The Best Electric Can Openers

Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews electric can openers.
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[@testbenchdude]

We've used that HB one for over a year now and have grown to love it. Just watch out for the occasional metal "whisker" on the sides of the can though.

[@robinvarnadoe7434]

Both my mom and I have the Hamilton beach electric can opener. Wouldn’t trade it for any other!

[@markvpinkham]

I was in need of a new can opener so I took your advice. I purchased the Hamilton Beach and it works great. Greatly appreciated.

[@shailajasuva9845]

Hamelton beach can opner

[@christopherdurham1999]

TBF, that winner pretty much CAN'T tip over; you have to keep your hand on it to keep it running. (I've been using one of that model for some years.)

[@TrussJesus]

Was thinking the same thing lol I'm gunna get one too but her comment without that disclaimer had a lot of partnership energy 💸 they also seem pretty honest in other videos so we're not gunna boycott-- just ditto'ing lol

[@frizzen]

I have the Proctor Silex you showed, and yes it is very finicky. It also just died - the can pops off and won't open. This video was perfectly timed. Thank you.

[@DanErwin]

There's a lot of bad product review videos out there that we all have to sort through but this one was great! I'm thankful for this video. It was short, sweet, to the point, and it felt like my aunt was giving my some needed insight before buying something.

[@wmalden]

I have the Hamilton Beach. It is the best can opener I have ever owned. Love it!

[@Carldemor]

Loved it. Easy, well explained, professional.

[@wayne2091]

I have one like the first opener you demonstrated. It's works great. I don't care how long it takes. I open cans while I'm browning hamburger or sautéing veggies! Wouldn't go back to your choice!

[@ritageorge8748]

I just love her hints& it's rare I miss the TV shows on create tv&trally enjoyed the at home shows

[@thegreenplantern3033]

I’m at that age where I’m watching small kitchen appliance reviews for joy 🥴 also… i do need a can opener. Just opened 12 cans of beans with a hand opener…

[@Ichiryu000]

longevity is a big buying point for me. You should talk about materials. Most list some metal in it specifications but how much of the it is that metal?

[@SamtheMan0508]

Perfect timing! I'm in the market for an electric can opener.

[@mastersplinter5966]

ATK, can you please review Garlic Presses/Choppers in the near future. 🙏

[@Paulxl]

They have one but it's behind the suspcription paywall on their website.

[@houchi69]

They already did one

[@tiffanystewardbenn7922]

Thank you 💜

[@aktam99]

Can you recommend a knife/scissors sharpener?

[@bmp713]

Can any of these open large and wide 120 ounce cans? Has anyone actually tried? I tried the Black and Decker and it did not work.

[@ToxicSpork]

It looked like Lisa was going to have a Maximum Overdrive moment for a second there and get attacked by that can opener flying off the can

[@vickiegray690]

😂😂😂

[@BeastMortThe]

A word of CAUTION: I had a Hamilton Beach safety can opener roughly 4 - 6 years ago and had I not been observant, I could have died or been seriously injured. Now let me first say that I'm not 100% sure what model I had at the time, so if this is newer than 4 yrs old then it couldn't be the same one. Anyway... I used it to open 2 cans of baked beans and took notice to these super thin metal strands hanging off both cans and then noticed smaller strands inside my beans. Needless to say I tossed the beans and got a refund on the opener and have always been scared to try using these types of openers.

[@brianparent]

The Hamilton Beach Can Opener.... Worst can Opener I ever bought, and I've been trying to use it for 6 months now. I keep having to us a regular can opener, because it just doesn't work.

[@brianparent]

I ended up buying The EZ Duz it can opener. Not electric, but opens a can better than any can opener I've ever owned. Made in America too.

[@SE013]

46 seconds is long? I'd happily take that, especially as those 46 seconds are hands free and you can complete other kitchen tasks in the meanwhile! The winner, on the other hand, requires both hands, which in a sense wastes a lot of time and opportunity.

[@nancyleitner6396]

I bought the kitchen mama and it broke the 2nd time I used it. I contacted the company 4 months ago and haven't heard back. Waste of $20 + dollars.

[@donquinn1343]

Hello!

[@daepst1]

I bought a kitchen mama broke after about a year.

[@buttonsbebe]

You kept the weight of your hand and arm on the opener. Unfair testing.

[@buttonsbebe]

@@sandrah7512 the one she said tipped over she took her hand off when demonstrating. There’s a difference. That’s enough for me. Have a good day.

[@mjb1475]

@@buttonsbebe If it can't tip over because you need to hold the button down it's not unfair testing. The result is IT WONT TIP OVER. It's part of the design.

[@surprisek3918]

Wow, one has to consume A LOT of canned items to justify rhis purchase. Bet they eat a lot of processed and fast foods too huh?

[@charlieharris3240]

Or as Lisa said from the get-go "you have issues with hand strength". 🤨 You seem fun. A lot of great food comes in cans - vegetables, beans, fruits, fish - got any pets? Opening up a can of tomatoes is not the equivalent of scarfing down a Big Mac. An electric or battery operated can opener may not be for everyone, but that doesn't justify looking down your nose at those who might want one and especially at those who need one. 🤦‍♂

[@mjb1475]

Doesn't seem like that would be any of your business.

[@cowgirljane3316]

Would love air fry recipes every once in a while. I don't have an oven.

[@peterwickham9984]

Don't eat food out of a can

[@captainamericaamerica8090]

YOU'RE MR. CLUELESS= YOU= 😳😳😳CANNED FOODS ARE GREAT TODAY! PRESERVE WELL IN STORMS! HURRICANES! HAVE GREAT SALES! AND FEED BILLIONS!! EVERY DAY! NOW GET A REAL LEFT YOU SERIAL LOSER😥😥😳😳😳😳

[@CPUGaming]

Insane

[@jam6875]

why?

[@roxpr2000]

When a hurricane comes and leaves my country without power for days or weeks, as Fiona did 18 days ago, believe me, canned food is a godsend.

[@minigiant8998]

@@roxpr2000 no, u might get sick.

[@richardengelhardt582]

Another example of the downhill slide in kitchen appliances. I am 74 years old. My mother had a GE electric can opener purchased in 1950. It worked on all types of cans, never tipped over, etc. Had a magnet to catch the cut-off lid so it didn't fall into the contents of the opened can. Never broke. Easy and safe for me and my sister to use as children. Eventually, the machine found its way to our family summer house, where it is still functioning perfectly!

[@loveisall5520]

Care to do some bacteria testing on that mechanism? Bet not...

[@travisjones4349]

@@loveisall5520 your name doesn't seem to fit you

[@sheilaratliff8177]

Totally agree with you. I am sure I used a few electric can openers prior to hurricane Harvey. I never had a problem. I must have bought six after the hurricane before I found one that worked. It just stopped working so I am hunting once again. This process is very expensive and very frustrating. I may end up searching flea markets.

[@Isletfemme]

I want one!

[@kbanghart]

​@@travisjones4349why not? All they did was mention bacteria which is valid

[@jake9705]

Saw the plug-in winner on the table and instantly knew it was going to win. My family has been using it for 10 years without issue except for one: sometimes fussy to get can into position. Otherwise nearly the perfect gadget. We were sick of hand crank models failing so much so we got the electric version.

[@DD-mn9jh]

I absolutely love the Hamilton Beach can opener! I have an arm injury that kicks up when opening multiple cans for chili and this is a life saver! I hate things on my counter but this has earned a spot!

[@dorothyedwards7225]

Thank you so much I used the Farberware from Walmart, it didn't work so well. It took a few times around to cut the can and it was hard to see the cut and pull apart. I'm going to return it. I thougt it being with the name Farberware that it would be good and worth it.

[@philippapay4352]

This is particularly useful for the handicapped, including those with arthritis. Thank you for noting where the opening was cut.

[@minigiant8998]

and those with amputations

[@michaelvegas107]

This woman is absolutely adorable! The person in charge of casting at ATK should get a bonus! ❤

[@Christopher-kv2ey]

Thank you so much for the review my mother has tremors in her hands so that Hamilton beach can opener sounds perfect and as you were explaining the issues with some of them it hit home for me because I've bought one electric can opener and was not satisfied with it so this was very helpful

[@CLTGeek]

I love my Tornado F4. Similar in style to the Kitchen Mama but smaller. Have had it for 4 years and it's never let me down. For those of us with limited counter space, lacking places to plug things in, or limited dexterity, the units like the Tornado F4 are heaven sent. Best thing about the "slowness" of them? You can multitask! You click it on, hit the button and do something else. This really comes into play when making things that require lots of cans - like chili with beans. I can open all my cans, hands-free, while simultaneously browning my hamburger or minced chuck.

[@rosemarydoran9907]

My favorite is the rechargeable walk and go can opener. I have tried many of the battery operated can openers because I am a stroke survivor who has lost the use of one arm so I can no longer get the standard electric can openers to work for me because I don't have a second hand to hold the can up while I operate the handle. The battery operated ones work great for about the first pair of batteries but once that initial pair of batteries gave out and I changed the batteries, the can opener always seemed to poop out. Like I said I tried multiple different brands in different price points and it didn't matter whether I spent $10 or $30. They just weren't worth it! The rechargeable walk and go can opener has been my go-to and my saving grace. I cannot operate a manual can opener because of my disabilities.

[@philippapay4352]

@Rosemary Doran - Thank you for this critique because I am handicapped and need something I can reliably use.

[@rosemarydoran9907]

@@philippapay4352 my pleasure! It takes a bit to get used to but once you do you will love it. It is about $26.99 and available online at many retailers including Walmart so it's very accessible. I hope you are able to find one and think it is helpful to you.

[@turbobuick86]

Walk and Go or Walk and Cut?

[@trr5291]

I have a $16 Toastmaster electric can opener. It has worked fine Every time I use it.

[@pmichaud23]

I had trouble opening up cans with a manual can opener because of arthritis. I don't know how many brands of manual openers I bought in the previous 10 years. My husband finally bought me the ATK winner, the Hamilton Beach electric can opener about 3 years ago. I love that it cuts the lid from the side which is added safety and I recommend it. I still gloat over, it to myself, because I struggled for so long. The only problem I could see was if the electricity ever went out, I would have a problem. So I found a manual can open that also cuts from the side, as a backup. It has a large turning knob on top, though that too is somewhat harder for me to use, but it is better than nothing if the electricity goes out.

[@nicole9105]

I got the winner for some older friends a few years ago. It’s awesome. No problems and is still going strong.

[@marciamalotte3524]

Not true. I bought the Hamilton beach can opener and it consistently DOES NOT work on smaller cans.

[@SageStupidity]

What a coincidence! I was actually looking up an atk video about this yesterday. Was kinda bummed i couldn't find anything. I'm in the market for an electric model. Thanks for posting today

[@indioraj]

Why did she let go of the one that tipped over but kept holding the Hamilton beach so it wouldn't tip over? Seems like a biased demonstration.

[@sarahj2404]

I have the red and white opener that got decent marks. We really like it.

[@MsSassyMT]

Just what I needed to see. I'm over manual openers. It seems like they don't last very long. The Hamilton Beach was the one I was hoping to find a review for. Thank you for this.

[@danilincks5809]

I’ve had one of those forever and I love it!

[@tubulartuber]

it's weird that the HB won since the way it opens cans is the exact method that they complained about for the manual can opener tests (the safety opener method--in the manual opener tests they said it left behind strings of adhesive)

[@stephylouise]

That’s the one I have and I love it! I even brought a backup incase it ever breaks 😂

[@dubhtail]

Bought the Hamilton Beach based on this. HUGE MISTAKE. Worked on maybe two cans. Cento tomatoes? Nope. Tomato paste? Absolutely not. Tuna? Not a chance. A can of beans, sure. But not even stewed tomatoes. Time and time again I find your reviews a bit sketchy but figured it was personal preference. After this? I no longer trust you. Same with your recipes to be honest. A lot of them haven't been good for years as well. I no longer buy print nor subscribe to the site but this is the last to go. When you can't even recommend a good electric can opener? You're of no use to me.

[@Ryarios]

Interesting. I bought one about 3 years ago and it works great. Granted I only open about 3 cans a week, but it works on Cento tomatoes just fine. And every other tomato can It even works great on the thin tomato paste cans. It opens cans as well today as it did the day I bought it. One revolution and the can is open - every time.

[@95SLE]

So, which one was the easiest to clean the cutting and gear wheels?

[@loveisall5520]

I avoided electric can openers for decades 'cause I hated that filthy little cutter on them. I bought the H-B that you liked a couple of years ago. I don't open many cans but it replaced a manual Kuhn Rikon safety opener and I love mine also.

[@barbarajarvis7441]

Hamilton Beach is a dependable brand in general. I consider their can opener the best one I've ever used. Incredibly effective.

[@lanaj1107]

I'm left handed and an electric can opener is a god send. I have owned the Hamilton Beach opener for a few years and it's by far the best can opener I've ever owned. Works flawlessly every time. Any bets they will discontinue it or redesign it so it becomes a piece of junk?

[@blueblazer201]

Yeah right... the Hamilton Beach "never tipped over", considering you left your hand on top, gee whiz... you think maybe because you kept your hand on top???

[@unkjason]

None of those, but I have one made in the late 60's. It still works.

[@zsavage1820]

HAMILTON BEACH IS JUNK!!!!! wouldn't give 10cents for any of them... I bought one and it keeps kicking the can off every 1/4 "

[@elimgarak7330]

The downside of this HB model -- and, I suspect, of all similar models -- is that the blade wears out after a year or two, so the appliance itself is a wear item.

[@tonyrowland9216]

as far as speed gose what do you want. Kitchen mama is total junk.

[@JayLav-kk6wj]

Too Funny. The one can opener doesn't tip over because you kept your hand on the back as you have to keep it depressed to run. And the one that sits on top and takes 40 seconds you acted like you were in fear of it and wouldn't put your hand on it. I appreciate you giving reviews, but report the facts and please don't be dramatic on the product.

[@specialized29er86]

I'm about to have rotator cuff surgery and went to the largest white goods outlet in Australia and they only stock one opener, Sunbeam Open All electric can opener and to use I'll have to mount it to the bench top.

[@allanredford6070]

hello from Witzerland. you lovely ladies doing a gtrat job.

[@ricky302v8]

0:45 Yes! who can waste those precious 20 seconds opening a can!!!

[@nunya___]

2:55 It never tipped over because you have to hold the top down to keep it running. It's simple physics. Also, this seemed more a Ad for HB than a test...not that it isn't a good can opener.

[@izz7149]

Because it cuts the side of the can, it often doesn't work at all and I have to attempt to open the top with a knife and get cut so it works so poorly its dangerous.

[@bletheringfool]

I want one that can open spam, corned beef and sardines style cans

[@rcwck]

That HB is a fail for me might have got a lemon. Going back to Wally World tomorrow

[@minigiant8998]

ugh i dont think i can own anything hamilton beach. it's synonymous with cheap.

[@G3BEWD]

Never seeing myself needing an electric can opener

[@brianarrington4569]

And just that quick the winner went from $30 to $40

[@tamiess6344]

These aren't one handed ..

[@dpny939]

What other can openers did you test?

[@mypeteskimo5307]

This has to be a very old video

[@troystewart2909]

Thank you.

[@ralphcosenza1646]

Thank you

[@mikel8367]

Hello.😊😊

[@williamjones7163]

Hello!

[@luiszambrano8229]

It doesn't tip over cause your holding it 😂

[@donnamccroan6258]

That's how you operate it. By pressing down on the lever.

[@slamboy66]

I have had my Tornado for years and love it with rechargeable (4)AA's .

[@bobs8831]

I have had a kitchen mama clone for years. I got it for the safety feature of no sharp lids, probably after I slashed myself. It did the job I wanted but the time it took was interminable. I will be getting your winner ASAP. Because my current opener did the job, I stopped looking.

[@nancybarnett2832]

I have a Black and Decker rechargeable can opener for over 22 years. I have no idea how the batteries are still working but they are! I love this can opener, but its days are probably numbered after 22 years of use.

[@leadfoot1229]

I like the kitchen mama. I hate cluttered counters and there is no space anyway. I can be stirring something while it's opening the can. If it dies I would buy another one.

[@susananderson9619]

Hamilton Beach made it like the old school electric can openers yeah thank you for the comparison since in the market for an electric opener

[@morrismonet3554]

I like my cheaper Hamilton Beach because I can use it like a regular opener or take the rechargeable top off and use it on food service size cans.

[@dixieboy58]

I have a refurbished one (Hamilton Beach) that I paid $38 for and I Love it! Best money I’ve ever spent on an electric can opener

[@julietrae526]

The issue with the minis until the speed, it is that the gears detach at the weld point far too often, leaving them unusable.

[@kronky18]

LOVE my Hamilton Beach opener! It's the best one I've ever had, never a problem with it.

[@derekdurst9984]

what about rectangular and oval cans???

[@fblthpsizzlingsuffrokats2348]

Hope yall do handheld milk frothers soon!

[@karolosteen3313]

Thank you for this :)

[@bluebird9193]

I bought the Hamilton Beach model several years ago and it works great, never failed to open a can. Even comes with a slot in back for scissors (included!)

[@KYoss68]

I was given one by friends for Christmas one year only instead of scissors it had a bottle opener in the slot in the back. Love my Hamilton Beach.

[@RebelCowboysRVs]

Your favorite lookes like the worst one in my opinion. Its the only one on the table that requires both hands to use. Thats a pretty big dealberaker for some of us.

[@lanaj1107]

I've used it for years and you don't need 2 hands. I don't know why she did that.

[@mjb1475]

@@lanaj1107 She probably did it out of habit or instinct. I do it too with the same can opener. I just feel the need to secure the can even though it's never once come loose on me.

[@AlanDayley]

I’m glad you confirmed that one we already bought as the favorite. I was right! 😅

[@cyrix_dx]

after having nothing but issues with manual can openers i'm going for the BigBoy. Thanks ATK!

[@marilynsnider8183]

Very interesting testing.

[@vickiegray690]

Ever since I started using one of those crank models that is a safety opener no sharp edges that fits into a drawer I’ll never have a counter top one again. We use the Oxox Good Grips. Probably been using it for 10 years. Save your counter space.

[@roxpr2000]

That manual Oxo one is really great. My grandparents, who both had arthritis, used it for years with no problems. I've had mine for about 7 years now and works perfectly. I believe it goes for around 20 bucks, but I live in a place where blackouts are common so I prefer not having to rely on electric can openers.

[@vickiegray690]

@@roxpr2000 You make a good point about the lack of electricity. If you have the crank model and a gas range you can live well during blackouts. I too have pretty advanced arthritis and the Xoxo works for me. Good luck and God bless you all.

[@roxpr2000]

@@vickiegray690 Sadly I don't have a gas range, but my little propane camp stove comes in very handy! 👍

[@vickiegray690]

@@roxpr2000 Sadly I don’t have a gas range anymore either. But we survived over two weeks during hurricane 🌀 Opal that brought damages to us in northwest Georgia with one. A tropical storm stalled for a long time bringing a ton of rain resulting in widespread flooding that caused trees to uproot themselves due to ground saturation.

[@omari6108]

I like how she didn’t even go through the other ones. I have the cuisineart one in my Bed Bath and Beyond cart 😂

[@omari6108]

@@sandrah7512 Because it was displayed in the video, and I figured she’d go through each of the items as they do in their other comparison videos. Seeing it perform is a bit better than reading about its performance.

[@mjb1475]

@@omari6108 This is the short video. A quick summary of their testing. Like many of their other videos. Also a quick look at the video length should of clued you in.

[@omari6108]

@@mjb1475 Then it shouldn’t be included in the video. What purpose does the items that aren’t tested serve? Decoration? 😂

[@omari6108]

@@sandrah7512 I hear you, but again, there are products not reviewed that were shown. They should have been handled differently, that’s all I’m saying; seeing a product reviewed is not the same as reading a review on that same product. I’m not passionate about this in any way to continue speaking on this. Good day to you.

[@shibalogic5269]

"took 46 seconds to open a can and I need to eat now!" Lol nowadays people want to rush everything

[@mjb1475]

It's not rushing. Waiting for something when you don't need to is just stupid.

[@pushpak]

The HB is awesome. Had it for a couple of years now.