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 2024
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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.
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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
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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.
Q:
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.
Q:
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
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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)
Shawn : Excellent Well Built Sealer
I was quite impressed with this vacuum sealer. I had limited experience with vacuum sealers as I last used one in the late 1970's. Yes, I am that old but still thinking young.
I was very impressed with this vacuum sealer when I first removed it from its box. It was very well built and you could tell this by its weight. The outer portion is aluminum or stainless steel and looks very nice. It is also very easy to clean with a simple wipe or two. The first time I used just the sealer I did not get a good seal. This is because it has to be used several times at first to warm up the sealing bar. This is in the manual but I overlooked it of course. After the sealing bar warmed up it worked perfectly and did not take long when sealing a bag. This is especially good when you buy the sealing material on a long roll and have to seal both ends. First you cut your desired length then seal the "bottom" of the bag. Flip the bag over and put your item in and place the other end in the proper area for a vacuum and a seal. The machine quickly removes the air from the bag after first sealing the open end. It signals you when it is finished and then you release the latches and you are done. Importantly, in order to get a good seal, make sure both latches on the top cover are secure before starting.
An added bonus is an attachment to remove the air from certain containers. I have never used any containers that could be vacuum sealed before. However, as soon a we can find what we need in vaccum sealable containers, we will.
Overall I am impressed with the build and quality of this vacuum sealer. In addition, I am very satisfied with the performance of this vacuum sealer. You cannot beat it for the price and I highly recommend this unit to anyone wanting to save money and food.
byakuya : Price, Function, Durability
I've had this vacuum sealer for over a month now and I can say with confidence that its worth every penny. I refrained myself from reviewing products personally, but this product just had to be shared. I've been using this for multiple purposes from sealing processed food to packaging items. It has been a month+ since I've begun to use it and it seems to be holding up and working flawlessly. For the price of $53.49 to include a Lifetime Warranty is just a steal, of course within reason of it breaking. I'm a first time user myself so I was personally a bit uneasy to be working with such a new product. It comes with easy step by step instructions easy enough to read and understand for anyone. I hope this review was helpful for those who were seeking questions.
Mark B : Easy to use and reliable
After toying with the idea of buying a food vacuum sealer for years, I finally took the plunge and am so happy I chose this product. My plan was to use it primarily for storing bulk food long term, as my wife and I both love Costco meats but rarely eat enough steak/chicken/pork/salmon to make it worth buying the large quantities. I have used it so far to make vacuum sealed freezer ready portions of all of the above meats. The sealer was easy to use with intuitive buttons and set up, although the instruction manual does spell everything out as well. I also have used it to marinate our meat and holy cow, compared to regular ziplock bags, there is SO much more flavor with vac sealing for the marinade as it allows for constant contact of the flavors. Lastly, I like that the product comes in a nice box which I plan to keep it in when not in use and it fits nicely in one of our bottom cupboards. Overall, highly recommend.
Lumpy Hulk : Take your time and make sure the sealing edge of the bag is clean and dry.
I like everything about this product. It is my first vacuum sealer to own. It does everything it says it will do. I’m sure this will be repetitive for some, but you can save time and MONEY by buying bulk meat. This is chicken breast in the pic. I tenderize it and season it as soon as I get it home. It saves a lot of time when I’m ready to grill. I’m sure there are other products on both sides of the spectrum that are less effective or simply a dream to use, but the Entrige really sucks and seals well. I had gotten a card with this product to give it a review. I wanted to wait until I used the product to give it an honest review, but I waited too long and now that offer isn’t redeemable any longer. That should tell you that my review is honest and SINCERE! Thank you for reading.
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.
D.R. : Works very well. What a timesaver.
This machine works very well. I sealed 11 bags of ground beef, 1 lb each. I think problems other buyers have experienced with it not sealing was due to user error because they didn't make sure the opening was smooth and wrinkle free. I had a couple not seal because of this, but they sealed well once I re-positioned and smoothed the edge. It's also important to leave enough space at the top to make it easier. This will save me a ton of money since I tend to leave food in the freezer and it gets freezer burn. So far I love it. I'll update my review after using it several more times.
UPDATE: 2 months later...... It worked well the last time I used it a couple of weeks ago. I got it out today to seal some meat, same as before, but now it will not vacuum out the air. I tried all the solutions in the Troubleshooting section of the product manual without success. I went to their website listed and it no longer exists. There is no phone number to be found anywhere. It looks like they may be out of business so I am returning it. I am downgrading the stars to one because I've only had it two months and used it only a couple of times. I give it one star because it worked well for that short time otherwise I'd give it zero stars for lack of any customer service.
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.
Cameron Andreasen : Edited Review: Not working after four months of use!!!
Great product for the price. I can’t speak to longevity because I just bought it but it worked great right out of the box.
***Update as of November 11, 2020 it completely stopped working. My first review was correct as it worked well and I am 4 months in and the machine isn’t working at all. Completely disappointing that after my return timeframe expires it dies. Spend the money, get a better brand, it’s worth it in the long run as I can vouch it will die on you four months in.
Larry D. Robb : Stylish and easy to use
For years we have been using a Food Saver vacuum sealer that we got at Goodwill. It finally gave up the ghost and we needed a replacement. Before posting a review, we wanted to test out all the functions and we can report that it works beautifully as advertised. It’s easy to remove just the right amount of air to keep from smashing delicate items. We also vacuum-sealed Mason jars using the adapters from our old Food Saver. Just to be sure it would work, we put the old Food Saver connector on one end of the canister hose so it would fit properly there. We are very happy with this purchase and hope it will last for a long time.
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.
Barb M. : Great features at a good price!
I bought this sealer for it's features--loved the dry/moist and the regular vacuum/gentle vacuum. settings. It was a good price. I'm sure it's a great machine as it had many excellent reviews but unfortunately I just got a defective one and had to return it. Right out of the box, it would vacuum like a champ but wouldn't go to the seal part of the cycle. It was a brand new one too, no problem there. There was a food sealer on sale locally that I found in the meantime, so I replaced it at the store but I wouldn't have been afraid to get an exchange. That's just my luck! I needed it right away for a big purchase of meat I had made to put in the freezer so I couldn't wait for the replacement.
I only took a star off due to the disappointment and the time/trouble to run it to our UPS store to return it as it's in the next town from ours.
Truth Monger : Feels flimsy and erratic resutls
I had a high end food saver that went bad after about 4 years so I bought this to save $$. It feels like the unit is very sensitive to how thick the bags you use. It gives very erratic result to the point I dont know if this unit is bad. I have to try multiple times to get it to work,.
When it works, it does the job adequately, but with having to snap down the cover fairly hard every time, and having to wait at least 40 seconds between seals it doesnt feel like this thing would last long. I will give it a few more days before deciding if I am returning it, but I do wish I bought the warranty when I purchased the item.
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.
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.
S. Will : Doesn't work as advertised, don't buy
I bought it for my husband as a gift and specifically purchased this one because it was recommended by a YouTube Chef we love, and the reviews seemed okay. Unfortunately it has never worked properly or consistently. As you can see in the video it just keeps making noise like it's vacuuming the air out if the bag, but it doesn't get all the air out and it doesn't seal. At other times it doesn't vacuum it will just seal the bag after two seconds of suction, leaving lots of air still in the bag. We have wasted so many bags trying to get this to work. Now we just went back to using ziplock bags. Such a waste of money. DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT!!!
Randy B. : Solid product, solid customer service
I used a Ziploc model 102 for ten years, and it worked reasonably well. I needed to buy an additional vacuum sealer and since Ziploc no longer is in that business, I searched Google for "Best vacuum sealer" to see comparisons and expert recommendations. On most of the websites, Entrige was ranked #1 or #2. I also reviewed Amazon, and found overwhelmingly positive reviews for the product and support. So I bought Entrige. So far I am quite pleased. It is easier to use than the Ziploc and there are far fewer rejects where the bags didn't seal. (due to better design and clearer instructions). I also liked that Entrige put in a "starter kit" of bags so I could try out which ones best fit my needs. While I haven't needed to contact customer support, Entrige sent me a "thank you" card that stressed their customer-focus, which is reassuring. I would certainly buy this product again.
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.
Treniece : I wanted to love it
Doesn't suck up all the air. After reading the reviews this was big let down.
The Reverend A.J. Miller : NOPE
For clarity, I did not write this review in exchange for a free or discounted item. In fact, i turned down multiple offers of a discount from the manufacturer in exchange for writing a more positive review, or just deleting it.
this machine was bought as a replacement for a different vacuum sealer, which failed after 12 minutes of use. I bough this unit based on positive user reviews and affordable price point.
I was unable to seal a single bag with this machine. at one point I let the vacuum run for 3 minutes (!!!) waiting for it to vacuum seal the bag, before trying to trick the machine and manually seal it while the vacuum was engaged. it wouldn't fully seal the bag, even without vacuum - as if there was several small breaks in the heating element.
In the end, to avoid my getting even more upset, I decided to go ahead and spend the money and ended up with a Nesco VS-12 vacuum sealer, which I am very pleased with.
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.
Melodie L. : Why did I wait so long?
Why did I wait so long to purchase a vacuum sealer? I’ve wasted so much food over the years but not anymore! This product works great and it’s so quick and easy to use. The first thing I sealed were hamburger patties that were already frozen and stacked in a bag. I separated them and sealed 2 to a package because there are only two people in our house. Usually they end up getting so much freezer burn that they get tossed. I’m confident that they will stay perfectly sealed and ready for the grill whenever I need them. Next I sealed homemade protein bars that tended to go stale or grow mold before they were consumed. They are costly and I’ve had to throw to many away, wasting more money. It comes with some bags and a small roll of plastic bags to cut to the length you need. It also comes with an attachment to use for special containers. It will reseal chip bags, no need for bag clips and keeps your chips fresh. So many times I’ve had to throw away fresh fruit or vegetables because I didn’t get to use them before they went bad. I look forward to sealing them to help them stay fresh longer.
Larry D. Robb : Stylish and easy to use
For years we have been using a Food Saver vacuum sealer that we got at Goodwill. It finally gave up the ghost and we needed a replacement. Before posting a review, we wanted to test out all the functions and we can report that it works beautifully as advertised. It’s easy to remove just the right amount of air to keep from smashing delicate items. We also vacuum-sealed Mason jars using the adapters from our old Food Saver. Just to be sure it would work, we put the old Food Saver connector on one end of the canister hose so it would fit properly there. We are very happy with this purchase and hope it will last for a long time.
Dad the engineer : Terrific vacuum sealer!
I've had other vacuum sealers in the past and paid a lot more for them, but this one is better. I was skeptical at first for the amount that it cost. However, I read the reviews and figured I'd take the risk. With all the Covid stuff going on I wanted to be a little more prepared and get all my frozen meats out of zip lock bags and vacuum sealed. So far, I've only use the bag sealer and it has done beautifully. For first time vacuum sealers, as word of advice, it is best to flash freeze your meat first (using another bag or even a tray). Lay all the meat out individually. Then you take the frozen meat and place them in the vacuum sealer bags. It really does a great job eliminating the air. There is also a setting for moist or dry foods. I even vacuum seal bread. Just place the bread in the freezer (in original packaging) overnight and the next day place it in vacuum sealer bag. I am pleased with this purchase. The product looks good and is quick/easy to use.
Angel Chandler : Spend a little more and get a better one
It's a good machine for the price, but I'd pay a little more for an easier to use one. You have to push down, hard, to get it to snap in place for use. Also, if the bag doesn't line up exactly it won't work, not one tiny bit of wiggle room. Sometimes I have to open it up and line it up a few times before it works. It does the job once you snap it in place if you have the bag lined up perfectly and you hold your tongue just right.
Shawn : Excellent Well Built Sealer
I was quite impressed with this vacuum sealer. I had limited experience with vacuum sealers as I last used one in the late 1970's. Yes, I am that old but still thinking young.
I was very impressed with this vacuum sealer when I first removed it from its box. It was very well built and you could tell this by its weight. The outer portion is aluminum or stainless steel and looks very nice. It is also very easy to clean with a simple wipe or two. The first time I used just the sealer I did not get a good seal. This is because it has to be used several times at first to warm up the sealing bar. This is in the manual but I overlooked it of course. After the sealing bar warmed up it worked perfectly and did not take long when sealing a bag. This is especially good when you buy the sealing material on a long roll and have to seal both ends. First you cut your desired length then seal the "bottom" of the bag. Flip the bag over and put your item in and place the other end in the proper area for a vacuum and a seal. The machine quickly removes the air from the bag after first sealing the open end. It signals you when it is finished and then you release the latches and you are done. Importantly, in order to get a good seal, make sure both latches on the top cover are secure before starting.
An added bonus is an attachment to remove the air from certain containers. I have never used any containers that could be vacuum sealed before. However, as soon a we can find what we need in vaccum sealable containers, we will.
Overall I am impressed with the build and quality of this vacuum sealer. In addition, I am very satisfied with the performance of this vacuum sealer. You cannot beat it for the price and I highly recommend this unit to anyone wanting to save money and food.
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.
barbara : Easy Peasey and fun!
This is the first food sealer I have owned and it seems to do a very good job. I researched a lot of different food sealers to find one that was well rated, easy to clean and didn't cost a small fortune. I think I found it with the Entrige! I re-sealed all the frozen meats that I had in my freezer-just took them out of the freezer bags they were in and placed them into a new food sealer bag and sealed them up. This is WAY better than sucking the air out of a freezer bag with a straw! I am looking forward to frequent use of this machine. It was a little tricky at first to learn how to press on both sides to lock it before sealing, but once figured out it was an easy, repetitive operation to re-package about 20 packages of meat. Looking good from the first experience!I It is going to be easy to store until needed and I think I prefer the option of cutting from a roll rather than using ready made bags. Using a small personal home office paper cutter worked dandy for measuring length and giving a nice straight cut to the edge. Happy user so far!
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.
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.
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.
MDIrwin : So Easy!
I can not believe I did not buy this earlier! So easy to use and it has already saved me money. I received the Vacuum Sealer Machine by Entrige four days after ordering it! Loved that! Since then I have sealed a months worth of meat and veggies, but more importantly Left-overs! I always make more spaghetti sauce than I use in one meal. Most of the time it goes to waste. Now I freeze it in a plastic container, a serving at a time, then vacuum seal it. Now I just do the boiling bag and eat thing! Nothing wasted! I am disabled. Many nights I am unable to stand over the stove and cook a meal. So TV Dinners. :-( Now I cook several meals in larger quantities, when I can, and freeze single portions for when I can not cook! Wonderful! It, the Vacuum Sealer Machine by Entrige also saves me money because nothing goes to waste, and I can buy bigger and portion things up. I had always thought this would have been overly expensive, but by buying the rolls it is just the opposite, quite affordable. Give this a try, I believe you will like it as much as I am!
P.S. The cleaning cloth they include is a wonderful touch! Keeps the machine clean without scratches!
Overstreet : Good design. Works like it is suppose to.
To the folks who say that it does not have enough suction, I would ask that you try pushing down on the four corners of the lid until you hear the latches click into place. It is not able to get a good seal if this is not done properly. My previous vacuum sealer had to be held closed in a certain way in order to get it to seal properly. It also did not work on all bag types. Once you close this one up, the design assures that there is a smooth even seal. I also tried it on some of the bags the previous sealer had problems with. Those bags are thicker and stronger. This machine sealed them as well as the thinner bags. There us also a hose attachment to seal containers as well as bags. I haven't tried this yet but, based on the overall quality and performance, I expect it to work as well as the bags.
Dad the engineer : Terrific vacuum sealer!
I've had other vacuum sealers in the past and paid a lot more for them, but this one is better. I was skeptical at first for the amount that it cost. However, I read the reviews and figured I'd take the risk. With all the Covid stuff going on I wanted to be a little more prepared and get all my frozen meats out of zip lock bags and vacuum sealed. So far, I've only use the bag sealer and it has done beautifully. For first time vacuum sealers, as word of advice, it is best to flash freeze your meat first (using another bag or even a tray). Lay all the meat out individually. Then you take the frozen meat and place them in the vacuum sealer bags. It really does a great job eliminating the air. There is also a setting for moist or dry foods. I even vacuum seal bread. Just place the bread in the freezer (in original packaging) overnight and the next day place it in vacuum sealer bag. I am pleased with this purchase. The product looks good and is quick/easy to use.
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.
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.
MDIrwin : So Easy!
I can not believe I did not buy this earlier! So easy to use and it has already saved me money. I received the Vacuum Sealer Machine by Entrige four days after ordering it! Loved that! Since then I have sealed a months worth of meat and veggies, but more importantly Left-overs! I always make more spaghetti sauce than I use in one meal. Most of the time it goes to waste. Now I freeze it in a plastic container, a serving at a time, then vacuum seal it. Now I just do the boiling bag and eat thing! Nothing wasted! I am disabled. Many nights I am unable to stand over the stove and cook a meal. So TV Dinners. :-( Now I cook several meals in larger quantities, when I can, and freeze single portions for when I can not cook! Wonderful! It, the Vacuum Sealer Machine by Entrige also saves me money because nothing goes to waste, and I can buy bigger and portion things up. I had always thought this would have been overly expensive, but by buying the rolls it is just the opposite, quite affordable. Give this a try, I believe you will like it as much as I am!
P.S. The cleaning cloth they include is a wonderful touch! Keeps the machine clean without scratches!
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.
Dad the engineer : Terrific vacuum sealer!
I've had other vacuum sealers in the past and paid a lot more for them, but this one is better. I was skeptical at first for the amount that it cost. However, I read the reviews and figured I'd take the risk. With all the Covid stuff going on I wanted to be a little more prepared and get all my frozen meats out of zip lock bags and vacuum sealed. So far, I've only use the bag sealer and it has done beautifully. For first time vacuum sealers, as word of advice, it is best to flash freeze your meat first (using another bag or even a tray). Lay all the meat out individually. Then you take the frozen meat and place them in the vacuum sealer bags. It really does a great job eliminating the air. There is also a setting for moist or dry foods. I even vacuum seal bread. Just place the bread in the freezer (in original packaging) overnight and the next day place it in vacuum sealer bag. I am pleased with this purchase. The product looks good and is quick/easy to use.
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
JudyD : Bag doesn't fully seal across top
Brand new out of the box today. I tried to seal 2 c chopped rhubarb for the freezer. The unit pulled a good vacuum and the 'seal' light came on as expected. However, as soon as I opened the unit I could see and hear air sucking back into the bag. I tried 4 times. I trimmed the supplied bag down to get to fresh plastic, wiped it with a paper towel, tried a new bag. Nothing. On the 5th attempt, after pressing the 'vac seal' button and watching the vacuum, I pressed the 'seal' button manually and the bag finally sealed. I had a Food Saver that lasted 15+ yrs, and an off-brand that lasted 10+ yrs. This one is going back tomorrow. No, I do NOT recommend. The box includes a card for a $30 Amazon gift card for a 5-star review. I think this is why there are so many 5 star reviews.
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.
BrewCityMusic : Replaced my 13yr-old Foodsaver, and VERY glad i chose this model
After 16+ years my trusty FoodSaver Brand machine finally gave up the ghost, and after some research i decided to give this unit a try as i really don't need a cutter, bag storage, etc - I will be upfront and say that I was skeptical of a unit that cost this little (back in the day my FS was over $180) however I just spent about an hour putting it through its' paces and to be honest, I am QUITE impressed w the unit so far. Cycle time is much faster than the old FS unit, and this thing easily has (I would estimate) 2-3X the vac power that my old FS had when new.
A few things that aren't a gripe but will take some getting used to, on the old FS the weight was all in the base, on this one it's all in the top/lid, which makes for some sliding around until You get the hang of it. On the same note, the sealing element is in the lid, so it's a bit fiddly to guesstimate the exact place where the bag will seal, especially if You like to double-seal like I do (worst case scenario until You get the hang of it You will waste maybe 1/4" of bag) ... Also, this unit is quite a bit louder than the FS, but that's just fine and likely a product of having a MUCH stronger vac motor. Don't seal stuff at 3AM and nobody will notice, LOL.
The drip tray on this model is fairly shallow, but it's quite wide and should be easy to clean - also, the old FS had levers on each side to lock it down for sealing where this is a "press-to-lock" style, again, just a slightly different procedure due to a different design so not a big deal - it DOES take a bit of elbow-grease to lock it, but I am guessing as the foam seals break in this will become easier (and a tight fit makes for a tight seal so no complaints there).
All in all, Given the price point and vac strength - I have nothing but thumbs up for this sealer so far. Personally, I doubt I will have a use for the 2 vac strengths except maybe for prepping Sous Vide, but I prefer to prep the product frozen anyhow and allow it to thaw with whatever seasonings, etc I put in the bag (and I like a tightly sealed bag when doing Sous Vide to preserve the juices, etc while cooking IN the meat, not the bag) ... I have a bunch of the FS lids and containers that work fine w this unit that I generally use to preserve things that can easily crush (dried Morels, etc) - again, these are just my observations, You may have different needs.
I guess the best way to sum up this review is to say that the function of the unit exceeded my expectations, and of course after using my old trusty FS several times a week over the last 16yrs a few different "tricks" to using the new one are to be expected. I would guess that if THIS was the first one I had, I would be off-the-charts happy with it, and at the price point, there is no excuse NOT to have a Vac Sealer. On a side note, they included a small (I'm guessing 10ft, maybe?) roll of bags and a stack of pre-cut, as well as a nice microfiber (no really - not your average junk, but a nice, 2-layer stitched 12X12) which was a nice touch. The real only downside I can see that I know will bother Me down the road is that I am used to a spot under my old unit to wrap/store the cord, which this doesn't have - but I already have a nice velour bag from a guitar pedal rig that fits it quite well, so I'm likely to not sweat that as long as this lasts a few years.
Larry D. Robb : Stylish and easy to use
For years we have been using a Food Saver vacuum sealer that we got at Goodwill. It finally gave up the ghost and we needed a replacement. Before posting a review, we wanted to test out all the functions and we can report that it works beautifully as advertised. It’s easy to remove just the right amount of air to keep from smashing delicate items. We also vacuum-sealed Mason jars using the adapters from our old Food Saver. Just to be sure it would work, we put the old Food Saver connector on one end of the canister hose so it would fit properly there. We are very happy with this purchase and hope it will last for a long time.
Treniece : I wanted to love it
Doesn't suck up all the air. After reading the reviews this was big let down.
D. R. : Excellent and simple to use vacuum sealer!
Very pleased with this Entridge Vacuum Sealer. It does everything the product description claims and works flawlessly.
I had considered some of the larger, more expensive brands but I'm glad I decided on this model since it has a small footprint on the kitchen counter and has a stainless steel lid cladding that matches our other appliances.
At first, I had a couple of bags that weren't sealing because I had a wrinkle in the bag, but the trick to eliminating this is once the bag is in place, lock one side of the top and then with your now free hand, gently pull the other side of the bag taught before locking in the other side. Works every time.
As of this writing, as others have said, the company offers a gift certificate for leaving a review. As a long time Amazon buyer that relies on verified purchasers' reviews to help make buying decisions, I would not leave a good review to mislead others. This product absolutely deserves 5 stars because it's great!
Antoinette Trinidad : Buyer Beware!
After a few weeks of use this vacuum sealer started to consistently overheat even with light use! Customer service is unresponsive so warranty doesn’t matter... they state the item has a lifetime warranty. Buyer beware... I’ve learned my lesson. Now in trash.
AW : It works!
There are so many vacuum sealers on sale at Amazon with varying features and price points, making it very difficult for a first time buyer like me to find one that works as advertised. After a few weeks of research, I still couldn't decide on which one to buy. I went with Entrige because of the specs and consistently positive reviews. No, it's not the cheapest, and nor does it have the built-in cutter and compartment for the vacuum sealer rolls, two features I initially really desired. But according to the reviews, it seems to offer strong suction power and tight seal, which is important to sous vide, as well as costs less than $50, I decided to pull the trigger.
I have used the vacuum sealer several times since I received it about two weeks ago. So far so good...I vacuum sealed vegetables and didn't notice any sign of air in the bags after a few days. I also used it to vacuum sealed a few bags of protein for sous vide cooking. Sealing dry food (e.g., protein with dry rub) was very easy. Vacuum-sealed moist food like marinated meat was a bit tricky - I was able to seal the bags easily as long as I was careful enough to keep the moisture out of the area nearby the closure. I wasn't able to vacuum-seal the moist food, but the machine was able to suck some air out and seal the bags. According to the manual, one is supposed the freeze the moist food first before vacuum seal it, so I wasn't disappointed. After 2 hours of sous vide cooking, there was no water getting in the bags, which proves the machine does what it advertises!
The machine has nice design - it has stainless steel finish on the top and is not bulky. The clean-up is easy too. Overall, I am pleased with the purchase.
Shelly Dunn : It seals...and that's about it
No vacuum power at all and very noisy. I'm assuming, by all the positive reviews, I just received a defective machine (it happens sometimes) but I am going to return and not take any chances on another one. Disappointed after all the good reviews I sae.
Tyler Morgan : Seals food well at a fantastic price point!
I purchased this vacuum sealer and have used it for approximately one month. I wanted to run it through the ringer before leaving a review and I have to say, it held up to everything I have thrown at it. Wet food, dry food, delicate food, sharp bones in hard food. I have had no issues! I recently started making my own sausages and when I brought some over to a friend (who owns a butcher shop) he marveled at the quality of the packaging and mentioned how he has had many problems in the past with other vacuum sealers busting the sausage castings. I directed him towards this product and he has since, purchased it and shares my upmost appreciation for it's quality. If you are on the fence about purchasing, take Shia Lebouf's advice and "JUST DO IT". No more frostbitten food from the archimedes method of displacing the air in a ziplock bag by dunking it in a sink full of water. Just Frozen food, easily thawed, with no hassle! Thank you for taking the time to read this review! Hopefully you purchase this product and share in my enthusiasm!
SaMimi : DO NOT BUY!!
DO NOT BUY THIS PRODCUT! IT IS JUNK! I wanted to like this, but it's a poor piece of equipment that does not work properly. The bags, and I have tried differnt brands, never keep their seal. I have had a vacuum sealer before that was good until it was not. This one just always sucks. And not even the way it's supposed to.
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