Using a can opener can often result in a mess (and cuts, if you're not careful). Here's the right way to use a can opener to avoid these issues.

But whereas some use it by placing it at near a right angle to the can lid, the best way is to place it parallel to the can lid and move it around the circumference of the lid.

With that in mind, I tested 15 different can openers, both manual and electric, to find ones that were reliable, safe and easy to clean. Here’s what I found.

The OXO Good Grips Smooth Edge Can Opener is our top pick because of its easy-to-turn knob, smooth edge finish, and ergonomic design. BHG / Alli Waataja Manual can openers might be among the ...

Type Can openers can be manual or electric. To use a manual opener, you close the opener around the can lid, then turn a knob to progress the blades along the can’s edge to open it.

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey needed help in the kitchen and turned to social media for advice on how to use a manual can opener.

The Queen of Clean shares how to clean the cutting blades and wheel on the can opener and keep them moving freely.

A well-designed manual can opener makes this common kitchen task much easier to perform, and OXO models are known for their durability and ease of use.