Potane Vacuum Sealer Machine, 85kPa Pro Vacuum Food Sealer, 8-in-1 Easy Presets, 4 Food Modes, Dry&Moist&Soft&Delicate with Starter Kit, Compact Design(Silver)… review and price compare 2025
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- KEEP FOOD FRESHER & SAVE MONEY: The POTANE VS2690 vacuum sealers use enhanced heating wires and brushless motor. While other barginbrands use small heating wires and cheaper motor, That's why we ensure a 2-year no-hassle return guarantee and 5-year warranty, save your money by choosing a trustworthy machine.
- 8-In-1 EASY PRESETS&SMART CONTROL SYSTEM: 4 operation modes and four vacuum sealing modes. It can precisely FEEL and vacuum according to the type of foods.
- SLOPING TOP DESIGN: The sloping top design prevents the juice from being drawn out while vacuuming foods like meat. It also ensures the vacuum sealer bags to be fully used.
- ETL TESTED & CERTIFIED: The POTANE vacuum sealer is ETL certified by Nationally Recognized Test Laboratories (NRTLs) for compliance with applicable product safety standards, SAFETY IS OUR NUMBER 1 PRIORITY.
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Questions about Potane Vacuum Sealer Machine, 85kPa Pro Vacuum Food Sealer, 8-in-1 Easy Presets, 4 Food Modes, Dry&Moist&Soft&Delicate with Starter Kit, Compact Design(Silver)…
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where is it made?
Answer: This machine is made in one of our Chinese cooperator factories(we also cooperate with some factories in Philippines), where our rival brands like FoodSaver are also set up here.
Answer: It is made in China.
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how long does the food stay fresh?
Answer: I have an ancient Food Saver machine. I also have a chest freezer I keep at minus 10-15 degrees F. (measured with a thermometer). About 12 years ago, I lost a vac-packed strip steak in the bottom of the freezer. When I found the steak, I thawed and sautéed it. Perfectly fresh. Of course, YMMV depending on type of freezer and temperature at which you keep it.
Answer: I have had frozen beef that lasted over 1 year. My mushrooms in a sealed canister will extend the life by about another 7 to 10 days in the fridge.
Answer: beef will last over 5 years, pork will last over 3 years and chicken will last over 1 year in the freezer.
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Does the Starter Kit come with bags?
Answer: It it comes with 2 rolls of bag material that you can cut to the size bag you need. I hope this was helpful.
Answer: Yes there are some bags that come with the package.
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How much hamburger meat can you seal at one. time ?
Answer: I have done 10 pounds at once. I portioned them into one-pound balls, placed in vacuum bag, vacuum sealed them and then flattened them before freezing. I had to wait a minute or so between each bag but got all 10 done. Have not done more than that so far, thou8gh.
Answer: I don't think there is reasonable limit. What works for me is to separate into portion size and freeze.
Answer: That really depends on the size of the bag you are using. And whether you are cooking the hamburger first. You can stuff the bags pretty full. Just leave space at the top for the sealing.
Answer: The bags are cut to the size needed for the portion you would be vacuum sealing. I would seal one pound sizes but it would be up to you.
Answer: You can easily fit in 4 quarter-pound patties in the small seal bags.
Answer: It depends on the bag size.
Answer: Depends on how big you make your bag!
Answer: That depends on the size of the bag you are using.
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Where can I get the accessories for canning?
Answer: You can get them from thier website or here on Amazon.
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How many lieters per minute will it vacuum?
Answer: I purchased this at the request from my wife. She says it great.
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My new potane sealer makes a hooting noise when i press down on the sides to lock them. does this signal trouble ahead? thank you.
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Does this work on things that are dry and finely ground? Such as ground coffee, flour, etc? Would it still only pull the air out?
Answer: It can work on powder such as flour and ground coffee, please leave 3-5 inches of bag material and also use a folded paper towel between food and top of the bag.
Answer: It can work on powder such as flour and ground coffee, please leave 3-5 inches of bag material and also use a folded paper towel between food and top of the bag.
Answer: I am not sure. With a product like flower or coffee, it might be pulled out with the vacuum. I would suggest using a vacuum seal canister for something like that. This would save you on bag material as you can seal the container, open it when you need to access the contents and then reseal it. These containers are great because you can reseal an endless amount of times. Hope this helps you some.
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Which vacuum sealer are the best
Answer: This one works good
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Can this seal 15" wide rolls? I need something wider than 11 inches.
Answer: No it can only seal bags no more wider than 12 inches.
Answer: No. You should contact the seller they may have a bigger one.
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What is the vacuum pressure?
Answer: Good
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Funciona con 240 Volts?
Answer: The rated voltage is 120V and cannot be used under 240V voltage.
Answer: Hola, Esta es sólo para 110 volts .
Answer: No, solo es 110, al conectarlo a un 240v quemaras ciertas resistencias. te recomiendo que no lo hagas.
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has anybody used this for fresh veggies such as zucchini?
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Are there extra bags with this machine? and, when done vacuuming, does it slice the bag? is there a slicer embedded in machine? or need scissors? thx
Answer: The cutter come with the machine is not a built-in one. But it is very easy and safe to use. Surrounding the blade is a circle of ABS material which is BPA free.
Answer: Yes, it comes with bags. No, it doesn't slice the bag. No, there is not a slicer embedded in the machine. If you have never had a food sealer you may like this, but I have always had FoodSaver and this one seemed inferior.
Answer: I do not remember if it came with bags because we added bags to our order. You will need to cut your own bags. This is like most other vacuum sealing machines. You cut the bag and seal one end, then vacuum seal the other end with your food.
Answer: No extra bags. But, there is an offer for bags if you leave a review of the product. There is a separate hand-held slicer they give you or you could use scissors, but there is not built-in slicer.
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How long does it take to get this machine
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Does this come with an accessory hose?
Answer: Yes. Mine came with the accessory hose which fits inside the machine.
Answer: It is supposed to come with one. Mine didn’t come in my package though.
Answer: If it is not in your package, please contact us and we will send you one immediately for free.
Answer: No it doesn't.
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Hola Yo quiero recibir este producto antes del 18 de noviembre, es posible ?
Answer: Yes, of course, you can choose "expedited shipping" when you order this product, it will arrive the next day after your purchase. Normally our product will be delivered within 2-3 days.
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Are the bags that are included with this product bpa free or sous vide safe?
Answer: No it’s not
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Where is my $30.00 amazon gift card?? i jumped through all the hoops! thank you potane.
Answer: Any questions please contact the customer support. Thanks!
Answer: Well, that changes things. This seller buys 5-star reviews?
Answer: I received mine. Did you do all the steps in the instructions and send them the email confirmation with proof of the review?
Answer: This changes things for me too. I am staying away!
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Will the included hose fit Food Saver accessories?
Answer: I don't know, I gave up on Food Saver brand many years ago.
Answer: Yes
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Where can I find vacuum seal canisters that work with this sealer? Amazon doesn't seem to carry their brand canisters.
Answer: Amazon sells canisters comparable with POTANE vacuum Sealer Machines. There are the POTANE Vacuum Storage Canister & Lunch Box which are are sold here on Amazon. Those are small and are good for small items. I used them for marinating small steaks and chicken filets. I have also purchased and used the Magic Vac 2.5 liter container that works with Potane. Potane has a common hose connector compatible with many different brands of vacuum containers. I also have purchased wine stoppers that worked fine with POTANE also.
Answer: https://www.amazon.com/POTANE-Vacuum-Storage-Canister-Lunch/dp/B08NFPVZQ8/ref=asc_df_B08NFPVZQ8/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=475771454365&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2381889194896372686&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005554&hvtargid=pla-1167918798174&psc=1
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Will it work on 220 volt?
Answer: I use it at 110 Volts. It doesn't have a converter to 220 Volts, so I can suppose that will not work at 220V.
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Where do I get replacement bags
Answer: On Amazon go to: POTANE 6 Pack 11"x20'(3Rolls) and 8"x20' (3Rolls)Thickened Vacuum Sealer Bags , Smell-Proof, Puncture Prevention, Heavy duty for POTANE,
Answer: https://www.amazon.com/POTANE-Smell-Proof-Puncture-Prevention-Commercial/dp/B08BRPYGKX/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=potane+vacuum+sealer+bags&qid=1620747689&sr=8-4
Answer: Replacement bags you can order or go to youtube for the best and most economical ways to get bags you will be impressed and enlighten
Answer: I ordered the Potane 6 pack on Amazon.
Answer: Amazon
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Does this have automatic bag detection?
Answer: No it does not
Answer: No, doesn't have.
Answer: No
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how do you write a review for this product i got as a gift?
Answer: Go to website or get in touch with Amazon I just love mibes
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Will this vacuum and seal mason jar lids?
Answer: Because most mason jars have no holes in the lid, so it cannot be sealed and vacuumed. If you need to store food in an airtight jar, I suggest you use Potane’s Canister, it can be vacuumed and sealed.
Answer: You can, yes. Theres a seperate attachment you can buy for that. I havent seen one made by this brand but its compatible with the food saver "jar style" attachment that fits with this hose.
Answer: It does have an additional air tube to use for lids or whatever else.
Answer: No it won’t. Unless there is some type of adapter available?
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Which option do i need to choose for storing homemade jerky beef meat? Regular seal and vacumme or moist option?
Answer: that depends if you are letting it marinate to dehydrate it in moist. if it is already done in vacuum and normal sealing.
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Will any brand vacuum bag work with this sealer?
Answer: Yes, any brand vacuum sealer bags can work with this sealer.
Answer: I have only used the ones that came with it. Good timing however, I was just going to open the bags that I bought from Amazon and haven used. I also have not opened the bags that were sent to me from Potane. Today I'm making soup and decided to put it into bags instead of Tupperware container as the bags take up less space, and my garage freezer is getting full. Ask me again next week and I will definitely know the answer. If all else fails, send your question to Potane Customer Service. They have been outstanding with their help.
Answer: Yes as long as they are vacuum sealer bags.
Answer: I have used several brand name bags and have had no problems whatsoever.
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Can this be used with the rolls or is it bags only?
Answer: You can use bags or rolls. I prefer rolls, I can make them to the sizes I need. I reuse the bags later for smaller packages of vac pack needs.
Answer: This machine can be used with vacuum seal bags rolls and precut bags. Bags rolls need to be cut before using.
Answer: Rolls work great. Cut length, seal one end, put items in, vacuum seal. Just one extra step with using the rolls, but you have no waste.
Answer: Rolls and bags. Bags come in different sizes; need to be able to hold contents easily so you can vacuum and seal properly
Answer: Rolls work fine you just need to cut twice. First to seal the bottom and then cut to size you need, insert the item and then seal again. I think that is why folks purchase the bags. The machine comes with a couple rolls of to use. BTW this machine works really well. Wife is sealing Xmas cookies to ship across the country.
Answer: Yes, you can use both. The discussion on the Amazon listing says you can use both and shows the option of buying both with the initial purchase of the sealer itself
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How does it compare to the function of a food saver brand machine?
Answer: I bought this one because my foodsaver v850 failed after six uses... Very happy with the Potane brand.
Answer: That’s what I had and for me it’s better . Has a stronger seal and the vac-pac seems to be better. Nice design to and far cheaper hope that helps !
Answer: I am not sure but I can tell you this works and seals wonderfully. Easy to use as well. I recommend it!
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I need that the divice will arrive at 18 November, Its possible?
Answer: Yes, of course, you can choose "expedited shipping" when you order this product, it will arrive the next day after your purchase. Normally our product will be delivered within 2-3 days.
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Este modelo sirve para bolsas lisas? o solo bolsas standar de labrado?
Answer: No tengo idea. Yo las uso con las bolsas que trae el equipo
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Does the machine come with a bag cutter
Answer: No, it does not. Instructions suggest using scissors or cutters, then seal one end, place items in bag and seal other end.
Answer: Yes. The boxes of bag refills i have opened also had bag cutters enclosed.
Answer: Yes but it is not a built cutter. A hand held cutter
Answer: No it doesn't.
Answer: No
Answer: Yes it does
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A red light comes on during vacuum and seal process is this normal? Also its very loud during the vacuum process is that normal?
Answer: Yes the red light will be on when you press the vac&seal button and it operates. By the way the sound may be a little loud for newbies but it's normal comparing with other vacuum sealer machines.
Answer: The red light comes on when the bag is being sealed. The vacuum noise is normal.
Answer: Red light is normal, but mine is not that loud.
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Saw the video the first person posted. is it normal for the machine to be so loud? newbie here. want to preserve fresh hot peppers and meats. thx
Answer: The ones ive messed with that actually do a good job make some noise. Ive used 2 that were whisper quite, but they were junk that barely vacuumed enough to be effective for "preserving" and died rather quickly.
Answer: It will be loud all the times for this type of machine. Putting food in the storage bag and sealed is all the same except wet food should be dried by paper before sealing.
Answer: Yes, this is our second food sealer, and both are loud when sealing. First one was Food Saver brand.
Answer: Mine is not loud and works great.
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how wide a bag
Answer: It comes with 5 each of an 8” and 11” wide bags.
Answer: It’s wonderfull I buy before 3 and return it, but this my dream. I’ll recommend to my freinds
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Will this do 1 pint vacuum seal zip lock bags?
Answer: Dear customer, the vacuum sealer can work with vacuum seal zip lock bags. You can use the hose to finish it. Please see related videos on YOUTUBE or ask the seller of zip lock bags.
Answer: For just sealing yes but the fumes from bags like that (which literally melt not just heat seal) probably arent very good to be filling your house with for health reasons not just the awful stench and they kinda melt and ruin the heating element. Also they dont hold up well for vacuuming AND sealing.
Answer: I haven't used my sealer yet but I assume it will let you use pint bags because when I ordered the bags for this sealer it came in pint, quart & gallon size bags.
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Is there a hose with wine corks to seal wine bottles? Are sealable cansters available?
Answer: No.
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Can you use individual bags or only works with rolls??
Answer: Individual bags wirk
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Does this start sealing as soon as the lid is closed, or do you need to press a button?
Answer: Mine started as soon as the top was securely in place. When closing the top you should hear a "click" indicating it is closed then it should start.
Answer: You have to press the button, one button is for sealing and the other is to vacuum seal
Answer: of course not, must press buttons
Answer: You have to press a button.
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how wide of a bag will it seal?
Answer: It will seal an 11" bag perfectly every time.
Answer: It comes with an 8inch roll and 11in roll. The 11 inch looks to me like the widest I would go. You could make it as deep as you wanted.
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Has anyone used this for meal prepping?
Answer: Not exactly sure what you mean, but I use to prep my food for storage in freezer and long-term storage of dry foods. If you are looking for a vacuum sealer, you can't beat this machine for reliability.
Answer: Yes all the time. As a professional chef, I use my soups vide machine a lot and I love the cryovac Machine by Potane. Due to the COVID 19 issue I bought, cryovac and froze over 100 lbs of beef, chicken and pork. A definite buy ‘
Answer: Vacumes and seals very good. You have to use Potane bags or it won't work.
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Does this have a removable drip tray?
Answer: Not removable,All together in one piece!
Answer: No it’s built in but easy to clean
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Does your vacuum sealer come with a jar sealer?
Answer: It does come with the hose that you would attach to a jar for vacuum sealing.
Answer: There is a hose that is housed inside the lid for use with canisters that have port holes to evacuate and create a vacuum air out. The canisters are sold separately.
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During 5 years warranty period, if vacuum stopping working and send back to fix it, buyer or seller, who pay shipping cost?
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Do you honor the warranty for international customers?
Answer: Evidently they don't honor warranty
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Will it seal mylar?
Answer: The machine can seal snack bags and some other plastic bags but cannot vacuum them.
Answer: The machine can seal snack bags and some other plastic bags but can not vacuum them.
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Does this have automatic bag sealer?
Answer: Yes, this unit vacuums and automatically seals the bag. There is also an option to manually seal if you prefer.
Answer: No
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Can you use a variety of bag widths with this machine or only one size?
Answer: The sealing width of our machine is 12.2 inches, and most bags on the market are 6'', 8'' or 11'' inches wide. So this machine is useful with any bag widths you can find on the market.
Answer: This machine is available for any bag you can find on the market. The sealing width of our machine is 12.2 inches, and most bags on the market is 6'', 8'' or 11'' inches wide. So all of them work.
Answer: The Potane food saver is just under 12" wide where the bags are inserted. The bags sent to me from Potane are 8" wide as are the ones I purchased from Amazon. At this point I have only used the 8" bags. I have all sorts of items that have been stored in the freezer and 8" has suited me well. I would imagine bags over 12" wide will not fit. So far, I have enjoyed using mine and feel it was a great purchase for me.
Answer: Yes, you can use a variety of bag sizes, as long as the width of the bag fits within the vacuum opening. As long as the bag mouth fits in, you can seal it. We also bought the bag material so we can make longer bags and seal them on both ends for real flexibility.
Answer: I can use different size bags.
Answer: Yes I had extra bags leftover from a previous sealer
Answer: Yes, 11 inch and smaller. I use 11 inch, 8 inch and the split 11 inch which becomes about 5 1/2 inch.
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I see 8 inch size bags by potane. Is this machine able to process 11 inch bags from other brands?
Answer: Yes, I bought this compact unit because I can use my existing supply of 11 inch bags and rolls.
Product reviews of Potane Vacuum Sealer Machine, 85kPa Pro Vacuum Food Sealer, 8-in-1 Easy Presets, 4 Food Modes, Dry&Moist&Soft&Delicate with Starter Kit, Compact Design(Silver)…
golfishunts : So far so good...
Very pleased so far. Haven't run into any issues. The lid is very tight and requires some force to get it to latch but other than that it works well. I've used it for steaks, burgers, and chicken so far. Food stored great without any freezer burn. It's nice to pull out a frozen burger and throw it on the grille. You'd never know it had been frozen first.
C.B. : A Happy Sealer
This is only my second vacuum sealer machine it is far superior than my first one, it is easy too use, very compact doesn't take up too much room to store, seals really well and I would definitely recommend it .cant wait to seal more food has have been without one for a while need to go shopping. As a senior whose eyesight is not too great they were kind enough to e mail the digital directions a great help.so thank you...Plus it has a 5yr warranty what could be better so would highly recommend and customer service was very prompt..
Joseph Ferraro : Works Great .Please read the instructions first.
This POTANE Vacuum Sealer replaced my original FoodSaver brand purchased 20 years ago. With the multitude of vacuum sealers on the market. I needed to take some time and research brands and reviews. Going thru the reviews was a painful process. Trying to get real reviews, and flagging bogus ones. I decided on this POTANE Vacuum Sealer.
First off my original FoodSaver had 2 modes. Push and hold the start button until the Foodsaver stopped. Or using the large mouth jar seal adapter with the same press and hold button. The options on the POTANE Vacuum Sealer are great. I can choose to just seal a bag, just vacuum or select auto mode. The just seal option is what I like a lot. With my old FoodSaver could not use the last 10 feet of the rolls of bags. The only way I could use the whole roll was to seal the begging of the bag, then unroll it. Seal the other end and roll it back up. Now I can customize sealing strength to suit my needs. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU PRESS BOTH CORNERS DOWN UNTIL THEY CLICK. if you do not the sealer will not work properly. BUT DO NOT STORE THE SEALER WITH THE SAID CORNERS LOCKED. this will deform the seal for the heating element. This machine is great. but I can't emphasize enough. "PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS" Most of the negative reviews were due to people not following instructions.
Bets : New user
After 1st use this sealer has impressed me. It has great suction and the seal strip is right up at the front of the sealer unit so you don't waste the bag material. My last sealer was much louder and wasted a large area before it would start to seal the bag. I'm hoping this sealer continues to impress me and that the 5 year warranty is real in case and that the customer service is good. I will do a follow up review after more use.
GB : meh - weak and unpredictable
temperamental little thing - sometimes it will work, other times it won't. Not sure why, company won't respond to my issue. When it works, it serves it's purpose just well enough. vacuum suction is not very strong, but it manages, barely. But that's usually only the first time. If i need to seal more than one thing after another, it just doesn't meet the need.
for the money, this doesn't measure up
Beth Peterson : Excellent product but...
It's a great product but for me, it's extremely hard to close/lock. I'm 5'2" and work out with weights but I have to get on a stool and put all my weight and muscle into closing this food saver. I've thought it was closed and locked only to find out that there was no seal, so I had to try again. Thus the stool and all my weight behind it. That's why the 4 stars rather than 5. I'm glad I have one but hate that it takes so much effort to close and lock.
windycity : Works Exceedingly Well, Saving Me Money
I never have bought a vacuum sealer before, but bought this one based on reviews. Super glad I did. I'm not a directions guy, but they made it so easy a second grader could do this. I just bought a chest freezer, and you really need something like this to take full advantage. These past two weeks I have sealed split chicken breasts, t-bone steaks, pork chops and even snow crab legs. Everything vacuumed and sealed perfectly. The Potane bags are very strong and can withstand various sharper bones. They provide a roll of large size bags and a roll of smaller bags, so you are all set to do some sealing right out of the gate (I still have about half the bags left after all that sealing). Very pleased with this purchase, and it's helping me save a ton of money by sealing up all the 'on sale' meats every week at the grocery store.
Ophicleide : Better than the old Food Saver it replaced
The controls are nice and the feature to change from dry to wet is excellent. Seems to seal with more vacuum than the Food Saver it replaced. The draw down on the suction occurs quicker. Sealing is very good as well. I liked the compact form as I have limited cabinet space to store kitchen tools. So far it looks like it will go the distance.
Tim : Very Easy to Use
I purchased the POTANE Vacuum Sealer Machine and used it to pack and seal fish filets and steaks. I read the instructions over and over thinking that it sounded too easy. But when I finally started to use it, I realized that it was, easy. I have never used one of these types of machines before. This machine was easy to wipe clean after I used it, too. I recommend this machine, for the price, all the functions it has and ease of use. I have since purchased, and used, some marinate containers that work with the Potane Vacuum sealer and found that amazing, too. I use it all the time. This machine is well made.
KC : Potane Sealer - Great product, BETTER company
Bought this specifically because I wanted a sealer with the accessory hose. Reached out to see if it was defective - they were incredibly helpful (via Facebook chat AND email), made little videos to explain how to use it, they were A-MAZING. I wish I could buy my next car from them. lol... Seriously, love the sealer, have used it half a dozen times in the last week alone, LOVE IT, and I'll actually use it way more than my last one because it's so much less clunky / fiddly.
Deb : Super easy to use & Works Great
1st Vacuum sealer I've ever owned & I'm highly satisfied with it. Suction Power is great, Super easy to use, even seals chip bags for freshness. I've sealed fruits vegetables, meats, even sealed bananas & strawberries to freeze for smoothies. You can use for organizing small craft items - beads, sequins, & such. Perfect way to organize small items. couldn't be happier with this product. Even has a 5 yr warranty! Looking for good quality, dfon'y hesitate to buy.
Amazon Customer : Highly recommend this product!
After reading all the reviews, I purchased the POTANE vacuum sealer. I'm so glad I did! It was ready to use out of the box. Instructions are simple and sealer is very easy to use. I have never used a vacuum sealer before and expected a complicated piece of equipment with a learning curve. It was none of that and now I don't know how I lived without it!
We just went through the Ice storm power outages here in Southeast Texas and the stores in Houston, where my daughter goes to college, were out of food. I was able to split up my food stores and bring my daughter single portions of meat, frozen veggies, and dry goods. This was perfect for her and got her through the week. Plus we know it help the food will last longer, and we wont have freezer burn you get when using baggies. With all the recent emergencies from this past year, I may just buy in bulk from now on and use my Potane vacuum sealer to preserve it. This sealer is a MUST HAVE and will just stay on my counter top!
S. G. Hilliard : Good Vacuum Sealer, Great Support
The vacuum sealer is easy to use and powerful, I didn't feel the need to slow down while sealing multiple packages of meat. Sealing something with liquid is trickier because the liquid can get into the machine, but it cleans fairly easy if that happens.
Potane's support, reachable by email, is great. You are entitled to a free package containing 6 rolls of sealer bags upon registering this product, Support worked with me on the timing of the shipment so it wouldn't arrive while I was out of town.
Architect Dave : Great Sealer for Home Use
My latest vacuum sealer died and did not want to fork over the money for a replacement. Read some reviews and got this one. Easy to use. It is ight and easy to store. Does the job for vacuum sealing basics. I have done chicken breasts, ground meat and a few other items for the freezer. Works well for sous vide preparations as well. I would recommend getting this if you are looking to get a good quality vacuum sealer at a lower price than the traditional ones by the other major company. Just do not treat it like a work horse in regards to sealing item after item after item. Works very well for about a dozen or so sealing cycles before having to let it cool down for a bit.
Donald E. : The PONTANE is wonderful
I like everything about this POTANE vacuum sealer. This is the fourth machine of this type that I have purchased and tested in the past month; the other three had weak vacuum and were sent back. The POTANE is a little more expensive than my first three but worth every penny more. The FIVE year warranty is what really separates this unit from others. It's fun to use and the vacuum power is simply awesome. I gave my neighbor a demo of the Pontane and she went back home and bought one shortly after. I definitely recommend my POTANE.
Ophicleide : Better than the old Food Saver it replaced
The controls are nice and the feature to change from dry to wet is excellent. Seems to seal with more vacuum than the Food Saver it replaced. The draw down on the suction occurs quicker. Sealing is very good as well. I liked the compact form as I have limited cabinet space to store kitchen tools. So far it looks like it will go the distance.
Lynda : Great Product
Bought this to freeze 1/4 of a cow. Checked reviews on several and found that the Potane had the best ratings. Went through all the functions and settled on the Potane. It arrived quickly. I was eager to try it out in order to protect the beef. First, the instruction booklet is tiny. I used a magnifying glass on some parts but found that it is really user friendly. It only took me about an hour to process all the food. All the bags sealed correctly and I am really happy that I bought this one.
Seriously : Still Works Great after 7 months
I had a food sealer eons ago, but after seeing what my SIL and then going through Quarantine, I wanted my meats and such not to get freezer burn. So after lots of research, reading great reviews and the price was right. I decided to buy this machine. It is simple to use, have unlimited uses and have yet to disappoint me. While it has 4 features programmed, I think my favorite thing about this sealer is the hand controlled Vacuum and Sealer I like best. I can freeze the fragilest items, or even my sauce (I use the hand Vacuum and sealer, so I can control it so the sauce doesn't get sucked out.). I even use it on Cake slices. I have probably used it about 40 times in the last 7 months and it still works good as new.
Barb : Super Vacuum Food Sealer
We recently bought a small chest freezer and are planning on buying meats in bulk. Reviews were very positive on the Potane sealer so we decided to give it a try. Also was impressed at the 5 year warranty. It works like a charm. It is super easy to use - just make sure both ends snap closed. I can't believe we didn't get one of these food sealers sooner. It makes it easy to portion out foods and seal so you can just grab a snack pack and go. With the 2 of us it is great to freeze one or two portions. So far I have had no problems at all. I just purchased a variety pack of precut bags that I am sure will be handy to cut out a couple steps (cutting and sealing the first end) when freezing foods. I would recommend this sealer.
Amazon Customer : Very pleased
First i like that is is so much lighter than my old foodsaver. Also the many cycle choices are very helpful for different foods. I also like that it is hands off once start button is pushed- no pressing down during the sealing process. P.S in order follow the caution: "to avoid clamping the sealer shut when not using to avoid damage", i just drop a wine cork in the channel, so it cant close down when i put it away..
Barb : Super Vacuum Food Sealer
We recently bought a small chest freezer and are planning on buying meats in bulk. Reviews were very positive on the Potane sealer so we decided to give it a try. Also was impressed at the 5 year warranty. It works like a charm. It is super easy to use - just make sure both ends snap closed. I can't believe we didn't get one of these food sealers sooner. It makes it easy to portion out foods and seal so you can just grab a snack pack and go. With the 2 of us it is great to freeze one or two portions. So far I have had no problems at all. I just purchased a variety pack of precut bags that I am sure will be handy to cut out a couple steps (cutting and sealing the first end) when freezing foods. I would recommend this sealer.
Roger : Compact & Easy to Use
I spent a considerable time picking a vacuum sealer and have NO regrets with my choice of the Potane sealer. I almost choose a couple of other brands/models with more $$$, bells & whistles but was looking for:
1) A sealer compact enough to put away in a cabinet between uses
2) A product that was simple to use with minimal controls
Speed, performance , reviews and brand name also factored in . I have not had this sealer long, so I cannot speak to longevity but the long warranty is reassuring. I am primarily using the Potane vacuum sealer for meats prior to freezing them. And frequently for fresh vegetables that can degrade quickly before I can use them. Lettuce, carrots, celery and other misc veggies that I may want to save for 1-4 weeks. I may open/use part of a vegetable product or just vacuum seal the entire thing if I do not plan to use it right away.
I am very happy how this is working out and I have no qualms about recommending the Potane Vacuum Sealer.
Shannon : Skeptic to Believe! Worth Every Penny!
Amazing product. After reading many reviews for many different brands of vacuum sealers, I chose to go with POTANE Vacuum Sealer Machine, 85kPa Pro Vacuum Food Saver, 8-in-1 Easy Presets, 4 Food Modes, Dry&Moist&Soft&Delicate with Starter Kit, Compact Design with Cutter(Silver). I was still a little skeptical because it had so few reviews and not all were good. My friend recommended Food Saver as the best brand. After seeing all the negative reviews and witnessing it fail fresh out of the box, I chose to go with Potane instead. Potane had ½ as many reviews and only 5 were bad.
Still I was a skeptical. I was only 70% sure it would work. It was shipped with in 12 hours of ordering and arrived in a timely manner. I received it 2 days before it was supposed to. I was so excited to try it out.
The instructions are compact and very easy to understand. I have used it on 3 different sizes and brands of bags. I have used all of it's settings. It works on everything I have tried perfectly. I am absolutely in love with this product. It works better than I ever dreamed. It has amazing suction power. It is so easy to use. And when I am not using it, the cord tucks up in the bottom. It is so compact and easy to store. Would gladly purchase from Potane again. I highly recommend it.
C.B. : A Happy Sealer
This is only my second vacuum sealer machine it is far superior than my first one, it is easy too use, very compact doesn't take up too much room to store, seals really well and I would definitely recommend it .cant wait to seal more food has have been without one for a while need to go shopping. As a senior whose eyesight is not too great they were kind enough to e mail the digital directions a great help.so thank you...Plus it has a 5yr warranty what could be better so would highly recommend and customer service was very prompt..
Donald E. : The PONTANE is wonderful
I like everything about this POTANE vacuum sealer. This is the fourth machine of this type that I have purchased and tested in the past month; the other three had weak vacuum and were sent back. The POTANE is a little more expensive than my first three but worth every penny more. The FIVE year warranty is what really separates this unit from others. It's fun to use and the vacuum power is simply awesome. I gave my neighbor a demo of the Pontane and she went back home and bought one shortly after. I definitely recommend my POTANE.
Jadham : Vacuum sealer worked great out of the box, easy to use
I did some research into different options regarding a vacuum sealer and this Potane 8 in 1 model fit all my needs. The 4 different vacuum options is great, the ability to vacuum and seal individually as well as automatic was a must for me. I liked that the vacuum power was stronger than many other cheaper options. Also the 5 year warranty was a definite plus. I have never used a vacuum sealer before but feel like this will be a great addition to my kitchen appliance must haves and am looking forward to no freezer burn and fresher food when storing.
Kevin O. : Decent features, function, price & warranty.
After going through a Food Saver every 2-3 years I decided to go to a different brand and/or spend more for a higher end unit. I read tons of reviews and came away feeling that spending more does not always equal better performance or greater longevity. Never even heard of Potane before I started researching vacuum sealers and took a chance on the Potane VS2690 because of the moderate price point and the 5 year warranty. Have to admit that so far I'm liking this little machine alot. The 4 vacuum presets work as advertised but probably the feature I like and use the most is the manual vacuum mode, because my previous sealers would fairly often not evacuate enough air before sealing, I now have total control of when the bag is sealed. I have no idea of the life span of this unit yet but the 5 year warranty gives me peace of mind.
Amazon Customer : It works but not sure about few things
I bought this machine because my old one died I waited enough to write the review so that I can write the honest review. Its ok. Suction power looks pretty good but I am not sure why sometimes after vacuuming all the way it just looses its suction. I don’t know if I am using it wrong I tried so many time with different types of foods. Fresh meats,marinated meats,dry goods,fish,etc.
In the photo as you can see those short ribs are not very air tight its very loose but when I did the dried stuff it worked like a charm. Well, I am going to keep the unit and give it some more try.
**update
I do a lot of fresh meat vacuum so vac seal machine is a must have in my kitchen but this one dose not vacuum all the way only half way vacuum and it is really annoying. My old cheap one did a way better job than this machine. I would return it if I could.!!
B.Lee : Just Fantastic!!! Easy and efficient...
I had bought another Vacuum Sealer Brand, the suction power was not good in the moist selection. So I returned that one. This vacuum sealer has excellent suction power. The machine is easy to use therefore I went crazy sealing all the Foods that I could the very first day I opened the box, it was that easy. I believe I definitely got my monies worth so if you want value for the money you will get this vacuum sealer. I wish it had a built-in cutter Included. I bought extra rolls from Potane and that box came with a small useful cutter. So if you’d like to save money and food make sure that you buy this vacuum sealer because not only does it have suction and it’s easy to use it has excellent selections to choose from so you can vacuum dry, moist, soft, delicate, also vacuum automatically, cancel, (at any time), just seal or even vacuum manually. To top this off, I even vacuumed my own smoothies in mason jars... You can find the special attachment to do the vacuum sealing of the Mason jar here in Amazon as well, just fantastic!
Barb : Super Vacuum Food Sealer
We recently bought a small chest freezer and are planning on buying meats in bulk. Reviews were very positive on the Potane sealer so we decided to give it a try. Also was impressed at the 5 year warranty. It works like a charm. It is super easy to use - just make sure both ends snap closed. I can't believe we didn't get one of these food sealers sooner. It makes it easy to portion out foods and seal so you can just grab a snack pack and go. With the 2 of us it is great to freeze one or two portions. So far I have had no problems at all. I just purchased a variety pack of precut bags that I am sure will be handy to cut out a couple steps (cutting and sealing the first end) when freezing foods. I would recommend this sealer.
Jackmack : POTANE Vacuum Sealer
Haven't used this enough for 5 stars yet, but so far so good...
It appears to be new on the market, so I'm hoping I've chosen well.
Edit 4/23/21: After a few sessions I had to return this product. Attempts at moist sealing, even after 2-3 hours of pre-freezing fish and pork, was difficult at best. I had to leave an extra 8+ inches of empty bag to achieve a moist seal and air bubbles were still visible inside. I also noticed the machine appears to not hold vacuum well after the pump cycles off for the sealing stage which may explain the air bubbles. Although noisy, it did seem to vacuum well, just couldn't "hold it's breath" long enough for the seal to complete.
Lady M : Its very very easy to use.
I only use this for the first time. Didnt like the part i have to press down to a click sound to close but other than that, i dont have anything to compalin. Very Very Very easy to use and you can find tutorial on YT. I felt like the suction power is A okay.. but we will see. However, for a first time owner, this is a good product to buy
Annette : Works
So I just got my vacuum sealer tried it fight away with some dry nuts. It brought bags so I was able to try it. It sealed those nuts tight and the bag didn’t puncture. So I call it good. Also it brings an accessory tube for use with the canister (not included). It’s taped into a slot so don’t worry about the masking tape holding the tube in place. However this company will gift you the canister if you review their product.
Andy Wheatcroft : Excellent Vacuum Sealer
We had been using a FoodSaver Vac 360 but the bags didn't always hold their seal. I suspect the issue is with the making of bags from a roll - it was not easy to create the seal in one end before putting food in and sealing them up.
The Potane sealer on the other hand has a separate button for making the first seal which allowed the seal to be further away from the edge of the bag. Also, if you are really concerned about the seal, you can always add a second seal but I doubt that it is necessary.
Definitely recommend this product.
Ophicleide : Better than the old Food Saver it replaced
The controls are nice and the feature to change from dry to wet is excellent. Seems to seal with more vacuum than the Food Saver it replaced. The draw down on the suction occurs quicker. Sealing is very good as well. I liked the compact form as I have limited cabinet space to store kitchen tools. So far it looks like it will go the distance.
D. Librizzi : Very Pleased
We bought this unit to replace an older one made by a well known company for vacuum sealers. The old one had slowly lost suction power and we wanted a new one to use with a sous vide cooker. This unit has been great with good power and a setting to tone it down a bit for items that are more easily crushed. It takes a bit more pressure to close this unit than I expected but that's not an issue - just something to be aware of as a new owner. I was hesitant to push down too much at first because I didn't know if I was doing it right and didn't want to break it. It's fine - that's how it needs to be closed. Also, I would have liked an integral bag cutter, but using scissors is not a deal breaker. Overall, after about 12-15 uses so far, we are very happy with this one. Suction has been great with no air trapped in the bag to float the food up in the sous vide chamber. It's been a great addition to our kitchen and with the sous vide cooker, we are really enjoying this easy and tasty way to prepare so many foods.
JamesinPA : Great food saver - has buttons for manual vacuum and seal.
I bought this because my old Foodsaver brand was getting low on suction power and the fact that it didnt have a manual seal button was driving me crazy. This new Potane is great. It has multiple settings for vacuum which is nice for sealing moist and soft foods. The manual seal button is a plus for making your bags quickly. The vacuum is quick compared to my old foodsaver. I took off 1 star because the heat strip can become too hot if don't leave some cool down time between bags. It will melt completely through the plastic. Also the cord storage is just a hole in the underneath. It would have been nice to have a couple tabs to wrap the cord around to stay somewhat organized.
crystal : Saving and Sealing Like A Pro
I have owned several food vacuums over the years. I received this one and immediately put it to work. I read the contained instructions, which are well written and easy to understand. I sealed some fresh berries, asparagus, fresh herbs from my garden. I had several containers of bulk meet from the supermarket and took them out of freezer and Individually wrapped each one. As empty nesters our suppers are small, and being able to freeze and refrigerate vacuum sealed items is not only efficient, it also helps us save $ and stops us from wasting food.
Shannon : Skeptic to Believe! Worth Every Penny!
Amazing product. After reading many reviews for many different brands of vacuum sealers, I chose to go with POTANE Vacuum Sealer Machine, 85kPa Pro Vacuum Food Saver, 8-in-1 Easy Presets, 4 Food Modes, Dry&Moist&Soft&Delicate with Starter Kit, Compact Design with Cutter(Silver). I was still a little skeptical because it had so few reviews and not all were good. My friend recommended Food Saver as the best brand. After seeing all the negative reviews and witnessing it fail fresh out of the box, I chose to go with Potane instead. Potane had ½ as many reviews and only 5 were bad.
Still I was a skeptical. I was only 70% sure it would work. It was shipped with in 12 hours of ordering and arrived in a timely manner. I received it 2 days before it was supposed to. I was so excited to try it out.
The instructions are compact and very easy to understand. I have used it on 3 different sizes and brands of bags. I have used all of it's settings. It works on everything I have tried perfectly. I am absolutely in love with this product. It works better than I ever dreamed. It has amazing suction power. It is so easy to use. And when I am not using it, the cord tucks up in the bottom. It is so compact and easy to store. Would gladly purchase from Potane again. I highly recommend it.
Roger : Compact & Easy to Use
I spent a considerable time picking a vacuum sealer and have NO regrets with my choice of the Potane sealer. I almost choose a couple of other brands/models with more $$$, bells & whistles but was looking for:
1) A sealer compact enough to put away in a cabinet between uses
2) A product that was simple to use with minimal controls
Speed, performance , reviews and brand name also factored in . I have not had this sealer long, so I cannot speak to longevity but the long warranty is reassuring. I am primarily using the Potane vacuum sealer for meats prior to freezing them. And frequently for fresh vegetables that can degrade quickly before I can use them. Lettuce, carrots, celery and other misc veggies that I may want to save for 1-4 weeks. I may open/use part of a vegetable product or just vacuum seal the entire thing if I do not plan to use it right away.
I am very happy how this is working out and I have no qualms about recommending the Potane Vacuum Sealer.
LCLTx : Works well & compact
I am very happy at how well the little machine works. It took a few times to get used to the few differences from the other brand I had been using, but after I got accustomed to them, I am pleased and impressed with the Potane. I like the fact it also has a 5 year warranty, and it is compact and not heavy & bulkyfor me to move it around.
Nicety1 : Great versatile vacuum sealer
I like this machine because I typically cook for one -- me. Thus, I have to separate and "proportionalize" especially the meats that I buy in order to only unthaw what's needed. I especially liked the fact that it came with bags. The pictures should illustrate the two different sizes (5 of each) that came with it. I took one of the smaller bags and used the black "cutter" to cut the bag in half -- for a good sized chicken breast. I then sealed one end of the "cutoff" to make another bag to seal another breast. I'm gonna love this one. Quality seems good and the company offers a 5 year warranty. This will make a great gift!
Amy S : Stopped working after 7 months light use
Title says it all. It has stopped vacuuming after 7 months of light use. I haven't used it heavily or mistreated it yet it has stopped vacuuming.
JamesinPA : Great food saver - has buttons for manual vacuum and seal.
I bought this because my old Foodsaver brand was getting low on suction power and the fact that it didnt have a manual seal button was driving me crazy. This new Potane is great. It has multiple settings for vacuum which is nice for sealing moist and soft foods. The manual seal button is a plus for making your bags quickly. The vacuum is quick compared to my old foodsaver. I took off 1 star because the heat strip can become too hot if don't leave some cool down time between bags. It will melt completely through the plastic. Also the cord storage is just a hole in the underneath. It would have been nice to have a couple tabs to wrap the cord around to stay somewhat organized.
CP : Had a week and it's easy to use.
Vacuum sealer does as advertised. I like the auto stop feature. Very straight-forward. No issues thus far. GREAT customer service! Potane responds quickly, and I will definitely be buying more of their products in the future. So rare these days for a company to actually back up their products. Hats off to Potane! Excellent customer service. No problem with my purchase, just communicated via e-mail.
Gary Walmer : You will not be sorry if you buy this.
We are very happy with this sealer. It has storage for a roll and the cutter works very well. One of the best things is how it closes. You don't have to push down on two corners like mot others. there is a handle, and all you have to do is push it down for it to lock. The controls are very easy to understand and use. We have used it a lot for sous vide in the few weeks we have had it. There has been nothing we don't like about it.
Amazon Customer : Highly recommend this product!
After reading all the reviews, I purchased the POTANE vacuum sealer. I'm so glad I did! It was ready to use out of the box. Instructions are simple and sealer is very easy to use. I have never used a vacuum sealer before and expected a complicated piece of equipment with a learning curve. It was none of that and now I don't know how I lived without it!
We just went through the Ice storm power outages here in Southeast Texas and the stores in Houston, where my daughter goes to college, were out of food. I was able to split up my food stores and bring my daughter single portions of meat, frozen veggies, and dry goods. This was perfect for her and got her through the week. Plus we know it help the food will last longer, and we wont have freezer burn you get when using baggies. With all the recent emergencies from this past year, I may just buy in bulk from now on and use my Potane vacuum sealer to preserve it. This sealer is a MUST HAVE and will just stay on my counter top!
LMG : Does what it needs to do
This model replaced our Food Saver brand that quit after 6 yrs. of yearly hunting season use. I like the smaller footprint since our kitchen is small, and it does what it needs to do. It has its quirks as they all do, and it seems clunky to have to push down hard to latch the unit onto each bag, but so far so good. Each package of the large deer that it was used on is nicely sealed.
Anonymous : Purchased for freezing garden produce this summer.
This Potane Vacuum Sealer Machine was a wise purchase. It arrived in perfect condition with some roller bags included in the purchase. I bought it looking ahead to freezing produce from my garden this summer. I've been using it to freeze leftover meals and baked goods. It is working very well. I am pleased with the purchase and user manual. I highly recommend this product.
Dennis W. : compact yet powerful
I had food saver brand very large never had room to leave it out. This Potane unit is very compact, small footprint on counter. Works very fast, seal is fast and strong, vac works great 123 bag is sucked tight. Great selection of how much suction you need, I would recommend, plus a 2 year return policy and a 5 year warranty you can't beat that.
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