KitchenAid Classic Multifunction Can Opener/Bottle Opener, 8.34-Inch, Black

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The opener is user friendly and presents a large, easy–crank turning knob for added convenience and ease of use. The opener is for handwashing only. Features and Benefits

KitchenAid Multi-Function Can Opener - Red | Robert Dyas

Electric can openers are fast, easy, and very safe, as they completely remove the lid without involving any hands and fingers at all. But they cost more than manual models and are a unitasker that takes up space on the counter. An electric can opener is a great timesaving option if you'll be opening a lot of cans often, or an easy option for someone who has trouble with hand movement or strength since there's no cranking involved. In general, a manual can opener is just as good at opening cans as an electric one; there's just more effort involved. We tested several manual can openers in home kitchens to evaluate side by side. We used each one to open multiple sizes of cans and rated them on design, performance, ease of use, cleaning, and overall value. We also factored in the strength of the magnet and its effectiveness in grabbing the lid from the can once cut. The tests included: If you're looking for a manual can opener that won't break the bank, this is a great option because it's reasonably priced and still does the job well. It earns extra points for ease of use and a slim design. During testing, we noticed and liked that this can opener is quite lightweight compared to all-metal models. We find it would be a good option for individuals with weaker or arthritic hands since there's no squeezing required to use. In our experience, most can openers last a long time. The first part to falter is often the blade(s). They don't often break, but they inevitably become dull. With a small amount of effort and some care, you can sharpen the blades yourself, greatly extending the useful life of your can opener. Beware that the blades are sharp. Be careful whenever handling blades to avoid injury. Minimal pressure required to operate, stylish and relatively compact design, doesn't create sharp edgesNo matter how big or small your kitchen is, you will probably need to use a can opener at some point, whether you’re opening canned vegetables for lunch or feeding the resident cat her favorite dinner. Manual can openers are a great tool to have in the kitchen because they take up less space than their electric counterparts, and they don't cost nearly as much. Easy to Use– With a simple, multi–functional and user friendly design, this can opener is an effective tool and simply a must–have in all kitchens. The combination of a sharp blade and electric power led to high scores in sharpness and smoothness for the electric models like this Cuisinart. A can opener basically does two things: It holds onto and rotates the can, and it cuts through the metal lid. Most metal can openers have a pair of hinged arms that you clamp onto the top of the can and hold closed either manually or with a latch while you turn a knob or hand crank attached to a sharp wheel that cuts the lid and a gear wheel that rotates the can. Other one-piece models clip onto the edge of the can and clamp themselves in place when you start turning the knob. The cut lid often has sharp edges, and many manual openers have magnets, mini-pliers, or other tools to remove and dispose of the lid without having to use your hands. You can't go wrong with the highly-rated OXO Good Grips Smooth Edge Can Opener. The side-wind mechanism cuts through cans easily and doesn't leave any sharp objects behind. It's constructed of high-quality stainless steel that's dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. Customers agree that this well-designed can opener is a great value.

KitchenAid Can Opener, Tin and Bottle Opener, Stainless Steel

Again this metric favored the electric models. It was hard to ignore that the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch, Kitchen Mama, and Cuisinart Deluxe Electric require minimal effort to operate and produce open cans that are either smooth or sharp, but easy to manage. Each of these models merely involves attaching the can, pressing a button, and stepping away, and they open up cans with no additional effort necessary. The Hamilton Beach and Kitchen Mama resulted in the smoothest can and lids after opening up garbanzo beans or cans of tuna, leaving behind no sharp edges for kid- and adult-friendly finger preservation. We're all clumsy to an extent, and removing sharp edges from the equation is pretty sweet. The Kuhn Rikon has five additional features. Two bottle openers, a twist top assist, a pop top assist, and pincers to help with lid removal. Folks who find that twisting a small knob is uncomfortable will love this can opener because it has a large crank handle. If you're worried about storing an item with such a large crank handle, it's able to fold down for easier storage—it doesn't get more convenient than that. We noted that using it is simple and takes little effort thanks to the extra-smooth knob and cutting blade. Depending on the can, there can be some rough spots left on the lids. Since you’ll have to fish the lid out of the can with your fingers or a utensil, use extra care to protect your hands. The zinc-plated carbon steel construction resists rusting and feels extra durable. As the name suggests, the tool is American-made, unlike some lookalikes on the market.Thankfully, a great can opener doesn't have to cost a fortune. Still, when considering performance metrics, we don't want to forget the importance of finding the best return on your investment. If you are looking for the ease of an electric model, the Cuisinart Deluxe provides a well-performing kitchen appliance at a similar price point to some manual models. If you are someone who needs a non-traditional clamping grip or prefers to use an ambidextrous model, the Joseph Joseph caught our eye for an ambidextrous option. It also happens to be extremely compact and comes in at a steal of a price.