Vacuum Sealer Machine by Entrige, Automatic Food Sealer for Food Savers w /Starter Kit, Dry Moist Food Modes, Easy to Clean, Led Indicator Lights, Compact Design, Silver(Stainless Steel) review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
Brand
Entrige
Material
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Color
Silver(Stainless Steel)
Item Dimensions LxWxH
14.6 x 5.5 x 3.2 inches
Item Weight
3.1 Pounds
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Vesatility & Convenience in The Kitchen: When food is protected from air and freezer burn, everyday meal planning is easier—double the recipe of your favorite dishes then store the extra portions for a quick and nutritious meal on busy weeknights, and cooking and meal preparation will become easier, more economical and faster.
Separated Design: You can take off the upper lid to clean the sealer machine easily & safely. Compact size and lightweight design are easy to store and move around. Fits up to 12'' width Entrige or other brand vacuum sealer bags and rolls.
2 Sealing Modes: Useful and practical, Entrige vacuum sealer machine is cleverly designed owning two selectable modes to provide your food with the best possible preservation based on the type of food you want to seal. You can choose the dry indication for solid food items and the moist indication for poached, simmered or steamed food.
Easy to Operate: Entrige sealer machine designed with fully automatic vacuum sealing operation, All stainless steel panel, LED indicator lights, electric plug in and the control center placed on the top panel provides a user-friendly experience for its operator.
Lab Tested: Entrige vacuum sealer's raw materials have passed EU RoHS and REACH dual testing, and have ETL certification, ISO certificate, CE, quality inspection report and other certifications.
From the manufacturer
Entrige Vacuum Sealer
Keep Food Fresh 5X Longer
Entrige’s Vacuum Sealer preserves freshness on your food as it vacuum sealer eliminates part of the air (oxygen) in the packaging container, which can effectively prevent food spoilage and deterioration.
Fridge and Freezer Space Saver
It also creates an extra space in your fridge with the airtight bag packaging. Now you can safeguard your food from spoilage and save a substantial amount of money when buying food in bulk by properly storing it.
Seals ‘Dry’ and ‘Moist’ Food
Useful and Practical Moist/Dry food settings for optimal sealing. Using its one touch operation simply select whether you're sealing a dry or with moisture food.
Meal Prep Made Easy
Marinade ingredients together to create savory ready-to-cook meals, or portion out cooked foods to help better balance your healthy eating habits.
Cooking and meal preparation will become easier, more economical and faster.
Effectively Increase Food Shelf Life
Entrige Vacuum Sealer sucks the air out and has heat sealer to seal the durable airtight bag that preserves the aroma, freshness, taste and shelf-life of cookies, fish, fruits, meat, vegetables or other food items for later consumption.
Easy To Operate
Designed with fully automatic vacuum sealing operation, Touch-sensitive buttons, All stainless steel panel, LED indicator lights, electric plug in and the control center placed on the top panel provides a user-friendly experience for its operator.
Separated Design
You can take off the upper lid to clean the vacuum chamber and gaskets easily & safely.
Stainless Steel Panel
To ensure your food is clean and hygienic you must clean it periodically, It is recommended that you clean your vacuum sealer after use. With proper care, it will provide you a long time of service.
Re-Usable & Waterproof Air-Sealing Bags
The re-usable and waterproof bag of Entrige preserves the freshness, aroma, taste and color of the products. It is made of safe and durable material which extends the shelf life of your food.
product description
Color:Silver(Stainless Steel)
How Vacuum Preserves Your Food
Vacuum fresh food exhaust part of the air (oxygen) in the packaging container, which can effectively prevent food spoilage and deterioration, thereby protecting food.
Storage And Organization
Why have big lumps of uneven frozen blocks or half-full food containers that take up a lot of freezer space, when you can neatly stack airtight bags on top of each other?
Ideal for Dieting Or Baby Food
Prepare your meals, seal them and freeze them. Ideal for baby food preparation too, especially for working parents with limited time.
Easy To Clean
Lightweight and compact, this vacuum sealing system can be placed on any counter top. Its all stainless steel panel resistant housing will not absorb accidental spills, Using the cleaning cloth included in our starter kit and it is easy to wipe it clean.
Entrige Vacuum Sealing System with Starter Bags & Rolls is a great solution to keep food fresh longer. Vacuum sealing with Entrige keeps food fresh up to 5x longer compared to ordinary storage methods. With simple operation and reliable sealing, plus the separated design to make cleaning fast and easy, this appliance is an ideal solution for long-term freezer preservation.
Technical Specs:
* Product number: E2902-MS * Rated voltage: 110-120V AC * Rated frequency: 50~60 Hzv * Rated power: 110 W * Sealing time: 6 ~10 seconds * VAC/sealing time: 10~20 seconds * Vacuum/Suction Strength: 12L/min * Vacuum Power: -0.8 bar * Construction Material: Engineered ABS * Power Cord Length: 3.3 feet * Dimension: 14.6x 5.5 x 3.2 inch * N.W: 3.1lb
FULLY STARTER KITS:
* 1 x Air suction hose, * 5 x Heat-seal bags (7.8"*11.8"), * 1 x roll (7.8"*78"), * 1 x User Manual, * 1 x Vacuum Sealer;
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Questions about Vacuum Sealer Machine by Entrige, Automatic Food Sealer for Food Savers w /Starter Kit, Dry Moist Food Modes, Easy to Clean, Led Indicator Lights, Compact Design, Silver(Stainless Steel)
Q:
This item can vacuum soup based food?
Answer: I use food prep containers like these https://smile.amazon.com/Freshware-Containers-Compartment-Stackable-Dishwasher/dp/B073TRVFZS/ref=sr_1_5 to first freeze what I want to store. When frozen, I remove the item from the container and then vacuum seal the frozen food. As these fit in the sealer bags, sometimes I freeze container too. Just the bottom part, not with the lid. No mess..if you're quick. LOL
Answer: A really handy way to vacuum seal soupy stuff is put it in a low wide container not bigger than sealer bags. Freeze, pop out, put the frozen chunk of frozen liquid into the vacuum bag and seal. No mess, works like a charm! Cheers!
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Vacuum no longer sucks air on any setting any assistance with this issue would be appreciated
Answer: It is a little particular about where you put the mouth of the bag, especially if you are using a roll and the plastic has a curvature. The mouth needs to stay in the center of the vacuum chamber AFTER you close the lid. Sometimes it takes a second or third try.
Answer: Mine has done the same thing. I used once a few months back, today I went to use and it won't suck any air out. Disappointed in this product.
Answer: Same thing here. Worked fine the first day using it, second time out of the box it would vac half the air out if you were lucky, then seal the bag. Their customer service has been HORRIBLE to deal with.
Answer: If it were me, I would contact customer service. I have only used mine in a test and had no problems.
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How do you return this machine? i've had for about a month and 1/2. used it 4 times. it died today. not worth the cost for 4 bag seals .
Answer: You can complain to Amazon if you want, but it is a no name bare bones ultra budget product with zero support. These are the kinds of things you buy for a quick fix and don't even bother crying about when they only work half a dozen times before hitting the garbage bin.
Answer: I wish i knew how also. I am dissatisfied with the sealer. doesn't suck all the air out of the bag before it seals it.
Answer: Not a good product. I tried to review to warn people but Amazon rejected my review because it talked about the “pay” to review efforts the seller makes. I am been scammed. This is not a 4.5 star product. Bout for $30 and they offered $30 credit for a good review and I know. Nothing good is free.
Answer: I had exactly the same problem. Returned it.
Q:
what is the largest width this model will seal?
Answer: The sealing strip is 11.5 inches wide.
Q:
I had a food saver sealer and quite a few rolls of sealer bag material left. smooth on one side and textured on the other. will work in this one?
Answer: Make sure you are using vacuum sealer bags with texture on one or both sides; the bags with no texture can only for seal, not for vacuum.
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Is there any difference between the model e2902-ms in your store and the model e2900-ms in other stores?
Answer: Yes, our E2902-MS is a full stainless steel panel, and the E2902-MS is a new version of the E2900-MS.
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Bought this and i cannot get it to work, help please! I followed the instructions, i can’t get stuff to vacuum seal, only seal. Help!
Answer: We did also and the first few times it was used it did vacuum seal; after about the third time it would only seal. I would not recommend this product to anyone....
Answer: Not a good product. I tried to review to warn people but Amazon rejected my review because it talked about the “pay” to review efforts the seller makes. I am been scammed. This is not a 4.5 star product. Bout for $30 and they offered $30 credit for a good review and I know. Nothing good is free.
Answer: it took me a couple trys too, you have to put the bag only half way in stop at the middle part then you have to press hard on the side closing mechanisum until you hear a snap on both sides then it works.
Answer: My husband and I both tried it and the only way we could get it to vacuum was to lean all or our body weight on it after we closed it and heard the clicks. We returned ours.
Answer: We couldn’t either at first, but realized you have to place the plastic in the front of the machine where the air will be sucked out and not past that point.
Q:
i just bought this vacuum sealer and it is not vacuuming. what can I do?
Answer: Return it and buy a food saver from Walmart. That’s what I did because my wasn’t vacuuming either.
Answer: I found that the 11 inch bags don't work . Try the 8 inch bags they seem to work fine.
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I cant get it to vacuum seal.
Answer: Not a good product. I tried to review to warn people but Amazon rejected my review because it talked about the “pay” to review efforts the seller makes. I am been scammed. This is not a 4.5 star product. Bout for $30 and they offered $30 credit for a good review and I know. Nothing good is free.
Answer: Sent mine back and ordered the Icetek for the same price. Works much better.
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Is this supposed to come with the accessory hose? The one I just purchased did not.
Answer: Yes, if says “with food sealer starter kit” mine had a short hose to attach to vacuum port on the Enterige machine. It can be used with Enterige vacuum sealed containers with special top on them. Also with minor alteration can be fitted to work with the Food Saver brand canning jar attachments. Amazon description says “1xvacuum sealer hose
Answer: The one I purchased did have a vacuum hose.
Answer: Yes it comes with hose. Very good machine
Answer: Mine did, but I'd advise sending it back and buying a better quality one. Mine quit vacuuming all the air after the first use. Customer service from them is terrible also. I will avoid this store and product with my life after this.
Answer: No, it doesn't..You'll have to buy the Jar sealer kit .
Q:
How many watts does it have??
Answer: Per the manufacturer, it has 110 watts
Answer: the book says 110 watts
Answer: Dear customer,the Rated voltage is 110-120V AC.
Q:
Does this really come with a lifetime warranty or not; as usual, conflicting answers.... ?
Answer: Yes
Q:
Did anyone else receive a random, rolled up pink and green towel with theor vacuum sealer???
Answer: Ha! Thanks for asking, that’s why I came to the reviews. Why is there a baby blanket with my sealer?
Answer: Yes. It’s used on the stainless steel to shine it.
Answer: I wondered the same thing!! It's not listed on the box...I was so confused! I came here to find a link to email the seller and find out about it! So glad I wasn't the only one!! :)
Answer: Yes, not sure what for though
Q:
Is this supposed to have come with the canister? If not, where do I get it?
Answer: No it doesn't come with canister - think you can find them on amazon
Answer: I only received the tube for it. I thought you had to separately purchase that.
Answer: Mine did not
Q:
Is this machine suppose to automatically seal on moist mode
Answer: Yes it will seal
Answer: One of the buttons is for moist/dry modes
Q:
“Seller” what is the actual Warranty ?
Answer: It's a total piece of garbage. Don't waste your money. I used it and it 'vacuumed and sealed' very slowly. A week later all bags had come unsealed. Spend a little more and get more. It only has good ratings because they offer to send you free bags if you give them five stars. I sent it back.
Answer: One year warranty
Answer: 1yr. Let me add that the machine is amazing. It works as well as those selling for 100 or more. Great find
Q:
How does the wine sealer work?
Answer: Yes
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What about the suction power? Is really good?
Answer: Have different mode suction
Answer: It works really well. I've used to to vacuum seal veggies. Awesome gadget to have.
Answer: Mine goes down to -26inHg or -660mmHg. That’s roughly 100mmHg absolute pressure
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Can these be used on frozen foods?
Answer: Yes, I had no issues sealing frozen items.
Answer: Yes! I reorganized my whole freeze the 1st day I received it!! Gained SO much room!
Answer: I don't see why it couldn't
Answer: Yes
Answer: Yes
Q:
How wide is the heal seal (on the bag) for this? I see that other machines have about 2-3mm
Answer: 3 mm
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does this machine seal mylar bags? Can you use any brand of bags to seal?
Answer: It does not seal mylar bags. I use the ones they came with and I the FoodSaver brand bags also.
Answer: According to the instruction manual, it does.
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Is there a reset button for the heating element? No longer seals after using it a few times. I followed instructions; waited time before each seal.
Answer: Not a good product. I tried to review to warn people but Amazon rejected my review because it talked about the “pay” to review efforts the seller makes. I am been scammed. This is not a 4.5 star product. Bout for $30 and they offered $30 credit for a good review and I know. Nothing good is free.
Answer: I would absolutely send it back. Cheapest way of course. It’s a paper weight now.
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Can you use this with crackers?
Answer: Crackers would not work in any vacuum but you could seal the bag after expressing as much air as possible.
Answer: I would imagine so. You could skip the suction function so that they wouldn’t crack the crackers
Answer: Yes
Q:
What bags are recommended
Answer: Make sure you are using vacuum sealer bags with texture on one or both sides; the bags with no texture can only for seal, not for vacuum.
Answer: Hi! Any bags with grooves on the inside will do. I bought this one: Vacuum Sealer Rolls Bag, 6 Pack... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D8PKCWL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Answer: I have used just vacuum seal bags any will work.
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Does this vacuum sealer make it air tight? I have a vacuum sealer that once "vacuumed sealed" you can still move the food around in the bag somewhat.
Answer: It for sure keeps things air tight! If you are doing meats, they will have a small amount of "wiggle room" because the meat expands once frozen.
Answer: It removes the air and makes it air tight. Food doesn't move around.
Answer: the same thing happens sometimes when the vacuume doesen't pull all the air from the baz.
Answer: yes it does
Q:
Is the packaging for this product discreet? I’m getting it as a gift.
Answer: It arrived in a larger Amazon box. Beware the "special offer" for free bags with a 5 star review is a bait and swap.
Answer: Mine came in a typical Amazon box
Q:
the machine has stopped working after 8 months. it's too late to return to amazon. how do I get the warranty?
Answer: Call the manufacturer
Q:
Will someone tell me specifically how to use the accessory feature (hose function)? which buttons, etc? I can't get it to work to seal jars. Thanks
Answer: I never used this before.
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Can I return mine for testing if I have never seen the vacuum on it work?
Answer: You must put the sealer bag opening in the correct location of the vacuum sealer area. If put in too far, or not far enough, it doesn’t work. Also, must use textured bags for it to work properly. Don’t forget to LOCK the side locks before using, or it won’t work to seal. Hope this helps. Read instructions very carefully.
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Does it only work with bags that have texture on both sides? I ordered it and now am using other bags with only texture on one side and it won’t work.
Q:
does this machine seal mylar bags?
Answer: No. This machine seals by melting
Answer: Yes it will seal mylar bags just the same way it seals other bags
Answer: I can’t say anything about Mylar but I tried regular zip lock bags. It sealed them but didn’t suck the air out
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Does it have a hose for the jar sealer?
Answer: Yes
Answer: Yes it does
Answer: yes it does.
Answer: Yes
Answer: YES IT DOES
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Where can I buy containers that are compatible?
Answer:
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Answer: Tons of these are available on Amazon.
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Which canisters fit the tube attachment that comes with this? Not all canisters have the same fitting. Entrige offers no help at all on this.
Answer: Don't buy it. It's horrible and useless. This is coming from an experienced vacuum sealer user. I made the mistake of purchasing this but rectified that mistake by sending it back for a refund.
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Can you use any sealer bags with this - or is there a specific kind?
Answer: I used a generic kind, found on amazon, and worked just fine. Make sure they have a textured side to them (unlike a ziplock type bag)
Answer: I bought the first sealer bags that popped up in my search and they worked just as well as the ones that came with the sealer.
Answer: We have only used the bags it came with.
Answer: They all work I’m pretty sure
Q:
When I use the vac/seal button it will keep vacuuming forever and never seals? The seal function does work just by itself though.
Answer: I believe I made the same mistake and I suspect the end of your bag is not centered inside the vacuum ring/oval. It’s the area just past the heat seal strip. Make sure your bag opening doesn’t extend past that area.
Answer: Read the instructions and the picture associated with the unit. It took me a few times to figure it out, but it works great!
Answer: Mine was opposite. Seal worked and vacuum didn’t. Sent it back
Answer: Make sure the bag is positioned in between the 2 sealer bars. That happens occasionally to me when bag off a bit.
Answer: Sounds about right
Q:
Can you custom size each bag?
Answer: Yes you can. Bags that you customize come on a roll. You cut size you need seal the bottom. Fill it up then fill the top.
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Energia 220v?
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Will it work on fresh caught fish?
Answer: Yes, it has a dry and moist setting. It has sealed my chicken and beef flawlessly. Don't see why fish would be any different.
Answer: Yes it's great. I have used it for both already frozen and fresh fish!
Answer: It doesn't seem to work oin anything but yes, a better vacuum sealer will.
Answer: Dear customer,
Answer: I don’t see why not, there’s a wet and a dry button. I just love my food sealer!!
Answer: Don’t know why not just hit moist button and vac seal
Answer: Yes, just need to use the moist setting.
Q:
I received a business card with the sealer, saying, lifetime warranty, can this be verified? Entrige has not replied to my email!
Answer: We received one offering a gift card and haven’t received that either. Hopefully, a follow-up email will produce a positive result.
Q:
I press hard on both side of the lid but the lid never lock. I applied pressure by hand but it doesn't suck all air out. Is it a defective unit?
Answer: Mine does seem kinda tough to get the two tabs to lock. Try seeing if the lid locks while there arent any bags in the machine just to see if it locks, that what i did to see how hard to push. If it still doesnt lock then i would contact the seller
Answer: make sure that you only have the bag and not any of the contents in the machine. If it still does not lock, I would contact for some tech support.
Answer: The opening of the bag needs to sit inside the hole when closed, and as straight as possible.
Answer: Both sides should snap together if not then something must be wrong.
Q:
what coyntry is this product made in?
Answer: China
Q:
220v energía?
Answer: Para 220v se tiene que usar con transformador:
Answer: 110v
Answer:
Answer: No según el dispositivo. Soporta entrada de 100 a 120V.
Q:
How wide is the heat strip?
Answer: It’s as long as the machine and maybe a 1/2 inch wide
Answer: 11 inches
Answer: 30 cm
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How many bags does this machine come with? Also can bags for this spacific machine be puchased at any grocery store, or do i have to order them?
Answer: FULLY STARTER KITS:
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Where do i buy the compatible containers for the suction hose? i have searched amazon & can't find any that are entrige brand. please post link.
Answer: Hello, so sorry that our brand don't sell container. You can search for vacuum container. Please remember to buy containers that can be used for vacuum. Because our vacuum machine has the attached air sunction hose. It is recommended that when you buy a vacuum container, ask the buyer if there is a delivery tube. If there is, it is the best. At that time, you can combine the air sunction hose supplied with our vacuum machine and the air sunction hose delivered by the container.
Q:
How can i contact the entrige company for model no. e2903-ms?
Answer: Through your Amazon order form
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Where can I get containers that will work with the vacuum hose?
Answer:
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Can you use this for cooked food? Grilled chicken ? Cooked rice. ?
Answer: I don’t see why not! My option is that I would wait till it is cooled then seal it up. And I’m pretty sure I’m the demo video they show cooked food being sealed
Q:
I need a replacement plug for the accessory port/ where can i get one?
Answer: You can email company directly.
Product reviews of Vacuum Sealer Machine by Entrige, Automatic Food Sealer for Food Savers w /Starter Kit, Dry Moist Food Modes, Easy to Clean, Led Indicator Lights, Compact Design, Silver(Stainless Steel)
Love my deals : So glad to have this food Vacuum sealer
Vacuum sealer Great for so many uses.I have always wanted one of these because unfortunately in the past we used to waste food every once in a while due to the fact that it was not tasted as good a couple days after we bought it. This allows us to a store leftovers easier in the freezer so they don’t get freezer burn. We also can see all these for refrigerator so that they taste even better a couple days after for leftovers. Great for large portions are small portions. Easy to use. Came on time and as described. Great value. This is going to save us so much money in the long run. So happy with this item.
Mark Meeks : Disappointed
I just received this today in the mail and was so excited after all the positive reviews. The first bag of hamburger I done, vacuumed decently and sealed mostly, but left a small section open so air went right back in. Second bag, the vacuum didn’t do hardly anything and the same thing with the seal. I follow the instructions closely also. Will be returning product.
ShoppingFool62 : Disappointed
After weeks of effort and watching multiple youtube.com videos in order to be able to dismiss user error, I have to finally admit defeat. It doesn't work. Lights come on. A sound is heard for two minutes before it shuts off. But it does not heat to seal. It does not vacuum out air. I might have been able to return it, but I threw away all the packaging and box. It is super easy to understand how it is supposed to work. The direction are very clear. It is not super bulky or heavy and is easy to store. Mine just didn't work. Happing food vacuuming. :(
J. Fielek : A nice vacuum sealer at a good price.
TL;DR — great value, works well with a couple small idiosyncrasies that are just part of the learning curve.
I’d been looking for a vacuum sealer for a while and at this price point it was worth snagging.
The sealer came with a few larger bags and a small roll of 8” bags. The roll requires that you cut it to length, seal one end, put in whatever you’re preserving, and then run the vacuum sealing cycle. It’s simpler than it sounds. It’s extremely simple to operate, but may take a few tries to get a feel for how much bag you’ll need.
Usage is straightforward. If you’re using a roll, you first cut it to fit the item to be stored. Next, place one end of the bag over the sealing bar, close the cover, and press the “seal” button.
After that, you load the bag, and place the open end into the vacuum chamber (it will lay across the sealer as well), close the cover, and press “vacuum and seal”. It’ll suck the air out and then seal the bag after the air has been sucked out.
Two minor issues :
The bag needs to have an extra inch or so to ensure it reaches the vacuum chamber. If it’s too short the vacuum can’t suck the air out of the bag and it’ll never seal. The same holds true if the bag isn’t placed far enough over the edge of the vacuum chamber.
When sealing or vacuum sealing, the cover must be completely closed. Both latches (one on either side) must click closed, or the vacuum can’t do its job, and the sealer won’t have full contact across the bag.
I also purchased a couple rolls of 8” bags from another manufacturer and they work perfectly. You need a textured bag for the vacuum to work; smooth bags won’t let the vacuum suck out the air.
Blueflame : Short life span
If I had reviewed this in July 2020 when I purchased the vacuum sealer, I would have rated it with five stars. I was happy with the way it sealed. It did an excellant job at first. It started to give me trouble on occasion but I could work around it by turning the sealer off and on again. I also noticed that some of the seals wern't as strong as they were when I first got the unit with packages becoming unsealed in the freezer. Finally the vacuum sealer quit sealing all together and this was with minimal use. I sealed approximately six bags every two weeks. I wish the unit had a longer life span. I'm disappointed not even getting a year of use from it. I rate it as a "don't buy."
**FYI Since my review I've been contacted numerous times by the company offering me varying amounts of money to change my review to a positive one. I won't do it. Apparently this is how this product has so many good reviews. Unscrupulous tactics. Disappointing.
C. Evans : Quality Little Machine
General: A friend gave me access to his "Silver Queen" cornfield and my blueberries and blackberries produced more than I could eat, so after careful research, I bought this item. I've never used one before. I purchased two different sizes of rolled material to use.
PRO: (1) SIMPLE: I imagine all these items are simple to work but as a first-time user, I found it easy and straightforward. (2) QUALITY: I have sealed nearly 20 bags of corn, 6 bags of blackberries, and 6 bags of blueberries. I notice no difference in the operation at all. Opens, closes, seals just like new.
CON: (can't think of any)
Conclusion: I haven't used the "wine vacuum" thing. Nor have I tried softer vacuuming (as it allows for) but I imagine it will do fine. The next batch of banana bread and zucchini bread I make will be frozen. I keep it on a shelf under the counter and have used it a few times for leftovers. Be aware any moisture in the item(s) you're sealing will be sucked to the opening and prevent a seal from happening--but this is the case for any of them I suspect. My friend has a different one and he has the same concern. So, this will not cause a lower rating.
I highly recommend this product.
I use Amazon reviews extensively to make decisions on my purchases. It follows that I should honestly review items that I have liked (or not liked) so as to benefit other Amazon customers (as I would have them do for me).
If you found this review helpful, please take time to give me a “check mark”. LLBB
baldrobguy : A must-have for the amateur and professional alike!
The Entrige vacuum sealer solves the issue of how much pressure to exert on your foods by having a simple set of buttons which ask simply "hard or soft" "dry or moist". My old sealer had no such settings and frequently crushed the food or squeezed the food out of the bag and into the machine necessitating a lengthy clean-up. The Entrige also comes apart easily for cleaning which is a real help .
The machine came with an ample supply of bags and rolled tubing to make your own bags to get you started. It also came with an accessory tube to use with vacuum containers (which I am dying to try out).
Great for those who cook for a crowd yet only have a mouth or two to feed. Leftovers can be boiled in the bag for a sous vide effect and the food comes out better than any reheat or microwave.
A must-have for the amateur and professional alike.
David Ingland : bought protection plan and have spent hrs. trying to get through because it does not work!
Ordered this product end of October for a Christmas gift for adult daughter living out of my state. Gave to her New Year's weekend. She used it 3 times and the vacuum just stopped working! I have tried to call, email, and contact AMAZON with no replies or help for any of them. I bought the Asurion 4 yr. protection plan so I called on that because I got no reply from the claim filed........on hold on phone for 30 mins with no answer. I PAID $33.99 + Tx. + $6.99 for a useless protection plan! PLEASE REFUND MY MONEY TO MY AMAZON ACCOUNT AND I WILL THROW IT OUT.......TOTAL $43.00
Doc : Easy to use, handles many sizes of bags
I am able to use this product every week now that the garden is in full harvest mode. I have vacuum sealed beets, onions, peppers, cilantro, and meat from the smoker. It has a moist food setting which helps to minimize the movement of liquid into the sealer, but you still need to watch it carefully. It is easy to press the "Seal" button to immediately start sealing if the liquid rises in the bag during the suction process. I have used large bags for meat and small bags for individual portions of scallions and herbs. It is great for those of us who buy produce in bulk, because you can cut and store the extra in your freezer for future use.
J. Fielek : A nice vacuum sealer at a good price.
TL;DR — great value, works well with a couple small idiosyncrasies that are just part of the learning curve.
I’d been looking for a vacuum sealer for a while and at this price point it was worth snagging.
The sealer came with a few larger bags and a small roll of 8” bags. The roll requires that you cut it to length, seal one end, put in whatever you’re preserving, and then run the vacuum sealing cycle. It’s simpler than it sounds. It’s extremely simple to operate, but may take a few tries to get a feel for how much bag you’ll need.
Usage is straightforward. If you’re using a roll, you first cut it to fit the item to be stored. Next, place one end of the bag over the sealing bar, close the cover, and press the “seal” button.
After that, you load the bag, and place the open end into the vacuum chamber (it will lay across the sealer as well), close the cover, and press “vacuum and seal”. It’ll suck the air out and then seal the bag after the air has been sucked out.
Two minor issues :
The bag needs to have an extra inch or so to ensure it reaches the vacuum chamber. If it’s too short the vacuum can’t suck the air out of the bag and it’ll never seal. The same holds true if the bag isn’t placed far enough over the edge of the vacuum chamber.
When sealing or vacuum sealing, the cover must be completely closed. Both latches (one on either side) must click closed, or the vacuum can’t do its job, and the sealer won’t have full contact across the bag.
I also purchased a couple rolls of 8” bags from another manufacturer and they work perfectly. You need a textured bag for the vacuum to work; smooth bags won’t let the vacuum suck out the air.
EnjoyLife : Great for small batches
I'm single and do quite a bit of meal prep. I've now used this vacuum sealer for about a month and can say that I'm satisfied at the job it does for the price point. I typically double seal 4 - 7 items in quick succession. This little unit has held up really well. It warms up very quickly and I typically only have to wait for it to cool down once before proceeding, after the 4th item or so, and only for a couple of minutes. The top and bottom parts detach and the rubber/foam pieces on the bottom can also removed so the bottom part can be easily cleaned. Putting the unit back together is a breeze. Since my family has had a few vacuum sealers over the years, the noise that I hear from this I consider "average". It's just a bit louder than a microwave when it's running.
AZ Scholar : Super easy to use and very efficient.
I am a great fan of vacuum sealing to preserve my frozen food. My old vacuum sealer finally wore out so I purchased the Entrige vacuum sealer uncertain of how well it would work since I was so used to my old one. I was pleasantly surprised. The technology has certainly improved in vacuum sealer‘s over the years. This one is much more automatic than my old one and to my surprise works much better. It has very good suction power and the sealer works to create a clean seal as long as you take a second and make sure there are no creases in the area that is to be fused. Would I recommend this sealer system? That is a resounding yes! For the price I don’t know that you could beat it.
Trip : Before buying a GERYON or FoodSaver you should Look at this one by Entrige
Ok, did a lot of research before buying this product. I have a FoodSaver that died and was a complete pain to use and clean. In looking for a new one I wanted to find a product that just worked. I found it.
Pros: - The sealer and bag prep just works: lock, push the button and sealed. My food saver was hit and miss here. - The Vacuum is strong, works great, no issues. - Buttons are very clearly marked. - Delivered to my door, opened box and was sealing within minutes. - Very easy to clean and store. Again, my FoodSaver always felt dirty. This is easier to clean.
Cons: - If you cut the bag too small (like half width on the roll), the vacuum seal never stops. On my FoodSaver you could hit a button to stop the process at the current vacuum and seal. But it got me there. This is really me wanting to use smaller bag width. Seems like a waste but whatever. - The food saver had a built in cutter for bags. Meh. Not a big deal, keep scissors close by.
That's really it. Love this device. Can't go wrong for the money if you just want something for simple sealing.
Now, as I mentioned, comparing this to the GERYON. Take a close look. This unit costs $45 and the GERYON costs $69. That seems to be the only difference between the two. The specs are the same, the buttons are labeled the same, even the marketing literature is along the same lines (Check out the graphic for water and washing, looks pretty similar, no?). All differences appear to be cosmetic. Which leads me to believe these are sourced from the same factory (a hunch).
I think I made the right choice for my uses and saved some money in the long run.
Amazon Customer : Why Did I wait so Long?
I have had a hard time finding freezer paper during the pandemic and was trying to figure what I was going to do to freeze meat in my freezer. Then one day I was browsing on Amazon and saw the Entrige Vacuum Sealer for under $50 that promised to do a better job of freezing my meats and vegetables than freezer paper and so I thought it was time to try one. As I had never heard of Entrige I did a little research into other brands including Foodsaver before buying this sealer but pretty much everybody that had bought one loved it. Add me to the list. This machine is amazing and I can't imagine finding a better value than this. I've vacuum sealed steaks, brunswick stew, cheese. luncheon meats and even done some dried beans in mason jars with the FoodSaver Mason Lid Jar sealer attachment and they have all come out perfect. My only regret is not having one of these years ago.
Steven : Works Great! And MUCH cheaper than 'Food Saver' sealer!
I've only used this once so far, but it worked great! I think the ONLY thing I would say that is a possible negative is the lack of built-in roll storage & cutter. However, I always found the 'Food Saver' wasn't all that easy to ensure bag size, etc. So I'm not going to hold that against this machine. Instead of using the included bags, I cut custom size bags (for unused scallops in this case) and sealed the ends. It's MUCH easier than the F-S unit to do this, and MUCH less wasted bag as you can actually SEE where the end of the plastic is, and where the sealing strip is. Over time, this will result in more bags per roll and less wasted plastic. Win-Win! The way this unit is designed also made it VERY easy to ensure the end of the bag was in the vacuum chamber and where the seal would be after the unit finished sucking out all the air. With the F-S unit, so much extra plastic is wasted by the extra amount required because you CANNOT see where the end of the bag or sealing strip are. It's a total guessing game. Another Win-Win!
Then there is the price - compared to the cost of the Food Saver units, I would rather replace this vacuum sealer annually than buy the former. BIG WIN!
100% Recommend this unit and can't wait to start harvesting my garden!
Esther : Read directions on how to take air out
The directions are good and work well. Just make sure you add the extra 2 1/2 inches over the size of what your sealing so it will fit into the machine properly. It would have been nice if there was room in the machine for a roll of plastic. Other than that , it['s a good buy. As for freshness, seals well, but haven't opened anything yet to answer that question..
Steven : Works Great! And MUCH cheaper than 'Food Saver' sealer!
I've only used this once so far, but it worked great! I think the ONLY thing I would say that is a possible negative is the lack of built-in roll storage & cutter. However, I always found the 'Food Saver' wasn't all that easy to ensure bag size, etc. So I'm not going to hold that against this machine. Instead of using the included bags, I cut custom size bags (for unused scallops in this case) and sealed the ends. It's MUCH easier than the F-S unit to do this, and MUCH less wasted bag as you can actually SEE where the end of the plastic is, and where the sealing strip is. Over time, this will result in more bags per roll and less wasted plastic. Win-Win! The way this unit is designed also made it VERY easy to ensure the end of the bag was in the vacuum chamber and where the seal would be after the unit finished sucking out all the air. With the F-S unit, so much extra plastic is wasted by the extra amount required because you CANNOT see where the end of the bag or sealing strip are. It's a total guessing game. Another Win-Win!
Then there is the price - compared to the cost of the Food Saver units, I would rather replace this vacuum sealer annually than buy the former. BIG WIN!
100% Recommend this unit and can't wait to start harvesting my garden!
Amanda : Don't hesitate, buy it!!
My wife has been wanting this for a long long time, finally, she got it! :) She saw one of her friends had this kind of machine and she really loves it. She wanted to buy one but the big brand is kind of pricy which made her hesitate to buy it. She was searching on Amazon and found this. It has a great review and the price is reasonable, so she decided to give it a try! She is so glad she did it, lol... It's such a handy machine, and very easy to use. It comes with a couple of precut storage bags and a roll of customized bags. She said it took her a couple of minutes to figure it out although the instruction is very clear. There are only a few buttons on the machine, u can use for dry and moist food. She did both and it turned out good, and it only takes a few seconds to sear. Look at the pic I attached. In this way, it helped to save the food longer and save some space in the fridge. She is happy, so I'm happy too.
izzy : SO DISAPPOINTED - short life span
i am soooooo disappointed. i was LOVING this product for the 3ish months it worked (bought it in april 2020). now, doesnt seal anything “moist” (think raw chicken or anything with juices). i have taken meticulous care of it. i wipe it down after every use; i store it in the box it came in; i wait 40+ seconds between seals as it directs. i really wish i could get my money back.
Sarassheena : Don't, just don't.
This is cheaply made, the vacuum hasn't worked/doesn't work unless you get bag exactly where it's supposed to be. Air-bubbles. You get what you pay for, and I will not be going the cheap route anymore. No matter how many times they beg me to leave a good review - actually, it's more like a BRIBE. Not for any money would I recommend this.
Just me : Bast one yet, so far.
Third one we've owned and by far my favorite. It just goes to show price point doesn't always equal quality. My last two were at least twice the cost. I can't speak to longevity, however I can definitely say that initial impression is excellent. Very easy to use and the fact that I can remove the top and wash the lower part makes cleanups a breeze. Anyone who's used this style vacuum sealer knows that the lower "tray" is what gets the dirtiest when marinating or sealing anything that contains even the slightest amount of liquid. If this holds up and proves durable, as I use it often for food storage and soux vide cooking. I'd be happy to purchase another if needed. Also makes a great gift for busy people that need a quick meal. Recipes are endless and available online.
Omni9800 : You can control all aspects of the vacuum and sealing process.
Bought this because of the peer reviews and price. Didn't want to invest a lot in a vacuum sealer. Didn't think I would use it enough to make it pay-back. Have found, however, that I use it more than I thought.
Single person household, so when I buy proteins like meat, poultry or fish, I usually buy multiples to minimize grocery trips. In the past these got packaged in plastic wrap (2 layers) then sealed in a zip-lock bag for freezing. Not terribly difficult, but the triple step process became a little annoying. This preserved the protein pretty well, but a family member told me I could get better results with a vacuum sealer.
I've gotten not just better results, but markedly better results. Anything I seal with the Entrige Vacuum sealer remains fresh...protein, veggies, cooked foods, bread & baked goods. I've been astounded. So far, really pleased with my purchase.
It's simple and intuitive to operate. Produces consistent results and is compact enough to store on the counter. The ability to control all aspects of the vacuum and sealing process was a welcome surprise. I like that it cleans quickly & easily.
It's well packaged and includes a microfiber cloth to keep the stainless stop sparkling. There's also a vacuum tube, but I haven't found a use for it yet. I think it requires special containers to operate.
So far, so good. Hoping it continues to provide consistent service for some years to come.
GA Voter : Worked once and never again.
The sealer worked when we first bought it. We usually buy in bulk, then seal and freeze; so, we didn't try to use it again for a month. The vacuum part seemed to work well, but when we pushed the 'seal' button, the vacuum stopped and air was sucked back into the bag. Unfortunately, because of the way we buy in bulk, the return window had closed by the time we tried to use it the second time.
Weho Shopper : Light but Sturdy and Easy to Use
I got this Entrige Vacuum Sealer as a replacement for a 20-year-old Foodsaver. When I first got it, I thought the Entrige was too light to be any good (the Foodsaver was quite heavy) and considered returning it because it felt so cheap. But after using it for several months, I can say it performs better than the Foodsaver I had. The lightness is an advantage because it's easier to move around, so I can get it out and put it away for small jobs I wouldn't have bothered with before. And, the lid clamps down for sealing, so I don't have to hold down the sides as with the old one. I can actually prepare the next bag while one bag is vacuum-packing. What I've also found is that it isn't nearly as fussy as the Food saver about vacuuming and sealing. On the Foodsaver, the bag wouldn't seal if there was a droplet of water or grain of food anywhere near the vacuuming/sealing line. The Entrige doesn't seem to care whether there's a bit of water of a stray smear of food and plows right through, meaning that I save time by not having to wipe the opening of each bag after I put the food in. Easy to use, light, and much less expensive than it's heavier competition. Recommended.
genabil : Deceptive ratings
I purchase mainly based on star ratings from others. When I received this item I found a small card which said if I would give them a 5 star rating they would give me a $30.00 gift card to Amazon. In essence, making the unit a $30.00 item plus invalidating all the 5 star ratings I saw. I returned this item because of the noise, suction seemed weak and deceptive advertising.
Weho Shopper : Light but Sturdy and Easy to Use
I got this Entrige Vacuum Sealer as a replacement for a 20-year-old Foodsaver. When I first got it, I thought the Entrige was too light to be any good (the Foodsaver was quite heavy) and considered returning it because it felt so cheap. But after using it for several months, I can say it performs better than the Foodsaver I had. The lightness is an advantage because it's easier to move around, so I can get it out and put it away for small jobs I wouldn't have bothered with before. And, the lid clamps down for sealing, so I don't have to hold down the sides as with the old one. I can actually prepare the next bag while one bag is vacuum-packing. What I've also found is that it isn't nearly as fussy as the Food saver about vacuuming and sealing. On the Foodsaver, the bag wouldn't seal if there was a droplet of water or grain of food anywhere near the vacuuming/sealing line. The Entrige doesn't seem to care whether there's a bit of water of a stray smear of food and plows right through, meaning that I save time by not having to wipe the opening of each bag after I put the food in. Easy to use, light, and much less expensive than it's heavier competition. Recommended.
SmithHaus : Perfect compact model
We got this vacuum sealer machine for our RV, made by entrige this automatic food sealer for food w/starter kit, is perfect for all of your types of food, dry and moist food modes, and frankly very easy to use. It is also very easy to clean with its led indicator lights, compact design, silver (stainless steel) compact design is key as it is in our RV. We actually have a couple these one at the house and the cabin but wanted one for the RV as we like to vacuum seal everything. Like I said this one is the right size asn super versatility & convenient for your i kitchen or RV like we use it. It is simple when food is protected from air and freezer burn it last for a lot longer and is fresher.
This one is super easy to use and works will all bags that you can even buy at like a Walmart., we found vacuumed sealer bags at the Sams club in rocky point Mexico.
Jade W : DO NOT BUY, I BOUGHT MYSELF TROUBLE
Suction power is much weaker than my last one which I bought 5 years ago at a lower price. Extremely picky on how flat the plastic bag lay on the edge and needs ling extra to make it work. I’m spending so much time trying to bag my food. I bought myself trouble. I hope you can avoid this. Update: I received it January 2nd. Now it’s end of February. It completely lost the function of sucking the air out. It can seal the bags. Tried different brands of textured bags for food vacuum sealers, not sucking out the air not working at all now it’s a piece of junk. Reducing to 1 star for the two months’ life span or I would have wanted to give zero star.
Weho Shopper : Light but Sturdy and Easy to Use
I got this Entrige Vacuum Sealer as a replacement for a 20-year-old Foodsaver. When I first got it, I thought the Entrige was too light to be any good (the Foodsaver was quite heavy) and considered returning it because it felt so cheap. But after using it for several months, I can say it performs better than the Foodsaver I had. The lightness is an advantage because it's easier to move around, so I can get it out and put it away for small jobs I wouldn't have bothered with before. And, the lid clamps down for sealing, so I don't have to hold down the sides as with the old one. I can actually prepare the next bag while one bag is vacuum-packing. What I've also found is that it isn't nearly as fussy as the Food saver about vacuuming and sealing. On the Foodsaver, the bag wouldn't seal if there was a droplet of water or grain of food anywhere near the vacuuming/sealing line. The Entrige doesn't seem to care whether there's a bit of water of a stray smear of food and plows right through, meaning that I save time by not having to wipe the opening of each bag after I put the food in. Easy to use, light, and much less expensive than it's heavier competition. Recommended.
April S. : Vacuum seal did NOT work
Instructions were easy but I was very disappointed. While the sealing button Worked fine, it did not vacuum seal. We couldn’t get the suction to work. We turned it off and back on, and even tried different bags thinking we had a hole in the bag but this just didn’t work for us. I was hoping to try something different than the Food Saver brand but I may just go back. Needless to say we returned this.
AZ Scholar : Super easy to use and very efficient.
I am a great fan of vacuum sealing to preserve my frozen food. My old vacuum sealer finally wore out so I purchased the Entrige vacuum sealer uncertain of how well it would work since I was so used to my old one. I was pleasantly surprised. The technology has certainly improved in vacuum sealer‘s over the years. This one is much more automatic than my old one and to my surprise works much better. It has very good suction power and the sealer works to create a clean seal as long as you take a second and make sure there are no creases in the area that is to be fused. Would I recommend this sealer system? That is a resounding yes! For the price I don’t know that you could beat it.
Treniece : I wanted to love it
Doesn't suck up all the air. After reading the reviews this was big let down.
GA Voter : Worked once and never again.
The sealer worked when we first bought it. We usually buy in bulk, then seal and freeze; so, we didn't try to use it again for a month. The vacuum part seemed to work well, but when we pushed the 'seal' button, the vacuum stopped and air was sucked back into the bag. Unfortunately, because of the way we buy in bulk, the return window had closed by the time we tried to use it the second time.
Blueflame : Short life span
If I had reviewed this in July 2020 when I purchased the vacuum sealer, I would have rated it with five stars. I was happy with the way it sealed. It did an excellant job at first. It started to give me trouble on occasion but I could work around it by turning the sealer off and on again. I also noticed that some of the seals wern't as strong as they were when I first got the unit with packages becoming unsealed in the freezer. Finally the vacuum sealer quit sealing all together and this was with minimal use. I sealed approximately six bags every two weeks. I wish the unit had a longer life span. I'm disappointed not even getting a year of use from it. I rate it as a "don't buy."
**FYI Since my review I've been contacted numerous times by the company offering me varying amounts of money to change my review to a positive one. I won't do it. Apparently this is how this product has so many good reviews. Unscrupulous tactics. Disappointing.
Nicholas C. : Scam alert. Bad product and "they" try to get you to change your review
I purchased this item last Fall 2020. It worked for about 3 months then died. I thought maybe I used it too much (2x per week) and burned out the motor. I ordered another one and that one stopped working too. I then left a bad review (as I should to warm other potential buyers) and "they" contacted me via email stating they would give me $50 back if I removed the review. I took them up on their offer (don't ever do that) and they never refunded me my money. They also claim to have switched manufactures for this product. They did not. Same as last year with no change at all. This is a total scam. Avoid.
baldrobguy : A must-have for the amateur and professional alike!
The Entrige vacuum sealer solves the issue of how much pressure to exert on your foods by having a simple set of buttons which ask simply "hard or soft" "dry or moist". My old sealer had no such settings and frequently crushed the food or squeezed the food out of the bag and into the machine necessitating a lengthy clean-up. The Entrige also comes apart easily for cleaning which is a real help .
The machine came with an ample supply of bags and rolled tubing to make your own bags to get you started. It also came with an accessory tube to use with vacuum containers (which I am dying to try out).
Great for those who cook for a crowd yet only have a mouth or two to feed. Leftovers can be boiled in the bag for a sous vide effect and the food comes out better than any reheat or microwave.
A must-have for the amateur and professional alike.
Suzy O : Not the easiest to use and lasted about 1 1/2 months before dieing
I bought this machine in July and it died on me in Sept. The instructions are not the best as to how to use the machine. Implementing the locking parts is somewhat difficult, almost to the point where it feels like you are breaking the locking parts. I feel that this product is a total rip off. I've used it 4 times in the last month and 1/2 and sealed 6 bags, (2 of which I've had to reseal, as the first seal did not stay sealed). I do NOT recommend buying this product as there is no way to have it fixed or returned if it fails in the first couple of times it is used.
Slow Reader, Old Eye's : Sorry my review's aren't for sell
I bought this because it was recommend by Amazon and had loads of good reviews. After receiving it it had a coupon for free bags if you gave it a 5 star review. My review's are not for sale! I don't review everything I buy but I am honest when I do. I try not to give bad reviews unless I truly believe it's warranted. Let's start with the pros of the unit. 1. It's cost is good middle of the road. 2. It's seals the bags nicely and will do more than seal a meal will before it gets to hot. 3. It does pull a good vacuum although it is slower than others I've used. 4. The lid lock is almost a must for me as I am not that young anymore and it works. I like it better than the single lever used on the more expensive units. 5. The leds are somewhat helpful as to how close it is to having a good vacuum. 6. This one at first I hated but after sealing up more than 100lbs of smoked meat for my freezer I came to understand why it worked better than the units without it. When sealing up one end of a cut bag it draws a vacuum on the for a few seconds before sealing. I have noticed that I have fewer wrinkles on the seal. So I do like this a whole lot but it takes some getting used to.
Now the cons. 1. The is light and does not weigh much. I had a Black and Decker sealer that was the same way and it did good in the shop sealing up even heavy things. This unit does NOT have rubber feet. They are a hard material and slide around making it harder to use overall. 2. The dip area in the sealing area is very shallow, to shallow. It's make it harder to get the bags in right when the unit moves around and this unit is super easy to move around. 3. The short cord means you have to be close to your outlet. I would like the better if it had a longer cord
The few con's I have about the unit are big ones even though they may seem small at first. If it had rubber feet so it didn't move so much and a deeper drip bay then this unit very hard to beat. As it is it's not the easiest to use but does a good.
Blueflame : Short life span
If I had reviewed this in July 2020 when I purchased the vacuum sealer, I would have rated it with five stars. I was happy with the way it sealed. It did an excellant job at first. It started to give me trouble on occasion but I could work around it by turning the sealer off and on again. I also noticed that some of the seals wern't as strong as they were when I first got the unit with packages becoming unsealed in the freezer. Finally the vacuum sealer quit sealing all together and this was with minimal use. I sealed approximately six bags every two weeks. I wish the unit had a longer life span. I'm disappointed not even getting a year of use from it. I rate it as a "don't buy."
**FYI Since my review I've been contacted numerous times by the company offering me varying amounts of money to change my review to a positive one. I won't do it. Apparently this is how this product has so many good reviews. Unscrupulous tactics. Disappointing.
Mark Merritt : Could not be happier with this purchase
My wife and I are now "empty nesters" and have downsized from a 2,500 square foot home on five and a half acres to an 850 square foot cottage in town... Two challenges exist for nearly every food purchase: space and storage...
Space in nearly every aspect of our lives is precious... It is particularly significant in food storage... We have a single refrigerator / freezer now instead of two full refrigerators and two freezers previously... Much of the food we purchase is far more economical in units larger than one meal for two people... Keeping unused or left over portions wholesome and tasty is a significant issue...
A friend recommended we consider a shrink wrap sealer machine... We did some homework and decided on the Vacuum Sealer Machine by Entrige... Could not be happier... This nearly eighty year-old really likes the ease of use and simplicity of the instructions...
We started by "repackaging" many of the large bagged items in our freezer (shrimp, scallops, vegetables, meats, etc.) into single meals for two portions using this machine... We gained back nearly a quarter of the space taken by the larger packages... Not only were the packages smaller but also they could be fitted into the nooks and crannies of space that were impossible for the larger packages... And, the new packages are truly airtight which would not have been possible even with freezer zipper bags...
We've "played" with the machine on food that comes from the store in Mylar style bags: potato chips, cookies, etc. The machine quickly evacuates the air and seals the bags with the uneaten food it them... Contents were crisp and tasty even days after sealing... We cooked more than we ate for Thanksgiving... We've bagged and vacuum sealed leftovers for refrigerator or freezer... The look great... Will update this review in a few weeks to share how that worked out... But, if what we've seen to this point is any indication, I'm sure it will be fine...
This machine just may show up under the Christmas tree for several of our adult children and grandchildren...
Slow Reader, Old Eye's : Sorry my review's aren't for sell
I bought this because it was recommend by Amazon and had loads of good reviews. After receiving it it had a coupon for free bags if you gave it a 5 star review. My review's are not for sale! I don't review everything I buy but I am honest when I do. I try not to give bad reviews unless I truly believe it's warranted. Let's start with the pros of the unit. 1. It's cost is good middle of the road. 2. It's seals the bags nicely and will do more than seal a meal will before it gets to hot. 3. It does pull a good vacuum although it is slower than others I've used. 4. The lid lock is almost a must for me as I am not that young anymore and it works. I like it better than the single lever used on the more expensive units. 5. The leds are somewhat helpful as to how close it is to having a good vacuum. 6. This one at first I hated but after sealing up more than 100lbs of smoked meat for my freezer I came to understand why it worked better than the units without it. When sealing up one end of a cut bag it draws a vacuum on the for a few seconds before sealing. I have noticed that I have fewer wrinkles on the seal. So I do like this a whole lot but it takes some getting used to.
Now the cons. 1. The is light and does not weigh much. I had a Black and Decker sealer that was the same way and it did good in the shop sealing up even heavy things. This unit does NOT have rubber feet. They are a hard material and slide around making it harder to use overall. 2. The dip area in the sealing area is very shallow, to shallow. It's make it harder to get the bags in right when the unit moves around and this unit is super easy to move around. 3. The short cord means you have to be close to your outlet. I would like the better if it had a longer cord
The few con's I have about the unit are big ones even though they may seem small at first. If it had rubber feet so it didn't move so much and a deeper drip bay then this unit very hard to beat. As it is it's not the easiest to use but does a good.
Maddy : Amazing vacuum sealer, fresh fruits and veggie last longer, soursop leaves
2nd vacuum sealer, gift for my son he liked mine and I got him one for his family. It has really saved me lots of money. Since the pandemic I subscribed to a fruits and vegetables weekly delivery. I chop them up, vacuum seal them and put in freezer the ones that can be frozen. I love this vacuum sealer, as you can see from the pictures I was able to seal around 50 or more "Guanabana-soursop" leaves in each pack. In the past my mom sent me some and they got moldy and dry, had to throw them away. I ordered this sealer and asked my mom to send me some more leaves from trees she has at her yard in Puerto Rico. They arrived fresh and I was able to seal them fresh and save them in the freezer. Im extremely happy. I use the leaves to make tea, its not been researched but the tea is said to be good against cancer cells and helps with inflammation. I've had cancer twice, suffer from fibromyalgia & sarcoidosis. I do get relief from the teas, Thank you Entrige, for making it possible for me to extend the freshness of my soursop leaves and my life. I have to admit, I went through my whole fridge and freezer sealing anything I found open, pantry as well. I also separated my dogs and cats treats and dry food in portions and sealed it. How cool is that! The pictures speak for themselves. This vacuum sealer will not disappoint you, as long as you follow the directions.
Esther : Read directions on how to take air out
The directions are good and work well. Just make sure you add the extra 2 1/2 inches over the size of what your sealing so it will fit into the machine properly. It would have been nice if there was room in the machine for a roll of plastic. Other than that , it['s a good buy. As for freshness, seals well, but haven't opened anything yet to answer that question..
Sarassheena : Don't, just don't.
This is cheaply made, the vacuum hasn't worked/doesn't work unless you get bag exactly where it's supposed to be. Air-bubbles. You get what you pay for, and I will not be going the cheap route anymore. No matter how many times they beg me to leave a good review - actually, it's more like a BRIBE. Not for any money would I recommend this.
Little Lulu : I would like to know what the warranty is on this product
I bought this item from Amazon in July 2020. It worked great right out of the box, sealing large packages of meats into ones that were well suited for1. I went to use it today, Boo!, no heating element. The vacuum works but it is useless because the heat doesn't seal the bag. I looked on the box and found an email entrige.com, doesn't work. I believe I'll think long and hard before I purchase a product from a company that you cannot contact for a warranty issue. ***Update*** I have received emails from Entrige offering me $30 Amazon gift cards if I change my 1 star rating to a 5 star. No Sir, I cannot be bought for anything, my review stands as it is!
the computer geek : There is a right way and not so right way to use this.
I bought this brand after doing a lot of research on food savers and going with the reader feedback for Entrige. The biggest complaint seemed to be getting it to seal. When I received I was ready to use it on some fresh veggies and meat I had ready to go into the freezer. It took a couple times to figure out the sealing procedure and how to get the best seal. I was following the directions to press down on the corners to get the lid to lock down. Even doing that I could see I didn't have a total seal. Found out that what works best is to press the corners down from both the top and the bottom at the same time and wait until I hear the click to make sure it is truly closed and locked. This means I have to lift the machine up a little to reach under and hold down which is a little tricky when you have a bag in there. But practice makes perfect and it is working fine and the seal is nice and tight. I am happy with this Entrige food saver and think it was worth the price I paid for it. Only time is going to tell if this product will continue to seal well so I can keep my food fresh in the freezer.
Reader : Game Changer
I first ordered a cheaper brand than this one and immediately regretted it and returned it and then tried this one. Because I came from a crappy one with crappy instructions this one feels like a miracle! Soooo easy to use and the instruction manual is very thorough and detailed and gives great suggestions and makes everything so easy to do! It also taught me something amazing...that cooked meat when vacuum sealed can last 10-15 days in the fridge!!! ????????????. It came with this beautiful cloth and the suction tube for accessories and a small starter assortment of bags. It works fast and well and if something doesn’t hold its seal just read their manual and they’ll tell you why! Most likely user error (fold in seam, food particles blocking seam etc). It’s also an attractive appliance so you can leave it on your counter for easy use. I bought it for long term food storage but after reading their manual I see that I will be using it daily for fridge items! Worth every penny. Don’t bother with cheaper ones from China, you get what you pay for.
Amazon Customer : Easy to use and works well.
I had been wanting a vacuum sealer for a long time and finally pulled the plug. As soon as I got this one I took several items that I had in my freezer in ziplock bags and vacuum sealed them. I sealed leftover pizza, sliced ham, and several bags of vegetables. It shrunk all the bags real tight just like packages you'd get from the store.
The main thing I wanted to seal was soup. I made a large pot of beef vegetable soup and froze individual servings in plastic bowls and once frozen, I took them out and vacuum sealed all of them. That worked much better than what I used to do, which was to stick a straw in the bags and suck out the air.
catwop-puss : suction...really suck the air out...dry only must read. foodsaver v entirge
it seem to work well bags ...if it lasts 7yr then name brand is gone... doesnt do wet well. does dry great. so bought 1 of each... for most your needs the entirge the best, it has sensors the foodsaver doesnt have... and you can select gentile over the full compress and the vacuum stays on while sealing to keep it tighter foodsavers doesnt... foodsaver has better bags thicker bags... they also have off brand bags that are great...entrige bags are to thin. the entrige doesnt do wet as well but if you on a table it will do wet better... with a little thoughtful prep. less moving parts on the entrige... foodsaver has a more robust vacuum chamber more durable, but both motors probably last the same. egtrig is cheaper and you can buy cheap replacement foam if your ruin your vacuum chamber. 30-40$-160$+ cheaper then foodsaver. more functions. food saver charges shipping it use warrenty 30$. id say just get the entrige unless your buying for the wet bay that foodsaver has. my foodsaver came new from amazon with scuff marks on an undamaged box...
Kindle Customer : Compact, quieter than most other sealers, works great
This is the first vacuum sealer I have owned and I purchased one at the urging of my sister who is an avid vacuum sealer user. She has one of those big clunky sealers that are LOUD but do the job. It is her 3rd vacuum sealer as she burned out the other two by not letting the unit cool off between sealing her bags. She gave me hints on how to get a good seal etc. and helped me figure out why the unit wasn't sealing well.
We discovered that in order to allow the cover to "click" into place you might have to PUSH DOWN ON ONE CORNER JUST UNTIL IT CLICKS AND THEN PUSH DOWN ON THE OPPOSITE CORNER. When we used both hands at the same time it would not click shut. If you don't click it shut it won't vacuum seal the bags. I suspect some of the reviews that say the sealer did not work were due to this little quirk in the sealer's design.
My sister was impressed with the tight seal and with how quiet it runs compared to hers. I like the different features and the rather wide heat seal at the top. She also mentioned that the seal was wider than the one on her sealer that cost closer to $200. You can choose a normal setting or a gentle setting and also whether the item inside is wet or dry. It does matter that you indicate wet or dry. Believe me. Even if you choose the wet setting be sure to watch carefully as you seal. If the liquid inside starts going towards the top of the bag, press the stop button or you will have liquid spilling into your sealer. Not only that but a wet bag won't seal properly so keep clean paper towels handy in case the sealer is faster than your stop button finger.
I failed to notice the insurance plan I could have purchased at the time and had to contact customer service and pay $8.99 for 4 years of coverage instead of $6.99 for 4 years had I added insurance to my cart at the time of purchase. So if you want to insurance plan, which I recommend, remember to add it on when you make your purchase.
The unit comes with a few pre-made bags, a roll of seal your own bag plastic, and a tube for vacuum sealing jars and containers.
If you are a vacuum sealer newbie I recommend this unit for it's simplicity, low cost, great suction capacity, small size, and lower noise level compared to other sealers. Just remember to add the insurance with your purchase and to push down on the lid one side at a time until the lid clicks into place before pressing the vacuum seal button.
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