Fresh food fears oxygen, especially when it’s moist. A vacuum sealer is your secret weapon. By sealing food in the vacuum bag and extracting the air, it prevents oxidation, bacteria and mold growth, and freezer burn. So, you can buy in bulk and save some cash. Aside from that, a vacuum sealer is great for quickly marinating meat or for sous vide cooking. You can even use it to protect documents and jewelry from oxidation and moisture.
However, with so many options out there, choosing the right vacuum sealer can be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve done the testing for you - after trying out over 20 models, we’ve narrowed it down to 6 that perform well in their categories. Let’s take a look!
Best Overall
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The INKBIRD INK-VS06 is a top-around performer that combines functionality, reliability, and ease of use. Equipped with a -80kPa vacuum pump and auto-sensing technology, it can adjust the suction power based on the bag thickness. With a rechargeable 2000mAh battery, it performed well in our tests, providing up to 60 minutes of use or sealing around 110 bags on a single charge. We also like that it has a built-in bag cutter and roll storage, making it perfect for outdoor cooking. Beyond just regular food, it’s also capable of sealing moist items, mason jars, and more.
Best Budget
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If you’re looking to save some cash, the INKBIRD INK-VS01 delivers solid performance without spending too much. It’s compact, lightweight, and easy to operate, making it a great choice for beginners. While it lacks advanced features, its two sealing modes are still effective to vacuum seal most wet and dry foods. Unfortunately, for the sake of compactness, it sacrifices built-in roll storage, but it does have a built-in cutter to help you customize the bag size easily.
Best Chamber
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The Avid Armor Ultra USV20 features a chamber sealing system that provides superior air removal compared to external vacuum sealers. With its clear tempered glass lid, you can easily see the vacuum and sealing in action. It also offers adjustable vacuum and sealing times to ensure a perfect seal for different types of food. This chamber vacuum sealer is particularly effective at preserving liquids and soups, which can be a challenge for external models. However, it is expensive, nearly five times that of INK-VS01, and its size and noise might also be prohibitive for some home users.
Best for Wet Foods, Liquids, Soups
FoodSaver Elite All-in-One Liquid
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If you’re looking for a more compact vacuum sealer for sealing liquids, the FoodSaver Elite All-in-One Liquid is a good option. It has six customizable modes, including dry, moist, liquid, sous vide, marinade, and pulse, making it versatile for various cooking needs. Beyond that, it comes with a large built-in liquid reservoir that can collect excess liquid during the vacuum sealing process, preventing spills that could harm the machine. Similar to the INK-VS06, this vacuum sealer includes a built-in bag cutter and roll storage. While its price is on par with the USV20, if your budget allows and you frequently seal liquids, this machine is definitely worth considering.
Best for Heavy Use
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For households that often need vacuum sealing or process large amounts of food, the INKBIRD INK-VS04 is a sturdy, reliable workhorse that can withstand heavy use. Thanks to its dual motors and dual pumps, it efficiently removes air from bags and containers in no time. In our tests, it seals about a third faster than other models. Plus, the INK-VS04 offers 8 vacuum and sealing modes to suit your food type. Its longer and wider sealing strip, water drip tray, and robust construction ensure long-lasting durability even in demanding conditions.
Best for Mason Jars
Electric Mason Jar Vacuum Sealer
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This vacuum sealer is compatible with wide-mouth and regular jars, and is designed to preserve homemade sauces, jams, grains, herbs, coffee, pickled items, and more. It’s compact and easy to store, but it’s not compatible with vacuum bags. Check your jars. If they have a vacuum or vent hole, you can use the INKBIRD vacuum sealers mentioned above for vacuum sealing. Otherwise, for regular jars, you’ll need this special mason jar vacuum sealer.
