What is the difference between Dry and Moist mode?

Dry is for foods with little surface moisture, like nuts, cheese or dry goods. Moist gives a longer, gentler seal cycle for meat, fish and other wet foods so liquid is less likely to spoil the seal.

What does the handheld sealer do?

It connects by hose and pulls air from FoodSaver zipper bags, canisters and containers that a countertop machine cannot seal. Use it for deli items, leftovers and pantry goods you open often.

Can it seal liquids or soups?

Not reliably. It is not a chamber sealer, so free liquids can get pulled into the seal area. Freeze liquids first or use Pulse mode and stop before liquid reaches the opening.

What comes in the starter kit?

One roll of vacuum bags, the handheld sealer and its hose. Bags, rolls and containers are sold separately after that.

Is it good for sous vide?

Yes. The Sous Vide setting is designed for the lower-vacuum, moist conditions of sous vide cooking, and the bags are rated for water-bath temperatures.

How does it compare with a chamber vacuum sealer?

A chamber sealer handles liquids and soft foods far better but is much larger and heavier. This unit is smaller, cheaper to own and covers bags plus containers, which suits most home kitchens.