Can Opener

Brilliant can opener, easy to use, smoothly and effortlessly removes the end of the can, forming it into a replaceable lid as it does so. Has a little plier that grips the edge of the lid for cases where the lid is reluctant to come free. Main reason for purchase was that it's guaranteed for life; bought it 2020 and it still works like new. Not cheap, but worth it; highly recommended.

There seems to be some confusion among users of this product. Even the company refers to it as "side-cutting", when it appears to me that it actually opens up the top seam of the can. The removed lid will then fit neatly and snugly back; good for several days in the refrigerator. Since it does not cut in conventional fashion, one also doesn't get any brackish or metallic taint/ taste to the contents. To use, the opener is placed atop the can, with the turning handle "up". [ Think "perpendicular" to the placement of a conventional opener.] Squeeze the grip handles with moderate pressure until the top seam is "pinched" in the roller mechanism, and instrument closes fully. Then simply turn the handle as one would with a conventional opener, one full revolution. On some cans, it will be immediately obvious that it has opened; others may require slight upward pressure, after removing the opener. It doesn't take "King Kong" strength to operate, but some of the elderly, arthritic, or others with reduced grip strength may find that this is not the ideal opener for them. I use this opener almost exclusively, and love it - but my wife can't stand it. This personal preference may explain some of the poor reviews [ I cannot think of any other reason for them.] This is the most hygienic opener I have ever used, as no cutters ever touch the contents of the can. Partly for this reason, I gave it a 5-star rating for "easy to clean" - little cleaning is actually needed. Design, materials, sturdiness and functionality are all first-rate. I gave it a 4-star rating for ease of use because of the slight learning curve involved, as well as the fact that those with significant impairment of the hands might be better served with an electric opener. Mine has opened many hundreds (1000 + ?) cans, and seems to work as well as when it opened the first one, quite a few years ago. In addition to cooking at least two meals a day at home, I also am the principal cook for a local veteran's charity. We usually prepare our luncheons in commercial/ institutional kitchens, and I use this opener exclusively, there, also. The largest cans I encounter in such establishments are the #10 cans, and it handles them with ease [Works just as well on tiny cans.] Although I have used this opener for years, I recently (August 2019) purchased two more, as I had mislaid the first (found a few days later.) The new ones appear as well made as the first, I expect that they will last as well, but they don't yet have the length of service of the original one. I have tried to relate my personal experience for the benefit of fellow customers, as well as clear up some confusion. I have not been compensated or remunerated for my review. I would close by saying that this item is an example of getting what one pays for (take a look at the Rosle garlic press as well) - the more cooking that one does, the more one will appreciate it. Just keep a close eye on yours if covetous fellow cooks are nearby [ just kidding - mostly].

I have been using this Rösle Stainless Steel Can Opener for almost a year now. I have not found any cans that I cannot open with it. This is rather expensive for a can opener but this is well worth the money. This is the best can opener that I have used. The handle turns easily and there is no mess at all. After opening the can, the can opener is as clean as before it opened the can. I rinse the can opener as a habit but it really does not need to be rinsed. The cutter never touches the contains of the can. I just use the pliers to remove the lid and my hands never touch the can contains. Both the lid and the can have no sharp edges after it was opened. Unlike conventional can openers, this one clamps the lid from the top. Your guests might be confused if they try to use this. This Rösle Stainless Steel Can Opener is both designed and made superbly. I highly recommend this. Update 3/09/2019 I revised the 5 stars rating to 2. My can opener stopped working a couple of months ago. It now would not open any cans. I think it lost the clamping pressure on the rim and it no longer works. May be the issue is the cans are using thinner material or the can opener mechanism loosen over time. I think if the can opener opens thick cans too often, it would no longer able to open normal or thinner cans. It worked great while it lasted. I hate to see people buy this on my recommendation and later find out that this opener does not last. This is an expensive can opener and it should have much longer useful life. Update 3/19/2019 After I updated this review, I wrote an email to Rösle and requested for service. The Service Rep asked me where I am located. I told her that I am from California, US. She asked for my address so she could send me a new one. I promptly replied with my address. This exchange of email took 2 days. I received an UPS delivery notice on the 6th day after the email that I was getting a replacement. On the 7th day, UPS delivered my new can opener. It took exactly a week from me sending an email to receiving a new opener. I downgraded this Rösle can opener from 5 stars to 2 stars because it did not last. However, I am overjoyed that Rösle replaced it. I am revising the rating back to 5 stars. This kind of Customer Service will keep me as a Customer for life. BTW. The new one is identical to the old one. The new one does feel tighter and the pliers close with a tighter gap.

I see many positive reviews for this product, so maybe I received a dud - but at this price there should be a way to contact Rosle's customer service, but so far I've struck out. I love the sturdy clean look of this product, and I've purchased Rosle products before. I have a Rosle garlic press which has been a solid kitchen tool for me for fifteen years. My other Rosle items were manufactured in Germany; this can opener is from Asia, and maybe that is a difference. This can opener began to fail after a few days. I found that I had to circle some cans twice. At first I thought that perhaps I was operating the tool absent-mindedly. (I know, opening a can should not require the focus of a watch-maker, but I really wanted to like this product. It IS impressive-looking, and as I wrote, I've liked my earlier products from this company.) However, the more that I used the can opener, the worse it worked. Gradually the cans would hardly open, and - contrary to the company's claims - it did leave some sharp edges which cut my fingers. Avoiding sharp edges was the main reason I purchased this type of opener. Finally, yesterday, the Rosle opener was able to open a slit of about 1/2 inch long. The can contained a good brand of red salmon; it was too expensive to throw away, and I was hungry. I couldn't locate my old can opener, and resorted to prying open a bit of the edge of the with a screw driver. The process was a mess, fish oil spilled on the counter, over my hands, and onto the floor. My cat seemed happy, but I was not. This is a bad product.

I thought my husband was crazy when he said we should get this can opener. Well, don't tell him I said so, but this can opener really is great. No sharp edges on the cans, works well, just took a little adjusting on our part to get used to the way you use it.

This Rosle can opener is absolutely fantastic . Easily one of the best I’ve used. The easy positioning pliers securely grip the can top, making opening completely effortless and mess-free. I love that it lifts the lid cleanly without ever touching the food, and the ergonomic thumbscrew turns smoothly, reducing any hand or wrist strain. The 18/10 stainless steel construction feels premium and built to last, and the safe lateral cutting wheel is a huge plus . No sharp edges, and you can even place the lid back on the can afterward. It’s well designed, sturdy, and performs flawlessly every time. Whether you’re a casual cook or a pro in the kitchen, this can opener is a must-have. It perfectly combines modern design with classic quality. A tool that makes everyday cooking smoother and more enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Best can opener I've ever used, it's worth every penny.

Needed to replace an old electric can opener. Cook a lot but don’t really open many cans. Looked at many options. Decided manual was all I needed. Was seeking a basic can opener. Lots of excellent reviews for basic openers but quite a few negative ones as well. Then came across this one. Not cheap but reviews indicated how it will last. Then saw concerns about metal shavings being created. And saw that America’s Test Kitchen didn’t recommend this opener. Since I enjoy cooking, I find using quality tools add to the enjoyment. Decided to try this opener. Used it on a can and realized how good it actually is. Not completely intuitive but, gee, just listen to what reviewers have said and it is so easy. The opener works so well that you don’t quite realize it is opening the can. First, put the opener on top (not on the side). AMK said it was hard to position. Don’t understand that comment. Concerns about metal shavings are due to not understanding how to operate the tool. Once you go fully around the can, there is a pop sound but the can doesn’t appear to be open. If one continues to go around the can, then shavings might be created. But after the pop, just stop. The lid may still appear to be connected but then use the little teeth like pliers to grab the top and remove. No sharp metal edge. Top fits neatly back onto the can of you want to do that. Will need to teach my spouse how to use but it can be learned immediately. This will last a very long time! I can clearly understand all the high praise.

Håller inte fast i burkarna, släpper ofta greppet. Svårt att veta när den har skurit loss locken.

As far as tin openers go (and I must confess that this not a field of specialisation) this really is a top quality product which since purchase has been quite superb. I particularly like the fact that there are no sharp edges on either the lids removed, nor the edge of the tin. BTW unlike the three previous openers I've owned over the years, the Rosle opens the tins with ease. Regarding the seller, I must say that shipping, packaging and communication were excellent. All in all, a great product and great service.

Die Lieferung erfolgte pünktlich und war bestens verpackt. Die Zahlungsabwicklung war völlig problemlos. Das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis ist fair, die in Aussicht gestellten Produktmerkmale passen. Zu Beginn kurz in der Anwendung gewöhnungsbedürftig - danach der beste Dosenöffner, den ich jemals hatte! Somit bei Bedarf jederzeit wieder.

prodotto di eccezionale qualita

A well designed and made device that works and doesn’t break. It takes off the can lid without leaving sharp edges.