Presto 02153 23-Quart Digital Pressure Canner

My 23qt pressure cooker came today and i immediately had to use it. So I can’t speak for how it holds up over time. This thing is awesome. I did a small batch of canned salmon and it worked perfectly. This machine does take longer than a normal stove top pressure cooker but if you are only doing one batch at a time this is totally worth it. I got it going and just went to do other things till it said it was done and that was so easy. So much less exhausting than sitting there monitoring a pressure gage for an hour. Now if you are a multiple batch at a time kind of person I don’t think I would recommend this cooker. The warm up and cool down take a significantly larger amount of time so you wouldn’t be cranking through batches the same. My stove top cooker takes 20 minutes to release the pressure and this takes 1.5 hrs to finish releasing pressure and cooling down. It was easy to use, and the directions were easy to understand. This cooker is very light and easy to move when empty. So far I have no complaints on the design. It would have been cool if they had thrown in a couple racks with this larger model for layers. I will update my review as I see how this pressure cooker holds up!

I bought this pressure canner so I could easily do smaller batches more frequently, rather than trying to fill my giant All American pressure canner. The directions are very clear and I especially like the laminated instruction card which gives instructions, acting as a reminder every time I pull this unit out. I appreciate that this canner handles all aspects of canning, including heating jars in advance. This really helps reduce the number of pans I usually had to use to pressure can, in order to pre-heat jars. Cooking speed seems less using this canner than a stove top model. It's very durable, being made out of heavy duty aluminum and it's easy to clean. The canner is attractive and while it's a bit heavy, it's no where near the weight of my huge All American. I find now that because it's so simple to use and my batches are smaller, I really enjoy canning a lot more and it's a much simpler task than using a giant canner - also because it's all automatic. I (probably like every other canner) feel that I should FILL any canner I use because I'm going through the effort to can something. This canner accommodates 16 wide mouth pints in layers and 7 quarts. A couple of times I've had 8 or 9 quarts or more than 16 pints, but it inspires me to prepare some more food and do a second load. All in all, a very nice canner and I'm very happy I bought it. While the price was a bit high, I appreciate the Presto name and I expect this canner to last me a long time.

LOVE this thing. I was nervous about canning in the first place, but as I watched videos, I realized I would not want to sit on top of a canner and worry about the proper heat and all the things you do to can successfully in a regular canner. As a newbie, this was the best option for me. I have canned over 120 items without a hitch. The first time I used it, it would not go to the canning phase. I searched the internet and found out that the air vent/cover lock was not engaging because the nut that is on the inside of the lid was loose. As soon as I tightened it up, I had no issues. That could have worked its way loose during travel, so not a fault of Presto. It is not loud. I am used to the different sounds it makes, but I appreciate that I can be in different places in the kitchen and it will let me know with a beep or beeping that it is ready to move to the next phase. It seems durable. I don't think it will have any issues in that department. I can tell you that owning this has made me addicted to canning. I am so happy to learn how to do it and to have a canner I can count on every time to come to the correct pressure/temp. and time. Wish I could have a second one.

Super happy I bought this. It’s nice for when you do big batches of pints. I also love that it does quarts. It’s a little slower than I’m use to but it’s worth it. Everything works perfectly no leaks easy on / off with lid. Super sturdy and the safety part is a plus. It’s big and it does its job.

I’ve been using the Presto Precise 23-Quart Digital Pressure Canner for about two weeks now, and overall I’m very happy with it. I’ve used it for both pressure canning and water bath canning, and it has made the process much easier than using a traditional stovetop pressure canner. There is a slight learning curve when you first get started, especially if you’ve always canned the traditional way, but after a couple of batches it becomes very straightforward. I really appreciate that the digital controls take much of the guesswork out of maintaining pressure and timing. My only real complaint is with the jar warming cycle. If you don’t want to warm your jars first, it’s not very intuitive how to skip that step. Also, once you’ve started a cycle, you can’t adjust the settings or time you have to turn the unit off and start over. It’s not a dealbreaker, but it would be nice if Presto added more flexibility in a future model. One thing I’m still keeping an eye on is the removable rack that sits in the bottom of the canner. After a 90-minute water bath of cherry tomatoes, I noticed what looked like scorch marks or discoloration on the bottom when I cleaned it the next morning. I always add a little vinegar to the water, so I’m not concerned about cosmetic staining, but I do hope it’s just normal discoloration and not a sign that something isn’t working correctly. Overall, this has been a great for this beginner’s canning setup. It simplifies both pressure canning and water bath canning, is much less intimidating than a traditional pressure canner, and gives me confidence throughout the process. Despite a couple of minor quirks, I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for an easier way to preserve their harvest. So far have canned squash, beef, beans, tomatos.

I am a long time canner both water and pressure canning. I love this canner. Presto made it convenient and less stressful for new canners with this canner. The investment is worth the time you will save watching a gage. Make sure to read the instructions for both pressure and waterbath canning as a rubber plug needs to be removed for waterbathing. I Will never give old my range top canner up but I will say the electric canner has become my go to.

I would easily have given this canner a 5 star rating, but the regulator was bad. So it's gonna take about 10 to 15 days to get a new one shipped to me. Presto's customer service is absolutely wonderful, though.

I love this Presto Electric Canner. I have Presto’s pressure canner, which I love. But with this Presto Electric Canner, I don’t have to watch the gauge the entire processing time. It also sits on the counter leaving more room on my stove top. I love that feature especially when doing jams & jelly. The canner is so easy to use. It really does walk you through the entire process. The 23 quart, for me, was a must have. With the smaller canner you can’t water bath quart jars because there isn’t enough room to cover the jars by the required 1-2 inches above the jars. Maybe I really didn’t need this canner because I have Presto’s pressure canner and a water bath/steam canner but I wanted it because of the room on my stove top and not having to babysit sit when processing. And when I have a big batch of ANYTHING I now have 2 pressure canners and water bath canners. How can that be a bad thing?😂 If your new to canning and still feel a little intimidated about canning, this Presto Precise Electric Canner will definitely help you every step of the way. 💗💗💗

I have had my canner a week. Have pressure canned and water bath canned and love it. Such an easy machine to use. Super simple. Absolutely in love so far. The only negetive I have so far is it only comes with one rack so you can’t stack your pressure canner. But there very inexpensive to buy.

Best thing ever!

Purchased for the wife so she can continue to can in the winter. Win win win!

Best product for quick results and fairly easy to use.

Love this canner