Nesco MPC-24QT 24-Quart
A low-cost 24-quart canner for gas and electric ranges, with both a rocking weight and a dial gauge.
Amazon $147.94 eBay$147.94
The Nesco MPC-24QT 24-Quart is the better pressure canner overall, rated 2.9 to 2.7. The Nesco MPC-24QT 24-Quart leads on value. The Nesco MPC-24QT 24-Quart costs $241.95 less ($147.94 vs $389.89).
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Presto 02153 23-Quart Digital
For high-volume canning without watching a gauge, at roughly twice the price of a stovetop 23-quart.
Amazon $389.89 eBay$389.89
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Nesco MPC-24QT 24-Quart for value ($6.16 per quart ($147.94, 24 qt) vs $16.95 per quart ($389.89, 23 qt)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 23 quarts and up pressure canner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Nesco MPC-24QT 24-Quart | Presto 02153 23-Quart Digital |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 45% | 90 $6.16 per quart ($147.94, 24 qt) | 41 $16.95 per quart ($389.89, 23 qt) |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Convenience 30% | 0 manual pressure control with a replaceable gasket | 50 automatic pressure control (seal type not published) |
Specifications
| Nesco MPC-24QT 24-Quart | Presto 02153 23-Quart Digital | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Liquid capacity | 24 qt | 23 qt |
| Pint jars per load | 8 pints | 20 pints |
| Quart jars per load | 7 quarts | 7 quarts |
| Build and control | ||
| Type | Stovetop | Electric |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Seal | Gasket | - |
| Pressure control | Dial gauge and weight | Digital |
| Induction cooktop | No | - |
| Weight | - | 13.9 lb |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |