Testing the Presto Digital Canner

We did scientific testing of the Presto Digital Canner using four different foods with each food tested in both pints and quarts. We measured the temperature of the food inside the jars during the entire processing and cool down time to see if it was in the "kill zone" for botulism spores for a long enough duration based on the USDA standards.
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Several people have asked for the algorithm I use to determine whether or not the food inside the jars during pressure canning has reached the "kill zone" for a long enough duration. This algorithm represents a log 12 reduction. Here it is:
Log t - log F = m(121-T) = log t/F
where t is the thermal death time at temperature T, F is the thermal death time at temperature 121°C and m is the slope of the graph.
OOPS! A viewer (Thank you, Sue!) spotted an error I need to correct. The correct canning time for quarts of pinto beans is 90 minutes! On my data chart that I show in the video I mistakenly wrote 40 minutes processing time even though I actually processed that batch for the correct time. And then I said "40 minutes" in the video. Sorry for misspeaking!
Here is the information on the logger. I purchased the HiTemp 140 logger with the 2" stem and no shield from Thermoworks in American Fork, Utah. You will also need the connection kit and a windows computer. The software is a free download from their site. Call and talk to them--they were very helpful--great customer service.
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[@theresareynoso1162]

I truly appreciate your willingness to go above and beyond to test products.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are so welcome! I appreciate your kind words. Thanks for watching.

[@larryspiller6633]

@@RoseRedHomestead Thanks for your work here. I have a smaller unit, and I was wondering about things you covered here. Your science, checks and balances is beyond reproach. Peace.

[@edevos3108]

There was no need for her to test it at all. For one thing, federal regulations prohibit the sale of appliances like this UNLESS they have been tested by the manufacturer. For another, the people at PRESTO are not stupid. They have everything to lose in this. For that reason, they had this pressure canner tested by the multinational scientific testing firm INTERTEK, which also tested the pressure canner to Underwriter's Laboratory standards and other international standards applicable in other nations (like England, Canada and Mexico for example). When USDA standards were used and applied, the PRESTO PRECISE CANNER passed with flying colors. It is one thing to give your personal OPINION as to whether something works or not, and to state what you personally prefer. It is another to present YOURSELF as an independent authority and tell others that something does not work or intimate that it is unsafe. I fear that she may get herself in trouble someday on this one. The problem is that this product has already been tested by an internationally recognized independent laboratory that has certified that it works safely when USDA canning guidelines (such as using approved recipes only) are followed. How it, or any other type of pressure canner will work when recipes have been modified is another.

[@kelliknight126]

@@edevos3108 um. She's literally just providing more data to support the information. There's nothing wrong with this. She's not going to get herself in trouble because there aren't any rules against anything she's doing. You need to reexamine how you're seeing what's happening here.

[@suzurquhart2090]

I have been canning for 30 years. I just bought the digital canner today. I was excited to not have to stare at my dial gauge for the entire process. I can't thank you enough for your video. I can now confidently use both of my canners. Thank you!

[@happysingingmommy9228]

The weighted canners are so much easier because you can hear the weight jiggle and don’t have to watch a gauge.

[@jeffro5032]

Ma'am , you are a canning genius! I so much enjoyed this video as a newbie canner. I'm 55yrs old and have no idea how to do this stuff , and I have to say , I'm extremely impressed by all your data! Like.....where were you in my high school years!!?? Strait and to the point , and we need more of it! Thank you so much for this.

[@Zokermanswern]

works great. i love that it has stainless steal pot inside kzbin.infoUgkxG-7WiT7ocumjytOpHDFt632PL0pxXRAg and not the one with coating. we used to have a coated pot before, and the coating slowly peels, and i am sure went into the food that we cooked. Absolutely love stainless steel, and will not use a coated product again.This pot has many settings and many buttons, and i need to sit down with a manual to figure out which setting to use. I used the basic functions, and even though i am not technologically skilled, i turned it on and assembled it without any help.Very satisfied with this product overall.

[@fredwozniak2320]

Watch the bottom inside of the green arm where it swivels. Mine cracked enough to have one of the screws come out with some plastic. I noticed it and contacted the manufacturer. They had me send pictures of the broken parts and they sent me a new canner. This is just for people's information to make sure they keep an eye on that part.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Excellent information! Thank you for sharing and I hope everyone reads this!

[@lindabair2676]

Thank you for this info

[@MaryWehmeier]

Fred, Thanks!

[@carylrose7502]

No surprise with false advertising. thank you for providing this valuable video with all of its great information.

[@thistlemoon1]

@@carylrose7502 the fact they fix it without question and go to the lengths of sending new products is a surprise. You wouldn’t have gotten that with other companies.

[@carolr4871]

What a fantastic presenter you are! It's rare that I watch a 20-min. video all the way through. Thank you so much for this!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate that!

[@lisaturner6297]

Thank you, THANK YOU, again, for taking the time, energy, & cost to do this for us. You are very likely saving lives & are definitely putting our minds at ease to choose correctly. God bless you & your hubby.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are very welcome. Thanks for your kind comments.

[@leahpowell5168]

Thank you so much for putting my mind at ease! I recently bought this canner to dip my toe in the water of pressure canning. I was not sure my glass top stove could regulate the temps needed for canning. It has issues. I've been using my presto constantly &I absolutely love it, but was recently made nervous about its safety due to so many doubters. I watched you use your data logger in other videos and am so happy you researched this canner too. I will have piece of mind that my canned meats are not going to poison my family. Thank you so much!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are welcome. We are glad the information was helpful.

[@bettypierce8050]

I agree!

[@robertsides5808]

Need to watch some glass tops can not take having a canner used on them. Check your owners manual

[@MeowsTheTime]

@@robertsides5808 I HATE my glass top. Keep hoping it will go out so I can get a "regular" stove! ha

[@edevos3108]

Your meats processed in the PRESTO PRECISE will not poison your family as long as you follow APPROVED recipes and not make recipes up yourself. And any canner, digital or analog will have processing failure if you refuse to follow an approved canning recipe.

[@gracegarrabrant4849]

Where are teachers like you in our educational system? So impressed with your research and delivery! I thank you and now feel comfortable canning following your channel. Kudos!!!!

[@emilystevens7837]

She is a professor at her local college. Google her name. She is an amazing person.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you so much! That is very kind.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Wow--thank you!

[@judybass4339]

With the economy like it is, this needs to be taught in all high schools and go back to the home economics! Kids need this type of information!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

@@judybass4339 Absolutely!

[@MarioStahl1983]

Wow! What a thorough test and review!!! RESPECT! I recommended this to preppers everywhere here in Europe. 👍👍👍

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Awesome, thank you! We appreciate your support!

[@MarioStahl1983]

@@honeycat535 So true! Nobody has the guts to give a guarantee. That's because they have no clue and (unlike Pam from RoseRed Homestead) simply don't know how to conduct a reliable review of products 8or they don't want to). Sadly, there are many vloggers (including here on KZbin) whose product reviews are incredibly silly and childish. Oftentimes it just comes down to "I liked it" or not. Such "reviews" are worthless.

[@diannamc367]

@@MarioStahl1983 depending on what you are advising people to prep for, can appliance that depends on electricity may not be the best option.

[@karwill6311]

@@diannamc367 good point.. what would you suggest for prepping and I have a glass stove top ..

[@diannamc367]

@@karwill6311 call your stove manufacturer and ser if your model will support a canner. Either way, you should look into something like a Camp Chef outdoor propane stove . If the electricity goes out, you won't be able to use your stove either.

[@sherrieblake8674]

I realize this is over two years old, but we just ordered one of these. Thanks to your information, I think we can use it wisely now. Our stove top is induction and I had found a few that would work on it. However, they are pretty heavy and would hate to ruin my stove top because I accidentally dropped something this heavy on it. I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us.

[@wadeparsons4706]

I've recently returned to finish my undergrad as an older learner. If all my professors lectured as clear and concise as you do, it would make my experience much more enjoyable!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Wow--thank you for your kind words. We love students like you at our university!

[@MB-wf8si]

Thank you so very much! As an engineer myself, I appreciate your method and the clarity of the information. I was hesitant on buying a digital device instead of using my a cooktop canner (I have both an All American and a Presto) in the summer heat. I have so much veggies from the garden that are just coming, but not enough freezer space for everything. I will be ordering a Presto digital canner to use for those. Cheers! You are now officially one of my favorite resource on KZbin!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you! That is a lovely compliment. You might also think about dehydrating some of your garden veggies. That is another great way to preserve food.

[@pamelablaess4848]

WOW! Pam you knocked this out of the park! My sister in law just bought one. But, knowing that an Instant Pot Pressure Cooker was not safe, I looked into this product (just wondering...maybe I would purchase it). I have been so concerned about my sister in law using this pot because I have watched 2 other homestead canners review and they said the same thing about the USDA labeling. They went into the reasons they would not recommend this pot, BUT, NOWHERE near the explanations you gave with your charts. This video is a wonderful tool for anyone who would consider purchasing. I hope everyone does their research and WATCH THIS VIDEO FIRST! Thank you for time in researching and filming. BTW, my sister in law is at an elevation of about 1200 ft so she should be okay.....just a little overcooked food!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you for your very comprehensive comment. Jim

[@auntiepam5649]

I have been canning for 45 years. I love your channel and recommend it to many young canners so they understand the science of canning. Thank you so much. I feel like I just sat through a science class, always learning from you.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you so much for your kind words. We appreciate your support.

[@ninababy8]

I love your channel. The science nerd in me is just thrilled with your presentation. I feel so much better about this pot. No viscous canning. !! You are a treasure! Thank you

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are so welcome! Thanks for your kind words.

[@michele-hm4my]

I absolutely love watching you. You explain things so very well. I have water bathed for years, but I'm now looking into the pressure canning method for my low acid food . Thank you so much for going into detail on how this works.

[@allisonsimcoe8963]

I've had my digital Presto for a year now...I love it. I'm water bathing cherries as I write this ...used it last year to pressure can meats and veggies and also used regular and Harvest Guard lids. Worked like a charm .

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thanks for sharing!

[@JeannetteShoreland]

Did you have lid sealing success with Harvest Guard?

[@jhenniceamorrow5936]

No issues with the Presto, canning meat?

[@sunnybelisle4007]

Thank you! Thank you!! Thank you!!! I've just put a Presto Digital Canner in my AMAZON cart and started looking for You Tube videos that tested it's use. I was so glad to find yours, as I am confident that you are a most reliable source of information for all things food related. Thanks again, Pam. 🥰

[@mommabscrochetkitchen2439]

Thanks so much! Sharing with my canning group. I just got one of these for small batches of veggies from the garden. Now I feel better about it.💖

[@RoseRedHomestead]

It should be perfect for your garden veggies! Thanks for your comments.

[@virginiabraden6849]

Thank you Pam and Jim for this important video. It was illuminating and so helpful in making the choice between the Presto 32-quart stovetop canner and the digital canner. After due consideration I decided to stick with the traditional method of stovetop canning. I was vacillating until I heard your results. However, my inclination was already tending toward the time-proven method that did not depend upon electricity. In another video I had watched earlier, the digital Presto blew a fuse twice and then would not start again. It was over one year old and out of warranty. Of course the Presto company replaced it since they found the problem was in the machine. So I was already concerned that, like any machine, it can go awry. Thank you for all you guys do. I love your energy. I, too, am turning 81 in April. You look beautiful, healthy, and happy. A life well lived. 🌹

[@MTMith]

I always appreciate your scientific and cautious approach to food preservation. Thank you for all the great videos!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching.

[@christyrall4426]

Thank you so much for this wonderful video! The science aspect made so much sense. I just bought this canner and I am a newbie to canning, so I am so grateful to find quality information! Thanks again for all your time to gather all the data!

[@Honojane12]

Amazing video! Thank you for your thoroughness and scientific approach. Most of us don't have the equipment or knowledge to do this ourselves but we certainly need this information to safely provide for our families.

[@tonnia62]

Loved this review. I love getting the science behind the product and process.

[@kerra3699]

Wow! You knock my socks off. Love your vids, the more I see the better I feel about canning. Thankyou.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

So glad you feel that way! Thank you for sharing.

[@DisneyUpBoilerUp]

I was considering purchasing this. I've only ever canned food once in my life. I usually just pick it out of the garden and eat it, and if it doesn't get used it goes to waste, which is sad. They should teach this in school. I felt like I was listening to a college lecture, lol. Great info!

[@robertweavers2709]

Thank you so much for the info miss, with the current fabricated food crisis in Canada I am now late into life realizing the value of my long term food storage especially meat products. You are a wonderful teacher.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Glad it was helpful! Jim

[@robertweavers2709]

@@RoseRedHomestead Is Jim short for Robert? Robert is actually my middle name.

[@danikat29]

Thank you for testing and sharing! I enjoyed hearing your method, reasons and seeing the charts.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching and for sharing your comment.

[@sandymuddy5766]

I've used mine for three months on everything and absolutely the best invention since Presto has been in business ‼️

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thanks for your comment.

[@ugwigal1703]

Glad you are happy!! It’s a great piece of machinery!

[@onThisJourney]

Yes, I have been waiting for this test! Thank you so much for doing this and explaining it to my understanding. You are a gem for sure. God bless!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are so welcome! Thanks for your comments.

[@anonymousone2843]

A wonderful woman of science! I am a proud woman of science in a growing line of scientists that started with my mother. She was a Lt Colonel, flight nurse and in charge of nursing units in Vietnam, I am a RN, who went on to get a Masters in medicine to be a Physician Assistant, my 21 year old is ready to graduate with a BS in biology and begin a Masters in biology and my youngest is 18 and headed for studies in biology and chemistry! Your knowledge is fantastic and I enjoyed your analysis each step of the way!Salute to all lovely women of science!🥰

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Amen! Thank you for that and for sharing your family stories. Wonderful!

[@raisingcubs7915]

This was amazing. Super helpful. I just bought one of these canners this week. Thank you so much!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@kathybergman4409]

Thank you for all your time and diligence in testing that canner. I was considering it, but now I will just continue using the All-American canner. Thank you so much..

[@patharrington8575]

Your time, precision and dedication are very much appreciated. Am anxiously awaiting Wednesday's match up. Very hesitant on any canning device or method at this point! Hope June 23 will help me decide. You are a treasure. Thank you.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

If you have any doubts at all, the good old regular way to pressure can is always a safe bet!

[@patharrington8575]

Thank you again.

[@swyghtrewgjkv]

Wow, this is the best pressure canner testing and explanations i've seen. Reading and doing pressure canning using classic Presto since 15+ years.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Glad it was helpful! Jim

[@lisaposton346]

The one thing that makes me uneasy is the inability to test pressure as I do yearly on a gaged canner. It may be at pressure this year but what about the following years? Your videos are always amazing. Thank you

[@danielmorse4213]

I can not believe Presto did this, I am outraged. Thank you again ma'am. Just about to use my All American Canner for the first time. My partner was skeptical. We looked at the various canners. I held out. I got my bday present. Your videos helped to confirm. Thank you.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

That All American is a great canner and I hope you have great success canning with it. Congratulations!

[@lauraqtsigns5879]

Holy cow! I wasn't expecting all of this detail. I'm not much of a homestead person, but I"ll have to Subscribe for all of her data that she provides. Thanks for the useful information!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are welcome! Thanks for subbing, and welcome!

[@clericalcheryl8144]

I have watched several of your canning videos and have developed more canning confidence from you good instructions. This video and part 2 of this one has raised even higher my respect and admiration of not only your canning skills but also of your scientific knowledge as well as your gift for teaching. Thank you so much for this super informative video and for taking the time and effort to share it.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are very welcome. Thanks for your comments!

[@jamiecabral5488]

Thank you for making this video. I have an All American 921 and we moved to a home that is all electric and has a glass top stove. I was told that I could not use this heavy canner on my stove-top, so I purchased the Presto Digital canner. Your video is very reassuring that the meat that I plan to can will be safe. I love that you have the scientific evidence to back up your findings. Thanks again.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are welcome! That AA 921 is a great canner. Perhaps you can do as I did--set up a canning station outdoors using a camp stove for my big canner. I can't use it on my glass top induction cook top either!

[@nancywheeler7914]

I appreciate all your work and the data you provided. I may be able to provide some clarification on the pressure issue... The reason we increase the pressure when canning is because water boils at a lower temperature as you increase in altitude. To compensate, you need to increase the pressure to achieve the Killzone temperatures. Instructing home canners to achieve a certain pressure is easier than telling them to measure a specific temperature. The long canning times ensure that the Killzone temperature is reached for an adequate length of time. I'm sure you would see a similar graph in a traditional canner, including during the cool down process. The Presto digital canner uses a temperature-based system, not a pressure based system. So at lower altitudes, it will still achieve the proper temperature without overcooking your foods. At higher altitudes, it will build pressure until it reaches the proper temperatures for the Kill Zone, irrespective of the pressure required. This is why it doesn't matter what altitude you are using the canner at. The USDA and extension service recommend pressure based on the temperature needed to can foods safely. That's why Presto promoted that their product meets USDA guidelines. Other pressure canners for multi pots such as an instapot try to achieve canning temperatures by regulating pressure instead of the internal temperature. I think that is the biggest difference and why one can be safe and the others are not.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

I just wrote you a really long response and then lost it! Thank you for your courteous explanation. In a nutshell, here are my comments; 1. This is a chicken/egg argument. Temperature in all pressure canners is regulated by pressure. Period. You can't lower the temperature until you first lower the pressure, or raise the temp without increasing the pressure. 2. We are at 5000 ft where water boils at 203°F. If the Presto Digital senses temperature, why did it not increase the pressure to raise the temperature higher than 242°F, which is barely 2 degrees into the kill zone when the USDA guidelines want to see 250°F in testing on these canners? If it could barely muster only 2 degrees inside the kill zone at 5000 ft, what does that say about its ability to get temps into the kill zone at 8000 ft? 3. Temperature curves on my conventional pressure canner (a Presto!) were nearly identical to those on the MAX testing except that the cool down time on the Max was much longer. And yes, the kill zone did extend into the cool down time on both. However, the kill zone duration time on all batches I did in the Presto Digital were longer by 10-40 minutes than on the Max or my conventional, both of which were well within the safety margin. That extended time overcooked the food and yielded only about a 4 point increase in the safety number, which was negligible. I appreciate your defense of the Presto Digital and I have used a conventional Presto pressure canner for several decades and have been very pleased. I applaud what Presto has accomplished in this particular pot, but my data show some things that I personally find somewhat concerning, and anyone who has studied advertising psychology will tell you that the "USDA" seal on the box was misleading at best regardless of literal accuracy. All this said, I do plan to use it with foods that I am convinced it will can safely at my elevation. Thanks for taking the time to write your comment--I really do appreciate it.

[@nancywheeler7914]

@@RoseRedHomestead I think the difference in temperatures is due to the fact that the Presto digital sensor is located on the underside of the lid (it's part of the green piece). I'm sure there's some temperature variation between the middle of a jar and the underside of the lid. The engineers probably did some calculations to determine what temperature had to be attained from the sensor to get it into the Killzone. They probably didn't want to use any more energy than required or had other parameters they had to meet. It's an engineer thing... 🤷🏼‍♀️ I also have used regular pressure canners for years and continue to do so for most of my canning. I just love the convenience of the electric canner on my countertop for small batches as I usually run my big canners outside on a Camp Chef. My elevation is just slightly below yours. Keep up the great work and content. I appreciate all you do. 😁

[@RoseRedHomestead]

@@nancywheeler7914 Nancy, I have heard from others trying to explain to me about the role of temperature in the Presto Digital as you did, and I think I will need to clear up some misconceptions I may have perpetuated. I am going to do that on Saturday by doing a video on pressure canning ground beef in both the Max and the Presto Digital.

[@donnad8084]

I just purchased this canner (to make & store recipes in your Food Security book!) and I'm so pleased to hear your test results. And thank you for letting us know the engineering details of it. I live below 1,000 feet and now understand my food will be a little overprocessed. For now, I'm okay with that. But in the future, when I'm more experienced, I'll probably get a traditional pressure canner. Thank you for sharing your expertise in such an understandable way!!

[@avelsgard78]

Once again, amazing and crucial information! You have become my favorite channel. Thank you SO MUCH for this potentially life-saving info. God Bless!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are very welcome. I appreciate your comments.

[@lindabair2676]

Your also my favorite !!

[@faithfarmforever4795]

I love love love my Presto Electric Canner - have canned all my garden veggies using this electric canner!! What an Awesome video you did for us!! Thank You!

[@kathyoh9505]

I'm new to canning, though grew up with watching my mother can in the 1980's and '90's. I am terrified of botulism and screwing everything up so I just wind up freezing or drying everything. You speak my language of data, and I am sooooo happy I found you! Thank you for the absolutely thorough work you put into this review. I was skeptical about the USDA label and wanted a good review on it, and very glad you addressed all of my concerns on this unit that will help me decide if I want to purchase or not.

[@edevos3108]

The label DOES NOT SAY "USDA APPROVED" just so you know. It says that the canner follows USDA GUIDELINES for Pressure Canning, so she was very wrong about that. The USDA does not approve any brand of canners so there is actually no such thing as a USDA approved canner. I own one, and I also own an All American and 2 Prestos. I have been canning for 50 years and I am trying to get my Master Preserver Certificate from Penn State. I LOVE ALL MY CANNERS, but the cool thing about the PRECISE is that it is absolutely goof-proof and that is a boon to new canners. I am giving my daughter one as a wedding present. I actually encourage you to get one. Try canning some plain water at first (silly, but it helps new people get used to the whole canning process). Then try green beans to start. YOU WILL BE PLEASED. I have used mine to can beans, corn, peas, carrots, chicken, beef, pork, broths, soups, and stews. I have even canned sardines! No problem and no safety worries.

[@jennifernatali2702]

Thank you so much for this reassurance!!! I have a glasstop stove & was SO thrilled to finally be able to pressure can my garden & fell for the USDA Seal. This makes me feel so much better about preserving veggies for my family ❤

[@RoseRedHomestead]

We are happy we were able to help you. Jim

[@sharonhendricks9706]

Well, I am certainly glad I was able to watch this video. Understanding how they accommodate EVERY altitude's pressure requirement makes me know that I do NOT want my foods over processed if I can avoid it. (I only need 10 lbs pressure) By the same token, thick viscose foods are something I want to can occasionally so I know I do not want to waste my money here. Thank you, Pam....for your wonderful scientific brain and your attention to detail, plus your desire to have everyone safe as possible.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are very welcome. Viscous foods are only an issue with pressure canning. Not for water bath canning.

[@taniamaya1208]

Thank you so much for your thorough testing and explanation. At 597’ of elevation I feel more confident about purchasing this item and will be keeping it, thanks to your test results. Since we started gardening I would like to preserve as many vegetables as I can. Thank again and please keep sharing more tests.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Glad it was helpful! And we plan to do just that!

[@riverunner9978]

Your value in home canning is unbelievable! I appreciate your content. Thank you,

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@kimmididwhat]

No where does presto say that this is USDA Approved. It says “Meets USDA Guidelines”. With all due respect, There is a difference. If presto stayed “ Approved”, I would be upset. I’m nit because they did not.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are correct: There is a difference between "Approved" and "Meeting the Guidelines." Jim

[@theseahagg]

This morning, I purchased the presto digital canner, so thank you so much for your safety data presentation video. I searched your channel for information such as this after my purchase & was also disappointed when I heard that there is no USDA certification, as advertised by Presto. Nevertheless, I am relieved that I did not purchase an item I simply cannot make use of @ all, for safety reasons.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Glad it was helpful! Jim

[@bonafideslacker2626]

So grateful for this woman- and her gadget!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you!

[@ChildOfGod0777]

I ordered mine last week, ot will be here tomorrow!!!...looking forward to trying it out!

[@emrsdca]

One of the things I love about the KZbin algorithm is when I open KZbin to start my day, I get these gems recommended for me and this was one of them!! Do I can foods? No. Am I ever? After this video I think it's very possible! So much information out of the hard work and the research you've done here is very welcomed! I'm going to check out more of this channel, thank you!!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you so much! I hope you like the videos and that they are useful for you! Thanks for checking us out.

[@Nozoki]

I watch a few canning videos, but not so many lately. I had no idea this canner even existed until this showed up in my recommended videos and now I want it.

[@annwhitmire4274]

I have been so curious about the Presto canner. I have been wanting to start canning but there is so much information out there that I get overwhelmed. I have learned so much from your videos that I feel comfortable enough to try canning. Love you Rose

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@merrymarthlamb3185]

-Thank you for the testing. I recently bought this canner to supplement my regular pressure canner. I liked that I could can indoors and not heat up the house (live in AZ).

[@tonyadavis7699]

Thank you for your commitment to help others learn and for your time. I am most appreciative! All my best to you and your family!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are very welcome! Thank you.

[@leilaniesnell7662]

Thank you so much for your testing this canner. I now feel safe using the Digital Pressue canner. God Bless you for all your help.

[@Maggie-Gardener-Maker]

I'm glad I found your channel. I really enjoy such comprehensive research data.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Maggie: Welcome aboard! Jim

[@Maggie-Gardener-Maker]

@@RoseRedHomestead Thank You!

[@KathyFitz1113]

Thank you so much! Water bath canning has never worried me, but pressure canning, Yikes! I have two old pressure canners that I’ve only used to water bath process. I bought the presto digital canner and had it for weeks before opening the box. Your “how to” video on this canner was all I needed to overcome my fears. Since I watched your video it’s been running almost nonstop. 😀

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are so welcome! I love hearing stories like yours. That is so fantastic! Good for you!!!!!

[@victoriajankowski1197]

As a disabled woman who is interested in canning I really appreciate you going through this. I do have an issue with the 'babysitting' aspect of pressure canning, a more automated product would be a life saver, I own and use an instantpot for cooking, but was aware that it is not safe for canning so haven't even tried it.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you for sharing your experience! A regular Instant Pot is not safe for pressure canning. The Max is.

[@sherinichols6404]

As an engineer, I greatly appreciate your attention to detail and presentation of data. I just got this electric pressure canner and look forward to using it.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Sheri: Thanks for the complements. Let us know how you do with the canner when you use it. Jim

[@wickedbrush]

Your channel is the best! You are wonderfully thorough! Thank you for all you do!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Wow, thank you!

[@eugeniajones6650]

Thank you so much, I have two American Standard that are dial and pressure gauge. Your technical information was so enlightening, I have canned for years but only knew I needed x amount of pressure for x minutes. You are made it make so much more sense to me. Thanks again.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you very much. Those are great canners!

[@katiek1856]

Thank you for going above and beyond for this review. This was very helpful.

[@cheryl3205]

I am at 625 elevation and I am brand new to canning, I am anxiously awaiting your comparison to make my purchase. Thank you so much for your video in "lay person" terms!! I love your visuals! They really put my mind at ease.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Glad it helped. Wednesday is the day!

[@mariaford874]

You are an amazing person! Thank you for sharing your full process! Love the science behind it all.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Wow, thank you! We appreciate your comments.

[@mindysantiago8153]

New to canning and appreciate all of your wonderful information! God bless you and your family.

[@ellijaymade]

I really love your scientific approach to canning!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@reelillusionl123]

Thank you for taking the time to do this video! I just bought this kind and im nervous

[@stringkmcc7817]

I so appreciate your tests. I'm sure many if not most just want a "yes or no". But I understand the value of all your hard work. Love those charts... Thank you..

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you! I always want to know the "why" behind things and I think most people do as well.

[@sonajuma]

Wow. This is the level of competence and knowledge this needs. Congratulations and thank you, the most earned Subscribe ever.

[@whittkatt]

Wow, thank you so much for going SO way over and above for us! After watching so many so-called “veteran canning experts” put out KZbin videos that contained information that even I, as a newbie canner knew was not really safe, I am thrilled to tell you that I fully trust your advice. Not because of what you say, but because you back it up! You prove it, or show why, and because you share my concern with canning safety. The idea of taking risks with food I am going to feed my kids? Or friends? Absolutely not! Nothing is 100% foolproof, I know, but we owe it to the people trusting us enough to eat our food, to make sure we make it as safe as possible!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Well said! Thank you.

[@Kompalla1]

Thank you so much I have the Nesco version and I love it. I also add more time on the side of caution but have only done beans for 75 minutes. Thank you!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thanks for sharing!

[@donkayiagraham899]

You are a true gem! I appreciate you... AND YOUR "GADGETS". Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are very welcome.

[@faithfarmforever4795]

i have 3 of these..because we replaced our old stove with a glasstop stove - i was mislead too in thinking it was USDA approved..I hated the stove top pressure canner, the noise, rhe figuring of when to start times. the last 2 cost me A LOT! this video is great - i do feel it will work and get our garden foods canned..but i will not be doing thick items - thank you So much!!

[@amberry102]

Thank you so much for this review. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to get this product or not, but now I think I will. It seems much less intimidating than a regular pressure canner. If I ever decide to start canning meat or anything thick I’ll probably get one for the stove.

[@noracharles80]

Thank you so much for the work you have done. When canning food for family and friends, their health and lives are in our hands. I don’t want to be nervously eyeing my canning and then deciding it’s not worth the chance, so I throw it down the sink. I think I will stick with my All American. Your video is a blessing, I would have bought that canner believing it had passed muster. Thank you, again.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You certainly can't go wrong with an All American--great canner.

[@mntgardener9246]

Excellent review! Thank you for taking the time to do the research and the video. Much appreciated.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are very welcome.

[@sharlas8030]

As a fairly new canner, I very much appreciate your time and information. Thank you!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@GaiaCarney]

RoseRed Homestead 🌹 Thanks for creating & sharing this! I learned a lot due to your excellent instruction. Cheers!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you so much.

[@deborahjones6066]

Glad I watched this... you answered a question I asked you in another video about using an instant pot for canning. Had lots of great info in this clip... thanks for posting

[@leamurf7713]

I can’t wait for the comparison. I have the Insta pot max and my sister has the presto. Thank you so much for being so thorough in laymen’s terms!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Wow--a family competition! Two more days!

[@norgialopez6113]

I bought the instapod you recommended , I originally bought this one but as soon as I saw your other video I returned this one and bought the instapod bc is more versatile . Thanks for all you do. Once again you are such an awesome educator

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your comments.

[@lynsmith2698]

Thank you for all you do Pam.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@donnanarducci6087]

Thank you so much . I just found you. I have an all American canner and learning how to use it. Even though I follow instructions and sometimes worry if my tomato sauce is safe to eat. I’m going to watch all of your videos. You are very through and easy to understand.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

That is the first and most important step to follow all the directions! If you are pressure canning your tomato sauce in the All American, it should be just fine.

[@nightfallez]

Thank You for this VERY informative video. I have been preparing to get into canning and this video appeared on my KZbin feed. I am very impressed that you took the time to do a scientific analysis of this canner. I have liked and subscribed because your thorough analysis is probably the best I have seen so far.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you so much--that means a lot to me. We appreciate your support. And congratulations for deciding to get into canning--it is very rewarding!

[@stoneycreekacreshomestead6610]

Thank you for this valuable research. I’d be interested in learning the results of your meatsauce in a stovetop canner and how the data points differ. You’ve got a new subscriber and I look forward to more canning videos!

[@cserio143]

Thank you!! I’m a newbie canner with this digital canner and I have been having such a hard time trying to pressure can things with regular canner recipes in this. If that makes sense, I almost gave up until I came across your video!! THANK YOU 🙏 I have hope!! 🥰🤗

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comments.

[@Warwck24]

An honest review w technical explanation and good facts for a change Appreciated

[@lindsayhall9179]

As a newby, THANK YOU for all of your videos!

[@sandimorreale3685]

I am so impressed with your scientific approach. Thank you for all your hard work.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

You are very welcome!

[@jeanniewright2554]

Thank you so much for studying all the data and explaining the results in such an understandable way!!!

[@caroleanne8529]

Thank you for taking the time to do such thorough testing and giving us an explanation we can all understand. I love your videos!

[@RoseRedHomestead]

That is so kind. Thank you!

[@vickiegroome3220]

Thank you for the data. Looked at Presto video for meat What comes up is carrots That told me everything I needed to know .

[@jantanner9458]

I am so happy to see this video, I have this Presto and feel much safer using it now that you have done all the testing. I bought the IPot Max after watching your video on that one. Your students are fortunate to have such an informative and entertaining teacher. Thank you for making all these great videos. I have watched and enjoyed many of them.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

Thank you so much for your kind comments. We appreciate your support!

[@rachellreel1896]

Wow! Thank you for your detailed and dedicated study. This has been so helpful for me. I needed this level of information to decide if I wanted to get the Presto digital canner.

[@RoseRedHomestead]

We are glad it was helpful! Jim

[@IMOO1896]

This is very enlightening in that my “assumption” that the processing time is max temp all the way thru. Who would have thought that the processing time was not the max temp zone all the way thru.

[@jjs2080]

WOW talk about someone knowledgeable!!! Loved it, Congratulations 🎉

[@RoseRedHomestead]

JJ S: Thank you! 😃 Jim