Nesco Deluxe Vacuum Sealer VS-12 vs FoodSaver Elite All-in-One Liquid+

The Nesco VS-12 is the better pick for most households: it is compact, has a double heat seal, a built-in cutter and roll storage, and owners call it easy to use. The FoodSaver Elite All-in-One Liquid+ is the step up for anyone who seals wet foods, marinates or cooks sous vide, since it adds dedicated liquid, marinade, sous vide and pulse modes plus a 5-year warranty. The Nesco is the simpler, smaller machine; the FoodSaver is the more versatile one, but it is much longer on the counter and has little owner feedback to judge it by.

• Choose the Nesco Deluxe Vacuum Sealer if you want a compact, straightforward sealer for dry and moist foods with a double seal and built-in bag storage.
• Choose the FoodSaver Elite All-in-One Liquid+ if you seal liquids, marinate meat or cook sous vide and want a long warranty.