Nesco has been making reliable kitchen gear for decades, and the DPC-9SS is a straightforward workhorse. This 9.5-quart electric pressure cooker doubles as a canner, which is its main differentiator. Most pressure cookers top out at 8 quarts, but this extra capacity lets you process quart jars for canning fruits, jams, pickles, and salsas without having to buy a separate appliance.

The digital display is clear and uncomplicated. Preset programs handle the basics—pressure cooking, slow cooking, steaming, and canning—so you don’t have to guess temperatures or times. The aluminum body heats evenly and the stainless steel finish wipes clean easily. Safety features include ETL approval and multiple built-in locks, which matter when you’re dealing with high-pressure canning. At 9.5 quarts, it takes up noticeable counter space, but the trade-off is real versatility.

One honest limitation: the cooking pot is aluminum, not stainless steel. That means it heats quickly but won’t be as durable over decades as a stainless insert. For most home cooks and canners, though, it handles daily use without complaint. If you need one appliance that does both pressure cooking and serious canning, this is a solid, no-nonsense choice.