MAGIC SEAL MS300 Precision Vacuum Sealer Machine, Commercial Double Pump Food Sealer with Built-in Auto Cooling System, Compatible with Mylar, Smooth and Embossed Bags, Extra Wide 8 mm Seal

I have long time experience using nozzle type vacuum sealers. Its the only type I will use. True chamber sealers are too expensive and bulky. Typical counter top sealers require textured bags that get expensive.After many years, my previous nozzle type unit was becoming somewhat inconsistent. I decided time to replace it. So, after considerable research (my wife says I spend too much time researching) I replaced it with this unit. 100% satisfied. Why this unit? First, versatility - it can vacuum seal virtually any type bag - textured, flat chamber, and mylar. Second. it has automatic control and manual control. Third, excellent build quality. Fourth, price was reasonable given it's capabilities.The biggest reason to buy a nozzle vacuum sealer is the ability to utilize flat chamber vacuum bags. When purchased in quantity they can cost a third or more less than the commonly sold textured bags used by most counter top sealers. Having the ability to also use textured bags though makes this model maybe the most versatile sealer you can buy, If I run out of the cheaper flat bags I can go to Target and pick up a small supply of textured bags while I wait for my bulk order of the chamber bags to arrive. Win, win. I like the ability to set both the vacuum time and the seal time. Regarding the seal, the unit has an extra wide sealer element which results in an excellent seal, comparable to that on commercial sealers. No need to do double seals as some units recommend. The unit has a handy built in bag cutter that makes it easy to resize bags without hunting down a pair of scissors. It also has the capability to inflate bags, though I have never used it and am not sure if I will.What could they do to make it better? Two things. First, provide an actual on/off switch. Plugging and unplugging is the only way to power and shut off the unit. Second, a simple cord storage/management solution. The cord needs to be manually looped and tied with a wire tie or something similar for efficient storage. Having a way to wind the cord around a couple of posts on the back would make it a bit less bulky to store on the shelf.All in all 100% two thumbs up.A final thought. The manufacturer refers to using textured bags on this unit as the "chamber mode" to distinguish it from the nozzle mode. This should not be confused with the term "chamber" as applied to true chamber sealers that only use flat, non textured bags. On this unit, it is the nozzle mode that uses the flat chamber bags, same as true chamber vacuum sealers, and the chamber mode uses the textured bags like those used by Food Savers. In any case, this unit can do both modes and they both work really great.

Had the unit for nearly 2 years. It works flawlessly but I now need some replacement gaskets.Haven't found how to order those.I have the 16" MS400 unit and iot is still perfectly sealing large bags.

Great vacuum sealer. I got this to replace other vacuum sealers that just didn't seem to be efficient enough or create a wide enough seal. Has performed as needed. I love the fact that I can use it to seal mylar bags and textured vacuum bags using just one sealer.

I purchased this MS300 for using embossed vacuum bags, smooth vacuum bags and Mylar bags. It works great, I can adjust the seal time for my needs and manually stop vacuum to prevent food getting squished. I called the customer service and got help resolved in 5 minutes. It is compact and doesn’t take much space. I recommend to purchase this.

I was pleasantly surprised easy to use. I would recommend running a couple test bags first to get the timing down then go auto. Works great on mylar freeze dried foods. How long it will last is another story.

I was impressed with this vacuum sealer at first because it sealed both regular and flat Mylar bags perfectly. But the second time I used it, it just stopped working. Even though it made noise like it was still working, the vacuum part didn't do its job. I hadn't touched it since the first time; I just left it on the shelf for two months until I needed it again to freeze some meat. I was really disappointed; a $200+ appliance should last longer than that.I contacted Amazon to return it, even though it was past the standard return time (I bought it 3 months ago and used it one time successfully). They proposed a "partial" refund, and I accepted it, recognizing that a partial refund is better than none.

Purchased this because it does Mylar bags as well as freezer bags. Works good but I do need to adjust the auto settings.

Purchased this vacuum sealer specifically for use with Mylar Bags. The machine gives you the ability to adjust both vacuum and heat settings during use which is quite nice when using varying bag thickness. You need to read to user manual several times to fully understand the functionality of the machine and its proper use and settings but once you understand it is quite simple to use and delivers a high quality end product and seal quality. If problems or questions arise do not hesitate to contact customer service, they are extremely fast in responding and offering both solutions and tips to aid you with whatever issue and/or question you may have which makes purchasing the machine a safe bet. Having purchased and used a variety of different vacuum sealer products over the years I personally rate this machine as one of the best I have owned as it truly allows me more control over my packaging process and gives me peace of mind that my packaging will remain sealed and protected.