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Quick verdict
Choose the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener if you want push-down lever needs only light downward pressure to engage, no squeezing. Choose the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N if you'd rather have stronger motor keeps a consistent cutting speed on larger, heavier cans. Overall we rank the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Electric Can Openers for Large Cans list.
Winner overall: Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener
Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener vs Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N compared
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Bottom line
Choose the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener if you want push-down lever needs only light downward pressure to engage, no squeezing. Choose the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N if you'd rather have stronger motor keeps a consistent cutting speed on larger, heavier cans. Overall we rank the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Electric Can Openers for Large Cans list.
Hamilton Beach
Push-down lever needs only light downward pressure to engage, no squeezing
- Easy push-down lever
- Extra-tall opening for large cans
- Opens pop-tops too
- Stainless steel scissors included
- Built-in knife sharpener on some models
✓ Pros
- Stronger motor keeps a consistent cutting speed on larger, heavier cans
- Nonslip base keeps a heavier full can stable and centered during the cut
- Automatic stop removes the guesswork on a longer cut cycle
✕ Cons
- Not rated for true extra-tall coffee-can height like the Hamilton Beach
- Costs more than the Hamilton Beach at typical pricing
- Bulkier footprint on the counter
Cuisinart
Cuisinart Deluxe for an automatic stop that removes the need to hold anything down. It stands out for single-touch start and automatic stop mean no need to hold a button through the cut and nonslip base stays put with one hand steadying the can.
- Single-touch automatic operation
- Detachable cutting lever
- Nonslip wide base
- Stops automatically when done
- Easy-clean removable parts
✓ Pros
- Single-touch start and automatic stop mean no need to hold a button through the cut
- Nonslip base stays put with one hand steadying the can
- Detachable lever comes off for dishwasher cleaning without fine-motor disassembly
✕ Cons
- Bulkier footprint on the counter than the Kitchen Mama's drawer-friendly size
- Fewer long-term owner reviews than the two more established competitors
FAQ
Common questions
Which is better, the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener or the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N?
Choose the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener if you want push-down lever needs only light downward pressure to engage, no squeezing. Choose the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N if you'd rather have stronger motor keeps a consistent cutting speed on larger, heavier cans. Overall we rank the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Electric Can Openers for Large Cans list.
What is the difference between the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener and the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N?
The Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener stands out because push-down lever needs only light downward pressure to engage, no squeezing, while the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N stands out because stronger motor keeps a consistent cutting speed on larger, heavier cans. The trade-offs differ too: the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener's ma in caveat is that takes up permanent counter space rather than living in a drawer, and the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N's is that not rated for true extra-tall coffee-can height like the Hamilton Beach.
Is the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener worth it over the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N instead if takes up permanent counter space rather than living in a drawer is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N instead of the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener?
The Cuisinart Deluxe Electric Can Opener CCO-50N suits large cans, while the Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Can Opener is best for arthritis.
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