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product_id: 49708234
title: "Can Opener with Lid-Lifting Pincers, Tin Opener with Stainless Steel Blade. Tin Openers for Arthritis Hands. Can Openers That Work – 3 Year Kuhn Rikon Kitchen Accessories Guarantee"
brand: "kuhn rikon"
price: "A$43"
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Kuhn Rikon"
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# Stainless steel blade for smooth, safe cuts Ergonomic design ideal for arthritic hands Auto-attach system for effortless grip Can Opener with Lid-Lifting Pincers, Tin Opener with Stainless Steel Blade. Tin Openers for Arthritis Hands. Can Openers That Work – 3 Year Kuhn Rikon Kitchen Accessories Guarantee

**Brand:** kuhn rikon
**Price:** A$43
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔴 Open cans like a pro—safe, smooth, and effortlessly stylish!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Can Opener with Lid-Lifting Pincers, Tin Opener with Stainless Steel Blade. Tin Openers for Arthritis Hands. Can Openers That Work – 3 Year Kuhn Rikon Kitchen Accessories Guarantee by kuhn rikon
- **How much does it cost?** A$43 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- kuhn rikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kuhn rikon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smooth & Safe Cutting:** Side-cutting blade leaves no sharp edges, protecting your fingers and kitchen hygiene.
- • **Hands-Free Lid Lifting:** Integrated mini-pincers lift lids safely without touching sharp metal or messy spills.
- • **Effortless Auto-Attach Grip:** No clamping needed—just twist and go for instant can control.
- • **Swiss-Engineered Durability:** Backed by a 3-year guarantee, this premium tool blends innovation with lasting quality.
- • **Arthritis-Friendly Ergonomics:** Designed for limited dexterity, making can opening easy and pain-free.

## Overview

The Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety LidLifter is a Swiss-designed, ergonomically crafted can opener featuring an automatic attachment system and stainless steel blade that cuts cans from the side, leaving smooth, safe edges. Its built-in mini-pincers lift lids without contact, ideal for users with limited hand strength or arthritis. Backed by a 3-year guarantee, this premium kitchen gadget transforms everyday can opening into a safer, cleaner, and more efficient experience.

## Description

Product Description Kuhn Rikon of Switzerland - the Ultimate Collection of Openers! A key category within their ever-evolving collection of tools/gadgets, Kuhn Rikon of Switzerland has developed a range of openers to rival anybody! Their portfolio includes multi-purpose gadgets that also open ring-pulls, bottles and jars, as well as devices that are designed specifically for standard cans/tins. Boasting enviable features that maximise simplicity, safety and hygiene, they are guaranteed to enhance even the most well-equipped of kitchens. The Auto Safety LidLifter A hugely successful product within Kuhn Rikon of Switzerland’s innovative tools and gadgets assortment, the Auto Safety LidLifter is a can opener that never disappoints! Its astute design, sleek appearance and superb functionality ensure that it remains a popular choice for those looking to add a premium-quality gadget to their collection. Suitable for all, including those with limited strength/mobility within their hands/wrists, the opener possesses a number of ingenious features that enable it to excel time and time again. The Auto-Attach System - no Clamping Needed! The gadget automatically locates/grips the lid of standard cans/tins. Whereas the majority of openers need to be manually clamped to the lid in order to begin the removal process, the Auto Safety LidLifter does so with a simple clockwise turn of its ergonomic knob. Sharp Edges and Lids - a Thing of the Past! The Auto Safety LidLifter is a member of an exclusive club of devices that do not cut into the metal of the can/tin in order to remove the lid. Instead, it elegantly un-crimps and un-rolls the lip - a process that is an exact reversal of how the lid is attached to the cylinder of the can/tin when it is originally filled. As well as the obvious safety benefit of this mechanism, it also eliminates the possibility of metal shavings/packaging entering the food. No Cross-Contamination - use it for Everything! The capacity of the Auto Safety LidLifter to remove the lid without cutting into the can/tin means that the device never comes into direct contact with its contents. This ensures that the opener doesn’t harbour unwanted bacteria and prevents any potential cross-contamination between different foods. As a result, it can be used for everything - even pet food! And it doesn’t even need to be washed after usage - an occasional wipe with a damp cloth is more than sufficient. Hands-Free Lifting! Once opened, the lid can be lifted from the can/tin without physically touching it courtesy of the Auto Safety LidLifter’s ingenious mini-pliers/pincers. Box Contains 1 x Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety LidLifter/Can Opener, Red

Review: This opener changes how you'll use cans - Like other reviews have said, this is an amazing can opener, but takes some getting used to. But it only took 2 cans for me to get the hang of it. I'm the type that believes she knows how to work any gadget straight out of the box without instructions and got tripped up on how to release the opener from the can. So from my experience, tips that might help you out: - Just place the lid of the can between the 2 blades/gears until you feel resistance, like a normal can opener. - Turn the handle clockwise until you no longer feel resistance. I didn't even worry about the handle being at a specific o'clock when I started like the instructions suggest. - Then give the handle a quick counter-clockwise turn to release the can opener from the tin. This was the important step I missed without reading the instructions and just assumed I could lift it off once I finished going around the can. - At this point you won't be able to lift the lid unless you have good strong nails. But, that's the whole point of having the mini-pliers on the side of the opener. Just place them over the lip of the can, press the white button to grip, lift up and Viola! Your can is open. Seems like a lot of steps for a simple gadget, but it really is simple and faster than more traditional can openers once you get the hang of it. Tips aside, this is the best can opener I've ever owned and I've had both manual and electric. And here's why: - No sharp edges - as advertised - so I don't cut myself when emptying or washing the can for recycling like I used to. I even use it on pull-ring cans for this reason. My only advice is, even though it's rounded, it's still a thin piece of metal, so I still handle the cans with care. But I did the whole infomercial thing of running my fingers around the lid and top of the can after I opened my first one and was so pleased not to feel anything jagged! - I rarely hold the can to lift of the lid, because it's so easy to do with the mini-pliers. This is awesome for avoiding getting liquid on my hands - esp. for smellier items like tuna. - Given the unique cut provided by this opener, you can reuse the can lid for storage. I wouldn't recommend doing it for more than 1-2 days as it's not air tight. But the lid does slot right back down on the can. So for things like tuna where I may only use half a can a day for lunch, instead of emptying the 2nd half of the can into another storage container, I just pop the lid of the can back on and put it in the fridge. LOVE this! - Finally, it has a smooth action and isn't hard to turn. My mom doesn't have arthritis, but her hands aren't as strong as they used to be so I thought about getting her this for a present because it's so easy to turn. All in all, I love this can opener. I can't comment on it's use on small cans yet, as others have mentioned, as I've yet to use any. So I've kept my old clunky opener if/when I find this doesn't work on smaller can sizes. But for now I'm totally happy with the purchase and actually look forward to opening cans!
Review: Best can opener ever! - Best can opener ever. So easy and efficient with no sharp edges in sight. Couldn't be happier.

## Features

- EFFORTLESSLY ATTACHES TO ANY CAN – as if by magic, this self-attaching Kuhn Rikon can opener does the work for you, slicing easily through metal can lids and making light work of opening tins of beans, tomatoes, tuna or soup in seconds
- NO MESS OR SHARP EDGES – unlike other tin openers, the side cutting mechanism slices the outside rim of the can instead of the top, leaving behind a smooth edge that's safe to touch and won't hurt your fingers
- LIFTS AND REMOVES CAN LID SAFELY – simply place the tin opener on the rim of the can, twist the handle to cut around and then release the top, and using the push button mini-pincers, lift and dispose of the metal can lid without touching it
- PERFECT FOR COOKS WITH LIMITED DEXTERITY – can openers for arthritic hands are a welcome alternative to old fashioned kitchen gadgets that can be stiff and awkward to use, and this tin opener with its smooth cutting action is no exception
- 3 YEAR KUHN RIKON GUARANTEE – setting the benchmark for premium kitchen tools and gadgets that work, all Kuhn Rikon kitchen accessories are expertly designed in Switzerland and come with a 3 year guarantee so you can cook with confidence

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000I7GRUM |
| Best Sellers Rank | 3,867 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 10 in Can Openers |
| Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Blade material | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | Kuhn Rikon |
| Brand Name | Kuhn Rikon |
| Colour | Red |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 15,215 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 07610154228446 |
| Included Components | Automatic safety can opener with smooth touch |
| Item Dimensions W x H | 5.1W x 8.9H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety LidLifter / Can Opener, Red |
| Item Weight | 159 g |
| Manufacturer | Kuhn Rikon Of Switzerland |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Product dimensions | 5.1W x 8.9H centimetres |
| Size | 5.1 cm x 8.9 |
| UPC | 788809587129 781147366159 696719963462 705475022426 793779469450 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Blade material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Kuhn Rikon
- **Colour:** Red
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Size:** 5.1 cm x 8.9

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: is it suitable for left handed user**
A: Absolutely, I'm left handed & I have no problem using it..
I've had this opener 4 a couple of years now & it's great..

**Q: What am I doing wrong? I can get the can opener to attach but it isn't cutting - on inspection it looks like the cutting disc is no where near the lid**
A: Hi Marie-Louise, My name is Ian, I don't really understand how you can get the situation you describe. I will try and explain but that will be almost the same as the reading the instructions for you (I presume you have read the instructions) I think you may have done what you are supposed to do but not tried lifting the lid. Lets start with the opener held in your LEFT hand, hold horizontally with the winding key on the top. You will see two small cutouts (or grooves) on the sides of the opener just in front of the little push button and just in front of the pincer that the push button operates on the opposite side. Place the opener on the lip of the can so that when you look straight down at it the rim of the can is in line with the two grooves. Then with your right hand turn the key clockwise this will grip the can and start it turning. Keep turning the key (I always give it two full revolutions of the can although it says on the instructions only give it one full revolution) Once you have been round two times turn the key anticlockwise about two turns to release the can. Now lift the opener off the can and hold it in your right and (if you are right handed) This time you want the opener horizontal again but the small push button on the top. You will see the pincers underneath place these on the rim of the can and push the button (this will grip the rim of the can) now gently lift the handle  upwards and the lid will come away cleanly with no sharp edges. I got mine after I rented my house out for twelve months when the tenants were leaving I gave them the opener back saying you have forgotten this and it's not mine and he said you can have that it doesn't work anyway. I tried it and couldn't believe how good it works you can even put the lid back on (if you want to rinse the tin with a small amount of water) before recycling but you have to hold the lid and the can top and bottom so the lid doesn't pop off on it's own. I hope this helps if not just let me know and I will take some photos of the different stages and email them to you. Good luck, it's without doubt the best tin opener I have ever used. Regards Ian

**Q: Has anyone tried it on the larger 2-3 kg catering cans or the "rectangle" corned beef cans ?**
A: I bought two of these so that we could safely open large cans bought in France, (Duck leg Confit 5Kg) which had a heavier edge than normal UK can openers could handle - we broke or bent three or four before I bought these. Brilliant, simple & safe & work every time; took one to France for my mother in law as well. So I would say go for it, my wife always uses this can opener now as so much easier and safer.

**Q: Will it open fray bentos large pie lids, these have a slightly angled side edge**
A: Hi

yes it does and very well no sharp edges either...... takes a bout 4 turns but it does it very well am well impressed

regards

DTB

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This opener changes how you'll use cans
*by L***H on 14 September 2011*

Like other reviews have said, this is an amazing can opener, but takes some getting used to. But it only took 2 cans for me to get the hang of it. I'm the type that believes she knows how to work any gadget straight out of the box without instructions and got tripped up on how to release the opener from the can. So from my experience, tips that might help you out: - Just place the lid of the can between the 2 blades/gears until you feel resistance, like a normal can opener. - Turn the handle clockwise until you no longer feel resistance. I didn't even worry about the handle being at a specific o'clock when I started like the instructions suggest. - Then give the handle a quick counter-clockwise turn to release the can opener from the tin. This was the important step I missed without reading the instructions and just assumed I could lift it off once I finished going around the can. - At this point you won't be able to lift the lid unless you have good strong nails. But, that's the whole point of having the mini-pliers on the side of the opener. Just place them over the lip of the can, press the white button to grip, lift up and Viola! Your can is open. Seems like a lot of steps for a simple gadget, but it really is simple and faster than more traditional can openers once you get the hang of it. Tips aside, this is the best can opener I've ever owned and I've had both manual and electric. And here's why: - No sharp edges - as advertised - so I don't cut myself when emptying or washing the can for recycling like I used to. I even use it on pull-ring cans for this reason. My only advice is, even though it's rounded, it's still a thin piece of metal, so I still handle the cans with care. But I did the whole infomercial thing of running my fingers around the lid and top of the can after I opened my first one and was so pleased not to feel anything jagged! - I rarely hold the can to lift of the lid, because it's so easy to do with the mini-pliers. This is awesome for avoiding getting liquid on my hands - esp. for smellier items like tuna. - Given the unique cut provided by this opener, you can reuse the can lid for storage. I wouldn't recommend doing it for more than 1-2 days as it's not air tight. But the lid does slot right back down on the can. So for things like tuna where I may only use half a can a day for lunch, instead of emptying the 2nd half of the can into another storage container, I just pop the lid of the can back on and put it in the fridge. LOVE this! - Finally, it has a smooth action and isn't hard to turn. My mom doesn't have arthritis, but her hands aren't as strong as they used to be so I thought about getting her this for a present because it's so easy to turn. All in all, I love this can opener. I can't comment on it's use on small cans yet, as others have mentioned, as I've yet to use any. So I've kept my old clunky opener if/when I find this doesn't work on smaller can sizes. But for now I'm totally happy with the purchase and actually look forward to opening cans!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best can opener ever!
*by K***3 on 30 November 2025*

Best can opener ever. So easy and efficient with no sharp edges in sight. Couldn't be happier.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Opens cans very safely and neatly.
*by C***R on 4 October 2025*

Once you follow the instructions, it works brilliantly and very cleanly. Of all the can openers I've used, this one produces the safest edge with a really neat way of lifting the lid off safely without getting your fingers dirty. It's a chunky can opener but requires less effort than more old fashioned ones. Unfortunately it's plastic, but I do see it possibly being the last can opener I buy as it's very sturdy and well made.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety LidLifter/Can Opener with Ring-Pull, 8 x 2.5 x 2.75 inches, Red
- Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety Master Opener for Cans, Bottles and Jars, 9 x 2.75 inches, Red
- Kuhn Rikon 5-in-1 Multi-Purpose Strain-Free Opener for Jars, Bottles and Ring-Pull Cans, 5 x 10 x 2.25 inches, Red

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