> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://scotchandcigarettes.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Best German Knife Set for Induction Cooktops - URL: https://scotchandcigarettes.com/best-german-knife-set-induction-cooktops/ - Published: 2026-09-07T07:18:25.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-07T09:49:24.000Z - Description: Six German-steel knife sets compared for induction-cooktop kitchens, with the Astercook 15-piece as the pick that fits most counters and most cooks. - Author: Elin Rowe - Tags: Kitchen Knives & Accessories, Kitchen Knives, Cookware The best german knife set for induction cooktops is the Astercook 15-piece with block and sharpener, because it packs a full six-knife lineup, six steak knives, shears and a built-in sharpener into a footprint of 8.5 x 7 x 4.5 in and 7.28 lb of block. If you push through hours of prep at a stretch, the McCook 15-piece is the better buy for its ergonomic stainless handles. Both are forged from German stainless steel, and both leave your induction hob untouched. In this guide 1. [Best german knife set for induction cooktops at a glance](#best-german-knife-set-for-induction-cooktops-at-a-glance) 2. [Why induction cooktops are a red herring here](#why-induction-cooktops-are-a-red-herring-here) 3. [How I screened the shortlist](#how-i-screened-the-shortlist) 4. [What actually decides a German knife set](#what-actually-decides-a-german-knife-set) 5. [1\. Astercook Knife Set for Kitchen with Block and Sharpener — Best overall](#1-astercook-knife-set-for-kitchen-with-block-and-sharpener-%E2%80%94-best-overall) 6. [2\. McCook Knife Set Kitchen Steel Knife Block Set — Best for heavy use](#2-mccook-knife-set-kitchen-steel-knife-block-set-%E2%80%94-best-for-heavy-use) 7. [3\. Astercook Knife Set 15 Piece German Steel Kitchen — Best for families](#3-astercook-knife-set-15-piece-german-steel-kitchen-%E2%80%94-best-for-families) 8. [4\. Henckels Statement 15-Pc Knife Block Set — Most versatile](#4-henckels-statement-15-pc-knife-block-set-%E2%80%94-most-versatile) 9. [5\. Ninja NeverDull 10-Pc German Steel Knife Set — Best premium](#5-ninja-neverdull-10-pc-german-steel-knife-set-%E2%80%94-best-premium) 10. [6\. FULLHI 14pcs Japanese Knives Set — Best lightweight](#6-fullhi-14pcs-japanese-knives-set-%E2%80%94-best-lightweight) 11. [How much counter space will the block eat?](#how-much-counter-space-will-the-block-eat) 12. [Which set fits which cook?](#which-set-fits-which-cook) 13. [What the listings do not tell you](#what-the-listings-do-not-tell-you) 14. [The verdict](#the-verdict) 15. [FAQ](#faq) ## Best german knife set for induction cooktops at a glance | Pick | Pieces | Block size | Price | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------ | -------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Best overall**[Astercook 15-Pc with Block and Sharpener](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1YBPJ43?tag=scotchcigars-20) | 15 | 8.5 x 7 x 4.5 in7.28 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1YBPJ43?tag=scotchcigars-20) | | **Best for heavy use**[McCook 15-Pc Steel Block Set](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G6QX21B?tag=scotchcigars-20) | 15 | 6.1 x 14.3 x 9.6 in7.21 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G6QX21B?tag=scotchcigars-20) | | **Best for families**[Astercook 15-Pc Walnut Block](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTV7FZJT?tag=scotchcigars-20) | 15 | Walnut wooden blockweight not listed | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTV7FZJT?tag=scotchcigars-20) | | **Most versatile**[Henckels Statement 15-Pc Set](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GHX5HGG?tag=scotchcigars-20) | 15 | 11.7 x 12.5 x 5.51 in8.6 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GHX5HGG?tag=scotchcigars-20) | | **Best premium**[Ninja NeverDull 10-Pc Set](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H2NGQLLR?tag=scotchcigars-20) | 10 | 14.9 x 9.92 x 9.53 inweight not listed | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H2NGQLLR?tag=scotchcigars-20) | | **Best lightweight**[FULLHI 14-Pc Knives Set](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S9YG91R?tag=scotchcigars-20) | 14 | 0.79 x 13.2 x 1.97 in3.97 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S9YG91R?tag=scotchcigars-20) | ## Why induction cooktops are a red herring here Amazon's search returned a mix of German-steel and German-branded sets when I asked for the best german knife set for induction cooktops. It did not filter for anything induction-specific, and none of the six listings publishes a magnetic-response figure, an induction-compatibility badge, or a cooktop-safe rating. That is normal for knife sets. Knives are used on the board, not on the hob. So what does the phrase actually mean for a shopper? Two things, mostly: - A kitchen already built around induction tends to be modern, planned and short on counter clutter. A knife block with a small footprint matters. - Induction cooks tend to move fast between steel pans, so a set that stays sharp between deep sharpens saves real time. None of the six sets can promise it will not scratch your ceramic hob if you set a knife on it. Do not set a knife on it. Use the block. ## How I screened the shortlist I started with the pool Amazon returned for the query and cut anything that failed on the specifications side. 1. Every set had to publish a piece count. All six did. 2. Every set had to state German stainless steel in the listing. All six did, though FULLHI names its blade steel as 5Cr17 and describes the set as "Japanese Knives Set, Premium German Stainless Steel." 3. Every set had to include a block or roll for safe storage. All six did. 4. Sets missing a published dimension for the block were kept but flagged, because a block you cannot measure is a block you cannot place. That left the six picks above. Three come in at entry pricing, two at mid, and two sit at the premium end. The Ninja is the only 10-piece set in the group and the only one with a stated 10-year sharpness guarantee. The Henckels is the only one with a published lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects. Everything else is a variation on the 14 or 15-piece formula, and the differences show up in weight, block footprint and handle construction rather than in the blades themselves. ## What actually decides a German knife set Most guides for the best german knife set for induction cooktops compare blade hardness and edge angle. That is not what decides it for a home kitchen. Three things do. - **The block footprint.** A 15-piece set that eats 12 inches of counter is a different object from one that eats 7\. Measure the space before you measure the blade. - **Whether the block sharpens for you.** Four of these six sets have a built-in sharpener. That is the feature that keeps the edge acceptable for the two years you own the set before you consider buying a whetstone. - **The handle.** German blades are heavier than Japanese ones, so a poorly balanced handle punishes you at minute forty of dicing. Ergonomic stainless handles matter more than any spec on the blade. Blade hardness is a distant fourth. Every set here is forged German stainless, and every set here will cut a tomato out of the box. ## 1\. Astercook Knife Set for Kitchen with Block and Sharpener — Best overall **A compact 15-piece block that gives you a full knife lineup, six steak knives and a built-in sharpener in the smallest footprint on this list.** [![Astercook 15-piece black knife block set with built-in sharpener — proves how small the block footprint is at 8.5 x 7 x 4.5 in.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/417qPLCzukL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1YBPJ43?tag=scotchcigars-20) **Best for:** a home cook who wants a compact block with a built-in sharpener. **Skip it if:** you prefer a stated lifetime warranty. The reason this set wins is not the blade. It is the block. At 8.5 x 7 x 4.5 in, the Astercook block is the smallest here by a wide margin, and it still fits an 8" chef, 8" slicing, 8" serrated bread, 7" santoku, 5" utility, 3.5" paring, six steak knives, shears and the built-in sharpener. That is the same knife count as the Henckels Statement in half the counter footprint. The black non-stick coating on the blades is a marketing claim, not a measured performance figure. Astercook says the coating slows oxidation on the stainless surface. Treat that as a maintenance nudge, not a promise. What is measurable: 7.28 lb of block plants the set on a countertop without wobble, and the built-in sharpener means you can touch up an edge one-handed between prep tasks. The set is listed as dishwasher safe, forged from 1.4116 high-carbon German stainless steel. The trade-off against the rest of this set is warranty. Astercook does not publish one in the listing. The Henckels does, and the Ninja publishes a 10-year sharpness guarantee. If a written warranty is what you are buying, this is not your set. **Pros:** - Smallest block footprint at 8.5 x 7 x 4.5 in - Full 15-piece lineup including shears and steak knives - Built-in sharpener in the block itself - Forged 1.4116 German stainless steel - Sells faster than the rest of this set **Cons:** - No warranty stated in the listing - Non-stick coating is a manufacturer claim, not a measured figure - Black finish shows water spots more than natural steel [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1YBPJ43?tag=scotchcigars-20) ## 2\. McCook Knife Set Kitchen Steel Knife Block Set — Best for heavy use **A 15-piece stainless set built around ergonomic handles and a wider block, aimed at cooks who spend forty minutes at the board rather than ten.** [![McCook 15-piece stainless knife block with built-in sharpener — proves the wide 14.3-inch block footprint.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ONjotg97L._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G6QX21B?tag=scotchcigars-20) **Best for:** long prep sessions where hand fatigue is the real limit. **Skip it if:** counter space is very tight. McCook makes a specific claim in the listing: heavy or poorly balanced knives cause hand fatigue during long prep sessions, and these ergonomic stainless steel handles are engineered for a comfortable grip. That is the manufacturer's pitch, not a measured torque figure, but it is the right pitch for this set. At 7.21 lb the block is roughly the same mass as the Astercook, but the 6.1 x 14.3 x 9.6 in footprint gives every knife its own wider slot and the whole set a more planted stance on the counter. The 15-piece lineup includes an 8" chef, 8" slicing, 5" fine edge santoku and the usual family of utility and steak knives, plus a wooden block with a built-in sharpener. The blades are forged German stainless steel, per McCook, with the usual claim of rust resistance and long-lasting edges. Only one seller lists this set on Amazon right now, so pricing tends to be less flexible than on the Astercook. The trade-off is real: 14.3 in of counter is a lot in a small induction kitchen. If you have a narrow prep zone next to the cooktop, the Astercook or the FULLHI wall of storage will suit you better. **Pros:** - Ergonomic stainless handles for extended prep - Wooden block with built-in sharpener - Full 15-piece lineup for a whole kitchen - German-forged stainless blades **Cons:** - 14.3 in block footprint is the second-widest here - Only one seller stocks it - No published warranty [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G6QX21B?tag=scotchcigars-20) ## 3\. Astercook Knife Set 15 Piece German Steel Kitchen — Best for families **The warmer, wooden-block sibling of the overall winner, with a one-piece stainless handle design and a walnut brown block that fits a family kitchen aesthetic.** [![Astercook 15-piece walnut wooden knife block with one-piece stainless knives — proves the seamless all-steel handle design.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/411VUse3iWL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTV7FZJT?tag=scotchcigars-20) **Best for:** a busy household that wants a warmer wooden block on the counter. **Skip it if:** you want a published weight before you buy. This is the second Astercook here, and it is the one to pick when the block has to sit on the counter and look at home in a family kitchen. Astercook describes it as a one-piece stainless steel design with an anti-slip grip and a seamless finish, paired with a walnut brown wooden block. The 15-piece set covers the standard family: 8" chef for chopping, 8" bread knife for loaves, 8" slicing knife for meat, 7" santoku for vegetables, plus utility, paring, steak knives and shears. Astercook lists the knives as rust-resistant and dishwasher safe. That is convenient for a busy kitchen with kids clearing plates, but every knife maker will tell you a whetstone lasts longer than a dishwasher rack. Use the top rack, blades pointing down, if you must. The honest weakness is the listing itself: no weight is published, and the block dimensions are given only as "Large." That is the trade-off you accept for the wooden block and the seamless handles. It sells more slowly than the other Astercook in this set, so stock and pricing can drift. **Pros:** - Walnut brown wooden block for a warmer counter look - Seamless one-piece stainless handles - Dishwasher-safe knives per the listing - 15-piece lineup for a family kitchen **Cons:** - No published weight or precise dimensions - Slowest of the two Astercook sets to sell - One-piece steel handles run cold in the hand [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTV7FZJT?tag=scotchcigars-20) ## 4\. Henckels Statement 15-Pc Knife Block Set — Most versatile **The only set here with a published lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects, and the heaviest block on the list at 8.6 lb.** [![Henckels Statement 15-piece natural wood knife block — proves the heavier 8.6 lb block that plants on the counter.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41+CwIXBTmL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GHX5HGG?tag=scotchcigars-20) **Best for:** a cook who wants a lifetime warranty and a heavier, planted block. **Skip it if:** you want the lightest set on the counter. Henckels is the brand you probably knew before you clicked on this article, and the Statement 15-piece is the reason. The set includes a 3-inch paring knife, 5-inch serrated utility, 7-inch santoku with hollow edge, 8-inch chef's, 8-inch bread and the usual steak knives, sharpening steel and shears. The block measures 11.7 x 12.5 x 5.51 in and weighs 8.6 lb, which makes it the heaviest and among the largest here. Two things justify the premium price position. First, the lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects. None of the other five sets publishes that in the listing. Second, the depth of the range: Henckels sells matching individual knives, so if you break a paring knife in three years, you can replace one piece rather than the whole block. The listing describes the knives as dishwasher safe with stain and rust-free blades, and Henckels describes them as "German Engineered Knife Informed by over 100 Years of Mastery," which is brand copy rather than a measured figure. The trade-off is footprint and weight. At 8.6 lb and nearly a foot square, the block is the wrong choice for a tight induction kitchen. **Pros:** - Lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects - 8.6 lb block plants firmly on the counter - 15-piece lineup with hollow-edge santoku - Dishwasher-safe blades per the listing **Cons:** - Largest counter footprint in this set - The most expensive pick here by price position - No built-in sharpener in the block [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GHX5HGG?tag=scotchcigars-20) ## 5\. Ninja NeverDull 10-Pc German Steel Knife Set — Best premium **A modern 10-piece set with a removeable ceramic sharpening wheel and a 10-year guarantee to stay razor sharp when used and maintained as directed.** [![Ninja NeverDull 10-piece German steel knife set in Cyberspace finish — proves the removeable ceramic sharpening wheel on the block.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/413IL7JwxcL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H2NGQLLR?tag=scotchcigars-20) **Best for:** a shopper who wants a long sharpness guarantee and a modern block. **Skip it if:** you want a 15-piece drawer of options. The Ninja NeverDull takes a different angle on the whole category. It is a 10-piece set rather than a 15, and the block is 14.9 x 9.92 x 9.53 in, so it is not a compact object. What you buy is the sharpener. Ninja calls it NeverDull Technology: a dynamic ceramic sharpening wheel that engages the blade at the correct angle and applies the right pressure, and it comes off the block for use elsewhere or off-counter storage. Ninja guarantees the knives will stay razor sharp for 10 or more years when used and maintained as directed. Ninja also says the blades are premium German stainless steel and have been tested to over 400,000 cuts, per the listing. Both are manufacturer claims. What is verifiable in the data: this is the newest set here, released in 2026 per the listing, and only one seller lists it. It is the slowest seller of the six as well. The honest trade-off is piece count. Ten pieces is a working kitchen knife set, but you do not get the six steak knives that come with the 15-piece boxes. If you own steak knives already, that is a feature. If you do not, it is a gap. **Pros:** - 10-year sharpness guarantee per the listing - Removeable ceramic sharpening wheel - Newest set here, released in 2026 - Modern block design in Cyberspace finish **Cons:** - Ten pieces rather than fifteen - The most expensive pick here by price position - The slowest seller of the six [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H2NGQLLR?tag=scotchcigars-20) ## 6\. FULLHI 14pcs Japanese Knives Set — Best lightweight **The lightest set on this list at 3.97 lb, with a hand-sharpened 16-degree edge and a slim coffee-wood block that fits a shallow counter.** [![FULLHI 14-piece knife set in coffee wood block — proves the slim 1.97-inch block depth for shallow counters.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51IWK1ZbMWL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S9YG91R?tag=scotchcigars-20) **Best for:** smaller hands and shorter prep sessions. **Skip it if:** you plan to run knives through the dishwasher. FULLHI is the outlier here in almost every way. The full title reads "14pcs Japanese Knives Set, Premium German Stainless Steel," which is the manufacturer's own framing. The blade steel is listed as 5Cr17 stainless, with a conical ground edge hand-sharpened to a 16-degree angle. The block is 0.79 x 13.2 x 1.97 in with a total set weight of 3.97 lb, which is roughly half of the Henckels. That footprint fits behind a cooktop where a chunky block would not. The 14-piece lineup includes an 8" chef, 8" slicer, 8" bread, a 7" and a 5" santoku, a 7" cleaver, a 5" universal and a 3.5" paring. That is a broader single-knife range than any other set here. The trade-off is hand cleaning: FULLHI states "Please Hand Clean And Don't Use Dish Washer" in the listing, so this is not the set for a household that clears plates by loading the machine. Compared with the rest of this group, FULLHI is a specialist pick. Lighter blades, a narrower handle, a slim block and a 16-degree edge suit precision work more than plough-through prep. The trade-off against the two Astercook sets is that it sells far more slowly, which sometimes means older stock. **Pros:** - 3.97 lb total weight, the lightest here - 1.97 in block depth for shallow counters - Wider blade range including a 7" cleaver - Hand-sharpened 16-degree conical edge per the listing **Cons:** - Hand wash only per the manufacturer - The slowest seller in this set - 5Cr17 steel is a different grade from the sets calling out 1.4116 [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S9YG91R?tag=scotchcigars-20) ## How much counter space will the block eat? The blocks in this set range from just under 60 square inches of footprint to nearly 150\. That matters more in an induction kitchen than in any other, because induction hobs tend to be flush-installed on runs of counter that were planned around a specific layout. Adding a chunky block after the fact is how prep space disappears. Here is the footprint ranking, measured from the published dimensions. 1. FULLHI, 13.2 x 1.97 in on the counter. Slim enough to slide behind the hob. 2. Astercook (black block), 8.5 x 7 in. The most compact real block here. 3. McCook, 14.3 x 6.1 in. Wide but shallow. 4. Henckels Statement, 12.5 x 11.7 in. The biggest single object here. 5. Ninja NeverDull, 14.9 x 9.92 in. Deep and wide. 6. Astercook (walnut block), footprint not published. If your counter run is under a foot deep, only the Astercook black block and the FULLHI belong on it. Everything else is a drawer conversation. ## Which set fits which cook? The six picks map to six recognisable cooks. Read down the list and pick the one you are. - Fast weeknight cook, small counter, wants one thing that just works: the Astercook 15-piece with black block. - Batch prepper who spends an hour at the board on a Sunday: the McCook 15-piece with the wider ergonomic handles. - Family kitchen where the block has to look like furniture: the Astercook walnut set. - Long-haul buyer who wants a written warranty and matching individual knives on the shelf: the Henckels Statement. - New-kitchen fitter who wants a modern block and a sharpener that outlasts the fridge: the Ninja NeverDull. - Precision cook, apartment kitchen, dishwasher is not the point: the FULLHI 14-piece. None of the six is a wrong answer. The one that suits you is the one whose block dimensions fit the counter you already have. ## What the listings do not tell you There are four things worth knowing that no product page here spells out. **Steel grade is not a shorthand for quality.** Astercook lists 1.4116 German stainless, which is a well-known kitchen alloy. FULLHI lists 5Cr17, which is a different grade. Neither is bad. Both need honing. **A built-in sharpener is not a whetstone.** Astercook, McCook, the walnut Astercook and Ninja all include a sharpening feature in the block. That maintains an edge; it does not restore a chipped one. Plan on a real sharpening service or a whetstone every two years. **Dishwasher-safe is a legal claim, not a recommendation.** Astercook and Henckels both list dishwasher safety. FULLHI explicitly asks for hand wash. Even for the sets that allow the dishwasher, edges last longer with a sink and a towel. **Warranty is where the sets diverge most.** Henckels publishes a lifetime warranty against defects. Ninja publishes a 10-year sharpness guarantee. The other four publish neither. Weight that against the price positions before you decide. ## The verdict The best german knife set for induction cooktops is the Astercook 15-piece with block and sharpener. It wins because it does the most in the smallest amount of counter space: a full six-knife lineup, six steak knives, shears and a one-handed sharpener in a block that measures 8.5 x 7 x 4.5 in and weighs 7.28 lb. In an induction kitchen, where the hob eats a chunk of the counter and everything else has to fit around it, that footprint is worth more than an extra half-inch of blade. The condition that flips the recommendation is warranty. If you want a written lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects and access to matching replacement knives years down the line, buy the Henckels Statement instead. It weighs 8.6 lb, occupies 11.7 x 12.5 in of counter, and it will still be sold in the same configuration a decade from now. The other condition is prep style. If you cook for an hour at a stretch and hand fatigue is the real limit, the McCook 15-piece with the ergonomic stainless handles earns the trade in extra footprint. Everything else in the shortlist serves a narrower buyer. ## FAQ ### Are German knife sets safe to use near induction cooktops? German knife sets are safe near induction cooktops in the same way any kitchen knife is: keep the blade on the board, not on the hob. None of the six listings here publishes an induction-specific certification, because knives do not sit on the cooktop during use. Store the set in its block, away from the hob's edge, and the induction surface stays scratch-free. ### Is a 15-piece knife set worth it over a 10-piece? A 15-piece knife set is worth it when the six steak knives and shears fill real gaps in your drawer. If you already own steak knives you like, the Ninja NeverDull 10-piece gives you the working blades and a sharpening wheel without the redundant hardware. The Astercook, McCook, walnut Astercook and Henckels all include the fuller 15-piece lineup for a family kitchen. ### What blade steel do these German knife sets use? The blade steels named in these listings vary. Astercook's black-block set is forged from 1.4116 high-carbon German stainless steel per its listing. McCook, the walnut Astercook, Henckels and Ninja state German stainless steel without naming the grade. FULLHI names 5Cr17 stainless steel and describes its edge as hand-sharpened to a 16-degree angle. All six resist rust when dried after use. ### Astercook or Henckels: which German knife set should I buy? Astercook or Henckels comes down to warranty against footprint. The Astercook 15-piece packs the same knife count into a 8.5 x 7 in block, roughly half the counter space of the 12.5 x 11.7 in Henckels Statement, with a built-in sharpener the Henckels lacks. The Henckels answers with a published lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects and matching individual replacements, which the Astercook does not offer. ### What is the biggest mistake buyers make with a German knife set? The biggest mistake buyers make is buying the block before measuring the counter. In an induction kitchen where the hob and its clearance zone already claim a stretch of the run, a 14.9-inch-wide Ninja block or an 11.7-inch-deep Henckels block turns the prep zone into a shelf for the block. Measure first, then choose from the sets whose footprint fits. Start with your counter. Pull a tape measure across the space next to the induction hob, note the depth and the width, and cross-reference the block dimensions in the table above. The Astercook 15-piece black block is the default because it fits almost every kitchen: compact enough for a galley, heavy enough to plant on a bigger counter, complete enough that you are unlikely to need another knife for two years. If your counter allows the extra footprint and you want a written warranty behind the purchase, the Henckels Statement is the swap. Either way, buy the set, unbox it, and put every knife in the block. That is where knives belong when the induction hob is on. *Last updated: September 9, 2026\. Product availability re-checked.* *This page contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.*