Testing 6 different handheld vacuum sealers!
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- čas přidán 13. 10. 2023
- After the rise and fall of the original handheld vacuum sealer that I love (and still use!), I decided to test out some alternative versions so that I could recommend one to you to use for your dry storage. There were a few clear losers and more than one winner!
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👉Handheld vacuum sealer → amzn.to/3InayF7 This is the one you see me use in all the videos now. The original #1 was no longer in stock, so I tested this one and it works even better.
👉Hurrikane vacuum sealer → amzn.to/3PU1Lh5
👉Daika Manual Jar Sealer → amzn.to/46xaOfg
(ForJars has a version like this, as well, but shipping is expensive unless you combine with other products to get free shipping - forjars.co?sca_ref=1912723.5vNLp0drZl )
👉Cookwise Jar Opener → amzn.to/3PY2HB4
👉Brake Bleeder → amzn.to/3FlVK7W
👉Foodsaver Handheld Vacuum Sealer → amzn.to/3rPKo9g
👉Foodsaver Jar Sealer Attachments → amzn.to/3LZLTbM
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If you have the original VP05 and it still works - awesome - it's fine.
Here are my choices in order:
👉VP06+ Handheld → amzn.to/3PZ7JNM
This one often has a coupon attached, so be sure to use it!
👉Hurrikane vacuum sealer → amzn.to/3PU1Lh5
👉Daika Manual Jar Sealer → amzn.to/46xaOfg
I like the performance of the hurrikane in your testing. It's going on my wish list ❤😂
What brand is the VP06
Will someone help me locate the VP06 +. Unable to find. Thank you
Great comparisons Darcy…TY.💕 I have the VPLO5 and so far no problems. But, I do put some pressure on it, pushing down on it while it’s sealing. I had two of the Food Saver hand held and could NEVER get them to work.😵💫
@@alliejoplace I just saw a Model VP06+ selling on Amazon under the brand name SelePow but I don't know if the vendor is reliable or not.
I have the VP05 model and I absolutely love it. No issues whatsoever. I use it all the time and I always get a great seal. My favorite use is for fresh strawberries. They last so much longer!
Same model I have. I love it.
I have this one and no problems so far. I’ve had it for about 4-5 months
Just got the VP05 but having a problem with accessing large jar size (hard to unlock). Will see if stronger hands can unlock 🤞
Is this safe for non acid foods?
Why did I not think to do that? I keep fresh strawberries constantly because I eat probiotic yogurt with fresh fruit every day for breakfast. (My breakfast is at 2PM daily because I do intermittent fasting.) Thank you for a great tip.
Best way to test a Vacuum sealer. Seal a jar of marshmallows. I thought they would get small when air is sucked out. Not the case. The puff out. Very fun to watch and try. And marshmallows will last a good while!
What a great tip! Thank you
Marshmallows expand when you dehydrate them too. I would have thought that they would shrink. Gotta try vac sealing some now. 😊
Now that's a question to pose to, I guess, maybe a physicist....? Who woulda thunk that removing air or moisture would cause something to expand rather than contract ? Seems like some law of physics is being broken. 🤔
I love putting a peep in the microwave lol. The birdy turns into a good year blimp.
Darcy I loved this testing. But I wasn’t sure after the VPO 6+ which product you were testing. Just a suggestion is to put the brand on the screen. Thanks!
Yes I found different brands on google/Amazon labeled as “VP06 plus”, pls let us know the brand name of your VP06 plus?
THANK YOU! I so appreciate seeing and hearing all you share. As a newby into much of this I’ve learned many things. Thank you for sharing again 😊
Thank you Darcy we really appreciate your testing and showing us the results.
Thanks for demonstrating all of them. It's good food for thought
It's so good to see these devices in action. My vp06 is a life-style upgrade, I have not needed my brake bleeder since I purchased it. The vp06 also fits in a convenient drawer if stored as two parts. The feature I want most in a hand-held vacuum sealer is a POWER CORD that accesses INSTANT power from a wall socket. Devices of any kind that require battery management/monitoring are becoming more of a nuisance than an asset. For now, I am grateful to have the vp06 with brake bleeder backup and grateful that Darcy is keeping us up to date on what the market offers. Many thanks to you!
Thank you so much. I've learned so much from you, Darcy. Your honesty and helpfulness mean so much. Thank you again for all you do.
You are so welcome
Thank you for doing all the testing. I appreciate the time, effort and sore fingers you must have experienced.
I think it is wise to have a back up sealing system that does not require any kind of charging other than manual strength.
Videos like this are important. Thank you!
Thank you SO much for doing this. I am planning to get these for two people in my family for Christmas this year and this will guide my choice.
You are so welcome!
Very timely! Thank you for saving the day! Neither my table top or hand held food savers would work today & they are only a year old! Looking forward to getting your #1 recommendation!
I see you wrote this 5 months ago....am wondering if rainy weather can affect the vacuum process?
I just got the VPO5 and love it...not one failure, used it all day yesterday...even on the regular mouth jars! Directions said to let it go for 40 seconds which I did but I could tell it was done in 20 secs
Thanks, Darcy. Great demo and comparison.
I use the vp06 and have never had a problem with either size. I let the lids sit in hot water, not boiling or simmering, for a couple of minutes, wipe the top of the jars with white vinegar, dry well, then seal them up. Never had a problem....YET.
Me too! Guess we are lucky?
What is the point of drying the jar rims when the lids are wet from the hot water? Thanks.
Thank you Darcy for all of your research.
My pleasure!
I love the way you test everything you just do it!!! No frills!
I have a version of the hand pump (different brand) and I love it. So handy to re-seal jars of dehydrated veggies that are in use.
What is the brand ? I'm researching ways to reseal jars only to extend some shelf life, and save space in an already nearly full freezer.
@@msr1116 I just checked - the brand I bought (in 2022) is no longer available.
@@mizg1595 . .. Oh, I see. Thanks for responding so quickly. My research continues !
good reviews, helped me decide which I will buy.
Thank you for the reviews and suggestions!
Thank you VERY much for this video. Both my daughter & I have been looking into this type of jar sealer. After watching numerous videos about these we've been so confused!! You made this wonderfully clear! God bless!
Glad it was helpful!
@@ThePurposefulPantry very helpful! I ordered one & will get another for myself if we like it as well as I think we will!! Thank you!
I got my sealer & absolutely love it! It is working great!! Again, thank you very much!
Thank you, Darcy! I like the idea of the manual one, will be on my wishlist, because it takes no electricity. I've been looking for ways to reseal recycled jars with rubber seals in lid (ex.pasta sauce). I bought avid armor vacuum food containers after watching a yt review, can't remember who. Game changer, sealed the jars, it fits the foodsaver hose.... Now you got me thinking I have to play and see if canning jars will seal. I got tired of using my canning jars up when I have so many recycled jars.
Edit. Put jar with lid, ring on loose to hold flat, worked.
This video was SO HELPFUL!! Thank you so much!
I'm so glad!
I just want to thank you for this video. I ordered the VP06 after watching your recommendations. I love this gadget. After using a brake bleeder and a hand pump, the VP06 is the way to go. It’s simple, quick, and seals every time even with regular size lids. Using my old methods caused me to skip the sealing because it wasn’t worth the effort with poor results. Now I feel like my dried foods will be nutritious a lot longer. Thanks so much. I love your channel because it’s straight to the point and ever so useful. Thanks, Darcy!
I'm glad you're loving it!
Is there a Brand name? I’m searching on Amazon and can’t find a VP 06 plain or Plus. 🤷🏼♀️
Thanks for the reviews, they are very helpful.
I purchased the black sealer 2 months ago on recommendation from another CZcamsr. Excellent device!
Thanks much for your ongoing GREAT INFORMATION! 😊
Thank you for taking the time to test these I really appreciate it.
My pleasure!
I'm do glad you did this
I do alot of 1/2 gallon jars for my freeze dried food and started having issues with the foodsaver ones not sealing. I got a new vac sealer and now they are working good again. Thanks so much for doing this. Would be nice having a hand held and not having to deal with attachments.
Over time, all those small ones will lose the ability to recharge the battery well, thus losing suction. Newer batteries are being developed all the time with longer life (and shorter cheaper ones, too, unfortunately).
I have the white one piece and it works perfectly never turns off early
I have the VP 05.....love it, love it !!!
Thanks for doing all the legwork!
My pleasure!
WOW! Talk about timing! I was on Amazon and had decided to finally look for a vacuum sealer and went back to your CZcams channel to see what you recommended again so I wouldn’t get it wrong. And there’s a brand new video! I ordered the VP06+ and it’s supposed to come tomorrow! I’m so excited! I have one of the hand pump ones that will do if the power is out but I got the $5 off coupon and got the one I wanted most! Thank you!!! Your timing is incredible!❤❤❤
Awesome!!!
@@ThePurposefulPantry My next purchase will be the SAFE Mandolin you use now!!! I just sliced the skin off my knuckle off a couple weeks ago. My husband wasn’t happy that I didn’t have my mandolin glove on that you recommended…..I “thought” I didn’t need I didn’t need it…..He asked WHY I wasn’t wearing it…..Ummmm…..He said “Didn’t that Pantry Lady say to use it???” I’m saving for that now. 🤣🤣🤣
LOL yep - use it every single time!
@@ThePurposefulPantry It came, I LOVE it and it works fantastic! SO, after I showed him how great it is he asked where that “Dandy Dasher Dicer” thingy is. I said it’s at AMAZON….He thought I’d ordered it already…it will be here Wednesday…now I need to convince him I NEED a freeze drier….for safety’s sake! 🤣😂🤣
lol Good luck with that!
I LOVE my VPO6! I’ve tried multiples including Food Saver brands. My goto now is my VPO6.
I have it too! It works marvelously for me!
Very helpful video, thanks Darcy!
You're so welcome!
Thank you so much for this information. I don’t vacuum seal very much ( I water bath can and I’m still new to that process ) but I like to vacuum seal things I make in small amounts. Yesterday I tried out a new salsa recipe ( I got 2 - 3/4 full pints) and just put lids then into the fridge. Fast forward to watching this . As soon as your video was over I went and grabbed my VPO5 ( I’ve never read the directions so I had no idea about how long to let it seal) and one of the jars. Now that you explained the timing part I wanted to see if I could seal it being cold and only 3/4 full and like magic it sealed perfectly on the first try. I’m going start using it way more than I used to. Thank you Darcy for the great information I really appreciate it. 🫙🫙🫙🙋🏼♀️👏👏👏
Remember - because I have to say it as some people have misconstrued what it does - it does not make something shelf stable that needs to be refrigerated like that. But it helps it last longer in the fridge ;)
Yes, I do understand it not being shelf stable but making it last longer in the fridge. Again, thank you so much 😊
I have the first one and love it both sizes work fine
Wow so happy I found your channel, amazing, thank you for your amazing review 🎉
Very detailed ,thanks for sharing.
Thank you for sharing vacuum sealers.. I just received the VP05. 🙏😊💕
I just received the hand pump worked good!
Thank you, I needed this.
Glad it was helpful!
good analysis, very thorough. Love your review.
Thank you kindly!
Nice experiment.
Thank you for all of the effort you put into producing these videos and doing all of the testing! You have the most detailed explanations on this subject that I've ever seen and heard.
BTW - I heard you say the brand name of each sealer you talked about, or if I missed it, I clicked back enough seconds to listen again.
It's okay - I never thought about the need to put the product name on screen - and I forget people don't look in description boxes - I'll remember it for next time.
@@ThePurposefulPantrythere are several on Amazon that look like the vo6 but they have different names 🤷♀️. I bought the Love Moment mason jar electric sealer on Amazon.
Sorry - that's the one cannot recommend. The link in the description box is the one I recommended.
Thank you this was so helpful. I don’t always have success with my FoodSaver brand handheld and the charge does not hold well and can only do 4 to 5 jars and then needs a recharge. I think I am going to try the VP06
I recently got one of the black VPO6 pumps like you demonstrated and what I've been doing is let it pump until it TURNS OFF. I get a great vaccum seal every time. I only use large mouth jars. The small mouth jars will always be harder to seal because there is less surface area (less pounds per square inch) for the evacuated jar to hold the lid in place.
I don't have a problem doing regular mouth lids at all with it.
Thank you, this is so helpful! ❤
You're so welcome!
Great reviews, this was a huge help for me.
Glad I could help!
I use a vacuum chamber with jar sealing attachments. I also have a break bleeder in my tool room for a backup. I might get my daughter that black one, though. She keeps my freeze dryer at her place and although she has a Food Saver and jar attachment, it doesn't always do a good job. Thanks for the reviews.
Thank you for the video. Very helpful.
I use the break bleeder and am really happy with how it seals tight. I'll be honest and admit, I have not tried any of the other handheld vacuum sealers, other than my regular large vacuum sealer that I use when vacuum sealing the food bags, then heat seals the bags. That thing does not work at all for me when it comes to vacuum sealing jars. Don't know why, since it's perfect when sealing the bags....??!
Thank you for breaking down the different types of hand held vacuum sealers. There are so many different types that have popped up just this past year.
Me however, I think I'll stick with the break bleeder. It works as I want it too and requires no electricity, if that day ever comes that we can't recharge something or other...
I use the food saver ones and have not had a fail yet in 3 years, yes gasket comes out of regular mouth every time but I just put it back,might make ppl not like that but it successfully sealed EVERY time VERY well...I like its got the hand pump with it fir a power outage issue, and tried it for kicks a few times and STILL got a great seal...when/if I need to replace that in the future ill try one you showed if still on the market( ya never know WHAT will be ava) but sticking with my one that hooks to bag sealer, bag sealer NOT the same brand, but its awesome for bags and double seals the bag edges...loved the video to know what all is out there though, great job Darcy❤
My Foodsaver handheld has begun to lose its ability to stay charged well - and because these newer machines have better batteries and much better suction, I didn't bother to include it. But if yours is still working for you - great!
@@ThePurposefulPantry I musta got that rare one for a change that was made right??? 🤣
I have heard an automotive break bleeder works really well with the right attachments.
Thank you so much for testing which ones was the Best!!!!
I just bought the VPO6 Plus from Amazon. I was wondering which would seal the best and not take up that much space. I live in an apt.
Thank you for this excellent review! I had been wondering. Think I will stick with my Food Saver that you recommended a couple years ago. Thank you!
Thankyou for testing these out great video ,you explained it very well,just wondering about the cilantro sitting beside you so nice and green was that dehydrated look so good
Yes! Lowest possible temp!
Thanks for this video. My hand held Food Saver up and died on me after a year. I am in the market for a new one. Glad I watched this video first. Thanks again... Looking at the VPO6+
I took the plunge and got a garage style 1/2 horsepower dual-stage rotary vane vacuum pump ($130). I use it with the Foodsaver mason jar tops. It's been working great for over two years now, but it does use a small amount of oil that need to be changed once in a while. The advantages are how quickly it does the jars, and I can use it with a vacuum chamber for doing multiple jars or for other projects that need such a pump.
Yep - I'll be doing a chamber style sealer review later when we build one and then do a chamber vac, too. But this is a bit more manageable for folks. I'm glad you have one that works for you!
I also use a dual-stage rotary vane vacuum pump, but it is coupled to a 5 gallon vacuum vessel so I can seal all kinds of jars, including recycled commercial and gallon sized jars. I disagree with the premise that "vacuum sealing is not necessary" as I have preserved things like chips, cereal, cookies, crackers, etc. that have stayed fresh for 5 years. I've only been doing this for 5 years. In a completely oxygen free environment, there is no mechanism for them to go stale as they cannot oxidize. I'm confident that is due to the extremely hard vacuum the dual stage pump offers. So hard that I often cannot twist off a commercial jar lid without punching a hole in it first.
Very nice presentation. I just use my food saver one as it shuts off when it is done automatically. The only time it doesn't seal is if my used lid is too bad.
I have the last set that ypu demonstrated and I like it. I get the same results that you did in this video.
Damn ninja skills! Nice catch!😊
Thank you, another great video.
Glad you enjoyed it
I love my VPO sealer (whichever one I have). The only thing I ever noticed was that some canning jars have an extra wide rim of glass just under the screw on threads that keep the sealer from seating down far enough.
I love my VP06. works every time!!!!!
I love my VPO5 seals all my small jars
Thanks, that was great.
Thank you for doing our homework.😎❤
I have a vpo5 and Love it.
I have the same vacuum you tested 5th but the gaskets are solid in the lids and I get a perfect seal every time without holding onto it in half the time of your favorite. Maybe different brands are using the same vacuum with cheaper attachments? I don't know, but I love mine for $18.
I laughed out loud at the thumbnail. 😆
Yes they certainly do suck! (some better than others)
Use two jar lids when sealing smallmouth jars. The top lid will eventually release and the lower lid will be super tight.
It doesn't always work with the vacuum sealers - and if I have one that routinely doesn't work with the small lid, and find one that does, I'm going with the less tedious option. That's why I tested.
I have to see which model (the black one) I have. It was wonderful for a few months then I started having a ton of trouble with wide mouth jars. I can't get it seated properly now. Also, this unit and my seal a meal always give me trouble when doing standard jars. I have to stick the gasket back in EVERYTIME. It drives me crazy.
Excellent vid,
Thanks!
I use hot water and dry them before using on the jar with a cotton towel or Paper Towel on the smaller lids. I think the warming allows the rubber to expand, then when it seals it does so settles. I run into the same issues with my jar lids. Trial and Error you can say.
Thank you once again.
Always welcome!
Darcy, before I watched this video, I ordered the second one that you demonstrate in here. I immediately returned it because it wouldn’t even hold a charge! I ended up get one like the hurricane , and love it! 10/22/23.
Glad you found one that works for you!
Thank you!
Thank you posting
Darcy, thank you for this great info. Do you nd to add oxyen absorbers in the jars as well for long-term storage?
No - vacuum sealing performs the same function - I don't use O2 with dehydrated foods at all.
I love the VPO. I don’t know about numbers
Thank you,!😊👍
I subscribed just because I got what I wanted by only watching 2 seconds of your video.
Thanks.
Awesome, thank you!
I have the VPO5 and love it. What don't you like about it?
I didn't say I didn't like it. I explained in the beginning.
🙏🏻 I really appreciate your sharing and time 🥰❣️🫶
You are so welcome
Thanks for a great video on storage. Curious why you add 1 year to BB date?
Can you clarify what you mean here? Extended a year to the bb date? From 1 year to 2 years? Or what do you mean?
I have that nutri seal & the regular mouth never seals. The cap thingy is so hard to get off, it always pulled the lid off too. Very frustrating. The wide mouth seals pretty good, but again, really hard to pull off.
Thank you 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for this video. I have a different sealer & it works just ok. I have rheumatoid arthritis & my hands suck. The one I have is so hard to push on to the jars without shifting the lids so much that they don't seal. Are these easy to pop on?
I mentioned it in the 2 black units - they are both very easy to get on and off, and you saw me pull them off without any struggle. My original unit was very hard to get off at times.
VP06+ is the one I'd get - amzn.to/3tr2kaC
That's what it looked like to me as well. I just wanted to double check. Going to order the newer one & just keep the other as a back up. Thank you 😊
The last two machines with the tube - especially the manual one, (I have a similar one.) The tube doesn't just work to attach it to a machine. I use the tube between the manual pump and the jar. It's much easier for me, than trying to keep it centered.
PS love the video. Thanks for testing these. I've been thinking about getting a new one soon. ❤
Like I mentioned - it will depending on the machine it's being attached to. If only they were all universal!
@@ThePurposefulPantry I mean to use the tube between the manual pump that it came with, and the jar you're sealing, so you don't have to hold it on top.
And I would find that more cumbersome :)
@@ThePurposefulPantry just figured it might be good to know for others like myself. 🙂
Thank you
I have the hurrikane sealer and have been using it for about a year. It works great! No issues. I have a freeze dryer and I buy in bulk so I use it ALL the time. It holds a charge for months. I also prefer (personally) the separate sealing lids because I can utilize them with my food saver when I’m sealing dozens of jars after a stock up run. If I didn’t have a food saver I would probably gravitate towards the VP unit you have. This was an interesting and informative video. Well done.
Thanks for sharing!
Was looking for reusing regular jars, not mason , but still interesting
You'd need a chamber vacuum sealer for regular jars. That will work best.
Hi Darcy, all your lids were the 2-part style, just wondering if you had a vacuum recommendation for screw-on lug lids? (There's not as much availability in the UK) Thanks
A brake bleeder sometimes can do it, or a chamber vacuum sealer (look that up on CZcams). These work for 2 lids.
I've used both the vacuum they sell at Costco and the little round one that runs on a battery
and I'll take the little round one every day
never malfunctions
easy to use
and recharge with USB-C
Thanks for the video! Very helpful info. However, when clicking on the link for the Vpo6+ that you furnish, it is saying that it is currently unavailable and that Amazon doesn't know when it will be available again. Hopefully soon!
Yep - unfortunately -we bought them all out :D This is the alternative I recommend: amzn.to/3QhFyK0
What is the lid popper gadget called and where can I find one? Love it!
It's in the description box: 👉Cookwise Jar Opener → amzn.to/3PY2HB4
HELLO GTSY I HAVE THE VPO5 AND I LOVE IT
Thanks!
Thank you!!