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SunrisePro Supreme Manual vs Kitchellence 3-Stage Manual Side-by-Side Comparison

The SunrisePro admittedly delivers a sharper edge, but our pick is the Kitchellence where more than sharpness is concerned.

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SunrisePro Supreme

Kitchellence 3-Stage

SunrisePro Supreme Manual vs Kitchellence 3-Stage Manual

Overall Verdict

Ranking by
OverallScore Performance50% Design15% Ease of Use35% ScoreOverall 50%Performance 15%Design 35%Ease of Use Kitchellence 3-StageSunrisePro Supreme8.06.99.29.17.47.58.07.0
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The SunrisePro Supreme sharpener certainly gets the primary job done, but if you want sharpness with a smooth edge and consistent performance too, go with the Kitchellence.

The SunrisePro, despite having only one sharpening slot, does the job faster and more effectively than most devices we’ve tested. It also features a strong, sturdy build, and while we find the small size awkward, some may appreciate its compactness. Its problem is with the small edge it creates, which is sharp but blunts quickly. Also, its suction base, while strong on some surfaces, is useless on others.

The Kitchellence takes longer to sharpen your knives, and the sharpness level is also lower than what the SunrisePro can offer. But it’s still among the better performers in that respect. It’s also much more gentle to the edge than the SunrisePro. As a plus, it’s stable, natural to use, and comes in a size that we find more appropriate for kitchen knives.

Pros & Cons

  • Strong, sturdy build
  • Extremely quick sharpening
  • Great sharpness 
  • Affordable price
  • Strong suction base (while it works)
  • Easy to use, intuitive design
  • Soft, comfortable finish
  • Extra weight near the base for stability
  • Affordable price
  • Included glove for added safety
  • Suction base is surface-discriminatory
  • It can peel off a lot of metal
  • Tapered base 
  • Awkward base pad

Key Specs

Stages
1
3
Scissor sharpener
No
No
Abrasives
Tungsten carbide
diamond, tungsten carbide, ceramic
Grit size
Coarse
Coarse, Medium, Fine
Dimensions
L2.3 x W2.3 x H2.6 inches
L8.1 x W1.8 x H3.0 inches

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$25,98
$22.80

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
7.5
6.9

Sharpening Time to Cut a Lemon

9.6
4.8
Sharpening Time
1 minute 5 seconds
2m 05s
Cutting Feel
Swift and smooth
Swift and smooth

Material Retention

6.0
9.0
SunrisePro Supreme Material Retention
SunrisePro Supreme Material Retention
SunrisePro Material Retention
Medal residue on two abrasive slots on the Kitchellence knife sharpener
Medal residue on two abrasive slots on the Kitchellence knife sharpener
A bowl containing metal sharpening residue next to the base of the Kitchellence sharpener
Sharpening Time
1 minute
1 minute

Maximum Sharpness Achieved

8.0
7.0
Sharpening Time
6 minutes
6 minutes
Sharpness Level
8 (Chicken breast with skin, 1 swipe)
8

Edge Smoothness

5.0
7.7
SunrisePro Supreme Edge Smoothness
Close up view in vignette of the knife blade and edge after sharpening with the Kitchellence 3-stage knife sharpener

Design

Overall Design Scoring
8.0
9.2

In the Box

SunrisePro Supreme In the Box
The Kitchellence knife sharpener, its package box, instruction manual, and included safety glove

Dimensions

SunrisePro Dimensions
The Kitchellence knife sharpener and arrows and figures showing its dimensions
Length
2.3" (5.8 cm)
8.1" (20.6 cm)
Width
2.3" (5.8 cm)
1.8" (4.6 cm)
Height
2.6" (6.6 cm)
3.0" (7.6 cm)
Weight
2.3 oz (65 g)
6.4 oz (181 g)

Build Quality

8.0
9.3
SunrisePro Supreme Build Quality
The base and separated working section of the Kitchellence, and a glove, all on a cutting board

Working Section

SunrisePro Supreme Working Section
The working section of the Kitchellence with 3 abrasive slots on a frame and part of its handle and base
Levels of Sharpening
Coarse
Coarse, Medium, Fine
Abrasive
Metal blades
Diamond rods, tungsten carbide blades, ceramic rods
Mechanism
Pull through
Pull-through
Sharpening Angle
20 degrees
20 degrees

Base

SunrisePro Supreme Base
The Kitchellence 3-stage sharpener lying upside down, its base and base pads in full view
Material
Silicone
ABS plastic
Feet Type
Suction cup
non-slip rubber base

Grip

8.0
9.0
SunrisePro Supreme Grip
The grip of the Kitchellence sharpener and part of its base and abrasives.
Material
ABS plastic
ABS plastic

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
7.0
9.1

Slot Arrangement

10
10
SunrisePro Supreme Slot Arrangement
The working section on the Kitchellence, with 3 slots featuring diamond rods, tungsten carbide blades, ceramic rods

Insertion

7.5
9.0
SunrisePro Supreme Insertion
Top view of two hands sharpening a knife with the Kitchellence on cutting board, lemon and tomato slices in background

Pulling Through

6.0
9.5

Stability on a Clean Surface

6.5
9.0
a person wearing a glove in one hand sharpening a kitchen knife with the Kitchellence on a countertopa person wearing a glove in one hand sharpening a kitchen knife with the Kitchellence on a countertop

Stability on a Wet and Dirty Surface

3.0
7.5
a person wearing a glove in one hand sharpening a kitchen knife with the Kitchellence on a salt-sprinkled countertop

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