This review is by Homebrew Finds Contributor Brad Probert. Brad is an engineer, expert homebrewer and experienced reviewer. Grab a link to Brad’s website at the end of this review.
Updated: 5/3/2024
Ss Brewtech Brew Bucket
Right from the start I knew there was something special with the Ss Brewtech fermenter as I opened the box it came in. Having received some gear that came out of torn and collapsing boxes recently, it stood out to me how the box was completely together. While you might chalk that up to how careful the delivery guy was, I could tell this box was designed with purpose. The thickness of the layers, and the construction of the layers were clearly designed to handle both scrapes and crushing loads. All this might seem trivial, until you unbox that new shiny piece of equipment you’ve spent your hard-earned dollars on and find it scratched, scuffed, or slightly out of round. With the thought and purpose Ss Brewtech put into their packaging, you can tell that they wouldn’t accept those careless things to happen to their equipment. And that counts.
Thank you to HBF Contributor Aaron Nord for this hands on review! Aaron is an advanced award winning brewer, a long time reader and a serial tipster!
FermZilla Tri-Clamp Conical
There have been some exciting new offerings over the last five years or so in the homebrewing fermenter market. With loads of offerings from companies like Spike, Ss Brewtech, Blichmann Engineering, Kegland, as well as from a product line called BrewBuilt developed by MoreBeer, a home brewer has a lot to choose from when considering upgrading or replacing an existing fermenter. One of the features that is becoming more common on new fermenter offerings is the ability hold pressure, either to enable pressure transfers or to allow fermenting under pressure – both of which enable low-oxygen brewing along with other advantages. If a brewer wanted to upgrade to a pressure fermenter there are a range of prices and options to consider. For those who want to try pressure fermentation before investing many hundreds or even thousands of dollars, thankfully there are some excellent newer plastic options that perform the job admirably.
Kegland is a noticeable leader in the pressurized fermenters market. With their line of FermZilla fermenters, a brewer can experiment with pressure fermentation without investing a ton of money to see if this method fits into their brewing operations. I have been a satisfied user of the FermZilla All Rounder fermenter for nearly three years now. Before that I was using a Chronical from Ss Brewtech. While both have their advantages, forced to choose between the two I would choose the All Rounder for its flexibility, cost, and higher pressure rating (the Chronical only held a few psi to allow for transfers). One thing that the Chronical has that the All Rounder is missing is the ability to dump trub and collect yeast. Thankfully there is another option from Kegland that combines the flexibility of the All Rounder with the trub and yeast management of a conical fermenter.
Anvil Bucket Fermentor 7.5 Gallon via Adventures in Homebrewing
from AIH: “A durable, dependable fermentor bucket from Anvil Brewing. Constructed of 304 Stainless Steel, this fermenting bucket is perfect for serious minded home brewers. The bottom features a conical design for trapping the maximum amount of sediment and the rotating racking arm ensures that you can pull trub free samples or transfers. Embossed volume markings make filling your fermentor to the correct levels a breeze. Anvil Bucket Fermentor includes a ball valve, air-lock and stopper as well.”
Anvil Bucket Fermentor Features:
304 Stainless Steel Construction
7.5 Gallon Capacity
Rotating Racking Arm
Conical Bottom
Includes Air-Lock, Ball Valve, and Stopper
As of this posting, AIH has this available for $129.99 as a pre-order. Check product page for current price and availability.
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Fermentasaurus is Now FermZilla
Since this review was published this conical has been rebranded to FermZilla. Check product pages for improvements vs the original Fermentasaurus.
There are a lot of different fermenters on the market. Most of us started with the standard 6.5 gallon plastic bucket, and many never looked back. Going against its dinosaur-like name, the Fermzilla attempts to be a vision of the future, and differs from the plastic bucket in material, shape, and features.
8 Gallon Stainless Steel Conical Fermenter via eBay Seller affordable-distilling
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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
This 8 Gallon Conical Fermenter with Thermometer
This fermenter comes with:
Thermowell and 3″ thermometer
2 x 3/4″ ball valves (5/8″ ID)
Tri clamps and gaskets
Brew up to 5 gallons of beer
4 PSI
Stand assembly
Lid gaskets
Hose barb 3/8″
Airlock
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Introducing a New All-Stainless Solution for Stove Top and Small-Batch Brewing!
While there have been countless options offered for small batch brewing utilizing plastic buckets and bargain kettles. We would like to introduce our answer for stove top and extract brewers that prefer an all-stainless brewing system.
We have outfitted our all-new 5.5 gallon Kettle with all of the great features found on our complete line full size kettles, and simply made them available for 2.5-3 gallon batch sizes. These features include an induction capable tri-clad bottom, full 3-piece ball valve, etched volume markings, trub dam, molded silicone handles, and a pre-punched thermometer port. Our new kettle is perfect for a variety of uses such as piloting batches, stove stop BIAB, extract, or simply brewing small batches as part of a full 3 vessel all-grain system. Furthermore, we even have our ½ BBL and 1 BBL Chronical users pre-ordering these kettles alongside the Brew Bucket Mini for creating larger yeast starters.
In addition, our new Brew Bucket Mini includes a host of new features, including a specially designed silicone base, 3/8” rotatable stainless ball valve and dip tube/racking arm, conical bottom, and etched volume markings. In addition, the total volume of the Brew Bucket Mini is 3.5 gallons, offering nearly 20% of headspace for 3 gallon batches. We even have 5 gallon brewers that split batches using 2 Brew Bucket Minis for testing multiple yeast strains. Lastly, the Brew Bucket mini is made of 100% sanitary 304 stainless, and will outlast any plastic bucket!
7 Gallon SS Brewing Technologies Brew Bucket Stainless Steel Fermentor via MoreBeer
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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
Upgrade your home brewery with an innovative, Stainless Steel, 7 Gallon Brew Bucket™ Fermenter! You will enjoy many of the benefits of a stainless conical fermenter but at a fraction of the cost and you are going to love how easy it is to use! Made by Ss Brewing Technologies from polished 304 Stainless Steel, the Brew Bucket™ fermentor is not only functional it is downright beautiful. At MoreBeer! we know brewing equipment and we truly believe this is a piece of equipment you are going to enjoy using every brew day.
We inspected and used the Brew Bucket™ and one of the most unique features that stood out is that the Brew Bucket can be stacked during fermentation, even with an airlock attached. We also like the conical bottom that allows trub to settle out in a concentrated space that minimizes the surface area of the trub that is in contact with your beer. The included Patent Pending Rotating Racking Valve is also a brilliantly simple design allowing you to rotate the racking arm inside the Brew Bucket down during fermentation to minimize trub, and later up to get clear beer when racking! Etched Volume Markers on the inside were super handy when filling and display in both Liters and Gallons.
The build quality is really amazing for the price. Welds are clean. The lid is strong and the spring loaded lid hatches are solid. The lid includes a removable, molded silicone gasket that ensures an airtight seal. We love an airtight seal so that we can be sure to see the airlock working. The welded on stainless handles make the BrewBucket fermentor super easy to move.
Overall: Very functional, easy-to-use, will last a lifetime, and looks amazing. Lets make some beer!
Features:
Certified Food Grade 304 Stainless Steel Construction
Patent Pending Stainless Rotating Racking Valve
6.95 gal Max Capacity
40° Conical Bottom for Trub Trapping
Nests for Storage, Stacks for Ferment!
Molded Silicone Lid Gasket
Spring Loaded Lid Clamps for Airtight Lid Seal
Offset Airlock Hole includes Silicone Stopper
Gallon & Liter Markers inside for visual volume assessment
Stainless construction resists damage and is easy to clean
21” Height x 13” Width
10 lbs
These are selling for just $199.
Shipping for most items will be free, with a $59 order to addresses in the contiguous US and their Free Shipping Program. This is included in the mix and marked down to just $179.
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Adventures in Homebrewing has joined in the Blichmann Fermentor Conical festivities. They are continuing to offer free shipping (on all sizes but the 42 gallon). These also qualify for AIH’s Rewards Program. That gets you the equivalent of 5% back in the form of gift certificates good toward a future purchase.
Check out AIH’s Sale Page for Pricing and Current Availability – you may need to scroll down to see the Fermentors.
Check sale or product page for current availability & pricing
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MoreBeer periodically makes a limited number of refurbished conical fermenters available.
This is a great chance to get a deal.
Shipping is also free (for most sizes) to addresses in the contiguous US.
When these deals pop up… quantities are limited. If you see something you’re interested in my suggestion is to make your purchase sooner rather than later.
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I’ve been doing Homebrew Finds for a number of years (right around 5 years to be more specific) and I had been homebrewing for a few years before that. In that amount of time… I have never, a single time, seen Blichmann Conical Fermenters go on sale. That has been by policy. Generally Blichmann Gear is on a minimum pricing model. Retailers agree not to sell it below x.
I’m not exactly sure what’s going on, more details are supposed to follow, but what I can tell you is that Great Fermentations has all sizes of Blichmann Fermenator Conicals on sale. This applies to both NPT and Tri-Clamp models.
Check sale or product page for current availability & pricing
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MoreBeer periodically makes a limited number of refurbished conical fermenters available.
This is a great chance to get a deal.
Shipping is also free (for most sizes) to addresses in the contiguous US.
When these deals pop up… quantities are limited. If you see something you’re interested in my suggestion is to make your purchase sooner rather than later.
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MoreBeer has marked down SS Technologies Brew Bucket Fermenters from $225 to $195. This marks the first time I’ve seen these marked down by MoreBeer. These also fall under More Beer’s Free Shipping Program. This is a great deal.
Features:
Certified Food Grade 304 Stainless Steel Construction
Patent Pending Stainless Rotating Racking Valve
6.95 gal Max Capacity
40° Conical Bottom for Trub Trapping
Nests for Storage, Stacks for Ferment!
Molded Silicone Lid Gasket
Spring Loaded Lid Clamps for Airtight Lid Seal
Offset Airlock Hole includes Silicone Stopper
Gallon Markers inside for visual volume assessment
Stainless construction resists damage and is easy to clean
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7 Gallon SS Brewing Technologies Brew Bucket Stainless Steel Fermentor via MoreBeer
More Info
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
Upgrade your home brewery with an innovative, Stainless Steel, 7 Gallon Brew Bucket™ Fermenter! You will enjoy many of the benefits of a stainless conical fermenter but at a fraction of the cost and you are going to love how easy it is to use! Made by Ss Brewing Technologies from polished 304 Stainless Steel, the Brew Bucket™ fermentor is not only functional it is downright beautiful. At MoreBeer! we know brewing equipment and we truly believe this is a piece of equipment you are going to enjoy using every brew day.
We inspected and used the Brew Bucket™ and one of the most unique features that stood out is that the Brew Bucket can be stacked during fermentation, even with an airlock attached. We also like the conical bottom that allows trub to settle out in a concentrated space that minimizes the surface area of the trub that is in contact with your beer. The included Patent Pending Rotating Racking Valve is also a brilliantly simple design allowing you to rotate the racking arm inside the Brew Bucket down during fermentation to minimize trub, and later up to get clear beer when racking! Etched Volume Markers on the inside were super handy when filling and display in both Liters and Gallons.
The build quality is really amazing for the price. Welds are clean. The lid is strong and the spring loaded lid hatches are solid. The lid includes a removable, molded silicone gasket that ensures an airtight seal. We love an airtight seal so that we can be sure to see the airlock working. The welded on stainless handles make the BrewBucket fermentor super easy to move.
Overall: Very functional, easy-to-use, will last a lifetime, and looks amazing. Lets make some beer!
Features:
Certified Food Grade 304 Stainless Steel Construction
Patent Pending Stainless Rotating Racking Valve
6.95 gal Max Capacity
40° Conical Bottom for Trub Trapping
Nests for Storage, Stacks for Ferment!
Molded Silicone Lid Gasket
Spring Loaded Lid Clamps for Airtight Lid Seal
Offset Airlock Hole includes Silicone Stopper
Gallon & Liter Markers inside for visual volume assessment
Stainless construction resists damage and is easy to clean
21” Height x 13” Width
10 lbs
These are selling for just $199.
Shipping for most items will be free, with a $59 order to addresses in the contiguous US and their Free Shipping Program. This is included in the mix and marked down to just $179.
This post contains affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
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8 Gallon Stainless Steel Conical Fermenter via eBay Seller affordable-distilling
More Info
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
This 8 Gallon Conical Fermenter with Thermometer
This fermenter comes with:
Thermowell and 3″ thermometer
2 x 3/4″ ball valves (5/8″ ID)
Tri clamps and gaskets
Brew up to 5 gallons of beer
4 PSI
Stand assembly
Lid gaskets
Hose barb 3/8″
Airlock
As if this posting, this is eBay offering is selling for just $391.23. Shipping is an additional fee that may vary by location. Prices, shipping and availability can change quickly. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this post was published; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit the product page. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.
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8 Gallon Stainless Steel Conical Fermenter via eBay Seller affordable-distilling
More Info
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
This 8 Gallon Conical Fermenter with Thermometer
This fermenter comes with:
Thermowell and 3″ thermometer
2 x 3/4″ ball valves (5/8″ ID)
Tri clamps and gaskets
Brew up to 5 gallons of beer
4 PSI
Stand assembly
Lid gaskets
Hose barb 3/8″
Airlock
As if this posting, this is eBay offering is selling for just $391.23. Shipping is an additional fee that may vary by location. Prices, shipping and availability can change quickly. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this post was published; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit the product page. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.
This post may contain affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
8 Gallon Stainless Steel Conical Fermenter via eBay Seller affordable-distilling
More Info
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
This 8 Gallon Conical Fermenter with Thermometer
This fermenter comes with:
Thermowell and 3″ thermometer
2 x 3/4″ ball valves (5/8″ ID)
Tri clamps and gaskets
Brew up to 5 gallons of beer
4 PSI
Stand assembly
Lid gaskets
Hose barb 3/8″
Airlock
As if this posting, this is eBay offering is selling for just $391.23. Shipping is an additional fee that may vary by location. Prices, shipping and availability can change quickly. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this post was published; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit the product page. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.
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