Best Pencil Sharpeners of 2020

Customize the tip of your pencil with this OfficeGoods electric pencil sharpener. It offers three different sharpening modes: blunt, medium, and sharp. Plus, it can be powered with batteries, the included AC adapter, or a USB cable.

Unlike most of the other pencil sharpeners on this list, this metal sharpener operates manually and is small enough to fit in your pocket. That means you can even keep it stored in a pencil case for safekeeping.

The iconic wall-mountable X-Acto manual pencil sharpener is adjustable to accommodate different pencil sizes and is a commercial-grade product that is built for high usage. It's capable of being mounted to desks and tables, too.

PowerMe's electric pencil sharpener features a high-grade stainless steel helical blade that can sharpen your dull pencils within just three seconds. It's best suited for No. 2 and Colored Pencils and has an auto-jam release system to ensure your pencil is never stuck inside.

Bostitch's personal electric pencil sharpener comes in four different colors and has an extra-large shavings tray so you don't have to worry about dumping its contents out too often. This model is best suited for children and personal use rather than office or classroom use.

This handheld pencil sharpener features an adjustable angle/length setting that helps you sharpen your pencil exactly as you want it. This model previously went viral for its versatility with Prismacolor pencils.

This X-Acto electric pencil sharpener was built for classroom use, which means it will have absolutely no trouble keeping all your pencils sharp in your home office or studio either. Its helical steel cutter produces rounded pencil points and stops cutting automatically once your pencil is sharp.

If you're looking for a pencil sharpener that can outlast all the rest, this commercial-grade model by X-Acto should put an end to your search. It has a PencilSaver feature to prevent oversharpening and extend the life of your pencils, along with Auto Reset and SafeStart features. This is the most powerful X-Acto sharpener yet.

Prismacolor fanatics can't overlook this premier pencil sharpener. It's specifically designed for Prismacolor pencils and has two different blades to choose from to change your pencil's point: fine for sharp details or wide for coverage. This would be a great pick to pair with an adult coloring book too.