Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Black
Score: 78/100
Kitchen Mama Orbit One
Score: 81/100Rankings
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 Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Automatic Can Opener offers quiet, one-handed operation and multiple built-in tools for standard and extra-tall cans. Its short cord and reported durability issues may deter power-users. Ideal for home cooks who value safety, convenience and multi-tool functionality.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 1,311 g | 250 gbest |
— | 2,900 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 180 Wbest | — |
1 yearsbest | — | |
— | 3best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | Corded electric | lithium-ion rechargeable |
Features(2) | ||
Cutting Mechanism | Side‑cut | 360° side cut |
Can Size Compatibility | Standard, pop‑top, extra tall up to 7 in | all sizes/shapes (soda to #10 cans) |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Blade Material | High-carbon stainless steel | stainless steel |
Blade Type | Side‑cut | tilted interchangeable |
Weight (g) | 1311 g | 250 g |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 25.1×11.4×12.4 cm cm | 15.1×9.0×6.9 cm cm |
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Professional reviewers and editors consistently highlight the opener's ease of use, safety, and multifunctionality. The side-cutting high-carbon stainless steel blade is praised for producing smooth, non-sharp lids, while the one-handed lever and built-in knife sharpener/bottle opener add convenience. Quiet operation and a sleek design receive positive remarks, though some note the short cord and early durability issues as drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the one-handed operation, smooth lid finish, quiet performance, and ability to handle tall cans. The most common negative feedback centers on the short power cord and reports of the unit failing after about a month of use.
“wished I'd bought it sooner”
“works fine first month, then problems”
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.
