{"id":17378,"date":"2025-05-14T10:09:15","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T14:09:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/?post_type=is-it-scam&#038;p=17378"},"modified":"2025-05-07T10:13:49","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T14:13:49","slug":"is-cutco-a-scam","status":"publish","type":"is-it-scam","link":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/is-it-scam\/is-cutco-a-scam\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Cutco a Scam?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#what-is-cutco\">What Is Cutco?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#is-cutco-a-scam\">Is Cutco a Scam?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#so-should-you-buy-cutco-products\">So, Should You Buy Cutco Products?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-safely-buy-cutco-products\">How to Safely Buy Cutco Products\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re thinking of buying Cutco products, you need to know: Is Cutco a scam?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below, we explain whether Cutco is a scam and discuss some steps you can take to improve your safety when buying its products.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t care about Cutco\u2019s products but want to instead learn whether you should work for Cutco via its subsidiary Vector Marketing, read our article <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/is-it-scam\/is-vector-marketing-a-scam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u201cIs Vector Marketing a Scam?\u201d\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-cutco\">What Is Cutco?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cutco is an American company that makes and sells kitchen cutlery and accessories.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"524\" src=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutco-2-1024x524.png\" alt=\"Cutco\" class=\"wp-image-17379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutco-2-1024x524.png 1024w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutco-2-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutco-2-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutco-2.png 1072w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is best known for its knives and has an extensive collection, including chef\u2019s knives, Santoku and carving blades, and utility knives. It also sells tableware, cookware, and accessories like shears and cutting boards.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company has been around since 1949.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though you can order Cutco products online, the company sells its products primarily through its subsidiary Vector Marketing. Its business model has been criticized because it involves independent representatives visiting customer homes and getting a commission on sales.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vector Marketing has been labeled as a multi-level marketing or pyramid scheme. Vector Marketing denies this.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-cutco-a-scam\">Is Cutco a Scam?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No, Cutco is not a scam.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a legitimate US cutlery manufacturer known for selling kitchen knives and accessories through direct-to-consumer channels.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cutco\u2019s products come with <a href=\"https:\/\/cutco.com\/products\/the-forever-guarantee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u201cThe Forever Guarantee.\u201d<\/a> The company says that if at any time you\u2019re not satisfied with their products\u2019 performance, they will either fix the problem or replace the product (though you will have to pay a \u201cnominal return shipping fee.\u201d)\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoguarantee-1024x428.png\" alt=\"Cutco &quot;The Forever Guarantee&quot; \" class=\"wp-image-17380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoguarantee-1024x428.png 1024w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoguarantee-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoguarantee-768x321.png 768w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoguarantee.png 1131w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, its products get mixed reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, the website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruceeats.com\/cutco-knives-petite-chef-knife-review-5079014\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Spruce Eats<\/a> has reviewed Cutco Knives Petite Chef Knife very favorably, saying it\u2019s \u201ca high-end knife that performs well and grips comfortably.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.trustpilot.com\/review\/cutco.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trustpilot<\/a>, some people say they love their Cutco Knives\u2019 products (\u201ccutco makes the best knives ever\u201d), while others say the knives are subpar. Overall, Cutco Cutlery gets a 2.8 out of 5.0 stars (from 9 reviews) rating on Trustpilot.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same is true on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Cooking\/comments\/vzwcvj\/i_just_bought_cutco_knives_did_i_get_ripped_off\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online forums like Reddit<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people say that Cutco\u2019s products are good (people report using the same set of Cutco knives for decades), but overpriced.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"739\" height=\"316\" src=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoredditproduct.png\" alt=\"Reddit post about Cutco saying it's an MLM but the knives are good (though overpriced) \" class=\"wp-image-17381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoredditproduct.png 739w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoredditproduct-300x128.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 739px) 100vw, 739px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cutco products appear to be positively reviewed even by those who worked for Cutco, who say it\u2019s a pyramid scheme that preys on young people.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoredditpastemployee.png\" alt=\"Reddit post about Cutco knives from a past employee and someone whose parents got Cutco knives in 1960 \" class=\"wp-image-17382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoredditpastemployee.png 750w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoredditpastemployee-300x170.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about this aspect of Cutco, read our <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/is-it-scam\/is-vector-marketing-a-scam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">review of Vector Marketing<\/a>, which is a subsidiary of Cutco that sells Cutco\u2019s products through independent contractors.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bottom line: <\/strong>the way Vector Marketing operates is seen as questionable by most people (so, though not a scam, you should probably only consider working for it if you\u2019re well-connected and are okay with aggressive sales tactics).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/chefknives\/comments\/11mgs1v\/thoughts_on_cutco_knives\/#:~:text=The%20%22lifetime%20sharpening%22%20is%20a,use%20any%20other%20decent%20knife.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a number of people<\/a> have a very low opinion of Cutco products. One internet user said:<em> \u201cMy in laws have cutco and when I cook Thanksgiving there I bring my own knives because, again, cutco are garbage.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"742\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoredditnegative.png\" alt=\"Negative Reddit post about Cutco knives\" class=\"wp-image-17383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoredditnegative.png 742w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cutcoredditnegative-300x106.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 742px) 100vw, 742px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"so-should-you-buy-cutco-products\">So, Should You Buy Cutco Products?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Probably.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though Cutco products get mixed reviews, positive reviews seem to outweigh negative ones. That said, pretty much everyone agrees that Cutco products &#8211; specifically knives &#8211; are costly and that it\u2019s possible to get similar products at lower prices from other brands.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cutco products are also typically bought through a Vector Marketing representative rather than in-store, which some people might find inconvenient.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-safely-buy-cutco-products\">How to Safely Buy Cutco Products&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Buy from the official rep or website. <\/strong>Cutco\u2019s official sales arm is Vector Marketing. Every Vector Marketing representative should have a valid Vector ID badge and be able to show you their company\u2011issued paperwork. Alternatively, you can buy Cutco products through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cutco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cutco.com<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check the serial numbers and packaging. <\/strong>Authentic Cutco knives have serial numbers etched into the bolster, and the packaging includes a \u201cForever Guarantee\u201d card and instructions on how to register.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Register your warranty. <\/strong>Once you receive your Cutco products, register them at cutco.com\/warranty (or via the paper card). This will ensure free sharpening and replacement in the future.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pay with a credit card when possible. <\/strong>Credit cards are known for better fraud protection and also leave a clear paper trail. Avoid wire transfers or cash\u2010only deals with unknown sellers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check your statement.\u00a0 <\/strong>Your billing statement should say \u201cCutco\u201d or \u201cVector Marketing,\u201d not a random individual\u2019s name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be extra cautious when buying from unauthorized sellers. <\/strong>Marketplace platforms like eBay, Facebook Marketplace, and Craigslist can have counterfeit knives.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beware \u201ctoo good to be true\u201d pricing. <\/strong>Cutco products are quite expensive. If you come across them being sold at a significant discount, it might be a scam, or the product may not be genuine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Understand the return policy. <\/strong>Cutco has a 15\u2011day \u201cno questions asked\u201d return window for non\u2011personalized items. After that, you\u2019re limited to their standard warranty (sharpening and replacement).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our guide to whether Cutco is a scam.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":17379,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"class_list":["post-17378","is-it-scam","type-is-it-scam","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/is-it-scam\/17378","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/is-it-scam"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/is-it-scam"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/14"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17379"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17378"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}