Cuisinart CCO-55 Deluxe Silver
Score: 76/100
Kitchen Mama Auto Red
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Cuisinart CCO-55 offers a powerful 60 W motor and a premium chrome finish, handling cans from 6 oz to 28 oz with a clean top-cut. Its tall, bulky footprint and heavy weight can dominate limited countertop space. Ideal for kitchens that can accommodate its size.
The Kitchen Mama Auto Electric Can Opener is a lightweight, battery-powered handheld device that uses a side-cut blade to produce smooth, safe edges. Its simplicity comes at the cost of limited battery life and the need for four AA batteries. Ideal for seniors and portable cooking situations.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 1,020 g | 240 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 60 Wbest | — |
3 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | Electric | AA Alkaline |
General Specs(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Features(2) | ||
Cutting Mechanism | Top cut | side-cut |
Can Size Compatibility | 6-28 oz | Standard |
Design & Build(6) | ||
Blade Material | Stainless steel | Stainless Steel |
Blade Type | Power Cut | side-cut |
Body Material | Plastic with chrome finish | Plastic |
Weight (g) | 1020 g | 240 g |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 24.13×11.68×11.43 cm cm | 18.0×7.0×7.0 cm cm |
Mount Type | Freestanding | handheld |
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Professional reviewers commend the CCO-55 for its powerful motor, clean top-cut performance, and premium chrome aesthetic, calling it a top choice for kitchens that can accommodate its size, while noting that its bulk and sharp lid edges are the main compromises.
Consumers consistently appreciate the effortless, single-touch operation, magnetic lid lift, and sturdy build, but many express frustration with the unit's large footprint, height, and the sharp edges left on opened lids.
“my fav new toy in the kitchen!!! Lovvvvvve opening cans now!!!”
“two taps to open any cans”
Professional reviewers, including CNN editors and popular YouTube tech channels, praise the Kitchen Mama opener as the top electric option on the market, emphasizing its ultra-compact size, reliable side-cutting safety, and ease of use for users with limited hand strength.
Everyday users consistently highlight the opener's simplicity, safety, and magnetic lid removal, describing it as a game-changer for seniors and busy households, while recurring complaints focus on battery life, occasional slipping on irregular cans, and button durability.
