10 Best exit knives of 2026

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SOG
SOG Escape Tactical Folding Knife- 3.4 Inch Serrated Edge Blade Emergency Pocket Knife with Glass Breaker, Wire Stripper and Line Cutter Blades-Black (FF25-CP)
Main highlights

Quick Access Pocket Emergency Knife
The SOG Escape is a quick open tactical knife with a 4.8-inch closed length, made for SWAT, paramedics, and firefighters.

Ideal for First Responders
Features include a cord-cutting groove, glass breaker, wire stripper, and extra line cutter blade, making it perfect for emergency and daily use.

Highly Durable and Sharp Blade
Customers praise the knife's sharp blade, durability, and additional features like the seatbelt cutter and glass breaker, despite some minor design flaws.
Key specs
- blade material:black stainless steel
- blade length:3.4 inches
- special feature:cord-cutting groove
- handle material:6061-T6 aluminum
- blade edge:partially serrated
9.7

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.7
lasts a long time

8.9
Craftsmanship

8.9
Durability
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Kershaw
Kershaw Barricade (8650) Multifunction Rescue Pocket Knife with 3.5 Inch Stainless Steel Blade; Features SpeedSafe Assisted Opening with Flipper, Glass Breaker Tip, Belt Cutter, and Pocketclip; 4.5 oz
Main highlights

Key Features
Multi-use rescue blade with bright orange handle, carbide tip glass breaker, and sharpened edge for cutting cords or seatbelts safely.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for emergency situations in autos, homes, or outdoors, especially where breaking glass or cutting through tangled seatbelts is necessary.

Customer Praise
Highly praised for its durable, sharp edge and effectiveness in emergency situations, making it a reliable tool for safety-conscious individuals.
9.6

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.1
worth the money

8.7
lasts a long time

8.4
Durability
3

GOOD WORKER

Legal Pocket Knife with 2.95” Serrated Blade, Glass Breaker, Seat Belt Cutter - EDC Sharp Folding Knives with Portable Clip - Small Tool for Tactical Camping Survival Hiking - Gifts for Men 6680
9.4

Excellent

Our Rating
4

Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson Accessories Extreme Ops SWA24S 7.1in S.S. Folding Knife with 3.1in Serrated Clip Point Blade and Aluminum Handle for Outdoor, Tactical, Survival and EDC
Main highlights

Durable Construction
Features a 7Cr17Mov black oxide high carbon stainless steel blade and aluminum handle for long-lasting durability.

Everyday Carry Use
Designed with a pocket clip, finger flipper, and ambidextrous thumb knobs for easy daily access.

Sharpness and Quality
Customers praise its razor-sharp edge and robust build, making it a popular choice for various tasks.
Key specs
- blade material:High Carbon Stainless Steel
- blade length:3.1 Inches
- special feature:Lightweight
- handle material:Aluminum
- blade edge:Serrated
9.3

Excellent

Our Rating

9.1
worth the money

9.1
lasts a long time

9.1
Simple to use
5

DRACHENADER

DRACHENADER Survival Knife SEAL-FULL BLACK 9" EDC Fixed Blade Tactical Horizontal Carry Knife for Men with Kydex Sheath, 5mm Thick Stainless Steel, G10 Anti-Slip Handle, Ideal for Gifting, Full Black
9.2

Excellent

Our Rating
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Tac-Force
Tac-Force- Folding Pocket Knife – Partially Serrated Black/Satin Blade, Red/Black Aluminum Handle w/Fire Logo, Rope Cutter, Glass Punch, Flashlight, EDC, Rescue - TF-835FD
Main highlights

High Quality and Versatile Blade
Made from premium 3CR13 stainless steel, this knife offers excellent hardness and corrosion resistance, with a partially serrated drop point blade.

Perfect for Tactical and Outdoor Use
Ideal for camping, hiking, backpacking, hunting, fishing, military, tactical needs, DIY activities, survival, self-defense, and emergencies.

Highly Praised Spring Assist and LED Light
Customers frequently commend the knife's smooth spring-assisted opening and the bright, handy LED flashlight included in the design.
9.1

Excellent

Our Rating

9.3
Durability

8.9
Luminosity

8.7
Simple to use
7

Kershaw
Kershaw Appa Folding Tactical Pocket Knife, SpeedSafe Opening, 2.75 inch Black Blade and Handle, Small, Lightweight Every Day Carry
Main highlights

Lightweight and Sturdy Design
The Kershaw Appa is a lightweight yet sturdy everyday carry knife, perfect for tasks like cutting tape, boxes, and rope.

Ideal for Box Opening
This knife is particularly useful for opening boxes, thanks to its sharp blade and compact design.

Praised Sharpness
Customers consistently praise the knife's sharp blade, making it a reliable choice for everyday tasks.
Key specs
- blade material:Stainless Steel
- blade length:2.75 Inches
- special feature:Lightweight, Reversible, Folding
- handle material:Plastic
- blade edge:V-Grind
9.0

Excellent

Our Rating

9.7
Light weight

9.5
Comfortable

9.3
worth the money
8

FUNBRO

FUNBRO EDC Pocket Knife - 7CR13Mov Steel Tanto Blade, Slim Survival Knife with Clip and Liner Lock, Window Breaker for Outdoor Camping- Stocking stuffer Gifts for Men Women
8.9

Very Good

Our Rating
9

ALBATROSS

ALBATROSS 6-in-1 Survival Tactical Military Folding Pocket Knives with LED Light,Seatbelt Cutter,Glass Breaker,Magnesium Fire Starter,Bottle Opener;Multi-Function Emergency Tool(Black)
8.8

Very Good

Our Rating
10

coldown

COLDOW EDC Pocket Knife, Folding Scalpel Knife with Clip, 10pcs Surgical Carbon Steel Replacement Razor Blades #24, Retractable Utility Knives Box Cutter for Men Women Camping Hiking
8.7

Very Good

Our Rating

10 Best exit knives of 2026

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SOG Escape Tactical Folding Knife- 3.4 Inch Serrated Edge Blade Emergency Pocket Knife with Glass Breaker, Wire Stripper and Line Cutter Blades-Black (FF25-CP)

9.7

8.9

8.9

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Kershaw Barricade (8650) Multifunction Rescue Pocket Knife with 3.5 Inch Stainless Steel Blade; Features SpeedSafe Assisted Opening with Flipper, Glass Breaker Tip, Belt Cutter, and Pocketclip; 4.5 oz

9.1

8.7

8.4

3

Legal Pocket Knife with 2.95” Serrated Blade, Glass Breaker, Seat Belt Cutter - EDC Sharp Folding Knives with Portable Clip - Small Tool for Tactical Camping Survival Hiking - Gifts for Men 6680

4

Smith & Wesson Accessories Extreme Ops SWA24S 7.1in S.S. Folding Knife with 3.1in Serrated Clip Point Blade and Aluminum Handle for Outdoor, Tactical, Survival and EDC

9.1

9.1

9.1

5

DRACHENADER Survival Knife SEAL-FULL BLACK 9" EDC Fixed Blade Tactical Horizontal Carry Knife for Men with Kydex Sheath, 5mm Thick Stainless Steel, G10 Anti-Slip Handle, Ideal for Gifting, Full Black

6

Tac-Force- Folding Pocket Knife – Partially Serrated Black/Satin Blade, Red/Black Aluminum Handle w/Fire Logo, Rope Cutter, Glass Punch, Flashlight, EDC, Rescue - TF-835FD

9.3

8.9

8.7

7

Kershaw Appa Folding Tactical Pocket Knife, SpeedSafe Opening, 2.75 inch Black Blade and Handle, Small, Lightweight Every Day Carry

9.7

9.5

9.3

8

FUNBRO EDC Pocket Knife - 7CR13Mov Steel Tanto Blade, Slim Survival Knife with Clip and Liner Lock, Window Breaker for Outdoor Camping- Stocking stuffer Gifts for Men Women

9

ALBATROSS 6-in-1 Survival Tactical Military Folding Pocket Knives with LED Light,Seatbelt Cutter,Glass Breaker,Magnesium Fire Starter,Bottle Opener;Multi-Function Emergency Tool(Black)

10

COLDOW EDC Pocket Knife, Folding Scalpel Knife with Clip, 10pcs Surgical Carbon Steel Replacement Razor Blades #24, Retractable Utility Knives Box Cutter for Men Women Camping Hiking

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