Other essential items are covered below. They are easy to clean and don't deteriorate in storage or interact chemically with the wine. You will also be able to observe the fermentation. Three, six and seven gallon jugs are alternatives. One gallon jugs require more care because of the risk of oxidation.
Beer kegs make good containers.
Plastic containers should be used only for short term storage because of their permeability to air. Avoid barrels unless you can take the time to care for them properly. The use of Oak-mor or oak chips is a quite reasonable alternative to aging in small barrels. They work like a sink trap. They should be used with a rubber bung to fit the opening of your container.