For a small household that wants a canner it will never need to re-gasket, at a high price per quart.
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For small batches when you want the canner to run itself, and the price per quart is a lesser concern.
- 12 qtCapacity
- 8 pintsPint jars
- 5 quartsQuart jars
- ElectricType
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- Automatic: a sensor holds the temperature, no dial to watch
- Works as a boiling-water canner too
- Compact for a countertop
- Highest price per quart in the category
- Holds only 8 pints or 5 quarts
The Presto Precise Digital family
Every Presto Precise Digital model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Capacity | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presto 02144 12-Quart Digital (this one) | 12 qt | 2.2/5 | $368.81 |
| Presto 02154 16-Quart Digital | 16 qt | 2.5/5 | $339.95 |
| Presto 02152 17-Quart Digital | 17 qt | 2.5/5 | $378.99 |
| Presto 02153 23-Quart Digital | 23 qt | 2.7/5 | $388.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 3 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 02144 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Liquid capacity | 12 qt |
| Pint jars per load | 8 pints |
| Quart jars per load | 5 quarts |
| Build and control | |
| Type | Electric |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Pressure control | Digital |
| Weight | 20.5 lb |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Alternatives in this size
For small households canning in small batches who want an electric unit with a timer.
Amazon $148 eBayFor a small, low-cost stovetop canner; check how many jars fit before relying on it.
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