Best Vacuum Sealer?

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THE food saver unit is OK but the VacMaster 350 is fantastic.The VacMaster unit is made of Stainless Steel and has adjustable settings for your more delicate foods like fruit. My Son has the Food Saver unit and it is Ok but cannot compare to the VacMaster Units. I use my 350 a few times a week and for several bags at a time. It is fast and very powerful. The great bags and rolls from Lisa make it even better and a big cost savings compared to the Food Saver bags you buy at the store.

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I have never used the Vacmaster350 but I had a $200 foodsaver that let me down about 6 years ago, it lasted long enough to do 14 deer/hogs well and then barely managed to do another 10 deer/hogs the next year :(

I upgraded to the Weston Pro-2100 because I needed a sealer that was known to be a long lasting powerhouse, and couldn't be happier with it over the past 4+ years!!! 

One feature these Weston's have that I think is crucial the internal fan that blows the whole time to keep the vac sealer cool so no overheating to stop vac sealing! 

One feature I wish the 2100/2300 would add is a bag cutter but I have learned that buying pre-made bags is the way to go rather then spending hours of time cutting and sealing roll bags.

I have also used a Weston Pro-1100 and it also seals amazingly BUT the auto lock/latch and unlock/unlatch "feature" is a pain the butt.  If they got rid of that so called "feature" it would be an amazing sealer because it seals superbly and DOES have a roll holder and bag cutter built into the machine.

Anyhow this is just my $0.02.  Fork over the money and get a good one that is a hardcore brand (not FoodSaver) and you will buy once, cry once, and live happily ever after :)
 
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Hello everyone,

I hope that everyone enjoyed their Memorial Day weekend and thought of our troops who are serving our country and of those who have died for our freedom.

We have a new vacuum sealer, the VacMaster Pro 275! It's a budget-friendly sealer that has a powerful double piston pump and a cooling fan.  Check it out here!

Here is your JUNE discount code:

Save 10% Off All Bags, Rolls, & Canisters

for your FoodSaver, Weston, Cabela's, or VacMaster home suction machines.

ALL MACHINES NOW SHIP FOR FREE

Just enter SM617 at checkout and the discount will automatically be applied.

I am also working to get more products on the site to save you money on meat processing equipment.  I just got some great deals on sausage stuffers.  

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/Sausage-Stuffers_c71.htm

I will have more products coming soon!

Our ULTRA bags will save you money!    They are thicker than the FoodSaver brand, and I have ordered in bulk to save you $$$.    Check out our new line of ULTRA bags and rolls for your FoodSaver, Weston, Cabela's and Vacmaster countertop suction machines:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/ULTRA-Bags-Rolls-for-FoodSaver-VacMaster-Weston-etc_c278.htm

We also carry CLEAR/GOLD BAGS that work with your FoodSaver / Cabela's / Weston / VacMaster machines:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/Clear-Gold-Bags-for-FoodSaver-Seal-a-Meal_c171.htm

We are now carrying all-stainless steel home suction sealers.  We have two models and one of them has a huge 16" long seal bar:

PRO 350 - standard 12" seal bar length:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/VacMaster-Pro-350-876350.htm

PRO 380 - 16" extra long seal bar length:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/VacMaster-Home-Use-Vacuum-Sealing-Machines_c12.htm

We also carry  MYLAR BAGS, and other emergency preparedness supplies! Click  HERE  to see.

Check out our full line of chamber vacuum machines and supplies for the professional smoker!

Take care, and thanks for your business!

Lisa
 
Hello everyone,

I hope that all of you have been enjoying your summer!

We have a new vacuum sealer, the VacMaster Pro 275! It's a budget-friendly sealer that has a powerful double piston pump and a cooling fan.  Check it out here!

Here is your AUGUST discount code:

Save 10% Off All Bags, Rolls, & Canisters

for your FoodSaver, Weston, Cabela's, or VacMaster home suction machines.

ALL MACHINES NOW SHIP FOR FREE

Just enter SM817 at checkout and the discount will automatically be applied.

I am also working to get more products on the site to save you money on meat processing equipment.  I just got some great deals on sausage stuffers.  

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/Sausage-Stuffers_c71.htm

I will have more products coming soon!

Our ULTRA bags will save you money!    They are thicker than the FoodSaver brand, and I have ordered in bulk to save you $$$.    Check out our new line of ULTRA bags and rolls for your FoodSaver, Weston, Cabela's and Vacmaster countertop suction machines:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/ULTRA-Bags-Rolls-for-FoodSaver-VacMaster-Weston-etc_c278.htm

We also carry CLEAR/GOLD BAGS that work with your FoodSaver / Cabela's / Weston / VacMaster machines:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/Clear-Gold-Bags-for-FoodSaver-Seal-a-Meal_c171.htm

We are now carrying all-stainless steel home suction sealers.  We have two models and one of them has a huge 16" long seal bar:

PRO 350 - standard 12" seal bar length:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/VacMaster-Pro-350-876350.htm

PRO 380 - 16" extra long seal bar length:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/VacMaster-Home-Use-Vacuum-Sealing-Machines_c12.htm

We also carry  MYLAR BAGS, and other emergency preparedness supplies! Click  HERE  to see.

Check out our full line of chamber vacuum machines and supplies for the professional smoker!

Take care, and thanks for your business!

Lisa
 
Hi Lisa,

Do you have any containers for marinating with a vacuum sealer that are 4 quarts? I've seen the video about marinating with a vacuum sealer on your website, but haven't found the containers.

Thanks in advance.

JD
 
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I just got a half case of 11" x 50' rolls. I tried the bags last time and they have been good, but with my new PRO 380, making my own bags is a snap! I love the built-in cutter and can make the size of bag I want. The 16" sealing bar is first class! I just wish I could get some bags or rolls that can use it. There are times I want to vac-seal a whole sub-primal and 11 inches isn't big enough.
 
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I'm Interested in your sealing bags. I have one question, I currently use food saver brand bags and my biggest use is sealing pulled pork to freeze and reheating it in simmering water before serving. Will these bags hold up for that use?
 
 
I just got a half case of 11" x 50' rolls. I tried the bags last time and they have been good, but with my new PRO 380, making my own bags is a snap! I love the built-in cutter and can make the size of bag I want. The 16" sealing bar is first class! I just wish I could get some bags or rolls that can use it. There are times I want to vac-seal a whole sub-primal and 11 inches isn't big enough.
The 15" x 18" Ultra bags are pretty big. I have crammed a whole packer into them.
 
Hmmm...  I only saw the 11" How did I mess them?  Perhaps I was just looking at rolls. Guess I need to go shopping again.
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Hello,

Our bags will work just as well or better than the FoodSaver brand, because our bags are thicker and more durable.

Have a great day,

Lisa
I use the Ultra Bags all the time for sous vide.  Typical temps 130°-183°


When we go camping we make eggs in a bag. We crack 3-4 eggs into the pint size bags. Add seasoning, veggies, cooked meat,  seal shut and place in our cooler. Boil water drop the bags in and cook.

 
Thanks Case. Yup... I was looking for rolls like that. Bags will have to do I guess.

By the way... what settings have you found to be the sweet spot for both sealing and vacuum on your 380 now that you have had yours a while?
 
 
Thanks Case. Yup... I was looking for rolls like that. Bags will have to do I guess.

By the way... what settings have you found to be the sweet spot for both sealing and vacuum on your 380 now that you have had yours a while?
Honestly I have them set at the highest setting most of the time.
 
Hi Lisa,

Do you have any containers for marinating with a vacuum sealer that are 4 quarts? I've seen the video about marinating with a vacuum sealer on your website, but haven't found the containers.

Thanks in advance.

JD
 
Hello everyone,

School has started here.  I have one son still at home and two others who have left.  I'm having some serious empty nesting going on here, and I have to vacuum seal more often now that there are less people here to eat my bulk buy items.

We have a new vacuum sealer, the VacMaster Pro 275! It's a budget-friendly sealer that has a powerful double piston pump and a cooling fan.  Check it out here!

Here is your SEPTEMBER discount code:

Save 10% Off All Bags, Rolls, & Canisters

for your FoodSaver, Weston, Cabela's, or VacMaster home suction machines.

ALL MACHINES NOW SHIP FOR FREE

Just enter SM917 at checkout and the discount will automatically be applied.

I am also working to get more products on the site to save you money on meat processing equipment.  I just got some great deals on sausage stuffers.  

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/Sausage-Stuffers_c71.htm

I will have more products coming soon!

Our ULTRA bags will save you money!    They are thicker than the FoodSaver brand, and I have ordered in bulk to save you $$$.    Check out our new line of ULTRA bags and rolls for your FoodSaver, Weston, Cabela's and Vacmaster countertop suction machines:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/ULTRA-Bags-Rolls-for-FoodSaver-VacMaster-Weston-etc_c278.htm

We also carry CLEAR/GOLD BAGS that work with your FoodSaver / Cabela's / Weston / VacMaster machines:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/Clear-Gold-Bags-for-FoodSaver-Seal-a-Meal_c171.htm

We are now carrying all-stainless steel home suction sealers.  We have two models and one of them has a huge 16" long seal bar:

PRO 350 - standard 12" seal bar length:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/VacMaster-Pro-350-876350.htm

PRO 380 - 16" extra long seal bar length:

http://shop.vacuumsealersunlimited.com/VacMaster-Home-Use-Vacuum-Sealing-Machines_c12.htm

We also carry  MYLAR BAGS, and other emergency preparedness supplies! Click  HERE  to see.

Check out our full line of chamber vacuum machines and supplies for the professional smoker!

Take care, and thanks for your business!

Lisa
 
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