Rankings
The Kitchen Mama Orbit One is a rechargeable stainless-steel opener with interchangeable blades that handles all can sizes and provides smooth edges. Occasional lid sticking and dependence on battery charge are noted limitations. Perfect for seniors, chefs, and anyone needing a versatile, portable opener.
The Canslab Ultrablade PRO is a rechargeable, hands-free can opener that delivers fast, quiet side-cutting with an auto-stop feature. Its trade-off is incompatibility with rimless cans and vague dimension details. Best suited for arthritis-friendly home use and camping.
The Kitchen Mama Mini Plus is a compact, USB-C rechargeable electric can opener that delivers smooth, safe edges with automatic shut-off. Its small size and limited ability to open dented or soda cans are trade-offs. Ideal for seniors, travelers, and users with limited hand strength.
The Kitchen Mama One-To-Go is a handheld, AA-powered electric can opener offering smooth edge cuts and auto-stop operation. It requires separate batteries and cannot open sloped soda cans, which may limit convenience. Best suited for seniors, travelers, and compact kitchen spaces.
The Kitchen Mama Auto 2.0 is a battery-operated, handheld opener that cuts 360° smooth edges and includes a built-in magnet lid remover. Its reliance on non-included AA batteries and occasional magnet issues are drawbacks. It fits users needing portable, hands-free operation for standard cans.
The Hamilton Beach FlexCut is a rechargeable 2-in-1 electric can opener that excels at hands-free opening of large cans up to 120 oz, featuring a magnetic lid holder and cord storage. Its weight and limited expert validation may be concerns for some users. Best suited for seniors or those needing large-can convenience.
The Proctor Silex Automatic Electric Can Opener is a compact, cordless handheld device that offers hands-free, self-aligning operation with smooth-edge cutting. Its trade-off is limited disclosed battery life and a less stable handheld design. Best suited for occasional use in small kitchens, RVs, or travel.
The BLACK+DECKER Kitchen Wand Can Opener Attachment provides cordless convenience and smooth side-cut opening for standard cans. It depends on a separate base and cannot handle tall cans, limiting its versatility. Ideal for owners of the Kitchen Wand system who need a compact, hands-free opener.
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| ↓ lower better | 306 g | 317.5 g | 200 gbest | 220 g | 240 g | 453.6 g | 250 g | 272 g |
2,000 mAh | — | — | 1,500 mAh | — | — | 2,900 mAhbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | — | — | — | — | 4 Wbest | — | — |
— | — | 1 years | 1 years | — | 1 years | — | 2 yearsbest | |
2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 3best | 1 |
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Power & Battery(2) | ||||||||
Power Source | Lithium Ion | battery | AA alkaline | rechargeable battery | AA alkaline | electric_cordless_rechargeable | lithium-ion rechargeable | Cordless (Kitchen Wand base) |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 2000 mAh | — | — | 1500 mAh | — | — | 2900 mAh | — |
General Specs(1) | ||||||||
Warranty (years) | — | — | 1 years | 1 years | — | 1 years | — | 2 years |
Features(2) | ||||||||
Cutting Mechanism | side-cut | self-aligning | smooth edge side-cutting | smooth edge side-cutting | 360° side cut smooth edge | removable | 360° side cut | Side‑cut |
Can Size Compatibility | Standard | standard | circle, square, oval, vacuum‑sealed, sticky (excluding sloped soda cans) | pull‑ring, rectangular, square, elliptical tins (excluding dented and soda/beer cans) | most standard round cans, including soda cans with sloped edges and vacuum‑sealed cans | 6-120 oz | all sizes/shapes (soda to #10 cans) | Standard |
Accessories(1) | ||||||||
Number of Included Accessories | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | 1 |
Design & Build(7) | ||||||||
Blade Material | Stainless Steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | — | stainless steel | — | stainless steel | Stainless steel |
Blade Type | side-cut | — | — | — | tilted | — | tilted interchangeable | Side‑cut |
Body Material | — | — | ABS plastic | — | stainless steel and ABS plastic | stainless_steel_plastic | stainless steel | — |
Weight (g) | 306 g | 317.5 g | 200 g | 220 g | 240 g | 453.6 g | 250 g | 272 g |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 5.7×5.7×5.7 cm cm | 12.45×6.10×6.10 cm cm | 13.7×8.9×6.9 cm cm | 15.0×9.0×9.0 cm cm | 21.1×8.9×8.9 cm cm | 13.39 x 25.98 x 11.99 cm | 15.1×9.0×6.9 cm cm | 16.3×10.9×6.1 cm cm |
Mount Type | — | handheld | freestanding/handheld | — | handheld | base | — | — |
Cord Storage | — | false | — | — | — | true | — | — |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the Ultrablade PRO's hands-free automation, full-lap side-cutting and auto-stop as standout features that eliminate manual effort. They commend its senior-friendly one-touch operation, eco-friendly rechargeable battery with USB-C charging, and performance gains of 28% less noise and 28% faster cutting compared to AA-powered models, while noting its limitation to rimmed cans and vague dimension details.
Everyday users consistently praise the opener's effortless one-press operation, smooth safe edges, strong magnetic lid holder and long battery life of about 120 cans per charge. Common themes include appreciation for its quiet performance and portability for camping, with recurring concerns about reduced battery life on larger cans and unclear storage dimensions.
“this little machine does it all”
“just press and it goes around automatically”
“We love our Mini! It's simple to use, totally safe, and small enough for my daughter to join in without worry. A game changer in our kitchen”
Professional sources emphasize the 76504's convenience, noting its automatic shutoff, washable cutting lever, and ability to handle many can sizes with a single, hands-free motion.
Consumer feedback is sparse; however, related corded models are praised for easy alignment and user-friendly operation, suggesting similar satisfaction may apply to the cordless version.
Professional reviewers commend the Kitchen Mama for its ergonomic palm-fit design, single-button ease of use, and consistently clean 360° cuts that leave no sharp edges, emphasizing its hygienic advantage. However, they note the unit is a bit heavier than rival handheld electric openers, which may affect portability for some users.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the opener's effortless one-touch operation, smooth edge results, and portability for travel or small kitchens. Recurring themes include appreciation for the auto-stop safety feature and the ability to open many can shapes, while common complaints focus on the need to buy batteries separately, the inability to handle sloped soda cans, and the requirement for manual spot cleaning.
Professional reviewers consistently commend the Mini Plus for its effortless one-touch operation, cordless USB-C charging, and safe edge cutting, describing it as a top-performing electric can opener that excels in both home and travel settings.
Consumers frequently praise the opener's simplicity, safety for children and seniors, and compact portability, while the primary complaints revolve around its inability to handle dented or beverage cans and the lack of clear battery-life information.
Professional reviewers commend the Kitchen Mama Auto 2.0 for its innovative tilted blade that delivers smooth, non-sharp edges and its convenient one-button, hands-free operation. They also note the added value of the built-in lid remover, but caution that the magnet can be unreliable and that the lack of included batteries detracts from the overall experience.
Everyday users generally love the effortless button press and the safety of smooth, resealable lids, especially appreciating its compactness for travel and small kitchens. However, recurring complaints focus on the magnet's occasional failure to lift lids and the device's limited performance with non-standard cans, reflected in a low ease-of-use rating on Target.
Professional reviews are scarce; manufacturer descriptions and retail listings highlight ease of use for seniors, hands-free large-can capability, and mess-free design as key strengths, but no independent editor assessments are available.
Everyday users generally praise the cordless convenience, magnetic lid holder, and light-touch operation, while recurring concerns focus on the confusing 2-in-1 mode, weight variability, and uncertainty about long-term durability.
Professional reviewers commend the Orbit One for its sleek stainless-steel build, safety-first side-cutting blade, and ergonomic hands-free operation, especially for users with limited grip. They also appreciate the eco-friendly USB-C rechargeable battery that delivers more than 150 openings per charge, though they note occasional lid-sticking and the need for blade adjustments.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the device's effortless one-press operation, safe smooth-edge lids, long battery life, and convenient storage case. The most common complaint is that lids can sometimes stick after cutting, requiring a bit of manual effort, and a few mention the blade may need occasional tightening.
