Norpro
Canning Essentials Boxed Set, 6 Piece Set
Best starter kit for home canning beginners.
This 6-piece canning set from Norpro provides all the essential tools for making canning and dehydrating easier. It's an ideal starter kit for those new to water bath canning. The set includes an extra-wide mouth funnel, a magnetic lid lifter for picking up one lid at a time, and a vinyl-coated jar lifter designed for safely removing jars from boiling water. It also features a bubble popper and measuring tool to remove air bubbles and measure headspace, a vinyl-coated jar wrench, and vinyl-coated tongs.
$16.45
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Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
231
/ 379
#231 in Pressure Cooker & Canner Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-26%
Below average
Set quantity
6
Who it's for
- New canners eager to safely preserve food at home
- Home cooks prioritizing safety during the canning process
- Budget-conscious individuals seeking essential canning tools in one purchase
Who should skip it
- Experienced canners requiring specialized equipment for diverse preservation methods
- Frequent canners seeking professional-grade, long-lasting tools
- Enthusiasts who prefer high-end, exceptionally durable canning equipment
Key Specs
Set quantity
6
Funnel mouth diameter
2.125 inches
Funnel diameter
4.75 inches
Material
Vinyl coated components
Brand
Norpro
Features
- Essential tools for canning and dehydrating
- Ideal starter kit for beginners
- Extra-wide mouth funnel for easy filling
- Magnetic lid lifter for precise lid placement
- Vinyl-coated jar lifter for safe handling
- Bubble popper and measuring tool
- Vinyl-coated jar wrench for secure grip
- Vinyl-coated tongs for versatile use
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this canning set for its remarkable ease of use, making the home canning process accessible even for novices. Many appreciate the comprehensive nature of the six piece collection, finding it provides all the necessary tools to begin preserving with confidence. While some note the tools are suitable for occasional use rather than heavy duty daily canning, the overall consensus highlights its excellent value for money as a foundational kit. It simplifies the often daunting task of canning, proving to be a practical and affordable entry point.
Know before you buy
While this set is designed primarily for water bath canning, the tools are perfectly safe and effective for use in pressure canning as well. The jar lifter and tongs are essential for handling hot jars regardless of the canning method.
Yes, the funnel is designed to fit both regular and wide-mouth jars. The 2.125-inch opening ensures you can fill jars with jams, salsas, or pickles without making a mess on the rims.
The vinyl coating provides a non-slip grip, which is crucial when handling glass jars filled with hot liquid. It also helps prevent the metal tools from scratching or chipping your glass jars during the canning process.
The bubble popper is used to run along the inside edges of the jar to release trapped air bubbles before sealing. It also features markings to help you measure the correct headspace, ensuring your jars seal properly.
The jar wrench is actually intended to help you open jars after they have cooled and sealed. You should only tighten your canning lids to 'fingertip tight' before processing to allow air to escape during the water bath.
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