Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Black
Score: 78/100
Proctor Silex SureCut Electric Automatic Can Opener
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Proctor Silex SureCut Electric Automatic Can Opener is a corded countertop unit featuring SureCut technology, automatic shutoff, and built-in cord storage for reliable hands-free opening of standard and extra-tall cans. While it delivers strong performance and many accessories, it lacks portability and requires a 120 V outlet. Ideal for home cooks who frequently open a variety of cans and value stability.
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 | 1,180 gbest |
— | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 180 W | 70 Wbest |
1 years | 3 yearsbest | |
— | 4best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Battery(2) | ||
Power Source | Corded electric | corded |
Power Consumption (W) | 180 W | 70 W |
General Specs(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Features(2) | ||
Cutting Mechanism | Side‑cut | surecut |
Can Size Compatibility | Standard, pop‑top, extra tall up to 7 in | 30 oz |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Blade Material | High-carbon stainless steel | high-carbon stainless steel |
Weight (g) | 1311 g | 1180 g |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 25.1×11.4×12.4 cm cm | 15.4×26.2×12.6 cm cm |
Mount Type | Countertop | countertop |
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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”
“This is the best can opener I've ever owned - it cuts fast and works hands-free.”
Professional reviewers and retailer editors emphasize the SureCut™ blade's patented strength and the unit's extra-tall height as key differentiators, highlighting the built-in knife sharpener, cord storage, and automatic shutoff as features that boost everyday kitchen efficiency.
Everyday users consistently commend the opener's speed, reliability, and hands-free convenience, often describing it as the best they've owned. The most common feedback mentions occasional stabilization needs for unusually large cans, but overall satisfaction is high.
