Weston Pro-2300 Commercial Grade Stainless Steel Vacuum Sealer (65-0201), Double Piston Pump, Pro-2300 (Stainless Steel) review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
Brand | Weston |
Material | Stainless Steel, Steel |
Color | Pro-2300 (Stainless Steel) |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 15.3 x 23 x 9 inches |
Item Weight | 22 Pounds |
product features
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- Powerful, pro-performance; Heavy duty construction and 935 watts of power make this vacuum sealer powerful
- Quick and easy; Just press start; Double piston pump seal bar finishes the job fast; It’s the perfect tool for preserving your prized catch or preparing your garden vegetables for freezing
- Seals through moisture; Extra wide, 5 millimeters seal bar creates a solid, dependable seal every time; Seal wild game, fish and more
- Manual seal mode; Allows control over the amount of vacuum pressure for soft delicate foods
- Fits a variety of bag sizes; Extra-long 15 inches (38 centimeters) seal bar means you can seal up to 15 inches across; Compatible with food saver and Ziploc bags
- Designed for continuous use; Fan cooled motor designed specifically for continuous, repetitive use without overheating
- Food saver and Ziploc are the registered trademarks of Sunbeam products and S.C. Johnson and son respectively; Use of the marks does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by the mark owners
From the manufacturer
The mission of Weston is to fuel a movement of food traditionalists with enduring, well-built products needed for a self-sustaining approach to food. Weston develops, markets, and distributes appliances and accessories under the proprietary Weston brand and private label brands. Products are designed for hunters, gardeners and food enthusiasts who have a passion for farm-to-table and field-to-table foods.
Weston Pro-2300 Commercial Grade Stainless Steel Vacuum Sealer with Double Piston Pump
The powerful fan-cooled motor is designed for continuous, repetitive use without overheating.
The durable stainless steel design and is perfect for bulk foods, leftovers, or safeguarding valuable items from moisture. You can seal a whole chicken or 2 racks of ribs. The double-piston pump creates strong 5mm wide seals at the push of a button. The pump draws up to 28" HG vacuum strength during the sealing process. Use the manual option for more control when sealing soft or delicate items. The 10 amp fuse is easy to access and the cord completely detaches to reduce countertop clutter.
- Extra-long 16" and 5mm wide seal bar fit a variety of bags
- Simple one-touch operation makes it easy to seal anything
- Transparent lid makes it easy to align bags and monitor the stages of sealing
- Powerful, durable motor is fan-cooled for repetitive use, 935 Watts
- Creates strong, wide seals
Features:
Preserve venison and other game meats, beef, pork, poultry, fish, and produce longer than traditional methods with the Weston Pro-2300 Commercial Grade Stainless Steel Vacuum Sealer.
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Extra-long, extra wide seal bar The extra-long seal bar means you can use a variety of vacuum sealer bags or customize your bag size, up to 16" (38 cm) across. The wide 5mm heat bar creates strong, wide seals. Seal a whole chicken or 2 racks of ribs. | Powerful, durable motor is fan-cooled for repetitive use 935 Watts of power provides all the sealing and heating power you need for fast easy, sealing. The fan-cooled motor is designed specifically for continuous, repetitive use without overheating. This machine is both versatile and dependable. | Fuse is easy to access and cord detaches This vacuum sealer has convenient features like a 10 amp fuse that's easy to access and a 6' detachable power cord. | Simple one-touch operation Preserves foods with the touch of a button, or use the manual option for more control when sealing soft or delicate foods. Powerful double-piston pump seal bar finishes the job fast, sealing bags with strong, airtight seals that are 5mm wide. The pump draws up to 28" HG vacuum strength when sealing. |
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Size | Pint | Quart | Gallon | Roll | Roll |
Dimensions | 6" x 10" | 8" x 12" | 11" x 16" | 8" x 50' | 10" x 50' |
Count | 100 | 100 | 100 | 2 | 2 |
product description
Color:Pro-2300 (Stainless Steel)
The stainless steel pro-2300 has everything you need in a vacuum sealer speed: With a powerful double piston pump and seal bar to finish the job in half the time. Flexibility: The extra-long, 15" seal bar means you can seal a variety of vacuum sealer bag sizes up to 15" wide. Power: With 935 watts of power, this is one of the most powerful chamber sealers on the market. It even seals through moisture dependability: an extra wide, 5mm seal bar creates a solid, dependable seal every time. Durability: The fan cooled motor is designed specifically for continuous, repetitive use without overheating. Led lights monitor the stages of the sealing process. There are two seal modes depending on the type of sealing you are doing. The automatic mode has a simple one-touch operation, while the manual seal mode allows you to control the amount of vacuum pressure when sealing soft foods or delicate objects. The transparent acrylic lid makes it easy to align the bag perfectly for sealing. The power cord is detachable, and fits within a convenient storage compartment.
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Questions about Weston Pro-2300 Commercial Grade Stainless Steel Vacuum Sealer (65-0201), Double Piston Pump, Pro-2300 (Stainless Steel)
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I've read most of the reviews; most favorable on performance. What comment do purchasers have for the long term; 6 months, 1 year?
Answer: Had mine for just over 2yrs. Used sparingly, maybe 1-2 times per month. Worked good until the pump failed. $159 + shipping. Word of advice, get the warranty!
Answer: I used it heavily for 6 or 8 months, and it's been stored for the next 6 or 8 months, so I can't say for very long term use. However, one of the reasons I chose it is that small parts can easily be replaced, rather than junking the whole thing as you'd have with a cheaper brand. I've also used others' sealers like FoodSaver and I can tell you this one is much better quality.
Answer: This thing has been incredible. My wife and I dont have kids yet so we just go and buy a whole pork loin because its dirt cheap and i cut it in to roasts and chops and some chunks for stir fry and then we vacuum seal everything up all at once. Well we have had this thing over a year and done chicken and steaks and all sorts or cheeses. We are pretty hard on it. We went through two food savers in two years and they weren't the cheap ones. They were under warranty but i dont like purchasing things because of the warranty. I am fairly frugal but I am not scared to spend on quality and this is it.
Answer: I have used this unit to seal fish, pork, beef, and, believe it or not, valuable documents in special folders. I have gone through a few boxes of bags, a few rolls of bags, and the only replacement I've had to make was to the teflon tape on the heat sealer. I do not regret spending the money. However, the painted model is just as good as the more expensive stainless steel case model.
Answer: I've had mine for a year now. Noticed a distinct slowing of vacuuming as well as a failure to seal similar to the Foodsaver line, but I've had foodsavers bad out of the box, lasting maybe one week!! I purchased a "tune up kit" and noticed the plastic adhesive stripping barely covers the ends of the seal line, so I used a bit of duct tape on both ends to make sure the ends were covered. Frankly, I feel I shouldn't have to do this seeing this is supposedly an upgrade to a Foodsaver (and pricey to boot). So far it seems to have done the trick; we'll see how long it will last after that.
Answer: I had mine for over 8 years with heavy duty use weekly with no problems until now, but I'm not going to keep ordering parts and not fix it. So I'll order another and keep this for parts.
Answer: We have been using ours hard for about six or eight years does so well we bought another one. It is not rare for us to do a moose or 50-80 salmon at a time
Answer: Nine years of light use and going strong. Love that we can use the Mason jar adapter for jars, and other "Foodsaver" accessories.
Answer: We have had ours for 7 years, use it frequently and it's still working perfectly.
Answer: i have had mine for three years and it still works as good as when it came out of the box. I use it monthly and mainly seal fresh fish, cheese, etc. have had no issues or need of any replacement parts.
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how do you seal chicken?
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Answer: I put the chicken (usually quarters, half, or individual pieces) in a Weston bag, making sure I have adequate room on top to fold over the bag and clip it with a office clip, or paper clip. I put it in the freezer until it is frozen, then I take it out, take off the paper clip, and seal it with my Weston sealer. It is a lot less messy if the chicken is frozen and the juices cannot run into the sealer. Caution though, make sure the chicken juices do not contaminate the outside of the bag when being assembled, and stand the bag upright in the freezer (so juices do not run out). Hope this helps.
Answer: A live chicken? Well, I don't recommend that. Too many sharp things to poke holes! But if it's just pieces of chicken, then seal it like anything else. Put it in a sealing bag and put the open end in the machine and seal it like normal. The juices that come out will collect in the juice catcher and it will seal the plastic in spite of it.
Answer: Cut into pieces appropriate for the vacuum bags you intend to use, pat dry excessive fluids, then seal as you would any other item.
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Would the Pro-2300 work with the Foodsaver zipper bags via the Foodsaver zipper bag adapter?
Answer: What do you mean by "Foodsaver zipper bags via the Foodsaver zipper bag adapter"? Are you asking if you can use bags other than those specifically sold for the Weston?
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Answer: don't know.weston has there own zipper bags now.good idea would like to try. sorry
Answer: We've used Foodsaver bags and they work fine.
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Anyone use this for fresh filed fish?
Answer: No, I have never used it for that purpose. I am going to assume you intend to freeze the fish after sealing, hence the reason for vacuum sealing. If my assumption is correct the way to proceed would be as follows. 1. Ensure NO pin bones remain in the filet. 2. Rinse and dry completely with paper towels. 3. Put filet in a vacuum seal bag and place in the freezer, lying flat, until the filet is VERY firm. 4. Remove from freezer and vacuum seal as you normally would. 5. Return to freezer.
Answer: I buy pounds and pounds of fish at Restaurant Depot that I freeze . This machine gets the job done, quickly, quietly, and efficiently. It is heavy semi- professional machine. Comparing this to a Food Saver machine is like comparing a Ferrari to a Chevrolet - I'm very pleased with this machine
Answer: We have done 50-80 salmon in a sitting on many occasions. The unit does amazing. We have three in the group and we have been using one of them for about six years, hard years. Fish, caribou, moose, and everything else.
Answer: We use the Weston for beef, pork and yes for our bull head fish. Seems to work fine. If too much fluid though you have to blot dry as will not seal with too much fluid.
Answer: If I use it on something with too much juice I freeze it before sealing. I have had mine 7 years working great.
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Where is the tube port in the Weston Pro 2300?
Answer: When the lid is open there is a little port that is normally the vacuum for bags, but works for the hose. It's a great machine!
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How can a buyer compare the vacuum efficiency or "strength" of this unit versus another?
Answer: I have seen tests for this unit. It will produce a vacuum of about 18 bar on a bag. 29 being about as good as it gets. It will do more thru the port, but your not supposed to use that or it will void the warranty. I can place a bag done on mine in my chamber sealer, then the bag will explode. That means the unit is not getting all the air out, just most of it. More than enough to prevent freezer burn. If you want a true vacuum, get a chamber sealer for double the cost.
Answer: I have seen tests for this unit. It will produce a vacuum of about 18 bar on a bag. 29 being about as good as it gets. It will do more thru the port, but your not supposed to use that or it will void the warranty. I can place a bag done on mine in my chamber sealer, then the bag will explode. That means the unit is not getting all the air out, just most of it. More than enough to prevent freezer burn. If you want a true vacuum, get a chamber sealer for double the cost.
Answer: The Pro 2300 will pull a vacuum of 28"Hg / ~.95Bar.
Answer: Yes by the amount of vacuum produced. I believe this vac produces 26mm Hg. But it's not just the vacuum that should be compared it's also the overall quality. My experience is that they are far superior to food saver. If you read through the reviews and watch some reviews of the Weston online you will probably find similar opinions. Many people also prefer the Weston vac bags to the food saver bags.
Answer: I had the popular food saver for many years. It died after one year. Totally made of plastic. This machine is solid metal and Plexiglas construction. Completely different animals. It's like comparing a kia verses Lexus or land rover. The motor that drives this is much stronger. In short of buying a supermarket version of vacuum sealer this is the next level down for home use. also my recommendation is to purchase the manufacture's bags. They are best in the market.
Answer: I've had other sealers and this one is definitely the strongest. I sealed a bag of chocolate chips and they were suctioned together so much that it felt like a brick. This thing is amazing!!!
Answer: Purchased as gift for spouse who had several foodsavers over the years for use at hunting time. He loves this one claims much faster, stronger, better sealer.Likes that can buy replacement parts for this if needed.
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How does this perform at sealing cooked meats for freezing, foodsaver wont seal well if moisture is present between bag layers??
Answer: We raise and sell chickens. We've had a few problems with bags coming unsealed but it's usually a pinhole somewhere in the bag and not because of moisture in the bag, or where it was sealed. We do make it a point of wiping the excess moisture from the area that's going to be sealed before we seal it. The chickens that are sealed keep fresh for a very long time. We are very happy with their purchase and do recommend this item.
Answer: IMHO, if moisture is in the sealing area... it will not seal. the "trick" is to get your food into the bag without wetting the area to be sealed. e.g. use a much larger bag and fold the bag down so that the sealing area will be dry when the food is inserted. Food saver has a pricey bag "designed" to help avoid the problem- I do not know how well it works.
Answer: Every bag has sealed,has big sealer tape.When I had a foodsaver and sealing something wet and juicy,i would place a paper towel inside the bag at the top before sealing.frozen paper towel hurt's nothing.Good Luck
Answer: Neither will this. Its just another Food Saver, just built better. No vac bagger can deal with liquids of any kind, but, freeze it first and it becomes a non issue. I also put a sheet of paper towel at the inside top of the bag, but before the seal area, to catch the juice as its squeezed out. Never had an issue.
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What is the duty cycle of this sealer? Can it be run continuously for several hours? I've burned out several FoodSaver units processing large batches.
Answer: I use mine regularly for processing large batches of fish and have run it steady for hours with no problems. You just have to time it so you leave it sit for 20 seconds between bags, which is usually about as fast as you can go anyway. I have also burnt out several food saver specials but this one works well.
Answer: I have run it for hours with no problems or breaks. The only time it rests is waiting on the vacuum to release the lid. That's it.
Answer: As you, have burned up several sealers- but have found this one to be the best so far. Can run continuously, with occasional cooling down of the sealing strip. So far happy with this one. Hope you are as satisfied with yours as I am with mine.
Answer: Spend the bucks and get one. Those food saver units are destine fore the landfill before to long,no fix no parts BS
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How wide is the seal on this machine
Answer: Seal bar is 16" long.
Answer: 15 inches is all it will do.
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I want to purchase this sealer, but not sure that it is a model 2300 because you are not specific. Do you sell Weston bags and other accessories
Answer: I have done a lot of research on vac sealers ,I purchased a food saver designed for sportsman today , and the duty cycle is pathetic (tired of waiting), it is going back tomorrow. I am going to bite the bullet , and pay the price for the Weston 2300 , all of the reviews seem to be good to great on this sealer (only bad complaint is bulky size ), if you research it will do canning jars also with a little research (another brands hose). also I have seen Weston bags on amazon.( Also you did put this posted question, in the results for the 2300 model ) so I will assume you are looking at toe 2300 model
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does anyone have a problem with cover not releasing after sealing? if so, what's the fix?
Answer: Have the same problem. Vacuum and seal is complete cooling light is off takes at least 5-10min before I can open the lid
Answer: There's a piece of metallic tape that covers the sealing bar. It looks like packaging material, so it's very tempting to remove it. It needs to remain in place
Answer: It's not releasing because the vacuum isn't complete. you have to sometimes push down on the cover to get it to seal.
Answer: When its new, the door can be a little "sticky", but it didn't do that for long. It shouldn't take no more than a light tug to open it.
Answer: Yes what the others of said don't pul stripe off and push down on the lid to help remove all the air.
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What is the biggest size bag that can be used? Where is the item shipped from in US? Can this product be shipped to Colombia?
Answer: Hi Liza, the 2300 is a commercial-grade vacuum sealer with an extra large bar for sealing bags up to 15" wide. This item will ship from a CA warehouse. We do not currently support shipments outside the US on Amazon, however, most of our international customers arrange to work with a freight forwarder in the US, that will accept their packages at a US address, and forward them on to them in their country. You can find a forwarder via any search engine. Note that the cost of freight forwarders is additional to the product cost listed here.
Answer: Capable of sealing bags up to 15-inch wide, shipped from Ohio, yes it can & it is a 110V
Answer: Largest bag for this unit is 15 inches wide, shipping is within the United States only.
Answer: 15" x 18" yes it can be shipped to Columbia check with Amazon on shipping TY sealersupply
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crazy question...wondering if I could "laminate" paper with this sealer???
Answer: I think the vacum would likely cause the paper to curl/crumple unless you put a piece of paperboard,or cardboard behind the paper.
Answer: I personally never have tried it but the web said its possible....you have to use cardboard sleeves in order for it to work.
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What is the main difference between the 2100 and 2300 models? Are they the same wattage?
Answer: If you can Google the models and find out or if I were you, contact the manufacture; Weston, directly and and call them. Don't email because it may take a long time for a reply or no answer. I looked at label on the bottom and the wattage says 935. I have the 2300. I have fish I have caught a year ago and still I can eat them. The only bad thing about this one is there is no cutter built in. I hope this helps, but still Iwould directly call the manufacture and ask them.
Answer: The color all other parts are identical Dave sealersunlimited.com
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What are the dimensions? Length, width, depth?
Answer: I mostly agree with FoodVacBags' answer. The 22 1/2" width is allowing for the on/off button and room for the cord to be attached (without pinching the cord) on the right hand side of machine. The cord detaches from this model though and has a storage place at the back of the machine for the cord when not in use, which adds one (1) inch to the depth they stated. Therefore you could potentially store this unit, when not in use, in a 19 1/2"W x 13 1/4"D x 6"H area (with the electrical cord detached & stored at the back of unit in order to keep the cord handy & out of the way during storage).
Answer: It is 19 inches wide by 13 inches win depth and at its highest point about 5 inches. it is an industrial grade vacuum sealer. i expect it to last 10 years at least, i also bought the extended warranty. something i rarely do. I love this machine, i put steaks in a bag with a marinade and then vacuum seal it. the marinade goes into the meat. The Best Indeed
Answer: This machine measures 22-1/2 wide by 12-1/4 depth by 6 inches high.
Answer: Read the specs it's in there. Fits on the counter nicely. It's heavy.
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vacuum mason jars?
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Does it seal liquids ?
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Answer: This machine is not meant to seal liquids. You do not want liquids to get into the motor in risk of it being damaged.
Answer: freeze the liquid first then seal
Answer: Not with the vacuum on. Use the manual seal feature to seal the bag without vacuum (and without the liquid getting into the sealed area & possibly degrading the seal). Then, the seal is good enough to contain liquids.
Answer: We have owned several vacuum sealers and this is the best one ever. When it comes to liquid and vacuum sealing it doesn't work unless you freeze the contents first, which I do when it comes to making sauces that I want to seal. Fill the containers, set upright in box and place in freezer overnight. Vacuum seal the next day.
Answer: You would need to freeze the liquid first. Otherwise, it would suck up all the liquid into the motor.
Answer: It doesn't vacuum liquids, you have to manually seal the bag w/o vacuuming the air out.
Answer: I don't think u can cause if u have chicken with a little juice u have to put a paper towel inside bag to stop moisture from touching the sealing bar
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Considering this for comercial for smoked brisket vacuum seal, is this fine?
Answer: Smoked Brisket is fine, just as long as you drain some of the liquids out. The machine is equipment with a tray to manage that, but I've found the seal is better with less liquid in the bag.
Answer: If not much juice to brisket, then it's okay, but allow extra length of bag so small amounts of juice don't get vacuumed into seal. If a lot of juice then freeze it first then vacuum pack in the frozen state.
Answer: As long as your brisket is refrigerated before sealing it should work fine. I sealed braised short ribs and it worked wonderfully. Found it to seal solid hard items Much better than things like cooled polenta or other soft items
Answer: Would not purchase. Consider the Vacmaster sealer. Its a much better sealer and better priced
Answer: I have had very good luck with this product. My answer is yes
Answer: yes
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Which brand is best, FoodVacBags Bags & Rolls,VacMaster Full Mesh Vacuum Rolls, Weston Embossed Channel Vacuum Bag Rolls, Vac-Fresh or Food Saver?
Answer: I use Vac-Fresh 11"X50' and 8"x50' that I buy here on Amazon. The savings over the others is substantial and they seal and last just as good. Good luck and good cooking.
Answer: I buy all our rolls from www.vacupack.com - The prices are good and the quality is excellent.
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Does it have accesory port to vacuum mason jars and marinade jars just like foodsaver?
Answer: Yes, it does. But you will need to purchase the hose and hardware separately, as they are made by another manufacturer. The "port" to plug the hose in is under the hinged lid.
Answer: No
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How this machine comparing to the "The NEW FoodSaver® GameSaver® Titanium Vacuum Sealer"? Most reviewers on foodsaver.com got the machine for free
Answer: I'd have to disagree with this answer; I've gone through 7 Food Savers in the past year. Hence why I'm looking at purchasing the Weston 2300. The price difference is worth the time I've spent dealing with poor quality, budget Food Saver machines.
Answer: I bought his machine in the summer and returned it to get a Foodsaver that was about $150 less, and it blew this Weston away. I didn't get the GameSaver you're asking about, but I can tell you that the value and quality of ANY Foodsaver model will be greater.
Answer: @rdrdinghood are you the big bad wolf that works for the Foodsaver helpdesk?
Answer: Don't have one....... I am done with food saver products !
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Does Weston make a portable chamber vacuum system ?
Answer: Thanks for asking. Weston is working on a home unit for chamber sealing. VacMaster has the VP112 which is a great smaller model for regular kitchens. We sell lots of them and customers love them!
Answer: No not a chamber.
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Im not asking how wide (15") for example on the factory edges the heated seal is approxiately 3/4" wide so how wide is the seal width?
Answer: It is about a quarter inch. We always seal it twice, one seal about the other, that way if one is not as tight or as good a seal, no smell, no leak.
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Over night shipping available?
Answer: No. The fastest it would arrive is within 1-2 days and it would be very expensive due to where it is shipped from.
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can the Weston seal mylar bags
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Answer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9dzaeC0hG0 Yes, it will seal Mylar bags.
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does it seal jars
Answer: No. It does not have an alternate vacuum port for sealing containers. It does a wonderful job sealing bags and is built to last.
Answer: It does not seal jars unless there is some sort of attachment that I am not aware of.
Answer: No. plastic bags only.
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Cuántas libras puede empacar en cada empaque y hasta qué medida máxima puede empacar
Answer: Puedo empacar hasta 1 kg
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What is the difference between the weston 65-0101 pro 2100 and the weston 65-0201 pro 2300??? just the color or what else? thank you
Answer: Simply the color and cost are the only differences. The stainless will show fingerprints a bit more than the white, but it is a very nice looking finish.
Answer: Yes, the Pro2300 is stainless steel. The Pro2100 is white. Otherwise, they function the same.
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Has the 2300 been replaced by the 2600? The 2300 is not on the Weston web site anymore.
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Can you use 5 mil bags
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Answer: I do
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can the Weston Pro-2300 be used for compressed fruit/vegetables? Is it powerful enough?
Answer: We have used this for all our sealing of food. Did a aluminum can and it squashed it, so yes it is powerful enough. You do have to wait about 30 seconds between each seal.
Answer: Yes, it's a very powerful machine. It works quickly and quietly. I am very pleased with this machine. We buy in bulk and this machine gets the job done quickly
Answer: It's the best I've used, but I use it basically for meat. I've used it for dried fruit also.
Answer: Yes- this is a commercial vac sealer
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Have this model and need replacement teflon covering for heating element, where can I buy?
Answer: FoodVacBags also carries the Teflon covering. I'd be happy to assist you in locating the listing. 800-538-1442.
Answer: If you call 1-800-814-4895 they will help you replace the parts you need or go to Weston products.com..
Answer: You can buy rolls of teflon tape here on Amazon. I think I use 3/4". Just double check me on the width of your original.
Answer: Call Weston's Customer Service.
Answer: Thom can help you at this number: 425-264-0195
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Does it seal Mylar?
Answer: I would think it would melt off the sections.
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I have to put a lot of pressure on the handle to make it start sealing and it doesn’t make the “sealing” sound when done, just a click. can i fix it?
Answer: Thank you for your question. We would recommend you inspect and perhaps replace you vacuum chamber gaskets (foam seals) as these can become compressed, damaged, or worn and cause the issue you are describing. If this is not the issue or you need any more support please feel free reach out to us via our website's contact us page as we would be more than happy to continue to help you trouble shoot your issue.
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Answer: Something is wrong. I didn't have to put a lot of pressure on it, just one finger.
Answer: Most likely need to replace the foam seal strip
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can I use foodsaver bags?
Answer: I have not tried food saver bags but I don't think they are significantly different than most other vacuum bags available here.
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1.) Will it work with canisters? 2.) Dose it have a pulse function?
Answer: Not sure about canisters? It does have the ability to control how much suction you choose.
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Does it have a bag cutter?
Answer: Good morning and great question! No, this machine does not come with a bag cutter but you can find bag cutters that are sold separately and are relatively inexpensive. Thanks, Jo
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I'm viewing this product from Australia. Can I assume that the machine in 220-240v and will come equipped with an Australian power plug?
Answer: I live and bought mine (from Amazon) in the USA and the unit came configured for 120v, 60Hz and with a power cord to suit. Even though the unit is not made in the USA, it seems it is only configured for USA household use because several questions regarding availability of 220/240v models on the Weston site have gone unanswered by the company. It's a great unit; perhaps you can find a step down transformer rated for 1.2 KVA?
Answer: I have no idea. I bought mine in America and it came with a plug that works in my 220.
Answer: I'm not sure where they're made but the customer service is in Ohio. It came with a cord that plugged in to my outlets - in Indiana, USA. You might contact Amazon about this question. You could also contact the company: http://www.westonsupply.com/Weston-Vacuum-Sealers-p/pro%20vacuum%20sealers.htm
Answer: That I'm not sure of. Because I live in the US. Mine comes with the plug that we need. Otherwise then that the machine is wonderful.
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Can you use any other 3 mil vac bags with this unit or just the ones they provide
Answer: I found that you can use any type of bag we bought some from one of our local stores and we also some from Cabelos. They all work well but the heavier they are the better they protect what you put in it.
Answer: I can't say if you can use "any" other bags, but I've used non-Weston bags and done just fine.
Answer: You can use others but we have found that the FoodSaver bags work far better than the fools we have bought. When we use up the rolls we have we will be using the FoodSaver brand. Hope this helps.
Answer: I've used non-Weston vacuum bags with no problem.
Answer: Although we've never done it, we believe that you should be able to use any other type of food sealer bags.
Answer: I occasionally use foodsaver bags and they work fine.
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Is there a difference in the silver lid, and the blue lid?
Answer: The lid is not actually blue. That model is stainless. Blue is just the protective plastic that comes on it, just peel it off when it arrives. This is by far the best one we have ever purchased.
Answer: Just the color of the housing on the machine. One is white, the other silver.
Q:
ours is not sealing like it use to. can you purchase parts for the PRO 2300?
Answer: I believe you can I would look it up online
Q:
How long will the bags preserve food without freezer burn? Has anyone had the machine long enough to know if the vacuumed seals and bags will keep foods beyond 2 months without freezer burn?
Answer: I have keep food in the freezer for at least 1 year without any problem. Unlike the zip kind of bags, which if it 2 months your lucky. Anything more than a year really not a good idea. Having a sealer machine is the best thing a family could invest in to keep te cost of food down.
Answer: We raise and sell chickens. Some are 7+ pounds. If you get a good seal on the bag we've had it for over five months now with no problems at all. We have had a few bags that the seal broke on and they were in danger of freezer burn. We revealed them, and they are fine.
Answer: Have kept fish sealed and frozen for up to 9 months so far without freezer burn.
Answer: I agree that you are fine for up to a year, so long as the seal remains intact. Anything beyond that, and meat quantity suffers for reasons other than freezer burn. I've had very few issues with the seal holding up, since it is so wide. Excellent product.
Q:
Can hot soup be sealed in the bags
Answer: No, it won't be able to do that. But what i do is to freeze portions in small containers, then pop out the frozen portions, then seal them.
Answer: No. You would need to freeze it in another container first then vacuum seal it
Answer: I doubt it, unless you used a very large bag and put a small amount of soup in the bag.
Answer: Yes, but it's best to allow it to cool first for safe handling. There's a button to stop/interrupt the suction so you don't remove liquids.
Answer: I havent tried that, I don't think it would work.
Q:
Are this bags ( http://www.amazon.com/vac-fresh-embossed-vacuum-11-inch-50-feet/dp/b0052boexg ) compatible with this machine?
Answer: This machine can seal any bag that is up to 15in wide. So yes, it should work.
Answer: Can't be 100% sure, but I think so. Size, for sure isn't a problem.
Answer: YES all day and twice on sunday ;-)
Answer: Yes
Q:
It doesn’t work how to repair
Answer: Go to Weston.com and click on "contact" where you will find their customer service tel number
Q:
I have noticed with cheaper units, it is hard to seal the bottom of a bag made from a roll, making it useless. Is this one better?
Answer: The Weston is one of the best units you can buy. I use nothing but the rolls and have had zero problems with sealing the bags. Good luck and good cooking.
Answer: I've been using my Weston with premade bags but it has a wide sealing strip and does a great job of sealing the top so I cannot imagine a circumstance where it would not properly seal the bottom.
Answer: This thing seals like a million bucks every time, I have used cheaper units, no comparison, this thing rocks.
Q:
what wston model does come with a bag cutter built in?
Answer: No bag cutter
Q:
IS THERE A MODEL WITH A BAG CUTTER?
Answer: Weston does have a vac sealer with a bag cutter, the model 1100, note it only has a 11" sealing strip not 15" as this model has.
Answer: No. This model does not come with a bag cutter.
Answer: No I do not have one with a bag cutter.
Answer: Weston does not make a vacuum sealer with bag cutter.
Q:
I read a review that said the newer model had a bag cutter. Is that true?
Answer: The model I bought last year does not.
Answer: No it doesn't.
Q:
Look at the picture. Is it a Pro-3000 or 2300? Thank you,in advance.
Answer: Thats a pro-3000, 100% sure
Answer: It is a Pro 2300 go by product description not the photograph they are identical it looks and I am sure they are using a stock photo for both
Answer: The listing/info is for the 2300. Thank you. :-)
Answer: Looks like the 2300.
Answer: 2300 is what mine is.
Answer: 2300
Product reviews of Weston Pro-2300 Commercial Grade Stainless Steel Vacuum Sealer (65-0201), Double Piston Pump, Pro-2300 (Stainless Steel)
Sandra Rodrigues : Love it
Love it. We have used it a few hours straight when processing our chickens. It never gives us troubles.
Nate Caplan : This thing really sucks... and that's a GOOD thing!
I purchased this as a replacement for a FoodSaver that continuously overheated after sealing four or five bags. That FoodSaver was the a replacement (under warranty) for another one with the same problem. I don't use the vacuum sealer often but when I do it is usually for quite a bit of product. The last time was a rib eye that I bought whole, trimmed, and cut into steaks. I had about 25 steaks and the FoodSaver overheated after sealing two or three pieces. Each time it did I had to wait 10-15 minutes minimum for it to operate again for another three or four pieces. I was left worrying about my prime grade beef out of the refrigerator/freezer while I waited for the unit to reset.
With that last exasperating experience I started looking for a better replacement and came across the Weston. The only thing holding me back was the hefty price. I returned the FoodSaver to Costco and this time asked for my money back (good old Costco returned the cash no questions asked). I took that money and put it toward the Weston making the cash bite less painful.
When I got the Weston the first thing I noticed was its weight. Much heavier than the FoodSaver and obviously built more solidly. It can also accommodate much wider bags. I caught a special on shelled walnuts and bought about 12 lbs. (we do a lot of baking). It was a good test run for the new sealer. It's performance? Flawless! It vacuums the bags quickly, seals the edge and then the sealer releases automatically. To save money on bag material I tried shortening the reccommended length and I found that if I support the bag while it vacuums and seals I don't need to leave as much excess in the sealer. It may not seem like a lot but saving a bit per bag adds up in the end. You can also save material by sealing the bottom of the bag very close to the edge, something you cannot do with the FoodSaver unit. The quality of the vacuum is better with the Weston as it vacuumed the walnut packages into hard little bricks and much tighter than the FoodSaver vacuum.
A lot of the comments seem to be from people that got tired of the FoodSaver glitches. I don't think these two are even in the same league! If you just seal a bag or two occasionally the FoodSaver should do fine but if you seal a lot of bags then the Weston is well worth the price in saved time and aggravation.
Please note: I would have rated this higher but the price IS daunting so I held back but the unit works great!
GalacticForce : Worth the investment
Purchased back in 2009 and still going strong in 2020 and never had an issue. I've used it many multiple times over the yrs on Meats, fruits, cheese, rice and spices etc. Vac. sealed about a dozen Okra's for my aunt and sent them in the mail. Arrived 3-4 days later an was just as fresh. i'll get a cheap one to do cans and liquids as i didn't get any liquids in Weston.
Hint. Ensure you warm up the sealer before you try an seal anything.
MANU MATHEW : Piece of garbage
its not vacuuming at all
MANU MATHEW : Piece of garbage
its not vacuuming at all
Sue k . : EASY TO USE, EFFICIENT
LOVE IT, LOVE IT, SO EASY TO USE, DOES AND EXCELLENT JOB AND DID I SAY EASY TO USE?
Kiki Del : Worth every penny
I process a lot of wild game and fish each year, I have owned three other vacuum packers all worked when new fairly well, but do not last any amount of time. This machine is great, I have tested it on fish and meat, and it is excellent. Plenty of suction, and most importantly seals really well. I do not know how ling it will last, but the sealing strip is easily replaceable, so I really do not see any long term issues. It is already better than any Vacuum packer I have owned. I wish I had just spent the extra money on this unit instead of being dissapointed over and over with other products that cost less.
Amazon Customer : Back to Foodsaver
I have owned several of the competing Foodsaver products over the past 20+ years and have been reasonably happy with their performance, but I would consider them more of a "disposable" appliance with a limited life. I was excited to try this Weston after reading a number of strong reviews. On the plus side, it is built like a tank and is very easy to use. The negative is a deal breaker for me, in that it is below average at completing the 1 task for which it was created. My past Foodsaver products left a little more air than I prefer, but still little enough that I can pull fish out of the freezer after 3+ years and it tastes as good as it did when 1st caught. I would estimate that the Weston leaves 3-5 times the amount of air in the bag as did any of the Foodsavers. I tried Weston bags, Foodsaver bags, reworking the foam seal, wetting the foam seal, and nothing improved on the amount of air remaining in the bag. I was truly hoping that I had found the last sealer I would ever need, but will be buying another Foodsaver product for the next round.
KMusarra : THIS THING REALLY SUCKS! The Real Deal. There's no substitute for commercial quality.
Having experience with the much lower cost consumer products, I had no idea what a real vacuum pump could do. All I can say is wow. As soon as I unboxed the unit and took the protective tape of the ss finish (don't take the sealing strips off even though they look like they should be removed as packaging) I plugged it in, grabbed an old roll of 11 in wide and made a seal. It wasn't a roll sold or made by Weston - that's arriving later today - but it sealed perfectly. Then I decided to run a quick test of the unit by sealing some popcorn kernels. Man, oh man, that vacuum pulled the plastic so tight so quickly around those kernels I was impressed. The seal was quite fast too. The main reason I bought this unit is the duty cycle expectation being a commercial unit. also, I believe I can by replacement parts should anything need updating. Also, The overall speed is terrific. Waiting 20 sec between sealing is no big deal and is quite fast compared to other units out there. Short of a chamber this is about as good as it gets.
The pluses are:
Obvious heavy duty feel and commercial quality
Serious Vacuum!
Commercial Duty Cycle
Rapid and efficient suction
Rapid 1/4 seal with 20 sec wait between seals
Super simple operation
Looks good
Downside:
It's not $59.00 ;)
It has no nipple or port for hose attachment
No drip tray to catch liquid seepage
If you are serious about vacuum sealing, you just need to save your pennies and buy yourself one. Don't be fooled by the two year warranty vs the cheapo units and their 5 yr warranty. This is a commercial duty unit. Some deli's use these things a hundred times per day, every day. Unless you do something really dumb, this thing is going to serve you a very long time.
Lorianne Hanabusa : Great value, well made heavy duty vacuum sealer
This is exactly what I needed. Strong suction power, the seal is perfect. So far no problems and I am very happy with my purchase this sealer is very well made and worth the price
Justhonest5 : Pretty general idea
Recently got this product and be using it nonstop, have already like 70 bags of food packages.
I see a lot of reviews on the strip burning, but we'll see when that happened, some suction issues. Some of it can be related to the holes being covered up. Bringing the suction time to like 3 min and having to press seal.
I did get the ugly rattle noise after like 20 uses but that turned out to be the back racket where the cord was(tighten it up). You don't need need to press down so hard when starting the suction,just close the lid and press down a bit or not at all.(your preference)
Working non stop with this machine is easy, after each seal you can just pop another one in and seal again with just 20-45 second depending on how much is put in.
I might have to order like an extra fuse, some more stripes and seals.
If the machine just stops working I'll make sure to edit my review.
David A. Hamel : Nice Unit
Just finished processing 2 hogs (about 400 lbs of meat) with this unit. Used three different bag sizes. Works quickly and reliably and seals much better than the Cabelas 15" sealer I was using. Fast cycling makes this a good high volume sealer. Fit and finish is excellent. Easy to use.
Bill Bennett : sometimes we didn't realize the seal was no good until it had been in the freezer awhile
We've been vacuum sealing meats and vegetables for decades with a Seal-o-meal unit. It was OK, other than we'd have to seal at least 2x to get a leak proof seal, sometimes we didn't realize the seal was no good until it had been in the freezer awhile. Pretty much hit and miss.
Recently we bought a Weston meat grinder, with an awesome sausage stuffing spiral - makes GREAT hot dogs, sausages, everything!
Decided to replace the old Seal-oops-meal with this Weston Pro-2300. I got what we wanted, it's currently being used for packaging pulled and chopped pork, here's what the kids say.
a. It is FAST. 10-15 seconds from hitting the start button, it's completely DONE.
b. The WIDE seal has been flawless. One time sealing, and it's DONE. The sealing strip on the bag is almost 1/4" wide.... that ain't gonna leak!
c. Stainless Steel looks good, like a professional appliance, it's easy to keep clean.
d. Quiet, yes, it doesn't sound like it's struggling to pull a vacuum, we're talking a fast, quiet vacuum pump - it took a little practice, after squeezing and massaging bags to get as much air out as possible (seal-o-meal), this thing quickly and quietly pulls it out, sometimes in less than 5 seconds.
e. The clear TOP to the vacuum chamber is a really nice PLUS. It's very thick, and being clear you can see if liquids are being sucked into this overflow tray. It's also nice to see "how much bag" is actually inserted into the unit.
f. Heavy duty and rubber feet that stays PUT as you fumble around with bags. The seal-o-meal would slip and slide all over the place, while we were trying to get the darn edge of the bag inserted and the cover down.
g. here's a Pro and Con... It'll do a big, wide bag like nothing else. It'll take up counter space - yep, we're using it 2x a week for the pork processing, veggies... we still can't find a good place to store it, it's both good & bad, heavy duty, commercial unit, and big.
If you're considering this unit, or another brand - consider that clear top, fast vacuum pump & wide seal on the bags. This isn't a kitchen appliance "toy". Would I buy it again? Well... my daughter is getting married (finally), gonna buy a house and put in a garden. We struggled with the seal-o-meal for 3 decades, and it was over $285, probably 10x that in rolls of bags. What a waste. One of these, with the smallest and medium size bags will be less expensive. Oh, get the pre-made bags, in bulk, you won't regret it - it'll do the roll bags too, just more work and costs more.
Sam Abood : Not worth the money
The suction power is not working properly and leaves air in the bag. The manual function does not operate at all? Disappointing to buy what is supposed to be the very best on the market and not have it work. I am going through the warranty process with the company right now, but it is also fishing season here, and by the time they fix it I will have to purchase another sealer. Bummer. Disappointed!!!
ontario JJ : READ THIS BEFORE PURCHASING!!!
This is my most expensive Amazon purchase and the worst. After less, than a year with very little uses, the heating elements burnt up and failed to seal anything. After contacting Weston's customer service, who insured me that it was all my fault, they sent me a new metal heating strip. I was so frustrated with the fact that I spent over $350.00 on a piece of junk that the company wasn't guaranteeing, that I put it away and didn't even want to look at it let alone try to get it working (not my job). Here seven months later, I needed to use it and replaced all the burnt parts with the ones that were sent to me and with the first try, the newly installed heating element burnt and fried. Waiting to hear from Weston with the new set of pictures and requesting some form of help by either a repair, replacement or refund. I will keep you potential customers informed as to what the company will do. I can tell you that working with this company has been awful experience
"territoad" : Poor Quality High Price
The unit was awesome when we first purchased this Jan 2020. We have a small Pasture Raised Meat Chicken business that we seal cut up chicken parts on a small scale, most of our sales are whole birds which we shrink wrap. I estimate we sealed 450 times per 75 birds maybe 5-6 times last year. We used the recommended package material and I was also weighing product and writing labels so there was plenty of time between seals. This month I changed the copper looking tape over the heat strip because it was wrinkled. We started our first batch for parts a 2 weeks ago and early in the process I heard a soft pop sound. Then the heat strip stopped working. We thought it might be the fuse so we changed that, but in reality the vacuum was still working so it wasn't the fuse. We ended up using our old GameSaver from Walmart to finish the job. We were 6 days outside of the 1 year warranty! So I called, no one is in the call center due to Covid. So I sent an email. I received a quick response but was told the heat strip is not a warranty item. They were kind enough to send a link to the part I needed to order, but its out of stock. Very disappointed, we spent over $400.00 on the Weston PRO 2300 COMMERCIAL GRADE vacuum sealer.
NWRIDER : I love this machine!
Our family hunts and have been using FoodSavers for years on deer and elk. I didn't realize how lousy the FoodSavers were until I got this unit. It is instantly on, provides a wide seal and works with all kinds of bags. Some bags are better than others. I have had really good results with the Simple Housewares bags (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071WDD7KS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1).
We have been using the sealer on a regular basis for 9 months and my son will be getting one for himself soon.
AdrianTouchstone : Was expecting more bang for the buck!
This is a monster of a vacuum sealer when it comes to durability and longevity. I underrated this product because I don't want other buyers to think there is no skill or personal touch needed in operating this sealer. For things like rice or beans, that can not trap air and keep it from being vacuumed out, the sealer works great with no need for manipulation. However, if you're planning on sealing steaks, especially thick cuts, you need to make trial runs to get a feel for the sealer. What I mean by this is that the size of the bag and the position of the meat both have an effect on how well the package is going to come out devoid of all air. I noticed that I had better luck holding the sides of the bag out, resisting the vaccum, to get the best results. I don't have any problems with the unit but I just thought I would be able to put my product in a bag and push a button and be done. The sealing element works well with this unit and overall I'm satisfied because I don't know any better could be the reason.
GalacticForce : Worth the investment
Purchased back in 2009 and still going strong in 2020 and never had an issue. I've used it many multiple times over the yrs on Meats, fruits, cheese, rice and spices etc. Vac. sealed about a dozen Okra's for my aunt and sent them in the mail. Arrived 3-4 days later an was just as fresh. i'll get a cheap one to do cans and liquids as i didn't get any liquids in Weston.
Hint. Ensure you warm up the sealer before you try an seal anything.
Loposr : Good but not so much... Should have bought Vacmaster pro
Its quite new, I didnt use a lot and the seal strip is getting damaged
L. Fishburne : Very Good Vacuum Sealer
I really like this vacuum sealer and it is very tough. However, since fresh meat can be very bloody I wish there was a "moist" setting. I gave this sealer a four star because liquid can get under the tape and rust the metal sealing strip. Other than that, it is a workhorse!
Veronica : This sucks in a good way!!!
The suction is awesome I got the Weston Pro-2300 Commercial Grade Stainless Steel Vacuum Sealer (65-0201), Double Piston Pump to seal fresh vegetables after blanching them and it works great. I have only had it for two weeks but I am already impressed with its power. The only disappointment is that it does not come with any bags. However, I did some research and found that food saver bags work well with the unit. Although the unit is a little pricey so far it is well worth the money. After, returning another brand, it stop working (kept losing suction) the day I received it, that was less expensive I am happy to have something that works and works well.
Bill Bennett : sometimes we didn't realize the seal was no good until it had been in the freezer awhile
We've been vacuum sealing meats and vegetables for decades with a Seal-o-meal unit. It was OK, other than we'd have to seal at least 2x to get a leak proof seal, sometimes we didn't realize the seal was no good until it had been in the freezer awhile. Pretty much hit and miss.
Recently we bought a Weston meat grinder, with an awesome sausage stuffing spiral - makes GREAT hot dogs, sausages, everything!
Decided to replace the old Seal-oops-meal with this Weston Pro-2300. I got what we wanted, it's currently being used for packaging pulled and chopped pork, here's what the kids say.
a. It is FAST. 10-15 seconds from hitting the start button, it's completely DONE.
b. The WIDE seal has been flawless. One time sealing, and it's DONE. The sealing strip on the bag is almost 1/4" wide.... that ain't gonna leak!
c. Stainless Steel looks good, like a professional appliance, it's easy to keep clean.
d. Quiet, yes, it doesn't sound like it's struggling to pull a vacuum, we're talking a fast, quiet vacuum pump - it took a little practice, after squeezing and massaging bags to get as much air out as possible (seal-o-meal), this thing quickly and quietly pulls it out, sometimes in less than 5 seconds.
e. The clear TOP to the vacuum chamber is a really nice PLUS. It's very thick, and being clear you can see if liquids are being sucked into this overflow tray. It's also nice to see "how much bag" is actually inserted into the unit.
f. Heavy duty and rubber feet that stays PUT as you fumble around with bags. The seal-o-meal would slip and slide all over the place, while we were trying to get the darn edge of the bag inserted and the cover down.
g. here's a Pro and Con... It'll do a big, wide bag like nothing else. It'll take up counter space - yep, we're using it 2x a week for the pork processing, veggies... we still can't find a good place to store it, it's both good & bad, heavy duty, commercial unit, and big.
If you're considering this unit, or another brand - consider that clear top, fast vacuum pump & wide seal on the bags. This isn't a kitchen appliance "toy". Would I buy it again? Well... my daughter is getting married (finally), gonna buy a house and put in a garden. We struggled with the seal-o-meal for 3 decades, and it was over $285, probably 10x that in rolls of bags. What a waste. One of these, with the smallest and medium size bags will be less expensive. Oh, get the pre-made bags, in bulk, you won't regret it - it'll do the roll bags too, just more work and costs more.
David A. Hamel : Nice Unit
Just finished processing 2 hogs (about 400 lbs of meat) with this unit. Used three different bag sizes. Works quickly and reliably and seals much better than the Cabelas 15" sealer I was using. Fast cycling makes this a good high volume sealer. Fit and finish is excellent. Easy to use.
leann Polesky : 3 Sec Not enough
Don't waist your Money! This Product will only suck air out for 3 seconds. Called Customer ( what a joke)
They cover there A@#. " You can Sent it in, at your cost. If the product is up to there standers, then your SOL".
This product is worse then the one you can buy at Walmart. The one from Walmart you spend less for the same amount of vacuum pack. Bottom Line... Need a product that removes the air from packaging. Not a 3 seconds. TImes up product!!
Rachael DeRossi : Died after 2 uses + Can't get ahold of company for warranty
The machine worked just fine the first 2 times I used it, then when I tried vacuum sealing some zucchini it was toast. The sealer was only partially working and vaccuum was non-existent. Both my husband and I reached out to Amazon Prime support and they couldn't do anything about it so they gave us the contact information to the "company" that I am not sure actually exists. The phone number didn't work and I received a return email from the one provided saying they don't even sell this product.....
Leisa : Solid machine from a solid brand--WESTON
After killing my last FoodSaver (my fault, not the FoodSaver's), I elected to buy this model. Why? I had a FoodSaver Pro, and like every other FoodSaver, the rubber gaskets get 'hinky', and there has been no easy way to replace them. My gaskets were 'hinky' before I killed it with too juicy of contents that got sucked into the entire thing. I knew better. The unit died an ignominious death at my hadn. But I have not seen another FoodSaver that looked as solid as my last (despite hinky seal gaskets). As I had recently purchased a Weston #22 grinder (it is a workhorse!), and I was very happy with that quality, I elected to get this brand as my vacuum replacement.
I snagged a warehouse deal (on Amazon) on this model due to outer box issues. The product was perfect. Here is my assessment:
~ Solid quality
~ Large footprint (I have plenty of space)
~ Quiet
~ replacement heat strip with unit
~ gaskets can be replaced
~ See-through top is easy to lift, sits up solidly, and it is easy to see through. VERY STRONG points over other units and FAR better than my last unit.
~Better sweet spot on the chamber because the chamber is wider. (PLUS YOU CAN SEE THROUGH THE LID). (Yes, this is a very positive feature!)
~ Wide, solid seal.
Now to address a few negatives I have seen and offer some tips:
~ no built in bag roll. This is convenient, to be sure! BUT, my cutter had failed after some time. And, my generic bags were folded not on a roll, so that did not do me any good.
~ Tip: An Olfa rolling cutter and a straight edge on a cutting board make quick work of bag making. OR, you can use a letter opener where the razor is nested on the inside. Simply fold the bag over and run the letter opener along the crease. OR you can cut a jagged edge with scissors AND IT WON'T MATTER. Why? Because you can EASILY see through the top--taking all the guesswork about where the edge is. You can see it.
~ Cannot use FoodSaver bags....I purchased the mesh bags from VacMaster (which are great) because I was afraid my generic bags that I used with my FoodSaver would not work given the comments here. My generic bags (which have a mesh chamber in the middle and are smooth on either side of that and smooth on the opposite side) worked perfectly. Further, I had a FoodSaver brand bag and I tested it. It worked perfectly. I'm unclear where the problem lies but I did not experience it with any of my bags.
~ have no empirical evidence on bag failure, but I will update my review. The seal was wide and true, so any bag failure is going to be with the bag and not the unit.
I have no negatives that I've experienced--but I will update my review.
Arcadia : Had to Settle for It's Baby Sister!
Great Machine! But, we had to return! Now don't leave just yet. We loved it, 15" sealing width, strength of seal, quality of build, power,etc. The only thing we didn't realize is that although it has a vacuum port, it is NOT made to vacuum seal containers, marinators or mason jars. We dehydrate large amounts of our garden production and make pounds of jerky so this ability was a necessity. MY Fault for not doing more research and perhaps Weston should make note of this in their description of this wonderful sealer.
We wound up ordering their Pro 1100, which has the 11" sealing bar (like most other vac sealers (FoodSaver etc)), as it has the external port for sealing containers and mason jars as well as a roll storage and cutting bar. It is also 4" or so narrower. As we don't process large wild game, we had to decide on which options were more important to us. The Weston Pro 1100 won that decision. Either machine will be a significant addition to any kitchen.
Lorianne Hanabusa : Great value, well made heavy duty vacuum sealer
This is exactly what I needed. Strong suction power, the seal is perfect. So far no problems and I am very happy with my purchase this sealer is very well made and worth the price
Amazon Customer : not satisfied
The product that they sent seemed to be a rebuilt on heat sealer and vacuum didn't do the job intended. I paid for a new sealer and received a used or rebuilt one.
L. Fishburne : Very Good Vacuum Sealer
I really like this vacuum sealer and it is very tough. However, since fresh meat can be very bloody I wish there was a "moist" setting. I gave this sealer a four star because liquid can get under the tape and rust the metal sealing strip. Other than that, it is a workhorse!
wafuradio : Great Product!
I bought this sealer so that I could do a better job of saving leftovers for reheating and storing items that I buy in bulk. Though a little expensive, i believe it is well worth it. It is an extremely well made, sturdy and solid product.
Some things I found... (I used Weston bags)
1. Beans, rice, and cheese seal great on the auto seal setting. Also have done partially used onions, ginger and spices.
2. Pasta sealed better when I chose to manually seal it - the auto seal sucked too much air.
3. Liquids are tricky.. Can't really get the air out for obvious reasons... But I was able by using a slightly larger bag and the manually sealing to store meatballs and sauce.
4. Use a piece of paper towel inside at the top of the bag to seal juicy or marinated meats.
This is a great sealer and I would recommend this for purchase.
KMusarra : THIS THING REALLY SUCKS! The Real Deal. There's no substitute for commercial quality.
Having experience with the much lower cost consumer products, I had no idea what a real vacuum pump could do. All I can say is wow. As soon as I unboxed the unit and took the protective tape of the ss finish (don't take the sealing strips off even though they look like they should be removed as packaging) I plugged it in, grabbed an old roll of 11 in wide and made a seal. It wasn't a roll sold or made by Weston - that's arriving later today - but it sealed perfectly. Then I decided to run a quick test of the unit by sealing some popcorn kernels. Man, oh man, that vacuum pulled the plastic so tight so quickly around those kernels I was impressed. The seal was quite fast too. The main reason I bought this unit is the duty cycle expectation being a commercial unit. also, I believe I can by replacement parts should anything need updating. Also, The overall speed is terrific. Waiting 20 sec between sealing is no big deal and is quite fast compared to other units out there. Short of a chamber this is about as good as it gets.
The pluses are:
Obvious heavy duty feel and commercial quality
Serious Vacuum!
Commercial Duty Cycle
Rapid and efficient suction
Rapid 1/4 seal with 20 sec wait between seals
Super simple operation
Looks good
Downside:
It's not $59.00 ;)
It has no nipple or port for hose attachment
No drip tray to catch liquid seepage
If you are serious about vacuum sealing, you just need to save your pennies and buy yourself one. Don't be fooled by the two year warranty vs the cheapo units and their 5 yr warranty. This is a commercial duty unit. Some deli's use these things a hundred times per day, every day. Unless you do something really dumb, this thing is going to serve you a very long time.
Portland Customer : Weston Pro vs. FoodSaver Premium
I own a raw pet food business and purchased the FoodSaver Premium in order to process my products. It was a hunk of junk. The mechanism jammed, the processing was very slow, and I couldn't get it to turn on and work reliably. It was lightweight and flimsy. The bag compartment was kind of a waste of time if you have large volumes to process. If you only did it every now and then it might be reasonable but it seems like it took forever to get a bag out and the sealing process takes a while if you are impatient like I am. I got fed up and return to the FoodSaver and purchased this Weston model. It was like night and day. The Weston model is heavy and sturdy. It seals quickly and does the job every time. This machine is light years better than the FoodSaver. I did my homework before buying the food saver and watched reviews on YouTube that compared the two. They're not even in the same league. Zero issues or complaints. I love this machine!
Keith Steele : No vacuum suction
I bought this a year ago never had a chance to use it.
I have used it and it doesn’t vacuum very good. My friend has the same one and it works great tight vacuum seals perfect.
How can i make my vacuum sealer work better for me?
Thank you
Keith
Lamb : Big, noisy and a beast
So far so good. Not using for food but other stuff for long term storage. Time will tell if it’s a good value. Keeping fingers crossed for a long life span
Amazon Customer : We primarily package meat, pork and deer
I bought a Pro 2300 in 2017 after using much cheaper models, have not been happy with the machine at all. Very poor vacuum and will not seal except manually. I have had machines that were one fourth the price that would vacuum so tight you could barely move the meat inside the pack. Not sure why such poor performance.
Law for will : Vacuum suction
The suction is not accurate. You have to apply pressure when sealing or it will suction properly....it can be very annoying....
Jen from Alabama : Disappointing! 6 mos after purchase, it died. Don’t buy!
Great when it works. Had ours less than 6 months and it no longer vacuum seals. Fan works, but nothing else. Contacted Westin, said it’s normal wear. Said we must buy repair parts! Paid a lot. It’s under warranty. I expected better service than that! DO NOT BUY! Disappointed!
Arcadia : Had to Settle for It's Baby Sister!
Great Machine! But, we had to return! Now don't leave just yet. We loved it, 15" sealing width, strength of seal, quality of build, power,etc. The only thing we didn't realize is that although it has a vacuum port, it is NOT made to vacuum seal containers, marinators or mason jars. We dehydrate large amounts of our garden production and make pounds of jerky so this ability was a necessity. MY Fault for not doing more research and perhaps Weston should make note of this in their description of this wonderful sealer.
We wound up ordering their Pro 1100, which has the 11" sealing bar (like most other vac sealers (FoodSaver etc)), as it has the external port for sealing containers and mason jars as well as a roll storage and cutting bar. It is also 4" or so narrower. As we don't process large wild game, we had to decide on which options were more important to us. The Weston Pro 1100 won that decision. Either machine will be a significant addition to any kitchen.
T222T222 : I would not buy it a second time. However I'm not totally unhappy with it.
First off, its big, and its heavy. It seems like a solid machine. IF you need to seal jumbo 2.5 gallon bags for long term food storage or large sous vide meals then this machine is on a short list of vacuum sealers. My first impressions were:
1. If I couldnt find pre cut bags to exactly fit what I needed to seal, this machine would require me pulling out my old foodsaver bag cutter or I'd need to buy something seperate to cut bags.
2. 30% of the time I have to continue holding the vacuum sealer closed for 30 to 40 seconds or it wont suck a reasonable amount of air out.
In short my 1st impressions were underwhelmed. If I could have traded this machine for a foodsaver that had a wider sealing strip I would have done it in a heartbeat. Still it does fit extra large bags and thats what I wanted so there wasnt much buyers regret.....
Until I had a problem. About 30 bags into my vacuum sealer ownership, the sealer stopped auto sealing the bags. Basically you stick a bag in the sealing section, close the sealer and hit start. Once all the air is sucked out, it seals the bag automatically, goes into cool down mode and releases any residual suction. You wait a minute or 2 for the seal strip to cool down and begin again.
It stopped doing this after about 30 bags. It just kept sucking and sucking and sucking. I waited 1 minute the first time, then I hit manual seal and tried another bag. I waited 3 minutes that time before I hit manual seal. I tried one last time and had it suck air for 5 full minutes before I gave up and hit manual seal. All 3 of those bags were leak free. So basically after 30 bags my crazy overpriced vacuum sealers stopped doing 1 of the 3 things its supposed to do (being autosealing).
I contacted the company. You are unable to do so via phone. I emailed them 3 times, with 5 days between each email. I stopped attempting to get ahold of them a month ago. They never responded. At this point I'm certain they never will.
My vacuum sealer still works. I can put extra large precut bags in it. The machine will suck the air out, and when I think all the air has been removed I can hit a button and it will seal the bag. It still does those things, but it only took 30 bags for it to begin breaking down. I do not have high hopes for its longevity and I have zero confidence in the company that created it.
It only gets 3 stars, its an OK product. But your better off with a foodsaver if you dont need to seal giant bags.
Amazon Customer : Product did not work right out of the box.
I received this Westin Vacuum sealer after 2 day shipping. I turned it on, cut a 15" bag to the length I needed and place one end in to be sealed manually as per the instruction booklet. To my surprise, when I pressed manual to seal the bag at one end nothing happened. The manual seal was non functional. Strangely, the start button worked for vacuuming; however, that did me no good since the bag was open on both ends. Poor product quality control. Now I am stuck with allot of food needing to be vacuum sealed immediately for a trip and no sealer.
rick : Great Product
Great food sealing machine ... saves money, space and keeps everything fresh longer. Use for hours no problems
Amazon Customer : We primarily package meat, pork and deer
I bought a Pro 2300 in 2017 after using much cheaper models, have not been happy with the machine at all. Very poor vacuum and will not seal except manually. I have had machines that were one fourth the price that would vacuum so tight you could barely move the meat inside the pack. Not sure why such poor performance.
Musicman44mag : Works very well. Update 11/22/20
11/22/20. Ok, I have had this unit for awhile and can now add to my review. This unit has gone through 250 bags and is still running strong. I would suggest getting the repair kit that has the replacement sealer strips in it. After about 150 bags, the bottom one started to wrinkle. I would take it while it was hot, lift it up and pull it tight with my left hand and re seat it with my right hand. It will go about 10 bags or so and then wrinkle again. If you place the bag over the wrinkle it might not seal in that spot. I have a kit. Next month when I vacuum pack I am going to replace the strip so I don't have to monitor it or readjust it while packing meat. The upper strip looks new and has no problems at all. Oh by the way. I buy only Weston bags and I get the ones that are not smooth on both sides. I find the bags seal better if I put the checkered side down on the strip.
I read the manual and waited the 20 sec minimum in-between each sealing. Out of 50 bags I had one not seal. I use one gallon bags. Sometimes I can cut the bag in half and get two bags out of it. This unit does a great job of sucking the air out of the package. We did meat and slightly dried it off with a paper towel but there was some blood on it but not enough to get up to the seal. Spaghetti and Indian butter chicken I froze in regular plastic food bags that were not freezer and then the next day I took the frozen food out and used this sealer on it. Worked great. So much better than my prior 125 dollar seal a meal. P.S. If you vacuum pork chops with the bone you might want to double vac pac it. We had a couple that the machine drew down the air so well that the bone actually poked through the bag while we were shuffling meat around in the freezer.
Amy Lyn : Wish I bought this sooner
Wish I bought this sooner! Suction works great. I use it for my dog food business and it works great for moist foods tho the dryer the food your trying to vacuum seal the tighter seal you’ll get. Upgraded from the FoodSaver and the difference is night and day.
Master : Disappointed!!!!!
If I could give negative stars for the suction power , I would certainly do that !!!! ZERO suction power . I tried vaccum sealing everything from meat to dry fruits it would just seal . Why should I spent $$$ to just get a sealer !!!!
Lorianne Hanabusa : Great value, well made heavy duty vacuum sealer
This is exactly what I needed. Strong suction power, the seal is perfect. So far no problems and I am very happy with my purchase this sealer is very well made and worth the price
Highcountrybulls : Packaged a whole moose and caribou this week and it ...
Packaged a whole moose and caribou this week and it performed flawlessly. I do wish you could vacuum partially then hold the vacuum to allow time to adjust the contents of the package and get more air out before final vacuuming and sealing.
Amy Lyn : Wish I bought this sooner
Wish I bought this sooner! Suction works great. I use it for my dog food business and it works great for moist foods tho the dryer the food your trying to vacuum seal the tighter seal you’ll get. Upgraded from the FoodSaver and the difference is night and day.
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