The 9 Best Electric Wine Openers
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Nine electric corkscrews compared on synthetic corks, battery life, warranty and stands. The Secura SWO-3N leads for quick, clean pulls at a modest cost. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
In one large kitchen trial, the best electric opener pulled a synthetic cork in under 20 seconds, while the slowest took more than a minute. Most of that gap comes down to the screw: a sharp, skinny one bites cleanly, and a dull one chews. A good one suits anyone with weak hands, arthritis or a stack of bottles to open for a party.
Editor's Notes
November 1, 2026, by Ezvid Wiki Editors:
The Secura SWO-3N takes the top spot. It won an eight-opener trial by America's Test Kitchen, which ran each one through 20 bottles of natural and synthetic corks and then a month of daily use, and it still costs less than most rivals. That same trial panned the Rabbit Automatic Electric Corkscrew, so it stays off the list, and it found the Oster model slow, which is why the Oster FPSTBW8207 sits in the middle despite its huge following.
Five models from the earlier version have left the shelves: the Oster Inspire, Ozeri Nouveaux II, iTronics IC700, Hamilton Beach Cordless and Uncle Viner Gift Set. The Cuisinart CWO-50 is hard to find new, so the Cuisinart CWO-25 takes its place. The Wine Enthusiast Push-Button stays. Beyond that one trial, we leaned on makers' battery and warranty figures and on what owners report about corks that shred and batteries that fade. For cans rather than corks, see our electric can openers.
Earlier notes
September 28, 2020, by Melissa Harr:
For most, we feel that the Oster Inspire still makes a handy choice, one that's easy enough to use while offering a handsome appearance, too. The Ozeri Nouveaux II retains a top spot, as well, since we appreciate its wallet-friendly cost and choice of colors. And speaking of color choices, we added the Secura Automatic for those who want something a little different. In fact, not only does it come in several fun colors, but there's even a version with both a red and blue light. But if you select a Secura model, keep in mind that if you aren't using it very much, you'll still need to charge it every three months to keep the battery in proper working order.
We also kept models that would make good gifts, including the Uncle Viner Gift Set, but we did not include models from popular makers Rabbit or Peugeot. While their manual models are certainly worthy of appreciation, the electric models they offer struggle to live up to the hype, especially considering that they're rather more expensive than most. You're perhaps better off buying any of the affordable models listed here, and saving the extra cash for a wine cooler or aerator.
April 28, 2019, by Tina Morna Freitas:
As electric wine openers are a popular housewarming gift, especially for a younger couple just starting out, we made sure that amongst the reliable picks were several options suitable for gift-giving.
The Oster Inspire took the top spot not just for its reliability, but for its sleek look that will look elegant in upscale kitchens, making it suitable for using while entertaining. The inclusion of a wine chiller also makes it a great gift option. We also included the Uncle Viner Gift Set on this list, as it has good power despite some of its cheaper accessories, and it comes in an attractive gift box.
The Screw Matters More Than The Motor
The testers found that sharp, skinny worms did best, while dull ones struggled with synthetic corks.
Every opener here works the same way. You set it on the bottle neck, press a button, and a motor turns a spiral screw, called a worm, down into the cork and then lifts the cork out. A second press, or a reverse button, spins the cork back off the worm.
What separates good from bad is mostly the worm. In America's Test Kitchen's trial of eight openers, the best one pulled a synthetic cork in under 20 seconds and the slowest took more than a minute. The testers found that sharp, skinny worms did best, while dull ones struggled with synthetic corks. That matters because plastic and other alternative closures are common on everyday wine, and they're tougher and springier than natural cork.
No electric corkscrew is meant for champagne or other sparkling wine. Those corks are held in by pressure and a wire cage, and they come out by hand. Peugeot says outright that its Elis Touch is for still wine only.
Batteries, Stands And Charging
Most electric openers have a rechargeable battery and live on a charging stand. Older designs use nickel-metal hydride cells, which hold fewer bottles and fade with age. A lithium battery charges faster and holds more: Peugeot rates the Elis Touch for about 80 bottles and a recharge of about 2.5 hours, while many stand models list 30 to 50 bottles and need several hours to recharge.
The first charge counts. The Secura SWO-3N manual asks for at least eight hours before first use, and Secura suggests topping up every three months if the opener sits unused. Check the charger's voltage if you travel: Oster's stand is made for 110 to 120 volt outlets only, while Secura's takes 100 to 240 volts.
If you'd rather never charge anything, AA-powered openers such as the Vin Fresco BAT1 and COKUNST KB1 skip the stand. A set of batteries lasts about 30 bottles, and spares cost little. Across every type, the most common complaint is a battery that weakens after one or two years, so a longer warranty is worth having.
Getting A Clean Pull
Cut the foil first with the included cutter. Set the opener straight on the neck, hold the bottle firmly on the counter, and keep the button down until the motor stops. Then reverse it to free the cork. Don't rock or twist the opener while it runs, because a crooked worm splits corks.
Old, dry corks can crumble under any opener. Keep a simple waiter's corkscrew in a drawer for those bottles, and for the day the battery runs flat mid-cork. If a cork jams, run the motor in reverse rather than pulling it by hand. Never use an opener on a bottle with a chip or crack. The Consumer Product Safety Commission's recall database lists no recall for these electric models; its one wine-opener recall was a 2011 air-pump opener that could break bottles.
Wipe the worm with a damp cloth after use and keep the motor body away from water. If your kitchen also wants a powered tool for cans, see our electric can openers.
How we researched this
We compared 19 electric wine openers, including every model on the earlier list, read makers' battery, charging and warranty figures and the Secura SWO-3N manual, used America's Test Kitchen's trial of eight openers, analyzed owner feedback on battery life and failed corks, and searched the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's recall database.
Frequently asked questions
Do electric wine openers work on synthetic corks?
Most do, but some struggle. A sharp, skinny worm handles synthetic corks best. In America's Test Kitchen's trial, the Secura SWO-3N was quick on them, while the Cuisinart CWO-25 had trouble.
How many bottles does an electric wine opener open per charge?
Makers rate most models for 30 to 50 bottles. The lithium-powered Peugeot Elis Touch is rated for about 80. AA models get about 30 bottles from a set of batteries.
How long does an electric wine opener take to charge?
Plan on a long first charge: Secura asks for at least eight hours and Oster six to eight. After that, lithium models such as the Peugeot Elis Touch recharge in about 2.5 hours.
Can an electric wine opener open champagne?
No. Sparkling wine corks are held in by pressure and a wire cage and should be eased out by hand. Electric corkscrews are for still wine.
Are electric wine openers good for arthritis?
Yes, that's one of the best reasons to buy one. You only press a button while the motor turns and pulls, so there's no twisting or levering.
What should I do if a cork gets stuck?
Run the opener in reverse to back the worm out, then try again with the opener set straight on the neck. If the cork is crumbling, finish with a manual corkscrew.
