Presto 12Qt Digital Pressure Canner - 02144 - Cooks Up to 7 Pints or 4 Quarts

ANNE107: I've used Presto canners for many, many years, and so I was thrilled when Presto put this canner on the market. They are a great company, and I didn't think twice about buying it. This is a dream machine (but nothing is perfect, and drawbacks are coming up below!). The pros: incredibly easy to use; no guesswork; no watching; great digital display; instructions are easy to follow (just read them very carefully); included is a plastic coated card, two-sided (one side for water bath canning, and the other for pressure canning); and it's perfect for small batch canning. It works beautifully, it does exactly what it says it will do, and I love it.
OK, there are cons and here is what I don't love: the fill line inside the pot should be demarcated better, maybe with the same bright green that is used on the outside; the power cord is very short, which means that in my kitchen anyway there is no flexibility in terms of where I can use it; it is VERY HEAVY and I'm not kidding HEAVY; the lid takes a little practice to get on right; the VENT-CAN-VENT markings on the cover should be easier to see and read, again, perhaps in bright green; and, because of the...

United States on Nov 29, 2023

Nick Akom: I recently purchased the Presto 12 Qt Electric Pressure Canner, and I must say it has revolutionized my home canning experience. This appliance has proven to be not only easy to use but also incredibly convenient, making it a valuable addition to my kitchen.

One of the standout features of the Presto Electric Pressure Canner is its user-friendly design. The intuitive controls and clear instructions made the canning process a breeze, even for someone like me who is relatively new to home canning. The digital display and preset functions took the guesswork out of the equation, ensuring that my fruits and vegetables were perfectly preserved with minimal effort on my part.

Cleaning up after the canning process can be a daunting task with traditional canners, but the Presto Electric Pressure Canner eliminates that concern. The removable components are easily disassembled and cleaned, and the stainless steel construction ensures durability and easy maintenance. The convenience of a non-stick interior further simplifies the cleaning process, saving both time and effort.

What truly sets this electric pressure canner apart is the value it brings to...

United States on Nov 27, 2023

Sara Scott: I love this canner, it’s so convenient. Only issue I have had is the volume for the beeps went away after a month of use. I contacted the manufacturer and they wouldn’t help me because I’m from Canada. They said the volume can’t be adjusted. So now I just have to pay attention to it more to see when it’s ready for the next step rather than hearing it beep. Other than that it’s great!

Canada on Oct 06, 2023

mississi: Dispendieux mais c'est à un autre niveau. Un charme... Tellement que c'est rendu que je me cherche quelque chose à canner :-)

Canada on Sep 29, 2023

Lee Ann Brost: Love the ease of use!

Canada on Sep 19, 2023

HFla: I love this thing SO MUCH!!! I’ve been wanting to get into canning for a really long time but I was honestly intimidated by it. I really love to cook but due to health reasons I’ve made some big changes in my diet. So buying at the grocery store has become more expensive than usual plus I spend so much time reading labels. Canning has given me much greater control of my food (no chemicals) plus I love that I can reduce sugar. This canner has allowed me to explore both styles of canning with ease! I’ve had it for a month and I’ve been able preserve anything from low sugar jams to spaghetti sauce - it is so fun!! It has worked perfectly every time with no issues. The one thing I will say is it only cans 4 quarts at a time but since it’s just me that’s not a big issue. I looked at cheaper ones here on Amazon but decided to go with this one because it was slightly larger. I’m so glad I did. This has been one of the best investments I’ve made in a long time!!!

UPDATE::: I bought this at the end of June and have used it steadily since with no issues. Today when I was washing the inside liner (mid August), the inside coating peeled off! I notice...

United States on Jul 31, 2023

DianaDiana: Very good first impression, have made (1) batch pressure canned whole tomatoes and (1) Salsa using the hot water bath function
Pros:
1. Easy to follow prompts
2. Jars are heated in unit
3. Quick guide is well done
4. Way less hassle than stove top units, I love the automation!
Cons:
1. Significant price difference from USA than Canada
2. A more complete recipe guide - or link to recipes

Overall, very happy with this unit, so far, would love to experiment more recipes

Update:
Love, love, love this unit
Have canned 8 different things - 6 hot water and 2 pressure can.
If anyone has pressure canning recipes for this, please share!

Canada on Sep 07, 2022

Gary JanzenGary Janzen: As a Canadian buyer I was unaware I have zero warranty!!!!! I contacted presto directly and this unit. Has no warranty for failure. Please know this before you purchase. I ordered this unit and it came very quickly. Well before expected delivery. It came very damaged as it is not packaged in a second box, just shipped in the manufacturer box. The unit was dinted. Being a pressure canner i felt that was unsafe. I exchanged the unit which was very easy. Replacement unit arrived just as fast. Still I just the manufacturer box but shippers were nicer. The canner itself is amazing!! Very easy to follow and I have already canned turkey soup. It is really a set it and forget it. Unit does get pretty hot but doesn’t heat up the house at all compared to stove top pressure canning. Because it’s so easy I can definitely see more pressure canning in my future.

Canada on Jun 07, 2021