10 Best Maple Cutting Boards
for June 2023

Maple is a hard, dense, and durable wood that's often used for cutting boards. It's popular, too, because it's naturally resistant to stains and odors, and it's easy to clean. While maple cutting boards are more pricey than plastic or wood composite boards, they're worth the investment.

In the Different Guide , we test cutting boards for performance, including thickness, cut resistance, and edge retention. We also look at durability, including durability against stains, odors, and mold. Our picks for the best maple cutting boards are the ones that hold up over time, are easy to clean, and look stylish. These are the best maple cutting boards of 2022:

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John Boos Block BBQBD Reversible Maple Wood Edge Grain BBQ Cutting Board with Juice Groove, 18 Inches x 12 Inches x 1.5 Inches

John Boos Block BBQBD Reversible Maple Wood Edge Grain BBQ Cutting Board with Juice Groove

by John Boos
What We like

A smaller board than one you might find in a restaurant or commercial kitchen, this cutting board is also one of the least expensive.

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John Boos Block R01 Maple Wood Edge Grain Reversible Cutting Board, 18 Inches x 12 Inches x 1.5 Inches

John Boos Block R01 Maple Wood Edge Grain Reversible Cutting Board

by John Boos
What We like

This beautifully made wood cutting board is 1.5 inches thick, making slicing and dicing a breeze. Two integrated hand grips on each end make moving and cleaning the board a breeze.

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John Boos Block Chop-N-Slice Maple Wood Edge Grain Reversible Cutting Board, 20 Inches x 15 Inches x 1.25 Inches

John Boos Block Chop-N-Slice Maple Wood Edge Grain Reversible Cutting Board

by John Boos
What We like

This cutting board has a smooth surface on both sides, so you can chop ingredients across the board. It's also reversible, so you get twice the use from one board.

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Sonder Los Angeles, Made in USA, Large Thick Maple Wood Cutting Board with Juice Groove, Sorting Compartment 17x13x1.5 in (Gift Box Included)

Sonder Los Angeles

by Sonder Los Angeles
What We like

When you need a cutting board, you want one that's sturdy, easy to clean, and made of high-quality wood. The Sonder cutting board is the best for all of those things, and it's made of maple, which is widely regarded as the king of hardwood cutting boards.

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John Boos Block CB1052-1M1212175 Maple Wood Square Cutting Board with Juice Groove, 12 Inches x 12 Inches x 1.5 Inches

John Boos Block CB1052-1M1212175 Maple Wood Square Cutting Board with Juice Groove

by John Boos
What We like

The John Boos maple cutting board is the least expensive board we tested, but it's the best at cutting through food, and it has a nice juice groove for catching liquids.

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John Boos Block MPL2014125G Chop-N-Slice Select Maple Wood Edge Grain Cutting Board, 20 Inches x 14 Inches x 1.25 Inches

John Boos Block MPL2014125G Chop-N-Slice Select Maple Wood Edge Grain Cutting Board

by John Boos
What We like

This board does what it's supposed to do: make chopping easy. Its reversible construction is ideal for carving and slicing, and it's dishwasher safe.

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John Boos MPL1812125G Chop-N-Slice Select Maple Edge Grain Cutting Board, 18 Inches x 12 Inches x 1.25 Inches

John Boos MPL1812125G Chop-N-Slice Select Maple Edge Grain Cutting Board

by John Boos
What We like

The John Boos MPL1812125G Chop-N-Slice Select Maple Edge Grain Cutting Board is our favorite for ease of use and price.

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Sonder Los Angeles, Large Walnut/Cherry/Maple Wood Cutting Board, Sorting Compartment, Reversible 17x13x1.1 in (Gift Box Included)

Sonder Los Angeles

by Sonder Los Angeles
What We like

The Sonder Los Angeles cutting board is a magnificent work of functional art, and a serious upgrade to any kitchen.

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Wood Cutting Board Hard Maple 17x12x1.25 Inches Reversible with Handles and Juice Groove, Extra Thick Butcher Block Chopping Board Handmade By Ferrum.

FERRUM Wood Cutting Board Hard Maple 17x12x1.25 Inches Reversible with Handles and Juice Groove

What We like

Our top pick, the maple cutting board has both handles and juice grooves on one side, making it extra user-friendly. It's solid, wellmade, and looks great in any kitchen.

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Labell Wood Cutting Boards - Large Canadian Maple Chopping Board for Meats, Vegetables, Fruits, and Cheeses - Flat Board Perfect for Carving, Serving, and Charcuterie (18

Labell Wood Cutting Boards

by Labell Boards
What We like

A good-looking board that cut cleanly. We really enjoyed this cutting board. It has a traditional look and a lovely grain pattern. We loved how effortlessly it cut our beef brisket and salmon fillets.

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