Compare the Best Homebrew Kits: Mr. Beer vs Pinter, Craft-a-Brew & More
See why over 2 million brewers trust Mr. Beer. We break down features, pricing, and results — no fluff.
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Mix
Add ingredients and water, then mix well.
Brew
Let it ferment for the perfect beer.
Bottle
Transfer your brew into bottles and seal.
Enjoy!
Chill, pour, and taste your masterpiece.
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| Feature | Mr. Beer | Craft a Brew | Pinter | MoreBeer | Northern Brewer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner Friendly | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Somewhat | ✅ Yes | ❌ Advanced | ❌ Advanced |
| Complete Starter Kit | ✅ Yes | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ Yes |
| Starter Kit Price | $59.95 | $97† Price reflects total cost after purchasing bottling equipment and priming sugar (not included). | $185† Price reflects total cost after purchasing a recipe (not included). | $105† Price reflects total cost after purchasing bottling equipment and priming sugar (not included). | $80 |
| Batch Size Options | 2 & 5 gallons | 1 & 5 gallons | 1.5 gallons | 1 & 5 gallons | 1 & 5 gallons |
| Entry-Level Batch Size | 2 gallons | 1 gallon | 1.5 gallons | 1 gallon | 1 gallon |
| Price Per Gallon | ✅ $30 | ❌ $97 | ❌ $123 | ❌ $105 | ❌ $80 |
| Bottles Included | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Brewing Time | ✅ 30 mins | 1–2 hrs | 30 mins | 2+ hrs | 2+ hrs |
| Flavor Variety | ✅ 150+ Recipes | 35 | 20 | 11† MoreBeer offers a larger catalog, but these counts reflect recipes specifically compatible with their 1-gallon starter kits. | 32† Norther Brewer offers a larger catalog, but these counts reflect recipes specifically compatible with their 1-gallon starter kits. |
| Brand Established | ✅ 1993 | 2010 | 2019 | 1995 | 1993 |
What Makes Mr. Beer Different
Brew in 30 Minutes
Our simple system gets you brewing in less than half an hour.
Beginner-Friendly
No prior experience needed — just mix, brew, and enjoy.
Real Beer, Real Flavor
Craft authentic-tasting beer that rivals your local brewpub.
Brew Again & Again
One kit. Hundreds of recipes. No extra gear needed.
Fast Shipping
Get brewing quickly with fast, reliable delivery across the U.S.
Trusted Since 1993
Join 2+ million homebrewers who started their journey with Mr. Beer.
Hear From Our Brewers
Great beer and fun to make!
"Great beer. Easy to brew and fun as well. This beer rivals the beer brewed in Germany."
Oktoberfest Lager Deluxe RefillHuckleberry Beer
"Made some Huckleberry Beer using the Classic American Light beer with Amoretti Artisan Huckleberry flavoring. I made the beer for my wife, and she liked it. I don't care for fruit in my beer but this came out quite good."
Classic American Light Standard RefillIrish taste American production
"Tasted like Guinness — I can finally brew my favorite beer right at home."
St. Patrick's Irish StoutOld Brew Come Back
"I love that brew! I’m bringing back the recipe for Fire in The Hole. Left the seeds in 3 of 6 japelano peppers. Absolutely delicious!"
Classic American LightGreat company, great beer
"Easy to brew. Tastes great. Fast shipping. I’ll continue to order my kits from Mr. Beer."
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Whether you're just getting started or looking for a better way to brew, Mr. Beer has helped over 2 million homebrewers enjoy great beer at home — faster, easier, and with better results.