Customer Reviews

OXO Steel Can Opener

5 star:		(289)
4 star:		(18)
3 star:		(9)
2 star:		(9)
1 star:		(9)

 

 

I grew up with electric can openers that inevitably broke or had a hard time attaching to the can, then the contents often spilled as I removed it from the magnetic holder. Back then the alternative was a hand-held manual one that was actually painful to use.

After marrying we bought an electric can opener which broke soon thereafter. While waiting for the day when it was to be repaired (which ended up being never), I bought this OXO manual can opener thinking it would be a temporary and inexpensive solution. It is awesome. We have been using ours for about 5 years and it is still going strong. It is fast, easy to use, and comfortable. There is no pain or discomfort when holding it. It cuts the can cleanly and is just plain easier to use than electric can openers. We are sticking with the OXO can opener and not going back to electric openers.

I highly recommend this can opener, ditch your electric can opener and make things easier on yourself!

As a former Chef I am picky about using only quality kitchen utensils, and I heartily endorse this can opener. Most manual can openers have a tendency to hang up or run off the lip of the can, but not this beauty. It stays on the lid without ever jumping off and has incredible ease of operation due to it's large mechanical advantage and handle construction.

This may look like a cheap can opener from the local retailer, but it's ease of use, durability, and the fact that it is dishwasher safe (many aren't) makes this the best value for the can opener dollar imaginable.

I'm a totally disabled Veteran. My wife is disabled also with a severe upper back and neck problem that affects her hands. She doesn't have much strength in her hands. This can opener is so easy for both of us to use! I believe it's because this product is very well made. It does a great job. I'm ordering another one. It makes a good gift also.

We've had this can opener for several years now. I still have one of our old, el cheapo can openers which I sometimes use if I can't find the OXO. The OXO is so much easier to use - it tracks the can rim without jumping off, it cuts the metal easily, knob is easy to turn. Also, I don't always get to drying my washing up quickly, but this can opener shows no signs of rust spots.

When my old Zyliss gave up the ghost I looked about for a replacement. I have other OXO products and am pleased with them, so I gave this a flyer. On the plus side, it's sturdy and very easy to operate. However, I found that most of the time, about four cans out of five, it wouldn't cut the lid completely off. I'd be left with a lid slightly immersed in the can's contents and attached by a small strand of metal. I'd then have to get a small knife or fork to pry the lid out of the can and was still left with the task of getting the lid off the can without cutting myself.

Based on the other reviews I'm figuring I just got a dud, so I'll replace it with another OXO opener, but not this one.

This is the best can opener that I have ever owned. I have had it for 1 year and it has given me lots of use with no trouble.

Its also very stlish and comfortable. I have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and using gadgets like this can be difficult for me. This can opener requires less effort so its good for my hands!

Let me get this out of the way - I love OXO products. A great design, superb functionality and a low cost are a terrific combination. My kitchen is filled with them and they are typically all great. I am a big fan of function over form, but OXO manages to mix the two quite well.

As to the Can Opener - It is almost perfect. It will open any sized can quickly and easily. The grips are great, the gears and handle provide maximum results for minimum effort. It is always a good idea to have a manual can opener around, even if your primary opener is electric. I have put my electric opener away and use the OXO exclusively. It is just easier to use!

If you need kitchen accessories - look at OXO first. Start with the can opener to get an idea of what OXO products are - high quality, inexpensive, great design and easy to use. After you use OXO grips, your other kitchen accessories will seem obsolete.

I'm very happy with this can opener. It has extremely smooth action and is effortless to use...very easy on the wrist! I also like the fact that it's stainless steel so I don't expect it to rust as others have in the past. I read the reviews on this product before I purchased it and do disagree with a few of them. Although the can opener works great I have yet to have it completely detach the lid from the can. When the opener has gone completely around the lid there is always a tiny piece of lid attached to the can that I have to twist off. No problem as far as I'm concerned but I'm noting it because other reviews claim the lid is completely removed.

This is a great ergonomically designed can opener. I found myself looking for cans to open (sadly, I am not joking). Works like a charm!

This can opener is not only pretty, but easy to use. It doesn't jump off the can rim and the turning handle is very good for arthritic fingers. I'm very pleased with this opener.