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X-ACTO Powerhouse Electric Pencil Sharpener with SafeStart Motor: Electronic Sharpener for Pencils, Black & Clear
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Highlights
- Break-resistant heavy duty pencil sharpener creates precise tips to reduce lead breakage and frustrations
- Flyaway cutter prevents oversharpening by stopping the cutter when pencil reaches ideal sharpness
- SafeStart® motor stops shaving when bin is removed
- Easy-to-empty, large shaving bin means less mess
- Innovative design provides visibility to cutter blades
Description
Spend less time sharpening and more time writing with the X-ACTO® Powerhouse® Pencil Sharpener. This electric pencil sharpener comes with a flyway cutter that prevents oversharpening and keeps pencil tips precise for less breakage. The innovative design of this heavy-duty sharpener provides visibility to the cutter blades, while the anti-clog cutter gear makes it perfect for colored pencils. A slip-resistant bottom keeps the pencil sharpener steady when in use. Finally, the SafeStart® electric motor stops when the large, easy-to-empty shavings bin is removed. Stay sharp with X-ACTO®, the #1 electric pencil sharpener brand!
Dimensions (Overall): 7.88 Inches (H) x 4.81 Inches (W) x 4.88 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.48 Pounds
Package Quantity: 1
Material: Plastic
Power Source: Electric
Battery: No Battery Used
TCIN: 79843384
UPC: 079946271706
Item Number (DPCI): 081-06-0013
Origin: Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 4.875 inches length x 4.813 inches width x 7.875 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.48 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: How do you clean out the pencil shavings?
submitted by denise - 3 years ago
A: Hello, Denise. Thanks for choosing X-ACTO Powerhouse, in order for you to clean/empty the pencil shavings. 1.Hold the bottom part of the sharpener with your left hand, and using your right hand rotate the upper part of the sharpener. 2. Gently pull the plastic that holds the blade. If in of further assistance, please contact us directly.
submitted bySandy Laval - 3 years agoBrand expert
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Guests are saying
This electric pencil sharpener has garnered mixed feedback from guests, with many praising its speed and efficiency in sharpening both regular and colored pencils. Guests appreciate its quiet operation and easy-to-empty shavings container, making it suitable for classrooms and home use. However, some guests have experienced issues with durability and jamming, leading to disappointment. Overall, it offers a modern design and reliable performance for those who need a dependable sharpener.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
3.8 out of 5 stars with 78 reviews
quality: 2 out of 5
value: 1.94 out of 5
28% would recommend
21 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
28 June, 2025Verified purchase
Not worth the money
This is the worst pencil sharpener I have ever bought. I am a teacher and it did not last 10 pencils before it stopped working. Returning immediately!!!!
1 out of 5 stars
27 November, 2024
originally posted on schoolspecialty.com
Expensive and low quality, not a heavy duty.
I bought it because it said it is a heavy duty sharpener. I am a teacher and I was very disappointed, this is an expensive product and it broke the first semester I used it. I am not sure what is wrong with it, it spins but doesn't sharp the pencil, if I press a little more to see if that will work it stops spinning. I wanted to return it but I don't have the receipt anymore.
1 reply from Maureen team - 11 months ago
Thanks for leaving your review. We have reached out to gather more details and offer assistance. Please check your email and respond so that we can resolve this issue for you. We appreciate your business!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
14 August, 2024Verified purchase
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener
Terrible pencil sharpener! It jams and stops as soon and the pencil hits the blades. There is no way I can use this in my class. Terrible quality for the price.
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 August, 2024Verified purchase
Not a fan.
Very finicky… the pencils almost have to be at an angle and then you have to rotate it to get all sides sharp…. If it doesn’t break the lead off. Bought one at Sam’s for half the price and it works great.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
21 March, 2024Verified purchase
Broke immediately
I bought this for my classroom since our last sharpener broke. Had it in my classroom for 10 minutes and the blades stopped working. Now we're back to having no classroom sharpener.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
2 December, 2023
Poor quality sharpener
Like others have noted, this sharpener worked for a week, then jammed completely. I wish I had read reviews before purchase. I will be returning it today.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
30 November, 2023Verified purchase
Pencil
Good quality product.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
30 March, 2023
Horrible
Impossible to clear jams! Waste of money.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
10 February, 2023Verified purchase
My school needs to buy these sharpeners
I like that it sharpens quickly and the shavings case has a lock. It was difficult to open so it shows me that I don’t have to worry about my student spilling shaving all over the room.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 January, 2023
Complete Garbage
I just got this home and the sharpener doesn't even spin. The motor just runs like a worthless piece of junk. So frustrating. This is suppose to be commercial-grade. What a joke. I'm a homeschool mom who uses pencils all the time. so incredibly disappointing. Find another brand. Retunring this as soon as I can. And wishing I could rate this ZERO stars.
1 reply from Sandy Laval team - 3 years ago
Hell, Redheadedreader. We apologize for any inconvenience if your newly purchased X-ACTO Powerhouse Electric Pencil Sharpener are not working. We'll be more than happy to address this issue. Please contact us directly, we are looking forward to hear from you!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
30 November, 2022Verified purchase
Broke easily
Broke after the third pencil
1 reply from Sandy Laval team - 3 years ago
Hello, Mamma bear34. Thanks for sharing your feedback with X-ACTO Powerhouse Electric Pencil Sharpener, and sorry to hear if they get broken after sharpening third pencil. We would be happy to resolve this issue with you. Please contact us directly.
1 out of 5 stars
19 October, 2022
originally posted on schoolspecialty.com
Inferior
The description claims “Heavy Duty” let me tell you from first hand experience this is exactly the opposite. Motor disconnected from grinder because of tiny plastic parts. Terrible my expensive for such a low quality item.
1 reply from Ashley team - 3 years ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We've forwarded your issue to our Product Management Team, and they’re looking into it. We’re sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Our Customer Care Team will be in touch. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please visit our Customer Care portal at https://help.schoolspecialty.com.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
1 September, 2022Verified purchase
Stopped working after three months
It worked well for just over three months. The warranty is for 90 days, and of course it stopped working - like many others have noted - just after the warranty expired.
1 reply from Sandy Laval team - 3 years ago
Hi, we apologize for the inconvenience that your Powerhouse Electric Sharpener suddenly stops working. We'd like to address this concern and be resolved. Please contact us directly at 1-800-879-4868 / Mon - Fri, 9AM - 5PM E.T.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
29 August, 2022
Awful
It was a spectacular machine for the 1 day that it worked.
1 reply from Sandy Laval team - 3 years ago
Hi, Katie. We apologize seeing this kind of experience as your X-ACTO Powerhouse Electric Sharpener suddenly stops working upon normal usage. We'd like resolve and help you. Please contact us directly at 1-800-879-4868 / Mon - Fri, 9AM - 5PM E.T.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
30 March, 2022Verified purchase
Love This Thing!
Sharpened Every Pencil/colored Pencil In The House In Under 15 Minutes With No Trouble At All. (We're Talking Hundreds)
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
9 March, 2022Verified purchase
Hard pass
Much like the other reviews, it worked (sort of, would not sharpen pencils on center) for a couple weeks and then the gears disengaged from the blades. Was a waste of money.
1 reply from Sandy Laval team - 4 years ago
Hi, Kate. Thank you for sharing your review for X-ACTO Powerhouse Electric Pencil Sharpener, and sorry to hear that the gears of your sharpener disengaged from the blades. To have this resolved, please contact X-ACTO directly. We look forward to assisting you.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
30 January, 2022Verified purchase
Poor quality
Stopped working after one week of use.
1 reply from Sandy Laval team - 4 years ago
Hi. Thanks for sharing your review with X-ACTO, and sorry to hear your Powerhouse Sharpener stopped working after a week. Please reach out to X-ACTO directly to have your concern resolved. Have a nice day!
2 out of 5 stars
28 December, 2021Verified purchase
Great while it worked
This worked great for the 3 months it did work. Now the motor runs when I insert a pencil, but the sharpener does not spin to sharpen the pencil. I just reached out to X-ACTO support, so we'll see how that goes...
1 reply from Sandy Laval team - 4 years ago
Hi, Nathan. Thanks for sharing your review with X-ACTO, and sorry to hear your Powerhouse Sharpener does not rotate. It is great that you contacted X-ACTO directly to resolve your issue. We trust that you will get a satisfactory resolution. Have a nice day!
1 out of 5 stars
10 December, 2021Verified purchase
Did not work
I got this a few months ago as a backup. When I opened it to use it did not work at all. It has a defect. Because I waited too long to use it I can't return it. I'm not sure how common this is among all of this model but I would not recommend.
1 reply from Sandy Laval team - 4 years ago
Hi. Thanks for sharing your review with X-ACTO, and sorry to hear your Powerhouse Sharpener is not working. Please reach out to us directly, so we can have your concern addressed. Let's turn this experience around for you!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
22 November, 2021Verified purchase
Terrible product
Used it a couple of times and now it just woke work whatsoever.
1 reply from Sandy Laval team - 4 years ago
Hi. Thanks for sharing your review with X-ACTO, and sorry to hear your Powerhouse Sharpener is not working properly. Please give our consumer care team a call at 1-800-879-4868, and we will have this addressed. Let's turn this experience around for you!