Anova Precision Vacuum Sealer vs Nesco VS-12 Vacuum Sealer

Buy the Anova if you mainly seal portions for sous vide and want a small, light unit you can drop in a drawer. Buy the American Harvest (Nesco VS-12) if you seal moist foods, larger cuts or bulk batches and want a built-in roll holder and cutter. The Anova is simpler and lighter at about 2.3 lb, but owners report the foam seal can separate after about a year and half-size bags are awkward. The Nesco has a stronger 130 W double pump, moist and dry modes, gentle pressure and a double heat seal, but it weighs about 6 lb and has no written warranty.

• Choose the Anova Precision Vacuum Sealer if you cook sous vide often and want a compact, one-button sealer that stores in a drawer.
• Choose the American Harvest VS-12 if you seal moist foods, big cuts or long rolls and want a built-in cutter, roll storage and a double seal.