This is the perfect starter kit.  It includes the equipment you need to get started brewing right away.  This kit uses a 6.5-Gallon food grade plastic bucket (while most shops only offer a six gallon bucket, you will be happy you have the extra space) with a sealable lid.  The bucket is easy to use, carry, and stack for storage.  A draw back is that the plastic is easily scratched, which can make sanitizing the buckets a little difficult.  Always use non-abrasive pads when cleaning a plastic bucket.In the Kit: 6.5 gallon fermenting bucket with lid, 6.5 gallon bottling bucket with spigot, 3-Piece Fermentation Airlock, Siphon tubing, Bottle filler, Bottle brush, Auto Siphon, Bottle capper, Hydrometer, 8 oz. Cleanser, Thermometer, Brewer's Handbook, 5-Gallon Stainless Steel Stock Pot, and Ingredients for Five Gallons of Beer.