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: 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: 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)…
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.
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.
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.
Rude Dog : Long warranty
I bought this unit to replace a similar device from a NutriChef. That unit would often misfire on closing choosing new random settings as I latched it. A few weeks after its 1 year warranty expired, it would only allow sealing, so it had to go.
I have not used this new device many times, but I already appreciate the solid button selections rather than the flaky "touch screen" top panel of the NutriChef. My use is not frequent, maybe every few weeks, but when I use it I normally seal a couple of dozen bags in a run.
I chose this unit mainly based on its long 5 year warranty hoping to get a long reliable life from it.
Michael : Amazing Custoner Servive & Fantastic Product!
5 Stars for much sooner delivery than promised, and the best customer service I've ever experienced in my 40 year business career.
Product works really well - much better than my older generation top of the line FoodSaver. Dry setting - perfect, wet - very good, soft - best to use manual mode, delicate - best to use manual mode. Overall it's a strong 4.5 Stars, and for the price 5+ Stars!
Customer Service is off the charts - best I've ever experienced for any retailer/etailer! Shockingly great for a smaller sized biz!
My background is working with the highest levels of Fortune 500 companies, and every one of them could learn from Potane!
Sandy : Solid machine
I would have given this item 5 stars if it had a built in cutter. I was spoiled with a previous machine. POTANE’s machine is very simple to use and does a quick job of sealing. I appreciate that they attempted to have a compartment for the cord, but is not the easiest to utilize. I have yet to seal anything with moisture so I cannot attest to the mild incline the machine has. All in all a good product.
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!
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.
Elsie : Happy I Bought It!
After much researching & looking at reviews on Amazon, I decided on this Potane Vacuum Sealer. I have to say, I am quite impressed with it. Sometimes we seemed convinced to buy a name brand product, but after looking at mixed reviews on many of them, this one had a lot of good reviews. After buying another brand earlier this year & it arrived damaged, I decided it was time to invest in a better one. The price was still reasonable. I looked at the weight & it was a couple more lbs than my previous one. It comes with a 5 year warranty. It has preset modes for dry, moist, gentle & delicate. It gives a good seal & it vacuumed the air out of the bag real well. It has a brushless motor. It seems to be a well made sealer & it’s easy to use. It came with two rolls of sealer bags & an extra rubber gasket. During this pandemic, I am trying to limit my trips to the grocery store, so this is a nice appliance to have to go along with a new freezer that I invested in. If you’re shopping for one, you might want to take a serious look at this one. I’m glad I did.
Elisa Nassoiy : Easy to use, nice tight seal and good vacuum power
This is my first vacuum sealer I’ve ever owned. There are so many brands and variations on the market now, so I did some research and chose this one based one the vacuum options and the setting it has. I like to save and freeze leftovers for a later date and wanted a way to keep fresh fruit longer. I’ve only used this machine 3 times so far and I am very pleased with it.
Pros: Nice air tight seal every time, very powerful vacuum seal (especially on the dry setting, ability to seal only, ability to vacuum as much or as little as you want, light weight and ease of use.
Cons: The cord is a bit challenging to wrap up and store in the allotted storage compartment.
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.
McKenzie : Arrived Malfunctioning from the Company
It happens and I am not going to call it a piece of junk. Based on ratings, I was looking forward to using; however, the vacuum/seal function was not operational. Nice design and appeared easy to use.
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.
Anita : Stock up!
Great product! I can now save all my food from freezer burn AND shop at Costco! Only my husband and I, so shopping for meats at Costco wasn't worth it. I now have enough chicken, pork, beef all vacuum sealed in portions of 2. I haven't had to get any meats for months! Also, great in freezing left overs. No more bulky Tupperware and my freezer is super organized with more room. Great for prepping for hurricane season!!!
Sarah Laskey : The Quality
Love it! Works extremely well, definitely worth the money spent. It’s quick and very easy to use, I like the different options to choose from based around what kind of food you’re trying to save. The only thing is it would be nice if it has a cutter some how attached to it so it doesn’t get lost rather it be just a clip on the side or an actual built in cutter.... I ended up taking a piece of string and putting the cutter on that and storing it where the chord goes so i don’t loose it. The other thing is I like the fact the chord has a storage cubby and doesn’t have to hang out and about. I also like that you don’t have to waste a bunch of the bags when using the Roll others when you seal them they leave like inches of just extra and you have to give yourself that more space then this one
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.
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.
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.
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..
Scott Michael : Best kitchen appliances purchase!!!!!
I have been looking to purchase a vacuum sealer for sometime and now the Potane has become my best friend in the kitchen. Since having to go from feeding 5 people per meal to 2 I was having a hard time eliminating food waste. The Potane eliminated that problem. It is extremely easy to use has different levels of suction power to eliminate smashing delicate food and when I reopen a sealed package, it is like it was just prepared or bought. The freshness is amazing. I would recommend this product to anyone looking for a vacuum system that is easy to use, doesnt take up a lot of space and eliminates wasting food.
JanMarie : Powerful Vacuum with Reliable Seals
I couldn't be more satisfied! This sealer has fabulous vacuum power. Not once has it failed to seal a bag with the first attempt, and no vacuum-sealed bags have lost their vacuum nor been wasted. The machine is well-designed, as the electric cord stores under the bottom and the hose attachment stores inside the top. This vacuum sealer is simple to use and has been reliable without fail on dry and frozen foods. This vacuum sealer is a very good value for the money and backed by a five-year warranty. I would not hesitate to recommend it to others.
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!
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.
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.
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 : Overall quality great
Pro's: It is simply, touch button streamline. The have responsive customer service. The cord is longer than most, And it's easy to operate. CON'S: It's hard to close and does not include a latch closure which could cause lower lifespan if you use it heavily. Things I Wish It Had: It does not use just ANY kind of plastic bag you will need to invest in vacuum seal type bags. We wish It had an internal removable tray to dispense of liquids and clean. Overall: good unit for price!
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.
Susan : MUCH Better Than the FoodSaver
I've had my Potane for a year now, and I'm extremely happy with this unit. I've had two FoodSavers, and they were both a pain in the butt. No more constant fiddling to get the suction to come on. It just works every time. It also has the various settings for moist and dry. The only thing it doesn't have is space inside that holds a roll internally, but I couldn't care less. Oh, AND it's much smaller and easier to store.
Kenn Wislander : Afforadble way to get into using a vacuum sealer
I have debated a few times in the past about getting a vacuum sealer for the home. I've heard the pros and cons, and I finally reached the point where there were more pros in owning one so I decided to get one. Especially since I do a lot of shopping for food in big box stores, and would rather separate out one time use packs and be able to store the remaining potion longer than it holds up in a zip lock bag. I looked at the more known name brand sealers, and decided that I would look for something that had all or almost all of the same features, but with better reviews... and a much better price. I also looked at some "FxxdSxxxr" alternative vacuum sealer discussions and YouTube videos, and the Potane line came up a few times, so I figured I would give the 85kPa model a shot.
The unit is fairly compact, and doesn't weight a whole lot, so it will be easy for most people to move around with very little issues. The auxiliary canister hose is well made, and it has a very good storage location for it in the unit so you are less likely to misplace it. I also appreciated that it came with two rolls of material in both 8" wide and 11" wide, a replacement gasket, and a small little hand held cutter that can be used to both cut material off the roll to make bags, and to cut open sealed bags once you are ready to use the contents. Some other reviews on the product say it is not included, they are talking about previous models that had a cutter built into the sealer. NOTE: This unit does not have an internal storage area for the bag rolls like some models do.
As for operation. I found it very easy to use. You do need to put some pressure on both sides of the lid until you hear a snap into place before you will be able to successfully operate the system. After doing it once or twice you will get used to it.
I have probably used it to seal 15 bags, and using a mason jar sealing accessory (also found on Amazon), I have sealed a few mason jars, and a couple or reusable Potane (also found on Amazon) canisters without any issues. So far I have tried all four of the main modes: Dry, Moist, Soft, and Delicate, and they all worked well. And Unlike what I have seen in other reviews on the site, there are differences in the modes, and they work like they are supposed to. They do offer some helpful hints in the instruction book like adding a paper towel under very moist meats to absorb some of the juices, I also added a sheet of parchment paper under some ground Italian sausage to keep it together while sealing it. All of these hints work well. It also discusses the foods you should vacuum never seal.
It is worth your time to read the operations guide through (it is not that long) because certain things that I would have not thought about such as do not latch the top closed when you store it, wait 30 - 40 seconds between sealing to save wear and tear on the vacuum motor and the heating element used to seal the bags, and try and keep the unit clean within the vacuum channel, and on both the top and bottom of the sealer strip to get a good seal.
Jen H. : Awesome
Couldn’t be easier to use. Bought a 1/2 cow and wanted to protect it from the burn!! This made pretty quick work of it. Wish they made a wider bag so I could get the brisket in one. We did it with the meat frozen already, removed from butcher paper. We bought the wevac bags and they did not work. Went back to Potane bags and they worked perfectly. Would highly recommend.
Josh : Does not seal through moisture
If you plan to use this for only dry items it may work great for you. I live in Florida and use a vacuum sealer regularly for freezing fresh seafood. Anyone that has ever vacuum sealed fish/meat knows that liquid tends to get sucked out the bag into a catch tray and may result in the heat seal needing to be done a second time. This machine wouldn’t seal after the third attempt through the moisture and I had to wait roughly 10 seconds between each attempt or it wouldn’t allow a seal. For me its useless.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Jana Ward : Doesn’t work
This product sealed one time and that was it. Have been unable to get ahold of customer service or anyone for help. Total waste of money. Don’t waste your time or money. I am thoroughly disappointed.
John S. Cocoa FL. : A great item for long term food storage
I waited until I could write an honest review on this product. So far, it's sealed up nearly half a cow and half a pig. I already used up the bag rolls that came with the machine and I'm now using a bag made by another manufacturer. The machine itself works great. It vacuums the bags right down to nothing. I have sealed up complete meals, that all you have to do is put them in a stock pot of boiling water for about 15+ minutes and you have a perfect meal, just like fresh made. Great for a single person that wants to make meals in advance. I just had a 22 cu. ft. freezer delivered and I'm going to fill it using this machine. That should be a lot more than the average family would use this machine for. It works well, is easy to simply wipe clean and takes up little storage room.
dmislov46 : Excellent Vacuum Sealer
I really like this product. I buy proteins in bulk then freeze in portions. I’ve spent hours quadruple wrapping and labeling food over the years. Since I bought the Potane Vacuum Sealer all of that has ended, the vacuum and sealing process is so simple. I like the the fact that there is an automatic vacuum/sealing setting and separate sealing and vacuuming settings. You can regulate how much vacuum you want with the single setting and it stops when you let off the button. My photo of the shredded cheese was too compacted with the auto setting so I resealed it with the manual setting and it came out perfect. Two rolls of bags come with it, I purchased their combo pack as well. It has a detailed User Manual which is very helpful. I’m very happy with this purchase and wish I bought one a long time ago.
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.
utah blue : Great vacuum machine, SMALL in size but BIG in PERFOMANCE easy to use
Used this vacuum machine for the first time and it was easy to use and worked flawless. It is small in size but big in performance. Just push the right buttons and it does the job for you perfectly. If I had to I would buy this machine again in a heart beat !!! It's small in size makes it perfect to put it away without taking up a whole shelf !!!
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.
Donna L. : Great gadget
I got this little treasure a couple of days ago and don't know how I lived without it. It doesn't take up a lot of space and does the job it's supposed to. Vacuum sealing meat keeps it from getting freezer burn and makes it compact so you can fit more in the freezer. Opened frozen veggies can just be sealed! Chips, cookies and snacks can be resealed for freshness and you don't take up extra space with clumsy clips. Lot's of great features in one little gadget!!
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.
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.
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.
Jen H. : Awesome
Couldn’t be easier to use. Bought a 1/2 cow and wanted to protect it from the burn!! This made pretty quick work of it. Wish they made a wider bag so I could get the brisket in one. We did it with the meat frozen already, removed from butcher paper. We bought the wevac bags and they did not work. Went back to Potane bags and they worked perfectly. Would highly recommend.
Jana Ward : Doesn’t work
This product sealed one time and that was it. Have been unable to get ahold of customer service or anyone for help. Total waste of money. Don’t waste your time or money. I am thoroughly disappointed.
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.
Amazon Customer : Overall quality great
Pro's: It is simply, touch button streamline. The have responsive customer service. The cord is longer than most, And it's easy to operate. CON'S: It's hard to close and does not include a latch closure which could cause lower lifespan if you use it heavily. Things I Wish It Had: It does not use just ANY kind of plastic bag you will need to invest in vacuum seal type bags. We wish It had an internal removable tray to dispense of liquids and clean. Overall: good unit for price!
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