Our verdict
The FoodSaver handheld is a convenient extra, not a replacement for a heat sealer. It works only with FoodSaver zipper bags and containers and doesn't heat-seal rolls, so it's best for short-term storage.
Buy it ifYou already use FoodSaver containers or want a quick leftovers tool.
Skip it ifYou want to freeze food for months.
Key specs
| FoodSaver Handheld | |
|---|---|
| Price | About $60 |
| Type | Handheld |
| Seal bar or bags | None (zipper bags) |
| Liquids | No |
| Pump | Cordless |
| Warranty | 1 year (limited) |
| Notable | Works with FoodSaver zipper bags and containers |
How it works
A cordless pump that pulls air through the valve on FoodSaver zipper bags and containers. No heat seal.
Price and warranty
Prepared States listed it at $59.99. One-year limited warranty.
How we evaluated it
This review is based on FoodSaver's published specifications, independent test results where available (we name whose test each figure comes from) and owner feedback, compared against the other sealers we track. We'll add hands-on notes as our testing progresses.
Questions
Can the FoodSaver handheld seal regular bags?
No. It needs FoodSaver zipper bags or containers with a valve.
