Kitchen Mama One-To-Go White
Score: 76/100
Hamilton Beach Extra Tall Can Opener 76702
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Hamilton Beach Extra-Tall Electric Automatic Can Opener offers hands-free operation, auto-shutoff and extra-tall can support. Its reliance on a cord and plastic body limit portability and perceived durability. Best for households needing versatile tall-can opening without worrying about battery life.
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.
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| ↓ lower better | 200 gbest | 816 g |
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Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | AA alkaline | Corded electric |
Features(1) | ||
Can Size Compatibility | circle, square, oval, vacuum‑sealed, sticky (excluding sloped soda cans) | All sizes including extra‑tall |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Blade Material | stainless steel | Stainless Steel |
Body Material | ABS plastic | Plastic |
Weight (g) | 200 g | 816 g |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 13.7×8.9×6.9 cm cm | 22.9×14.5×11.7 cm cm |
Mount Type | freestanding/handheld | Freestanding countertop |
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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.
No direct professional reviews were found; Hamilton Beach markets the opener as the #1 best-selling U.S. can opener brand based on NPD Group data through June 2021, emphasizing ease of use and versatility.
Consumer feedback is sparse but generally positive, highlighting reliable performance across all can sizes, easy cleaning thanks to the detachable lever, and the convenience of cord storage.
