X-ACTO Mighty Mite Electric Pencil Sharpener with Pencil Saver & SafeStart Motor: Electronic Sharpener for Kids, Office Use
$14.99 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991
About this item
Highlights
- Break-resistant compact pencil sharpener creates precise tips to reduce lead breakage and frustrations
- Electric pencil sharpener with Pencil Saver® feature prevents oversharpening
- SafeStart® motor stops shaving when bin is removed
- Easy-to-empty shaving bin means less mess
- Colored pencil compatible
Description
Spend less time sharpening and more time writing with the break-resistant X-ACTO® Mighty Mite® Pencil Sharpener. With the Pencil Saver® feature, this electric pencil sharpener prevents oversharpening to keep tips from breaking and frustration from setting in. A slip-resistant bottom keeps the pencil sharpener steady when in use. Finally, the SafeStart® electric motor stops when the easy-to-empty shavings bin is removed. It’s also compatible with colored pencils. Stay sharp with X-ACTO®, the #1 electric pencil sharpener brand!
Dimensions (Overall): 4.5 Inches (H) x 7 Inches (W) x 3.12 Inches (D)
Weight: .88 Pounds
Package Quantity: 1
Material: Plastic
Power Source: Electric
Battery: No Battery Used
Warranty: 10 Year Limited Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
TCIN: 79843386
UPC: 079946271737
Item Number (DPCI): 081-06-5966
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 3.31 inches length x 4.56 inches width x 7.09 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.88 pounds
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.
Q: Is it battery operated or plug in?
submitted by B A S - 1 year ago
A: It is a plug in.... no battery choice.
submitted byMommyOf5 - 8 months ago
Q: Is this product safe to use colored pencils with?
submitted by PlusUltra321 - 3 years ago
A: Hello, PlusUltra321. Yes, this new Mighty Mite Electric Pencil Sharpener is compatible with colored pencils.
submitted bySandy Laval - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: does this sharpener sharpen fat kindergarten pencils or fatter then standard pencils
submitted by MS D T - 3 years ago
A: X-ACTO Mighty Mite Electric Pencil Sharpener is recommended for sharpening pencils of standard size.
submitted bySandy Laval - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can you sharpen soft core colored pencils?
submitted by Leah - 8 months ago
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The X-Acto Mighty Mite Electric Pencil Sharpener is a compact and efficient tool for both home and office use. It features a helical cutter for precise sharpening and an auto-stop feature to prevent over-sharpening. While it excels in performance, some guests have reported issues with durability and the size of the shavings receptacle.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.3 out of 5 stars with 372 reviews
quality: 2.83 out of 5
value: 2.96 out of 5
43% would recommend
65 recommendations
Terrible
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Bek - 17 days ago
Would not work out of the box. Could not even use it once.
Target sucks
1 out of 5 stars
MamaBear - 26 days ago, Verified purchaser
You denied my return of order #912002632503698 when it was returned in original packaging and condition within the 30 day return window, keeping my money and my return. Target sucks! Everyone, boycott!
Stopped working
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Mamabear - 29 days ago, Verified purchaser
Purchased November of 2024 and it has stopped working. Put in the pencil and it will not sharpen. I do not have the box it came in. Can u get an exchange?
Great for school use!
4 out of 5 stars
ashlyj18_2671 - 2 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com

Love this sharpener! I have it at work and me and my kids use it ! It’s very safe and easy to clean afterwards!! I did have tape the bucket into it bc If it’s not fully in it won’t turn on!
Broke easily
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
No - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
Broke after only a few months
I'm surprised at the good reviews....
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
MommyOf5 - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
If I'd used it only for a regular pencil, I probably would've given it 5 stars, because it does a great job, very sharp point. Buuuut, then I began sharpening my daughter's colored (map) pencils and it was awful! The first one jammed it and I had to take it apart to get the piece out. It does worse a job, the softer the wood. The firmer colored pencils do slightly better, but it takes several goes and eats up a lot of pencil before it gets a decent point.... the softer wood just jams it over and over. So if you're only using hard, regular pencils, this is a great choice for you.... but not for anything else.
Don't buy
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
suecq - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
It stopped working after 2 uses.
Don't buy
1 out of 5 stars
Simpson guy - 9 months ago
Terrible don’t buy !! Returned that same day
Do not recommend
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
brittnevans - 11 months ago, Verified purchaser
Does a terrible job. Returned.
Doesnt sharpen well
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Blondensmart - 11 months ago, Verified purchaser
Doesn’t really sharpen
Broke after 6 months
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
HS - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
This pencil sharpener broke after six months. We didn't use it all that often either. Would not recommend purchasing.
Useless
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
ToddlerMomx2 - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Doesn’t work . Will be returning first thing in the morning.
Returning - Kept Getting Stuck
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
mpbarrick - 1 year ago
This sharpener kept getting stuck on our pencils (Ticonderoga brand). You have to push them in very slowly and it doesn’t sharpen smoothly, it feels like the motor is really working hard. It wasn’t sharpening our pencils evenly either but maybe another brand would work better.
Sharp points every time!
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Ray - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
It does the job very well!
longer cord needed for safety
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
- 1 year ago
Short cord causes tripping issues. Longer cord needed for safety when sharpening pencils.
Do not purchase
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Kt - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
After one week of using the pencil sharpener it stopped working.
2 years of sharpener bliss
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Mille - 1 year ago
Broke after 2 years but worked well for that time! Sharpened standard #2 pencils and colored pencils in no time. Going to buy this again. The motor must have died. Nothing is stuck in the chamber so I assume that's what failed. One downside is how small the sharpening catcher is. It's just the front clear part and it gets full quickly and is messy to empty when full. We've had many a spill over. But for the money, it's a great sharpener.
Is this supposed to have a cord?
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
AO - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Didn't come with the adapter/cord so I'm not sure how I'm supposed to use it. Will be returning.
Budget Friendly Must Buy
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Abri - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
My first sharpener lasted me 2 1/2 years. I recently purchased a second one. You truly get your moneys worth.
Not good enough.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Jfrizz - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Couldn’t get through more than 3 colored pencils. Kept stopping. I’d have to rotate the pencil slightly to keep going. Sharpened the first one quickly and nicely. Then it started chewing them up awfully.