vacuum sealer bag recommendations
- Thread starter DanHoo
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Dan, I usually just buy the FoodSaver brand in the large box at Sam's. Those are the 4 pack of rolls, and I can make my own sizes as I want. Walmart at one time was carrying the Ziploc brand. Much heavier and cheaper, but I haven't seen them around for a while. Lots of off-brand on Amazon, but I haven't tried any of them yet. Hope this helps.
Charlie
Charlie
I've been buying bags & the occasional roll from https://webstaurantstore.com. I get good media, and cheap enough that I just generally reach for the pint or quart bags. I've never had a bag leak, except when I've made a bad seal (heating element over a wet spot.)
After a thoroughly unsatisfactory experience with Foodsaver's completely lack of customer service, I won't buy anything labelled Foodsaver ever again.
After a thoroughly unsatisfactory experience with Foodsaver's completely lack of customer service, I won't buy anything labelled Foodsaver ever again.
JimK
TVWBB 1-Star Olympian
I've been using these: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CDY8SOK/?tag=tvwb-20
Bob Bailey
TVWBB Wizard
Been using these for 3 years now, with good results. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0052BOEXG/?tag=tvwb-20
timothy
TVWBB 1-Star Olympian
A few times a year Sam's club has the combo pack on sale so we stock up.
www.samsclub.com
FoodSaver Roll Combo Pack - Sam's Club
Buy FoodSaver Roll Combo Pack : Preservation & Dehydrators at SamsClub.com
www.samsclub.com
DanHoo
TVWBB Olympian
I saw these today and picked up a box. I'll see how they work. I picked up a couple tri tips and I think I'll vac seal these.
DanHoo
TVWBB Olympian
first bag seemed good with the Kirkland bag. vac-sealed a salted and seasoned tri tip.
If the quality is sufficient, the price definitely wins. An extra of each roll plus four more bags for $10 less.
Foodsaver $39.99
2 Rolls 8 in × 20 ft (20.3 cm × 6.1 m)
3 Rolls 11 in × 16 ft (27.9 cm × 4.88 m)
46 Pre-cut 1 QT Bags 8 in × 10 in (20.3 cm × 25.4 cm)
Kirkland $29.99
3 Rolls 8 in × 20 ft (20.3 cm × 6.1 m)
4 Rolls 11 in × 16 ft (27.9 cm × 4.88 m)
50 Pre-cut 1 QT Bags 8 in × 10 in (20.3 cm × 25.4 cm)
If the quality is sufficient, the price definitely wins. An extra of each roll plus four more bags for $10 less.
Foodsaver $39.99
2 Rolls 8 in × 20 ft (20.3 cm × 6.1 m)
3 Rolls 11 in × 16 ft (27.9 cm × 4.88 m)
46 Pre-cut 1 QT Bags 8 in × 10 in (20.3 cm × 25.4 cm)
Kirkland $29.99
3 Rolls 8 in × 20 ft (20.3 cm × 6.1 m)
4 Rolls 11 in × 16 ft (27.9 cm × 4.88 m)
50 Pre-cut 1 QT Bags 8 in × 10 in (20.3 cm × 25.4 cm)
Dwain Pannell
TVWBB Hall of Fame
Lisa used to come around to different BBQ sites and offer a discount code. I haven’t seen her in a while but I haven’t exactly been around each day myself 
You might shoot her a note and see what she can do.
this is her site: https://vacuumsealersunlimited.com/shop/
You might shoot her a note and see what she can do. this is her site: https://vacuumsealersunlimited.com/shop/
Lew Newby
R.I.P. 1/26/2024
I switched from Foodsaver bags to these. I'm on my second order at this point and haven't had any failures. They hold up to the Sous Vide quite well. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07RKRK7FD/?tag=tvwb-20
Timothy F. Lewis
TVWBB 1-Star Olympian
I was just at Costco with my wife (added a quick $100!) and we passed by the FoodSaver unit priced at $149.00 I’ve never bought one of these but can clearly see the benefits when making pulled pork, brisket, Sous vide cookery etc. My problem is I really am in the dark about these things. It’s not a massive investment but, I don’t want to buy the $150 one and find out that one that is twenty bucks more is FAR superior. Can any of you kind would help a brother out to make the smart choice?
OK, I’m in the dark on many things but, that’s another days work.
OK, I’m in the dark on many things but, that’s another days work.
DanHoo
TVWBB Olympian
I bought this unit on amazon. $39.99. simple seems to work well and was highly rated on a couple of review sites.
I bought it specifically to freeze shredded pork shoulder and so far it's done well. I've only sealed about 10 bags so far so we'll see.
Timothy F. Lewis
TVWBB 1-Star Olympian
Cool, that’s a start on the trail to making a confused decision…
I have that one. It's very lightweight so it slides around on the counter a little, but works good. As far as bags, I use the Nutri-Lock pre-made quart and gallon sizes from Amazon
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Timothy F. Lewis
TVWBB 1-Star Olympian
Thanks guys, I’m really thinking about this and the opinions you are offering are making me think that I don’t need to spend a fortune on one! No decision made yet but, I appreciate the help with leg work!