Updated September 2026 · By the Pressure Cooker Outlet staff at Red Hill General Store
We sell Presto, All American and Mirro pressure canners and stock the parts for all of them. Here are our picks, then a full side-by-side chart with how many jars each canner holds.
Our picks for the best pressure canner in 2026
All American 921 (21.5 Qt)
Our most popular canner. It seals metal-to-metal, so there is no rubber gasket to replace. It has both a dial gauge and a weighted regulator and holds 7 quarts or 19 pints. Built to last for generations.
Price: $449.95
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Presto 23 Qt
Holds 7 quarts, 18 pints or 4 half-gallons for under $190. Lightweight aluminum with a dial gauge. Replacement gaskets and parts are cheap and easy to find.
Price: $185.99
Presto Induction 23 Qt
Same capacity as the Presto 23 Qt, with a base made for induction ranges.
Price: $215.99
Mirro 22 Qt
The lowest-priced full-size canner. It uses a weighted 5/10/15 psi regulator instead of a dial gauge, so there is no yearly gauge test.
Price: $127.99
All American 941 (41.5 Qt)
Holds 19 quarts or 32 pints at once. Made for large gardens, farms and families.
Price: $649.95
Presto Precise Digital 12 Qt
Electric and automatic. It controls the heat and pressure for you. Smaller capacity (about 5 quarts), but no stove watching.
Price: $369.99
How many jars fit in each pressure canner?
Jar counts are for standard regular-mouth jars. Pints and half-pints are stacked two layers high where the canner is tall enough.
| Canner | Size | Quarts | Pints | Half-pints | Half-gallons | Price | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presto 16 Qt | 16 qt | 7 | 9 | 24 | - | $165.99 | Aluminum, dial gauge, gasket |
| Presto 23 Qt | 23 qt | 7 | 18 | 24 | 4 | $185.99 | Aluminum, dial gauge, gasket |
| Presto Induction 23 Qt | 23 qt | 7 | 18 | 24 | 4 | $215.99 | Induction-compatible base |
| Presto Precise Digital 12 Qt | 12 qt | 5 | 8 | 10 | - | $369.99 | Electric, automatic |
| Mirro 22 Qt | 22 qt | 7 | 9 | 24 | 4 | $127.99 | Weighted 5/10/15 regulator |
| All American 910 (10.5 Qt) | 10.5 qt | 4 | 7 | 8 | - | $349.95 | Cast aluminum, no gasket |
| All American 915 (15.5 Qt) | 15.5 qt | 7 | 10 | 28 | - | $399.95 | Cast aluminum, no gasket |
| All American 921 (21.5 Qt) | 21.5 qt | 7 | 19 | 24 | - | $449.95 | Cast aluminum, no gasket |
| All American 925 (25 Qt) | 25 qt | 7 | 18 | 26 | 4 | $499.95 | Cast aluminum, no gasket |
| All American 930 (30 Qt) | 30 qt | 14 | 18 | 36 | 4 | $549.95 | Cast aluminum, no gasket |
| All American 941 (41.5 Qt) | 41.5 qt | 19 | 32 | 38 | 7 | $649.95 | Cast aluminum, no gasket |
Prices are live from our store. Jar counts are from the manufacturers. *Jar capacities for 1 1/2 pint jars have not been tested for time and temperature safety. Canners may hold fewer metric jars.
All American 921 vs 925
People ask about these two more than any others. They're the same width, so both hold 7 quart jars. The difference is height.
| All American 921 | All American 925 | |
|---|---|---|
| Liquid capacity | 21.5 quarts | 25 quarts |
| Inside height | 10 1/2" | 12 1/4" |
| Inside diameter | 12 1/4" | 12 1/4" |
| Quart jars | 7 | 7 |
| Pint jars | 19 | 18 |
| Half-gallon jars | No | 4 |
| Price | $449.95 | $499.95 |
Our take: get the 921 unless you want to can half-gallon jars (juice, broth) or need the extra headroom. In that case, get the 925. Both use the same replacement parts: steam gauge, regulator weight and overpressure plug.
Presto vs All American pressure canner
| Presto 23 Qt | All American 921 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $185.99 | $449.95 |
| Quart / pint jars | 7 / 18 | 7 / 19 |
| Build | Lightweight aluminum | Heavy cast aluminum |
| Lid seal | Rubber gasket (sealing ring) | Metal-to-metal: no gasket |
| Pressure reading | Dial gauge (3-piece weighted regulator sold separately) | Dial gauge + weighted regulator |
| Ongoing parts | 9985 sealing ring and 9915 overpressure plug every few seasons | Overpressure plug; no gasket |
| Best for | Most home canners on a budget | Heavy use and a canner that lasts for generations |
How to choose a pressure canner
- Size: the USDA recommends a canner that holds at least 4 quart jars. Seven quarts is the most popular size.
- Gauge vs. weight: dial gauges show the exact pressure but should be tested every year. Weighted regulators (Mirro, All American) don't need testing.
- Gasket vs. no gasket: gaskets are cheap but wear out. All American has none.
- Your stove: check the maker's instructions for glass-top ranges. Choose an induction model for induction ranges.
- Pressure canner vs. cooker: see what's the difference?
Pressure canner questions
What is the best pressure canner?
For most home canners, the All American 921 is the best overall because it has no gasket to replace and lasts for decades. The Presto 23 Qt is the best value at under $190, and it holds the same 7 quarts.
How many quart jars fit in a 23 quart pressure canner?
A Presto 23 quart pressure canner holds 7 quart jars, 18 pint jars (two layers), 24 half-pint jars or 4 half-gallon jars.
What is the difference between the All American 921 and 925?
Both hold 7 quart jars because they are the same width. The 925 is taller (12 1/4 in. inside vs 10 1/2 in.), so it also fits half-gallon jars and costs about $50 more.
Presto or All American: which pressure canner is better?
Presto costs far less, is lighter and uses a replaceable rubber gasket. All American is heavy cast aluminum with a metal-to-metal seal (no gasket) and both a dial gauge and weighted regulator. Choose Presto for price, All American for durability.
What size pressure canner do I need?
The USDA recommends a canner that holds at least 4 quart jars. Most families choose a canner that holds 7 quarts; large gardens and farms often step up to 14 or 19 quarts.
Can I use a pressure canner on a glass-top stove?
Check the maker's instructions for your model. Heavy canners and canners with warped or ridged bottoms can damage glass tops. For induction cooktops, choose a model made for induction, such as the Presto Induction 23 Qt.
What is the safest pressure canner?
All current models on this page have multiple safety features: a cover lock, an overpressure plug or safety valve, and a gauge or regulator. The safest canner is one kept in good repair. Test dial gauges yearly and replace worn gaskets and plugs.
Need parts for a canner you already own? Look up parts by model number.
