The 7 Best Bottle Cappers

This wiki has been updated 28 times since it was first published in May of 2016. If your hobby or small business involves brewing beer or making soda, we salute you. But you'll be needing one of these bottle cappers to secure your beverages safely and ensure they stay in optimal condition. We've included a variety of designs at a range of prices, so there are models perfect for the occasional home brewer as well as options for artisanal microbreweries. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 28 times since it was first published in May of 2016. If your hobby or small business involves brewing beer or making soda, we salute you. But you'll be needing one of these bottle cappers to secure your beverages safely and ensure they stay in optimal condition. We've included a variety of designs at a range of prices, so there are models perfect for the occasional home brewer as well as options for artisanal microbreweries. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Home Brew Ohio Colt

The long arm of the Home Brew Ohio Colt (appx. $57) provides a good amount of leverage, so you shouldn't feel fatigued after sealing a lot of bottles. It is an industrial-grade unit that is powerful enough to handle the needs of smaller, artisan brewing operations.

Quick and easy height adjustments
Sturdy steel column
Can be bolted to a work table

2. G Francis Manual

Simple and affordable are probably the best two words to describe the G Francis Manual (around $18). It is a twin-lever design with a magnet to hold caps in place as you seal them onto your bottle of choice, so they shouldn't fall out during the process.

Accepts bottles of any height
Comfortable plastic handles
Made by a family-owned company

3. G Francis Bench

The G Francis Bench (about $41) features a textured, nonslip surface that holds bottles in place as you work, so there is less chance of accidentally knocking one over and making a mess. It has predrilled holes in the base for securing it to a table.

Spring-loaded lever
Suitable for high-volume use
Rarely damages a bottle

4. Red Baron Emily Wing LDC 4016

It will certainly be hard to misplace the vibrant Red Baron Emily Wing LDC 4016 (appx. $15), which is a basic, but reliable, brewer's tool. Its spring-loaded arms help you deliver just the right amount of pressure when crimping, ensuring you get a nice, tight seal.

Very lightweight
Rustproof plastic construction
Easy to learn to use

5. E.C. Kraus 218C

The high price of the E.C. Kraus 218C (appx. $200) means it won't be suitable for the average home brewer, but if you run a small commercial facility, its durability makes it a smart choice. It features all heavy-duty components and is built to last a lifetime.

Includes a us and european head
Weighty base provides stability
Manufactured in italy

6. Homebrewers Outpost Ferrari Deluxe

The Homebrewers Outpost Ferrari Deluxe (about $36) has a spring-loaded lever arm that pops back into place after each use, making for one less thing you have to do manually. The head can be quickly slid up or down at the press of a button for simple height adjustments.

Creates reliable seals
Can dent the tops of caps
Overall durability is questionable

7. FastFerment Universal Rigamonti

The FastFerment Universal Rigamonti (about $16) lets you apply plenty of torque, thanks to its long handles, which are covered with ergonomically-shaped plastic for ease and comfort of use. Its tempered steel frame should ensure it lasts for quite a few years, too.

Doesn't flex when you squeeze
Requires periodic oiling
Has trouble with stubby bottles

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