How to choose the best vacuum sealer?

The best food vacuum sealer is handy , convenient and can do it all (seal both dry foods and moist foods, vacuum and seal), so it can really help you to keep your food fresh 5 times longer than normal storage.

1. What is to look for when you are going to buy the best food vacuum sealer?

 There are some options as following:

lHandheld VS Countertop: 

If you don’t have much space in your kitchen, and you need to move around when you are cooking, you will probably need a handheld vacuum pump, but if you pack your food by vacuum sealer often, the superior performance and durability of a countertop model may suit you better. Here's the difference:

· Handheld models 

It is small, and normally it uses Ziplock-style bags which have a small port for air removal, good choice for small cases and meal preparation. 

· Countertop models 

It is bigger and it can do both pre-cutting  and cut-to-size bags. It’s more powerful, it provides a longer-lasting result since there's nowhere for the air left or let extra air in. Most of these models can also re-seal bags, like potato chip and cereal bags.

· Functions: 

When you are planning to buy a food vacuum sealer, please think about what you really needs:

Do you only need to seal the food and keep them fresh, like freeze the meat left or leftovers in your kitchen?   

Do you still need a do-it-all vacuum sealer machine which is designed for sous vide as well? Please note that you can use these kitchen tools for any foods, no matter dry or moist. You can pack meat, beef and fish, you can also seal dry goods (flour, sugar, pasta, cookies and even coffee beans), and fruits, veggies, cheese and pre-cooked meals like soups and stews.

· Type of bags:

 If you need different size bags for different tasks, I will advise you to buy rolls instead of pre-cut bags, then you can cut these bags in any size to fit your needs. And if you plan to sous vide, make sure you get boil-safe bags or rolls.

Remark:

Not all vacuum sealer bags are compatible with all machines, so double check the model's specification first.