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 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 Hamilton Beach Smooth Edge electric can opener uses a side-cutting blade to produce smooth, reusable lids and handles tall cans up to 6 inches. Its short power cord and reported durability issues may limit long-term use. Ideal for home cooks seeking safe, one-hand operation.
The Hamilton Beach extra-tall electric can opener features auto shutoff, quiet operation, and smooth-edge cutting for cans up to 6 inches high. Its short cord, weight, and occasional metal-shaving issues may be trade-offs. Perfect for users needing extra-tall capacity and safety-focused operation.
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 Oster FPSTCN1300 is a stainless-steel electric can opener designed for extra-large cans, offering one-touch operation plus a knife sharpener and bottle opener. Its plastic housing and mess-creating cuts may deter some users. Perfect for users needing XL-can capability despite bulk.
| Attribute | | | | Oster FPSTCN1300 Electric Can Opener | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 290 g | 1,542 g | 220 g | 1,265.5 g | 250 g | 240 g | 200 gbest |
— | — | 1,500 mAh | — | 2,900 mAhbest | — | — | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | — | — | 1 yearsbest | |
1 | 2 | 1 | — | 3best | — | — |
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| Attribute | | | | Oster FPSTCN1300 Electric Can Opener | | | |
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Power & Battery(2) | |||||||
Power Source | Electric | Electric | rechargeable battery | ac | lithium-ion rechargeable | AA alkaline | AA alkaline |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | — | — | 1500 mAh | — | 2900 mAh | — | — |
Features(2) | |||||||
Cutting Mechanism | Side-cutting | — | smooth edge side-cutting | power_pierce | 360° side cut | 360° side cut smooth edge | smooth edge side-cutting |
Can Size Compatibility | Up to 6 inches | Up to 6 inches | pull‑ring, rectangular, square, elliptical tins (excluding dented and soda/beer cans) | 48 oz | all sizes/shapes (soda to #10 cans) | most standard round cans, including soda cans with sloped edges and vacuum‑sealed cans | circle, square, oval, vacuum‑sealed, sticky (excluding sloped soda cans) |
Accessories(1) | |||||||
Number of Included Accessories | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | 3 | — | — |
Design & Build(6) | |||||||
Blade Material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | — | — | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Blade Type | — | — | — | — | tilted interchangeable | tilted | — |
Body Material | Plastic | — | — | stainless_steel | stainless steel | stainless steel and ABS plastic | ABS plastic |
Weight (g) | 290 g | 1542 g | 220 g | 1265.5 g | 250 g | 240 g | 200 g |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | Height 25.9-26.7 cm × Width 11.9-12.7 cm × Depth 11.9-12.7 cm cm | 12.9×25.9×17.5 cm cm | 15.0×9.0×9.0 cm cm | 15.52 x 24.13 x 13.74 cm | 15.1×9.0×6.9 cm cm | 21.1×8.9×8.9 cm cm | 13.7×8.9×6.9 cm cm |
Mount Type | Freestanding | Countertop | — | — | — | handheld | freestanding/handheld |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch for its side-cutting safety, ergonomic lever, and mess-free operation, positioning it as a convenient kitchen essential for busy households. However, they caution that the short cord and reported short-term durability make it less suitable for heavy or commercial use, and they note that not all models include an automatic shutoff.
Everyday users love the ease of one-handed operation, the smooth, non-sharp lids, and the ability to open tall cans, often describing the device as a noticeable upgrade over handheld openers. Recurring complaints focus on the short power cord, occasional mechanical failures after a month of use, and occasional metal shavings, leading some to question long-term reliability.
“easy and simple”
“what a difference over handheld”
“smooth edges”
Professional reviewers commend the Hamilton Beach electric can opener for its reliable SureCut alignment, quiet operation, and safety-focused smooth edges, while noting that the lack of extensive durability testing leaves some uncertainty about long-term performance.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the hands-free convenience, safety of smooth edges, and quiet operation, but recurring complaints focus on the short cord length, past issues with metal shavings, and questions about durability after prolonged use.
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 acknowledge the Oster FPSTCN1300's attractive stainless-steel design and its ability to quickly and stably open extra-large cans, praising the automatic shutoff and added tools like a bottle opener and knife sharpener. However, they criticize its propensity to create sharp edges, splatter food, shred labels, and its flimsy plastic construction that may fail over time, making it a short-term convenience rather than a durable kitchen workhorse.
Everyday users love the effortless one-touch operation, the reliable handling of tall cans, and the convenience of the built-in bottle opener and knife sharpener. Recurring frustrations center on the mess from splattered food and shredded labels, the sharp edges left on lids, the unit's bulkiness, and concerns that the plastic parts break quickly.
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.
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 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.
