

8 - (Chicken breast, two swipes)

8 (Chicken breast with skin, 1 swipe)

Edge Smoothness

7.7

4.0

Close up view in vignette of the knife blade and edge after sharpening with the Amesser A-65 knife sharpener

Close up view in vignette of the knife blade and knife edge after sharpening with the Mueller knife sharpener

Design

Overall Design Scoring

9.3

9.1

In the Box

The Amesser sharpener next to its package box, a glove, and promotional leaflets

The Mueller 4-stage knife sharpener lying next to its package box, user guide, and promotion leaflets

Dimensions

Length

7.9" (20.1 cm)

9.3" (23.6 cm)

Width

1.9" (4.8 cm)

1.8" (4.6 cm)

Height

2.9" (7.4 cm)

3.1" (7.9 cm)

Weight

6.4 oz (183 g)

8.6 oz (244 g)

Build Quality

9.2

9.1

The Amesser’s working section, with the abrasives detached from the base

The base of the Amesser, when the working section has been detached

The Amesser A-65’s abrasive section as detached from the base

The Mueller sharpener standing on a surface

Working Section

Top view of the abrasive slots of the Mueller handheld sharpener, with scissor slot, tungsten blades, diamond rods, and ceramic rods

Levels of Sharpening

Prepare, Sharpen, Polish

Sharpen (slot 1, 2, 3), Hone (slot 4)

Abrasive

Diamond-coated rods, tungsten steel blades, ceramic rods

Tungsten carbide blades, diamond rods, ceramic rods

Mechanism

Pull-through

Pull through

Sharpening Angle

20°

20 degree

Base

The Amesser A-65 manual sharpener on a salt-sprinkled surface, its base in full view

The Mueller sharpener lying on a surface with its base in full view

Material

ABS plastic

Feet Type

Non-slip rubber base

Anti-slip rubber pads

Grip

9.5

9.0

A hand gripping on the Amesser A-65 manual sharpener

The grip of the Mueller steel knife sharpener and part of its body

Material

ABS plastic

ABS plastic and rubber

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring

9.1

8.2

Slot Arrangement

7.0

The working section on the Amesser A-65, with 3 slots featuring diamond rods, tungsten carbide blades, ceramic rods

The working section on the Mueller handheld sharpener, with 1 slot for scissors and slots 2, 3, 4 for knives

Insertion

9.0

Top view of a knife being sharpened with the Amesser A-65, the sharpener being held in one hand

Top view of a kitchen knife in one of the Mueller’s abrasive slots, the sharpener being held by one hand

Pulling Through

9.5

7.5

A hand holding the Amesser knife sharpener and sharpening a kitchen knife with it

2 hands holding and sharpening a kitchen knife with the Mueller sharpener

Stability on a Clean Surface

9.0

8.5

Top view of a knife being sharpened with the Amesser 3-slot knife sharpener, with the user’s two hands visible

1 hand holding a knife and sharpening it with the Mueller on a countertop, the Mueller held in another hand

Stability on a Wet and Dirty Surface

7.5

8.0

Two hands holding and sharpening a kitchen knife with the Amesser 3-slot knife sharpener on a salt-sprinkled countertop

A kitchen knife being sharpened with the Mueller sharpener on a countertop sprinkled with salt particles

Behind the Comparison

Anh NgoSenior Editorial Director

Anh Ngo is a writer with 9 years experience at different media outlets, covering from public news and events to product testing and analysis. At HealthyKitchen101, she works across different departments, communicating closely with its network of writers, editors, and health, tech, and search engine experts to provide a meaningful and pleasant reading experience for visitors.

Lap VoTest Lead

Lap is Head of the Research, Testing, and Review Team (RTR Team) at HealthyKitchen101.com, where he directs and supervises the testing of kitchen gadgets and appliances.

Nguyen NtkVisual Specialist

Nguyen Ntk is a graphic designer, photographer, and videographer whose philosophy centers around respecting and celebrating the beauty of reality. Through his lenses, Nguyen strives to capture the true essence of objects and events, showcasing and highlighting authentic features without distortion or exaggeration.