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Nesco Deluxe Food VS-12 Vacuum Sealer, 130 Watts, Kit Bags & Viewing Lid, Compact, Silver

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Product Dimensions 15.75"L x 8"W x 4.5"H
Item Weight 6 Pounds

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  • OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE: 130 watt, 25. 1 InHG double vacuum pump for optimal performance. Ensures maximum air extraction when sealing larger food items
  • VARIABLE SETTINGS: Includes 3 settings - dry, moist and double. Plus, you can choose between normal vacuum pressure, or gentle, to keep soft foods safe
  • EASY-LOCK HANDLE: The easy-lock handle makes one-handed operation smooth and easy
  • DOUBLE HEAT SEAL: Optional doubleheat seal provides added strength and security when sealing liquid-based or moist foods
  • BUILT-IN STORAGE & BAG CUTTER: Conveniently stores any brand of vacuum sealer bags in unit, while the bag cutter helps to create custom bag sizes for your needs
  • VACUUM SEALER BAGS INCLUDED: Two bag rolls are included to get you started, one 8.6” x 9.85’ roll and one 11.8”x 9.85 roll

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Easy to use
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NESCO, VS-12, Deluxe Vacuum Sealer

​The NESCO VS-12 Deluxe Vacuum Sealer offers all the versatility and performance you could ever need from a vacuum sealer. Choose from 3 “Seal” settings—Dry, Moist, and Double— then choose your vacuum pressure—Normal or Gentle—to keep softer foods safe. The built-in bag cutter and roll storage compartment with clear viewing window make this an all-in-one stop for keeping food fresh up to 5 times longer than traditional methods. This sealer can accommodate up to an 11.8” width bag providing the versatility needed for a wide range of sealing jobs. Two rolls are included to get you started, one 8.6” x 9.85’ roll and one 11.8”x 9.85 roll. The NESCO Deluxe Vacuum Sealer is compatible with any brand of vacuum sealer bags.

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Built-In Storage & Bag Cutter

Conveniently store rolls and bags in unit and bag cutter creates custom bag sizes.

Variable Settings & Sealing Choices

Allows user to choose the best sealing options.

Optional Double Heat Seal

Double seals for added strength and tab guides for better positioning.

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Put items inside your vacuum seal bag.

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Open the lid and place in vacuum sealer.

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Press the vacuum and seal button!

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The NESCO VS-12 Deluxe Vacuum Sealer offers all the versatility and performance you could ever need from a vacuum sealer. Choose from three seal settings: Dry, Moist, and Double; then choose your vacuum pressure ”Normal or Gentle” to keep softer foods safe. The built-in bag cutter and roll storage compartment with clear viewing window make this an all-in-one stop for keeping food fresh up to 5 times longer than traditional methods. This sealer can accommodate up to an 11.8" width bag providing the versatility needed for a wide range of sealing jobs. Two rolls are included to get you started, one 8.6" x 9.85" roll and one 11.8"x 9.85" roll. The NESCO Deluxe Vacuum Sealer is compatible with any brand of vacuum sealer bags.

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Easy to use
4.3
4.3
4.5
4.6
4.2
4.4
Suction power
4.2
4.1
4.4
4.5
4.2
4.3
Value for money
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medium
Big
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Corded Electric
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Automatic
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Plastic
Food Grade PA+PE
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wattage
130 watts
110 watts
110 watts
120 watts
weight
6 pounds
2 kilograms
4.6 pounds
6.5 pounds
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11,761 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the storage space and value of the vacuum sealer. For example, they mention it has bag storage and a built in cutter. That said, opinions are mixed on sturdiness, seal quality, suction, and ease of cleaning.

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1,092 customers mention776 positive316 negative

Customers like the quality of the vacuum sealer machine. For example, they mention it works great, is awesome, and has many option settings. Some say it's a little slow, but works well.

"This is the best vaccum sealer I've ever had. Works perfectly...." Read more

"...Overall, it's a decent, not great, food sealer. Controls are easy to use. I like how the handle locks down...." Read more

"...heat strips but after using it 4 times it would blink and not work for up to a minute. We had 5 steaks and 12 pounds of bacon...." Read more

"...This machine is awesome. It's so easy to use and clean and has really made our lives easier. We love it!..." Read more

651 customers mention590 positive61 negative

Customers find the vacuum sealer machine easy to use. They mention that the controls are easy to operate, the handle locks down, and it does everything they need with ease. They also appreciate the manual and video, which make it easy and comfortable to use, and intuitive.

"...Sealers, I decided to go with the Nesco due to the fact that it was simple, rated well for household use, does an exceptional job sealing and seemed..." Read more

"...It actually is easier to use than the instructions indicate, so you are probably better off watching an online video so you can see what they are..." Read more

"This is the best vaccum sealer I've ever had. Works perfectly. Intuitive, easy, and even has some different settings depending on what you're vaccum..." Read more

"...Overall, it's a decent, not great, food sealer. Controls are easy to use. I like how the handle locks down...." Read more

260 customers mention222 positive38 negative

Customers like the value of the vacuum sealer machine. They say it saves them money, and is easy to use. Some mention that the economic benefits are real.

"...use, does an exceptional job sealing and seemed to be the best overall value for my money...." Read more

"...It's ready to go straight out of the box. Saves a ton of money when buying items in bulk!" Read more

"Good quality, fair price and good price" Read more

"...While they are nice and priced ok, besides buying the name, they didn’t do exactly what I wanted...." Read more

101 customers mention91 positive10 negative

Customers like the storage space of the vacuum sealer machine. They say it has bag storage and a built-in cutter. They also say it's easy to use and stores well. Some say it frees up precious freezer space tremendously.

"...Pros: Seals with regular or delicate pressure, includes a bag storage slot, very straightforward operation...." Read more

"It is so easy to use. The roll storage compartment is really handy. It does a great job with both wet and dry packing...." Read more

"Awesome for preserving food, marinating meat, and sous vide cooking. Read the directions!..." Read more

"Great for longer term storage of foods." Read more

769 customers mention470 positive299 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the seal quality of the vacuum sealer machine. Some mention that it's a good sealer and would recommend it to others, while others say that it doesn't seal well on the seal only setting, the bags leak, and it takes 6-9 seconds to complete sealing.

"...I was blown away at how tight the seal line was, and on top of that, how FAST it performed. I did NOT need to use the double seal feature...." Read more

"...The only problem I have is the seals on the bags leaking." Read more

"...The functions of this sealer are better as well...." Read more

"...fact that it was simple, rated well for household use, does an exceptional job sealing and seemed to be the best overall value for my money...." Read more

460 customers mention199 positive261 negative

Customers are mixed about the suction of the vacuum sealer machine. Some mention that it has great suction to get the air out, while others say that it loses its vacuum some and stops vacuuming air out of bags after about 3 or 4 small bags.

"...So I'm looking to buy some sort of plug. Otherwise the suction hangs up on level 6 then it never seals...." Read more

"...I like the stainless accent. It has great suction and the lid seal works well to prevent air from creeping back in, especially when using the pulse..." Read more

"Loved it, it worked great but only for 7 months and now it won’t vacuum. Very disappointed!!!!..." Read more

"...I also like how it has a feature to vacuum and seal delicate items with manual control. I tried the delicate feature and it crushed the buns...." Read more

253 customers mention128 positive125 negative

Customers are mixed about the sturdiness of the vacuum sealer machine. Some mention it's pretty heavy duty, and pleased with its construction. They say it'll keep food freezer safe and lasting long periods. However, others say that the plastic and felt cheap and not sturdy.

"...It appears to be pretty heavy duty, but a little bulky compared to my FoodSaver. I like the stainless accent...." Read more

"...The bag rolls thate come with it are very thin so I will be using something else. As I use it more will update my review. April update...." Read more

"Feels solid works great" Read more

"...new unit after less than a year of ownership because a $5 replaceable part has failed, and I'm 100% sure it won't be a Nesco, as planned..." Read more

88 customers mention30 positive58 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the ease of cleaning the vacuum sealer machine. Some say that the drip tray is surprisingly easy to clean, while others say that it's not removable for cleaning.

"...The sticky character could not be cleaned off in any way...I tried...." Read more

"...This machine is awesome. It's so easy to use and clean and has really made our lives easier. We love it!..." Read more

"...to put it back down when trying to close the lid; the drip tray isn't removable to wash but it is easily accessible to wipe out; while it came with..." Read more

"...Offers both manual and auto seal. Only negative is you can't remove the drip tray to clean it...." Read more

This vacuum sealer is super easy to use!
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This vacuum sealer is super easy to use!
Easy setup and use. I sealed nuts, meats, and soups. If you are sealing something with a good bit of liquid, freeze it standing up first, then seal.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2024
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just purchased and used this and I am well satisfied with it. Its nice and quiet, good size, seals well. I like how it has bag storage and a built in cutter. I also like how it has a feature to vacuum and seal delicate items with manual control. I tried the delicate feature and it crushed the buns. The manual did fine. It has a place for a hose to do jars with but I dont have the accessory. So far so good!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2024
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This is the best vaccum sealer I've ever had. Works perfectly. Intuitive, easy, and even has some different settings depending on what you're vaccum sealing that can be useful. I had an anova precision vaccum sealer before this one, and despite being about the same price, this one is SO MUCH BETTER. The anova was finicky and hard to figure out. It was very hard to line up the plastic sometimes. This Nesco has none of those issues. Certified: So easy even a single male can use it.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2023
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We purchased this to replace an old Black & Decker that has to be 20 years old. Compared to that basic sealer this machine has many nice additional features. We like the internal storage for one roll of bag material, the ease of closing the lid on the bag and locking in place for sealing. About the only thing that I'd say negative about the sealer is the very stiff AC cord which makes winding the cord up on the hooks a PITA.

I will also note that there's a common problem with most sealers that I find needs addressing, if possible, by a smart engineer. That is the fact that the bag is inserted a couple of inches above the counter surface that the sealer sits upon. What's the problem with that you ask? Well, for many products that is to be sealed that means either the bag gets wrinkled or the bag tends to pull out of position due to the weight of the stuff being sealed. Not a problem if you waste 3, 4 or more inches of extra bag each time. Then the product is flat on the counter surface and the extra bag get wasted. Just to prevent wrinkles where the seal happens. Or have more than one person do the sealing. A second person needed close and latch the lid while the first person holds the product up and makes sure there's no wrinkles at the seal. Want to seal some hot dogs from the local deli or pour some nuts etc. into a bag to save for later and you either keep wasting bag material or need one hand to hold the bag in the proper position, a second hand to get the wrinkles out of the bag so you can close the lid and use a third hand to latch the lid. Or do as we do and place an flat object under the product in a shorter bag raised up to the level of the sealing surface and save bag material. This is true for most sealers and not a dig on this one. Keep a large book handy to place in front of the sealer so the bag stays in place and you only need two hands to work the sealer. You can save some plastic bag material each time you use the sealer if you do. Like I said, this is true for most of the sealers we looked at before purchasing this one. This was also true for our old B&D.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024
Style: Vacuum SealerVerified Purchase
I bought this one to replace a Foodsaver that had started acting up. Overall, it's a decent, not great, food sealer. Controls are easy to use. I like how the handle locks down. The heating strip for the sealer is obvious as it is covered in copper colored tape. Bag placement is simple. There are tabs located above the drip tray. The bag cutter isn't as sharp as it should be. The drip tray is not removable. I found I have to cut my bags longer than I normally do for the items I store so that things line up correctly. The space for bag rolls is pretty small.
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2023
Style: Vacuum SealerVerified Purchase
Any new product takes time to carefully read the instructions and apply those instructions when trying for the very first time. As far as product longevity, each kitchen machine needs to be operated within the scope of its manufacture.
I think this will be a very good addition to my kitchen for several reasons. Food prices are at an all-time high and keeping them fresh in the freezer, bulk spices in the pantry, and even some fresh vegetables in the refrigerator, having a vacuum sealer is huge.

My friend who is a chef in his own rite, grows a huge garden every year including spices, and does a lot of canning told me this was essential. I don't know how many times freezer burn as occurred over the years, but zip-lock bags are totally wrong.

Secondly, research is always key, not just going to one review source but several. Everyone has their price range, but I try to buy the middle. If it's too expensive, a waste of money; or not enough money, the risk of the appliance failing is that much greater; or not enough features to do a myriad of chores.

Finally, I think all vacuum sealers can work, but getting the right one for your kitchen and use, at a price that's affordable to you, and what you're going to use it for, only you can decide. But for a median price and great features, I think this Nesco VS-12 will do just fine.

Happy sealing!

Review Update, 2/5/2023
Now that I've used this Nesco Sealer, I am prepared to render my final review.
Absolutely a great vacuum sealer. Packed with all the features an average cook needs to keep food freezer safe and lasting long periods, this one product needs to be in every kitchen, great and small.

It's simple economics. Food today is more expensive and, it's becoming scarce, with all the viruses that attack livestock and our food supply; and preserving food that is on sale, this is an essential kitchen tool.
For all families, from 1 person to many, maximizing the food budget requires common sense and the right kitchen tool to make that happen every month.

As a senior retired person, I cannot afford to waste anything, least of all food. Even young families, middle-aged people, and any person who still works and buys food needs to be thinking about a good vacuum sealer.
Unless you are rich and famous who have all your meals prepared and doesn't care, this review is not for you. I'M speaking to those who WORK, or worked for a living and know the value of what they buy.

Maybe you have money to burn, I do not, therefore my recommendation is: Nesco is a great vacuum sealer for the price. Do not let this bargain slip by. Trust me, time well spent in the kitchen reaps huge dividends in the grocery budget!

And I really mean, Happy Sealing.
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Kim Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality product
Reviewed in Canada on April 25, 2024
Style: Vacuum SealerVerified Purchase
This is way better than the food saver I had previously.
It's easy to use. Multiple settings for double seal, moist or dry items.
The built in roll cutter is ideal so that you're not searching for scissors.
EduardoSGV
5.0 out of 5 stars Calidad
Reviewed in Mexico on January 4, 2024
Style: Vacuum SealerVerified Purchase
Da gusto utilizar un producto confiable y de calidad.
Glenn Gatare
4.0 out of 5 stars Grat helping kithen
Reviewed in Canada on May 23, 2023
Style: Vacuum Sealer + BagsVerified Purchase
We use ours all the time.
Bill heron
1.0 out of 5 stars Wrong voltage for UK
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 7, 2023
Style: Vacuum SealerVerified Purchase
You will require a voltage transformer for this item in the UK costing closer to £40 of which Amazon don’t tell you on there website and also it comes from America which they also don’t tell you .It also has arrived with an American type plug.
Waste of time and money.I don’t even know if it works because I can’t plug it in and you have to get in touch with the American company not Amazon uk
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Ben M
5.0 out of 5 stars Paid for itself in weeks.
Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2023
Style: Vacuum SealerVerified Purchase
With the price of groceries these days it’s really expensive feeding a family of 5. After realizing how much more costly it is to buy meat that’s been broken down and packaged we started to buy whole chickens or bone in skin on breasts as well as whole pork loins.

Basically on Saturday/Sunday I breakdown whatever large cuts or chicken I found at a decent price, come up with some basic marinades and special dinners and then vacuum seal them and freeze for use. This means at any given time we have lots of options for what to have for dinner without really having to make a meal plan.

The nesco vacuum sealer is fantastic. There is a learning curve on bag placement, vacuum sealing with marinades and so on but after the first couple uses I got the hang of it. Its pretty quiet and does a great job, I only ever use the double seal function and typically only use it on auto vac/seal.

The drip tray is not removable which makes it a little harder to clean but it’s honestly not a big deal at all for me. Once you get a hang of how much liquid you can put in the bag and what length to cut the bag you’ll find you don’t get any liquid suctioned into the tray (also helps to fold the open end of the bag over itself a minimum of 3” so you have a clean section where it will go into the sealer.

I wish it came with the vacuum container hose but I’ve seen the hoses come with sets of containers.
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Ben M
5.0 out of 5 stars Paid for itself in weeks.
Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2023
With the price of groceries these days it’s really expensive feeding a family of 5. After realizing how much more costly it is to buy meat that’s been broken down and packaged we started to buy whole chickens or bone in skin on breasts as well as whole pork loins.

Basically on Saturday/Sunday I breakdown whatever large cuts or chicken I found at a decent price, come up with some basic marinades and special dinners and then vacuum seal them and freeze for use. This means at any given time we have lots of options for what to have for dinner without really having to make a meal plan.

The nesco vacuum sealer is fantastic. There is a learning curve on bag placement, vacuum sealing with marinades and so on but after the first couple uses I got the hang of it. Its pretty quiet and does a great job, I only ever use the double seal function and typically only use it on auto vac/seal.

The drip tray is not removable which makes it a little harder to clean but it’s honestly not a big deal at all for me. Once you get a hang of how much liquid you can put in the bag and what length to cut the bag you’ll find you don’t get any liquid suctioned into the tray (also helps to fold the open end of the bag over itself a minimum of 3” so you have a clean section where it will go into the sealer.

I wish it came with the vacuum container hose but I’ve seen the hoses come with sets of containers.
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