NESCO® VS-12 Deluxe Vacuum Sealer & 100 Pre-Cut Bags Bundle, Heavy-Duty Food Sealer Kit with 50 Quart + 50 Gallon Bags for Meat Storage, Meal Prep & Sous Vide

We recently picked this up for bulk meat buys and long-term freezing, and so far, it has been a workhorse. My wife has put it through its paces already, and the performance is undeniably better than the cheaper units we've used in the past. The Pros: The Double Seal is a Game-Changer: Having that extra line of defense is huge, especially for meat that might have a bit of moisture. We haven't had a single seal fail yet. Serious Suction: You can tell it has a dual pump. It pulls air out fast and tight, which is exactly what you want for sous vide or long-term freezer storage. Built Like a Tank: It has a much more "industrial" feel than most consumer sealers. It doesn't feel like it's going to overheat after three bags. The Cons (The "Picky" Part): The Bag Cutter Routing: This is the only real design tweak I'd suggest. Routing the bags through the cutter is a bit clunky and takes a second to get right every time. It's not a dealbreaker, but for a machine that is so well-designed otherwise, this part feels like it could be a little more intuitive or "smooth." Try it out on a stuffed animal for a fun time with the kids :)

I've been using Foodsaver products since they first came out but when my last one gave out I saw their most recent products had mixed reviews so we decided to look around. I have used this Nesco many times over the last month and it's working great! No signs of freezer burn starting on any items in the freezer thanks to the double seal, I can use any brand bags, and it's very easy to use. It's a little bigger than the two Foodsavers I've had before but I have no problem storing it on a shelf in one of my kitchen cabinets and taking it out as needed. No liquid has entered the chamber yet so I haven't had to remove the tray that collects liquid to clean yet. I tried the accessory ports in years past but I never use them, just the bags. My only disappointment is that the directions say to wait two minutes before sealing additional bags so when I food prep, i use those moments to clean up instead. Still highly recommend.