Presto 16 qrt. (for the cost) with only a weighted gauge for about $70.
 Consider that you will also need replacement parts stored for the future. 
An extra rubber gasket, an extra weight, etc. It does 7-8 jars at a time, a great starting place.




Canning utensils. As you see I have two sets currently. Plus, a timer & clean dishtowels.
I store them in a bag, which I keep inside my canner when not in use. 
That way I don't have to search for my tools, when I start canning.



 Presto, top of the line & doesn't need replacement parts. 
I got mine for $200 (Amazon).
It does two layers of jars, increasing the amount of canning.

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