This is a great little can opener. Usually I stick to manual openers because they usually take up less space, can be used during power outages etc. But this one is nicely-compact in size and bonus, surprisingly quiet [I think most electric can openers are pretty noisy overall]. The cutting apparatus attaches easily & securely to cans, spins smoothly & retains the lids while you remove the can. Easy to clean as well. I would have given it 5 stars, except that I think the cord is rather short - and I would like to have received better directions with it [how to assemble, how to clean etc]. The paper directions - although in 3 languages - were quite brief. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]