Many of us will stock up one or two cans for future needs as it is handy and affordable in this fast-paced lifestyle. But, although canned food comes in handy, it is frustrating to open it. As cans are made from tin or metal, we can’t open it bare-handed, and no doubt, the can opener is your helping hand.
Thank goodness, through the advancement of technology advancement, opening a can lid is no longer your stumbling block. You now have numerous choices and choose the best one for you to tear open the can. So store one or two can openers in your home to save up your energy and time.
Here’s a helpful guide and list of Malaysia’s top 9 types of openers.
1. Lever-Type Can Opener
Lever-type can opener is one of the most basic and classic you can find in this device. However, it is still used in several households. This opener looks like a claw, also known as a “claw-type” opener. The design comes with a large sickle blade and a curve-shaped blade on a very opposite side.
Size: Long 18cm, Width 4.5cm
Material: Wood and stainless steel
Pros: Neatly open the can.
Do not touch the content of the can.
Cons: Easily get injured.
Price: RM2.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Butterfly Can Opener
A butterfly can opener is a manual opener with a rotating cutting wheel. First, you need to puncture the lid then rotate the cutting wheel to open the lids. This opener is more complex and more tricky to use than a lever-type opener. So it will take longer for people who first use it.
Size: 16cm long
Material: Stainless steel and plastic
Country Origin: England
Pros: Done its job well
Cons: More complex and tricky
Price: RM6
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. One-touch Can Opener
One-touch can opener comes with a plastic can opener. You can open the can lid with this opener almost effortlessly. You just need to press the button, and the top will open in a few seconds. Therefore, it is 100% safe and the chance you might get hurt is 0%. Moreover, the battery type of this opener is two AA batteries.
Size: 7 x 2.5 inches
Material: Plastic and stainless steel
Country Origin: China
Pros: Open the lid effortlessly without hurting yourself.
Cons: Need battery to function
Price: RM22.72
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Key Opener
The design of the key opener looks similar to a key, so it is called a key opener. This is the most common can opener in the household as it is easy to use and does not need too much storage. First, you need to puncture the can lid using the sharp edge of the opener and then twist it. Make sure you stay in one direction to make the work easier.
Size: 19.5cm x 3cm
Material: Stainless steel
Country Origin: China
Pros: Small and easy to use
Cons: You might get hurt
Price: RM1.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Topless Can Opener
This topless can opener removes the top of almost every canned drink like beer, gallon seltzer beer, canned wine, canned cocktails, energy drinks, frozen coffee, soda, and more. You just need to place this opener on top of your jar and shake or rotate the opener. Then, the top of the can drink will be removed.
Size: 10 x 6 x 1.5cm
Material: Stainless steel and ABS
Country Origin: China
Pros: No sharp edge
Cons: Cannot open large-sized can
Price: RM9.99
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. 8 in 1 Opener
The 8 in 1 opener can open a pull-tab can, glass pop jars, and bottle. What’s more, it comes with a fruit peeler, a plastic screw can opener, a plastic bag cutter and a tin lid opener. Every part of this can opener, front, middle, and end have their usefulness. Plus, the ergonomic handle provides you with maximum comfort while holding it.
Size: 20.5cm x 6.5cm x 5.6cm
Material: Stainless steel, high carbon alloy, and ABS
Country Origin: China
Pros: Convenient in household
Cons: Confusing at first
Price: RM11.18
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. WALFOS 304 Stainless Steel Adjustable Can Jar Bottle Opener
The adjustable jar opener helps you twist off the cap or lid easily. You can adjust the diameter size from 3 cm to 9.5 cm. First, you open the bayonet to the maximum. Second, set the cap inside. Then, anti-clockwise the arm to tighten up the bayonet. Lastly, twist the arm, and you’re good to go.
Material: Stainless steel, plastic handle
Country Origin: Philippines
Pros: Suitable for elderlies
Cons: Can only open a jar lid
Price: RM16.40
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. 3 in 1 Multipurpose Opener
You can achieve a perfect cut with this 3 in 1 multipurpose opener. You can use this to open a tin lid, glass beer cap, and can. It is a device that is perfect for people with fewer hand strengths. Of course, you can have strong arms and still feel the usefulness of this device.
Size: 19.3cm x 5.3cm
Material: Stainless steel, pp
Country Origin: China
Pros: No sharp edges
Cons: Longer size
Price: RM16.40
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Kenwood CAP70.A0SI 3-in-1, Can Opener, Knife Sharpener, Bottle Opener, 40 W, Silver
Kenwood electric can opener can open a normal-sized can to a large one. You can open the can hands-free with just one push. What’s more, the blade is removable so that you can wash it easily. Other than that, this electric can opener comes with a knife sharpener and a bottle opener.
Material: Stainless steel, plastic
Country Origin: Japan
Pros: Open cans effortlessly
Cons: Not portable
Price: RM219
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
In the modern days, you can find varieties of can openers online. For most of them, you can open a sealed can effortlessly —- however, some households still use a classic can opener. Just make sure to keep them away from children.
Friendly reminder:
- Wash the surface of the can lid before opening it.
- Wash the blade or the opener before using it.
- Dry the blade after washing it to make the blade more durable
- Keep away from children.
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