Stocking Up? These Vacuum Sealers Will Keep Food Fresh Longer — & They're All Under $100
byMargeaux Baulch Klein
Amazon
A vacuum sealer is an essential kitchen gadget if you like to sous vide or store food in bulk. However, while some vacuum sealers can cost hundreds of dollars and require ample countertop space to operate, the best vacuum sealers under $100 are affordable, compact, and allow you to easily create airtight seals at a fraction of the cost of more expensive vacuum sealer models.
When shopping for a vacuum sealer, keep in mind that the difference between more and less expensive models is often not how well they seal but in their size and speed, and the features they offer. If you only sous vide cook or stock up on meat and produce occasionally, or are buying one for the first time, the most affordable and basic machines may be all that you need. But if you're a vacuum-sealer enthusiast, you may appreciate the additional settings (like for indicating dry or moist food), faster speed, and options for different sealing modes from a slightly higher price-point vacuum sealer.
And if you have a small kitchen or if storage space is hard to come by, you may want to consider the handheld vacuum sealer I've included below, which requires far less space than countertop versions.
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