Bellemain Ergonomic Can Opener, Easy Safe-Cut for Seniors & Restaurants

Was a little apprehensive about buying this type of can opener, being so different from the traditional hand opener. I decided to give it a try and I am pleasantly surprised! After a little time to figure out exactly how to work it, as there is no double handle to squeeze, it worked like a charm! Just place it on top of the can and give it a couple clockwise turns and it kind of locks on and "pops". Then just keep turning until you go around the whole can. You can kind of tell when you've done that as there is less resistance. When you reach that point just turn the handle counter clockwise a couple turn and it releases. I haven't quite figured out the lid grabber thingy well yet but if you hold the can you can pull up the lid and discard. No sharp edges! No pesky edge left inside the rim which makes it so much easier to scrape everything out of the can! I would recommend this "smooth action" opener for no muss no fuss!

As someone with mild arthritis in my hands, opening cans used to be a frustrating and painful daily chore. I bought the Bellemain Ergonomic Can Opener hoping for some relief, and it has genuinely exceeded my expectations. Unlike traditional openers that require a forceful grip and awkward twisting, this design is remarkably smart. The secret is the side-cutting mechanism, which slices through the side of the can rather than the top. This leaves behind smooth, dull edges with zero risk of accidentally cutting your fingers or dropping a sharp lid into your food. The turning knob is oversized, rubberized, and extremely comfortable to hold. It takes almost zero effort to rotate, gliding smoothly around the perimeter of the can. **Pros:** - Effortless side-cut mechanism creates completely smooth edges. - Large, comfortable, rubberized crank handle is ideal for people with arthritis or hand fatigue. - Does not leave the cutting blade in contact with the food inside the can, making it much more hygienic. - Durable construction feels solid in the hand. **Cons:** - It is slightly larger than standard pocket openers, so it takes up a bit more drawer space. - Because it cuts along the side, it takes a couple of tries to get used to positioning it correctly compared to top-cutting models. Overall, this is an outstanding kitchen tool that delivers on its promises. It has removed the pain and hazard from a routine task. I would wholeheartedly recommend the Bellemain Ergonomic Can Opener to seniors, busy home cooks, or anyone looking for a safer, easier way to open cans.

I know when I grab this can opener from the drawer it will work. Easy to turn, has small grippers to remove cover, solidly and well made. Has not failed me yet.

Conventional can openers for the same price usually fail to function as advertised or wear out fairly rapidly. This can opener has faithfully provided consistent service throughout the time I've owned it (about six months). I like the safety feature of opening a can without leaving a jagged edge. Follow the instructions provided for a satisfactory experience. Usually reversing the operation to release the can opener provides enough pressure to remove the lid but failing that the feature to remove the lid functions as advertised (leave can on a solid surface to remove lid--otherwise juice from the can might spill). Ease of operation to remove the lid is equal to or better than conventional can openers. The only drawback is the user is required to remember where he or she first started the process to remove the lid--sometimes the reduction in friction isn't easily discernable (as described in the instructions). That is just a minor inconvenience. Just remember where you started to open the can with this can opener.

I had never used this sideways/smooth-edge style of can opener before, but after using it, I think it is better than a traditional can opener in almost every way. The biggest benefits are that the blade does not really get wet, so rust should be less of an issue, and it leaves smooth edges on both the can and the lid. It is also easier to turn than my old can opener, which makes it feel less clunky overall. The only downside I did not think about ahead of time is that the lid does not work as well for straining. For example, we eat canned tuna about once a month, and with a regular can opener I would usually press the lid down to squeeze out the water. That does not work nearly as well with this style of opener. That said, the tuna issue is the only real drawback I have run into. For normal can opening, I prefer this style now. The cleaner cut, smoother edges, and easier operation outweigh that one inconvenience.

Works well and feels like it is made of quality materials. Cuts the lids with moderate pressure and leaves no sharp edges. The built in pliers are nifty.

I wish I could give this can opener 100 stars!!!!!!! My husband and I are retired, and both have pain issues in our hands. We've always used a manual can opener, but just recently had to buy an electric one because it became too difficult for us. This opener lasted exactly 4 months, then quit working. I'm SO happy to have found this product. It is beyond easy...and opens cans so effortlessly and cleanly. The ergonomic design is perfect, and even works for my extremely small hands. I hope it lasts, but i would be willing to buy this again if needed, as it works SO WELL. This would make a great gift too!

It works. Easy to use. My only complaint is that you have to squeeze the can slightly to get the top off.

Molto comodo, agevola tantissimo l'apertura del barattolame, consentendo anche di utilizzare la parte tagliata come tappo se non si utilizza tutto il contenuto del barattolo. Aspetti negativi 2: è un po' obsoleto in quanto ormai quasi tutti i barattoli hanno l'apertura a strappo, e poi, soprattutto, mancano delle istruzioni chiare che spieghino l'uso corretto: chi non ha mai usato un prodotto simile ha difficoltà a capire come posizionarlo.

UPDATE: Turns out there was a small page with instructions that I missed. It's SO easy to use now that I know how LOL [FYI - turning the knob in reverse will get the opener to release] Still a pain to drain tuna, but that's not the can openers fault. LOVE this opener and how easy it is on my hands and wrists. Highly recommend. *** I just can't seem to make this thing work. I eventually figured out that it will lock onto the can automatically when i start turning the knob, but no matter what I do, I can't get it to release when it's done cutting. I fight with it EVERY time until it just finally pops the lid off. Love that the can edge isn't sharp when using this, but I didn't think things through very well when I bought it. I only need it for cans of tuna and when using this opener, I can't press the kid into the can to drain the liquid out. Now I have to dirty a strainer, as well. BUT, it cuts beautifully. Very easy on my hands and wrist.

Tried to open multiple cans, each time I can't pull the top off because the grabber isn't holding on. Had to use a knife to open my cans five times now

Basura, no abre una simple lata, dinero a la basura

Better than electric ones. I recommend it.