You’ve got this! You can do it.
No waiting for someone to come home. Customers tell us this is the part that matters, not the jar.
The original under-cabinet jar opener
Open every jar
Open every jar
with confidence.
For 50 years, seniors have trusted the UN-SKRU to open stubborn jars safely, comfortably and independently. It screws to the underside of a cabinet and stays there. Nothing to plug in, nothing to charge.
★★★★★ Trusted by millions
Made in USA
5-year warranty
30-day guarantee
Trusted for decadesSeniors have relied on the same simple design for 50 years.
Made in USAFDA-compliant components of case-hardened steel gripper, ABS plastic.
Millions of Happy OwnersNationally recognized registered brand name you can pronounce, and hundreds of recent 5-star rave reviews.
Featured by the Arthritis FoundationDecades in AARP’s “Shopper’s Corner”, and in the Arthritis Foundation’s Aids for Daily Living.
Why people love it
Most jar openers ask your hands to do the hard work. This one does it for you.
The knurled gripper securely grabs the lid for you. You then turn the jar itself, using one or both hands and enlisting your shoulders for the hard work, instead of the delicate joints of your fingers and wrist.
Keeps hands safe.
Nothing on it bites or cuts. It is used every day by people with arthritis and by people recovering from wrist surgery.
Built to last decades.
A knurled steel gripper and two steel screws. No motor, no batteries, nothing to wear out. Warranted for five years, known to last far longer.
One opener for every lid.
Nail polish at one end, gallon pickle jars at the other. Nothing to adjust or swap between them.
Three steps, once and for all
Install it once. Use it for decades.
1 Install
2 screws, 10 minutes.
Hold it flush to the front under the shelf or cabinet, make the screw holes, then drive the 2 front screws that are provided.
2 Slide
Slide the lid along the “curb”.
Slide it from right to left until it meets the knurled gripper. Pull it toward you to make it snug.
3 Twist
Turn the jar, not the lid.
Your hands stay on the jar where you have the real strength. Your lid opens in seconds.
See it work
Watch a stubborn lid give up.
Sixty seconds is all it takes to see the whole product. There isn't a fourth step.
Be a hero
The UN-SKRU in a real kitchen, start to finish.
See it work
Installs flush, so you can see the lid meet the gripper.
The full demonstration
Three steps from installation to an open jar.
It sits above the counter, out of the way of everything else. Two screws hold it up and there is nothing else to it.
An honest comparison
What you get that a drawer full of gadgets never gave you.
Most jar openers ask your hands to squeeze, clamp, or bite. UN-SKRU asks them to do almost nothing at all.
| Feature | UN-SKRU | Generic openers |
|---|---|---|
| Safe to use, every time | Have sharp teeth or steel bands | |
| Frees you to use both hands on jars | Lack this feature | |
| Opens all lids, ½" to 5" | Size limitations, adjustments needed | |
| Known to last 3 decades | Not known for longevity | |
| Flush install, so you can see as you open | Set back install means you can’t see | |
| Gives strength and stability | Lack this feature | |
| Made in USA | Imports mean delays, problematic refunds |
Verified customer reviews
Proven reliable by millions.
Read these verified stories about why seniors value the UN-SKRU and share them as gifts.
★★★★★AN AMAZING PRODUCT!
If I could rate this as 10 stars I would. We were gifted one of these 30 years ago, but foolishly left it with the house when we sold it 20 years ago. For the last 20 years I’ve been looking for this product but spelled it incorrectly. Now that I found them I purchased 2 new UN-SKRUs and now life is good again. These things are AMAZING and have NEVER failed me. It’s easy to use for big and small jars and is simply amazing!
Richard C. WeeberVerified purchase · Nov 2025
★★★★★OUTSTANDING PRODUCT
I give UN-SKRU jar opener 5+ stars! It’s the only opener I’ve had that is easy to install and simple to use. I’ve not had a jar that hasn’t opened on the first try from nail polish to sticky maple syrup. You will not be disappointed with this product!
Jeanne WrightVerified purchase · May 2025
★★★★★LOVE THIS PRODUCT!
We have used this product for many years. Recently have bought four, given three as greatly appreciated gifts. Two of the recipients are medically losing hand/arm strength and found this tool very helpful. Would HIGHLY recommend.
RiggieVerified purchase · May 2025
★★★★★HISTORY OF A GREAT PRODUCT
This is the second one that I have owned. The first was purchased by my mother over 30 years ago. When she passed away in 2015 I brought it home and have LOVED it ever since. It recently broke and I immediately replaced it. I’m sure it will serve me as well for the next 30+ years. Keep up the good work.
Robert L. Bligh, Jr.Verified purchase · Mar 2025
★★★★★BEST JAR OPENER EVER!
Had one of these years ago for my Mom who had terrible arthritis. I was delighted to find it again here! Works with one hand and is super reliable. Under cabinet mounting means it is out of the way, out of sight and readily available. Made in USA … also a great thing!
Erik GoepfertVerified purchase · Jan 2025
★★★★★WORKS GREAT
We had an older one that I found at a garage sale and have used it for many years. When it broke and we removed it from under the cabinet we found the name and were delighted it is still being made. It is completely out of sight yet works perfectly. No need to store it in a drawer or somewhere. With the new one we also found instructions on how to open even very small jars. Wow! So much better.
Nancy BrownVerified purchase · Oct 2023
★★★★★EASY TO USE!
This was a gift for my son and his wife. She had seen me use mine, it’s around 25-30 years old. It was a gift for my mom after she’d bought herself one. And the label is still exactly the same on the one I just purchased!! The same company!! So I can attest to the durability of it. And it works like a charm especially if you have issues with your grip. It’s for any size jars or bottles. Up to 5”. We love it!!
PennyVerified purchase · Dec 2023
★★★★★SIMPLE YET EFFECTIVE
I saw this item used at a friend’s house and I was impressed! I had never seen anything work so fast and be so easy to use. I ordered a couple and when they arrived I installed one and got to use it that night. It worked great, so simple yet so effective I ordered 2 more and these are going to be great Christmas gifts. Thank you for such a great product!!
Jeff DitgesVerified purchase · Nov 2022
Jeff DitgesVerified purchase · Nov 2022
Features only the UN-SKRU offers
3 benefits that make it the best.
Seen in the AARP Bulletin, carried in catalogs including Brookstone and Sears, and featured in the Arthritis Foundation's Guide to Independent Living.
Installation
If you can hang a picture, you can fit an UN-SKRU.
Most are installed in less than ten minutes. Installation instructions are included on the product package. If you’d rather not use a drill, a grandchild or a handyman will manage it in one visit.
- Pick your spotUnder a cabinet near the sink, with clear space below for a tall jar. Right of center suits right-handed turning.
- Hold it up and mark the holesHold the UN-SKRU in place flush to the front and mark the two screw holes with pencil or pen.
- Make the pilot holesTo make a pilot hole, pound a nail or use a 3/32" drill about a quarter inch deep, then screw in.
- Drive the screwsSnug, not forced. The plate should sit flat against the cabinet.
- Try it with an easy jar firstGet the feel of lifting and turning before you take on the pickles.
Questions
The things people ask before they order.
Will it work on my cabinets?
Yes, on any standard wood or plywood cabinet with a flat underside. Leave enough clear space below to lift your tallest jar. If your cabinets are metal, glass-fronted, or unusually thin, call us before you order and we'll tell you honestly whether it will hold.
How much strength does it actually take?
Far less than opening a jar by hand, because you're using both arms and your shoulders instead of your fingers and wrists. Most people who can turn a doorknob can open a jar with UN-SKRU. The gripper does the holding; you only supply the turn.
Will it damage the lid on the jar?
It will not render the lid unusable, but extremely tight lids may show marks from the knurled gripper and still work fine with future closings and openings. Canning lids tend to be softer than standard jar lids and may show marks.
What sizes of lid does it fit?
Half an inch up to five inches. That covers spice jars, sauce jars, mayonnaise, preserves and most large pickle jars.
Does it need batteries or power?
Nothing at all. There's no cord, no charging, no motor and nothing to replace. That's a large part of why so many are still working after thirty years.
Can I move it if I change kitchens?
Yes. Back out two screws, fill the holes, and mount it again in the new house. Plenty of our customers are on their third kitchen with the same unit.
What if it doesn't suit me?
Return it with a receipt within 30 days and we will refund what you paid. Call or email us first so we know to expect it and can tell you where to send it.
How long does delivery take?
Delivery is free within the United States and we email you tracking as soon as your parcel leaves us.
Enjoy more independence in your kitchen.
One installation, and the jars in your cabinet stop being a question of strength. Made in the USA, guaranteed for 30 days, and warranted for five years.
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