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The best jar and bottle openers

We trial tools to aid opening jars and bottles.

23 December 2022
Bryan wall cnz

By Bryan Wall

Product Test Journalist | Kaipūrongo Whakamātautau Hautaonga

Even the strongest of us sometimes have trouble opening lids on jars and bottles, and it only gets worse for those who suffer from conditions such as arthritis or repetitive strain injury (RSI).

On this page

  • Why are some jars so tricky to open?
  • How we trialled
  • The results - Jars
  • The results - Bottles
  • Our picks

Thankfully there’s a variety of products available to help open those tight lids – and help you avoid spilling pickle juice on your pants.

Why are some jars so tricky to open?

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How we trialled

The results - Jars

Flourish jar opener
AML jar opener
Avanti jar opener
Wiltshire jar opener
Oxo jar opener
Brix jar opener
Boa jar opener
Healthpride jar opener
Healthpride jar opener

The results - Bottles

Brix bottle opener
Brix bottle opener
Avanti bottle opener
Jokari bottle

Our picks


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