Masontops Pickle Pipes - Airlock Fermentation Lids - Fermentation Kit For Wide Mouth Mason Jar Sauerkraut & Pickle Kit - Fermentation Jar Not Included

Why it's worth it

The simplest, cleanest airlock upgrade for anyone already fermenting vegetables in mason jars who wants a more reliable anaerobic seal.

From our review of 10 fermentation kits, by David Sinclair, Managing Editor

What we like

• +Ultra-low-profile silicone airlock fits flush over standard wide-mouth mason jar rings
• +Self-sealing design requires zero water refills or maintenance during fermentation
• +At $23.99, one of the most affordable upgrades for existing mason jar fermenters
• +Dishwasher safe and durable across hundreds of fermentation cycles

What to know

• –Airlock only—no weights, starter culture, or vessel included in the package
• –Silicone can absorb odors from very pungent ferments like kimchi over time
• –Not suitable for kombucha, which requires a breathable cloth cover rather than a sealed airlock