How does the Farberware hands-free opener work?

You place it on the can, press the button, and it cuts around the lid by itself. A magnet then holds the freed lid so you can lift it off.

Does it need batteries, and which size?

Yes, it is battery-operated and cordless. Check the battery type printed on the unit or its packaging before buying.

Is it good for people with arthritis?

That is its main appeal: no twisting or squeezing, just a button press. But reliability complaints mean some units need replacing.

Does it leave sharp edges?

The design is meant to reduce sharp edges, but some owners still report a sharp lid or rim after opening.

How does it compare with a manual can opener?

It is easier on the hands and needs no effort, but it is slower per can and depends on batteries, while a manual opener never runs out of power.

Can it open large or odd-shaped cans?

It works best on standard round cans. Very large or non-round cans may not seat well and can cause it to slip.

Farberware Black and Red Hands-Free Battery-Operated Handheld Electric Can Opener

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$23.56at WalmartChecked Nov 9

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Farberware Black and Red Hands-Free Battery-Operated Handheld Electric Can Opener

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Last seen at $23.56 at Walmart on Nov 9.

Our take on the Farberware Black and Red Hands-Free Battery-Operated Handheld Electric Can Opener

The Farberware Hands-Free is a battery-operated handheld electric can opener: you set it on the can, press the button, and it cuts around the lid on its own. A magnet lifts the freed lid away, and the soft grip and compact body make it easy to hold and store in a drawer. It suits people with weak grip or arthritis who struggle with manual openers, and anyone who wants a cheap, cordless opener. Against manual openers it saves effort; against pricier corded and rechargeable models it is slower and depends on fresh batteries. Owners are split: many like the hands-free ease, but a large share report units that stop cutting or fail within months.

Best forShoppers with weak hands or arthritisSmall kitchens with little counter spaceCordless use away from outletsOccasional can opening

Pros

Hands-free: press a button and it cuts around the lid
Battery-operated, so no cord or outlet needed
Built-in magnet lifts the lid off the can
Soft comfort grip and compact body store in a drawer
Usually cheaper than corded or rechargeable electric openers

Cons

Needs fresh batteries; weak cells stall the cut
Several owners report units failing within months
Leaves a cut edge on the lid and can rim
Can slip or wander on the can if not seated squarely
Slower than a manual opener for a single can

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What reviewers say

3.7 / 54,122 ratings

Ratings are middling. Owners who get a good unit praise the hands-free operation and the magnet that removes the lid. Many others report the opener stalling, jamming or dying after a few months, and some say it leaves sharp edges.

What people mention

ReliabilityCriticisedA common complaint is that the opener quits cutting or stops working after a few months.
Battery powerMixedIt runs on batteries with no cord, but weak batteries make it stall mid-cut.
Ease of usePraisedOwners like pressing one button and letting it open the can hands-free.
Lid removalPraisedThe built-in magnet lifts the cut lid off the can.
Sharp edgesCriticisedSome say the cut leaves sharp edges on the lid or can rim.
Grip and sizePraisedThe soft grip is comfortable and the compact body fits in a drawer.

About the Farberware Black and Red Hands-Free Battery-Operated Handheld Electric Can Opener

This Farberware handheld electric can opener is battery operated and works hands-free. It opens cans at the touch of a button.

The opening technology creates a seamless open, which helps decrease the hazard of sharp edges. A built-in magnet helps lift the lid away once the can is open.

A soft comfort grip makes it easy to hold. The compact design lets it be stored in a drawer or cabinet.

Brand: Farberware
Color: Black
Power: Battery operated
Operation: Hands-free, one-touch button
Grip: Soft comfort grip
Lid lifting: Built-in magnet

Specifications

color: BlackSource
size: 20 PCSource

Questions and answers

How does the Farberware hands-free opener work?: You place it on the can, press the button, and it cuts around the lid by itself. A magnet then holds the freed lid so you can lift it off.
Does it need batteries, and which size?: Yes, it is battery-operated and cordless. Check the battery type printed on the unit or its packaging before buying.
Is it good for people with arthritis?: That is its main appeal: no twisting or squeezing, just a button press. But reliability complaints mean some units need replacing.
Does it leave sharp edges?: The design is meant to reduce sharp edges, but some owners still report a sharp lid or rim after opening.
How does it compare with a manual can opener?: It is easier on the hands and needs no effort, but it is slower per can and depends on batteries, while a manual opener never runs out of power.
Can it open large or odd-shaped cans?: It works best on standard round cans. Very large or non-round cans may not seat well and can cause it to slip.
Where is the Farberware Black and Red Hands-Free Battery-Operated Handheld Electric Can Opener cheapest?: At Walmart, for $23.56, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Farberware Black and Red Hands-Free Battery-Operated Handheld Electric Can Opener?: Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 4,122 ratings.