UPDATE - 01/06/2020 - After 6 years and 10 months the unit finally died. It actually didn't die. The lever on the right side to lock the lid broke. I spent a couple of hours trying to do a fix but I couldn't salvage the lever. I am buying another one - same model. I always use two hands to lock the top down. Left hand pushing the lid down and the right hand actually using the lever to lock the lid so I'm surprised the lever was the thing that killed it off.
It lasted 2 months shy of 7 years. I paid $69.99 for it so it cost me $10/year. I have to say I have changed my mind about the value. I think it was well worth the money. I found that I used it every day. As stated in my original review, I have it on the counter so it's always ready to use. I use it to seal a lot more than just food. I've used it to seal tools; rain jackets - regular jackets for my pickup (so they don't get dirty) and a myriad of other things I want to keep in storage for awhile - clothes, tools, ink cartridges, etc.. I found it better to freeze liquids before sealing. I freeze liquids, leftovers, etc and and then seal them the next day. I purchase strawberries in season, cut the green off, place them on a cookie sheet, freeze and then seal in portions the next day. Then whenever in the microwave for 15 seconds or so (6-7 strawberries), in the blender with some skim milk, a little yogurt, protein powder and whatever else you want your kid (or you) to eat and you have a great smoothie. Works great. Oviously, blueberries, peaches (cut up of course) and other fruit can be frozen, sealed and used for smoothies.
My unit came with two small pieces of black foam stuff and before I close the lid I place them where the lid prongs contact the base. It started not sealing very well about two years ago and thought oh boy it's going to the landfill. Well, I started doing some searching on the net and found all I needed to do was purchase new rubber seal strips - very inexpensive - voila, like brand new.
The other thing I would like to clarify is that the actual sealing is about 10 seconds.
I don't know how I lived without one. I don't buy Food Saver bags, pouches, rolls. There are many places on Amazon and "other" places to purchase them. I found them just as good as the FS ones. I hope this has helped someone out there. (-:
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Food Savers in my opinion are over priced but I bought one anyway. I used it all the time when I first purchased it and was afraid I wouldn't continue to use it after the "novelty" wore off so made a space for it on my counter top (I am a divorced male sharing our 9 year old daughter) so I wouldn't have one of those "out of sight, out of mind" things. I have to admit, I use it all the time, not only for food but for other items as well. I have it in a very convenient place so it is easy to get at and easy to use.
I don't buy the Food Saver branded bags/rolls so can't comment on the branded bags other than the ones that came with the unit were fine. The ones I found on eBay were just as good at a MUCH lower price.
The only thing I don't like about this unit is it takes longer than I think it should to "seal" the plastic bags - not vacuum, but just the sealing part. I had a business where I had purchased a plastic bag sealer and it seals and cools really, really quickly. This thing takes a good dozen minutes from the actual hot sealing to the 4 second cool down.
I read other reviewers stating that the rubber gasket didn't last long or they weren't satisfied with it, it leaked, etc. My unit came with two small oblong black rubber thingies that I guess are suppose to go where the pins on the top part meet the bottom part of the unit. After I use the sealer, I place one of these rubber foam things on each side to hold the lid off the bottom part and have had no problems whatsoever with the actual rubber sealing gasket getting flattened. SEE MY UPDATE ABOVE ABOUT THE SEAL STRIPS.
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From the manufacturer
Key Features
- Vacuum sealing removes air, one of the main causes of freezer burn, mold, and spoilage
- Extra-wide sealing strip applies heat for an airtight seal and vacuum chamber reduces bag waste
- Handheld sealer seals FoodSaver zipper bags, canisters, containers, and marinates food in minute
FoodSaver V2244 Vacuum Sealing System & Starter Kit
Lock In Freshness
The FoodSaver V2244 Vacuum Sealing System helps keep food fresh longer. The system removes air, one of the main causes of mold and food spoilage, from bags and creates an airtight seal to lock in freshness
The FoodSaver Vacuum Sealing System comes complete with a starter kit that includes an 11" x 10' heat seal roll, (3) quart heat seal bags, (2) gallon heat seal bags, and an accessory hose, so you'll soon be on your way to keeping your food fresh, eliminating waste, and saving money.
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Top 3 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer
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Preserving Bulk FoodsTake the guesswork out of smart shopping—buy in bulk and see all the savings by safely sealing and freezing meats, cheeses, vegetables, and even soups and sauces. Did we mention all FoodSaver bags/rolls are sous vide safe? Simmer away. |
Jar SealingDon’t let your garden's harvest go to waste—preserve fruit and veggies for salads, soups, apple sauces, and more. The FoodSaver Jar Sealers (sold separately) give you an easy way to enjoy or gift. |
Prep AheadUse your FoodSaver system to prep meals for the week for yourself or your whole family. It’s also great for sealing up the ingredients you need to blend ultra-fresh smoothies, like bananas, mangoes, or blueberries. |
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| Price | — | — | $107.50 | — |
| Meets UL or ETL Safety Standards | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Designed to Prevent Burns | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Patented Removable Drip Tray | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cool Down Required Between Seals | 20 seconds | 20 seconds | 20 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Seals with Less Bag Waste | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dry/Moist Mode | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Roll Storage and Cutter Bar | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Handheld Sealer | No | No | No | Yes |
| Quick Marinate Mode | No | No | No | Yes |
| Pack Ins | (1) 11" X 10' vacuum seal roll (3) 1-quart vacuum seal bags (2) 1-gallon vacuum seal bags (1) Accessory Hose | (1) 11" X 10' vacuum seal roll (3) 1-quart vacuum seal bags (2) 1-gallon vacuum seal bags (1) accessory hose | (1) 11" X 10' vacuum seal roll (3) 1-quart vacuum seal bags (2) 1-gallon vacuum seal bags (1) handheld sealer + holder clip (1) accessory hose | (1) 11" X 10' vacuum seal roll (3) 1-quart vacuum seal bags (2) 1-gallon vacuum seal bags |
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| Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | GERYON INC | 247 MART | Square Four (SN recorded) |
| size | Single | 2 rolls 8"x16.5' + 2 rolls 11"x16.5' | Multi-Pack | 8 Function | Pack of 1 | Large |
| power source | HandHeld | — | — | AC | HandHeld | HandHeld |
| operation mode | Manual | Manual | — | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| material | Plastic | PA+PE | Multi-ply | Plastic | Stainless Steel | Plastic |
| wattage | — | — | — | 110 watts | 120 watts | 120 watts |
| weight | 1 pounds | 940 grams | 1.4 kilograms | 2.6 pounds | 7.65 pounds | 6.6 pounds |
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An okay food vacuum for light-duty sealing.
I have used this vacuum sealer now for quite a while. I have found the one I bought a few years ago is alive and still working pretty well. The included bags are really high quality and are easy to use. One thing I have found lacking in this unit is how sometimes the unit will not vacuum the air out of the bag. I will have to take the bag out and put it back in and try again. Sometimes it will work right away and sometimes I have to try a few times. I find that the unit struggles if you do not make the opening of the bag that is being sealed smaller than the other edges of the bag. Basically, you will want to make sure your bags are rectangular and that you are sealing up the bag on one of the smaller edges.Recently, I tried buying two more units and I found that those units did not work correctly. I had to return both of them. So, I am not sure what is up with the quality control over at Foodsaver but it has taken a bit of a turn.Dimensions of the unit can be seen in the photos I have attached.Included:-The vacuum unit-Plastic hose for air tight containers-one roll of plastic for making bags-a few pre-made bagsPros:*Cheap*Comes with everything in one packageCons:*Can be a bit finicky with how it vacuums(-1 star)*Lots of Dead on Arrival units(-1/2 a star)Additional Considerations:If you are looking to do a lot of sealing, I would spend a bit more money and get another machine. These can be a bit annoying to use daily.Overall: 3.5/5 stars (>=.5 rounds up, <.5 rounds down) => 4 starsIf you have any further questions regarding the product in my review please leave a comment below and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
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