Had a Foodsaver, worked decent. Went to another brand a few years ago, not as good but I could work with it. Looking at the Vevor 320w unit. Anyone have any experience with it?
Id advise against one. Mine worked for about 20 bags then the pump went out. They offered to send me a new pump for me to install myself on a week old sealer which I thought was terrible customer service. Then told me they couldn't ship the pump to the USA which I thought was weird due to them selling vacuum pumps. They were gonna replace the whole unit afterwards and we're out of stock They then advised me they were refunding money. I was very disappointed in my Vevor experience. They don't have a phone number for customer service so everything is thru chat which it took over a week to even get a response with multiple inquiries.
I've been told...no firsthand experience....that the LEM sealers are quality pieces.
I have been using various different Food Savers for 30+ years and never had a problem with any of them. The only reason I say several is I was presented with opportunities to upgrade on the cheap.
About 4-5 years ago my wife bought me an Avid Armor USV32 chamber vac and it now gets 95%+ of the use. The chamber vacs really are a step above the suction type sealers. They are more expensive on the front end but the bags are way cheaper. Plus you can seal soups, gumbo and other liquid stuff and get a good seal.
Quote from: 10th Legionaire on January 16, 2026, 05:32:42 PMI have been using various different Food Savers for 30+ years and never had a problem with any of them. The only reason I say several is I was presented with opportunities to upgrade on the cheap.
About 4-5 years ago my wife bought me an Avid Armor USV32 chamber vac and it now gets 95%+ of the use. The chamber vacs really are a step above the suction type sealers. They are more expensive on the front end but the bags are way cheaper. Plus you can seal soups, gumbo and other liquid stuff and get a good seal.
I have this same machine, first one had a warranty issue that was replaced without a problem. 2nd one has been great, bagged a ton of stuff with it over the past 3-4 years.
Thanks guys. I am still undecided, but have 2 buddies that have the Vevor and love them. Will check out the Avid as well
I have an older one from Cabelas. Still works
Cabela's pro models are excellent.
I bought an Avid Armor Ultra Series USV32 Chamber Vacuum Sealer System in September 2022 and it's been working well for me. Done several wild game, backpacking meals, turkey, and like it.
Do yourself a favor - get a good chamber sealer and never look back! I use the one from Anova and it works great. Nice to be able to vacuum seal a soup to toss in a pot of hot water for dinner when I am traveling.
Quote from: NOmad on January 29, 2026, 10:19:37 AMDo yourself a favor - get a good chamber sealer and never look back! I use the one from Anova and it works great. Nice to be able to vacuum seal a soup to toss in a pot of hot water for dinner when I am traveling.
Chamber sealers are definitely the way to go.
Costco - 3 year bring back -- I buy fairly cheap, but good bags off Ama%^&. I prefer the already made bags over making them, not worth the hassle to me.
I've gone a different route, small handheld vacuum sealer from Chef Preserve. I have an older Foodsaver that hasn't been used since purchasing the handheld. Bags are reusable and I've used most several times. If using the bags liquids would need to be frozen first. Very handy for everyday use. Bags are available in S, M and L. Unit comes with charging cord. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20260205/be90be76d0f8fc1ffd71fe7d22df0b3c.jpg)
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Quote from: Spring Creek Calls on February 05, 2026, 08:37:11 AMI've gone a different route, small handheld vacuum sealer from Chef Preserve. I have an older Foodsaver that hasn't been used since purchasing the handheld. Bags are reusable and I've used most several times. If using the bags liquids would need to be frozen first. Very handy for everyday use. Bags are available in S, M and L. Unit comes with charging cord. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20260205/be90be76d0f8fc1ffd71fe7d22df0b3c.jpg)
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My wife just got the same one, we go through vacuum sealers about every 4-5 years, so we figured we'd try one of these. Nice and compact, will save some space in our crowded kitchen!