- Durable home-vacuum packaging system vacuums and seals automatically
- 5-level seal control; instant seal to stop process; built-in roll storage and cutter
- Accessory port for vacuum-sealing cans, jars, bottles, and canisters
- Accessories include bags, dishwasher-safe drip tray, instructions, and more
- Measures 20-4/5 by 6-4/5 by 3-3/8 inches
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Combining a wide range of features and a heavy-duty design, this home-vacuum packaging system vacuums and seals automatically with effortless one-touch operation. The unit provides built-in roll storage and cutter, as well as a five-level seal control to choose from for setting the desired sealing time. For vacuum packaging delicate foods, the vacuum process can be stopped at any time to control the amount of air being removed. Additionally, the unit provides an accessory port for vacuum-sealing cans, jars, bottles, and canisters. Accessories include two 1-gallon bags, three 1-quart bags, a 10-foot roll of 11-inch-wide bag material, and a 1-1/2-quart canister, as well as a 5-1/2-inch universal lid, a bottle stopper, and an accessory hose with on-board storage. A Quick Start manual and a how-to video are also provided, along with a dishwasher-safe drip tray for easier cleanup. The vacuum sealing kit measures 20-4/5 by 6-4/5 by 3-3/8 inches.
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FoodSaver PRO III Professional Series Vacuum Packaging System. Take air out, seal freshness in and eliminate freezer burn once and for all with this easy-to-use, commercial-quality home vacuum packaging appliance. The FoodSaver Professional III helps put an end to food waste. It keeps just about all your favorite foods fresh and delicious up to 5 times longer. The top-of-the-line Professional III features Automatic on-touch operation, an Accessory Port for vacuum packaging of cans, jars, bottles and canisters and built in Roll Cutter and Storage. An Instant Seal button liets you control the amount of air removed to prevent crushing delicate items. For questions on any FoodSaver product, call Tilia FoodSaver Customer Servict toll free number 800-777-5452.
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72 of 75 people found the following review helpful
This review focuses on the significance of the differences I found between the Pro III model, and a less expensive FoodSaver model I used for about a year and half. The features and uses of the FoodSaver are left for other reviewers. I find the FoodSaver to be a very useful kitchen appliance.
The FoodSaver Pro III model is the second FoodSaver machine I have used. I upgraded from the Model 1075, even though the machine I had was still working fine. I did not know whether the upgrade would be worthwhile, given the cost, but am pleased to report that I found the additional features of the Pro III to be well worth the much greater cost. And I liked the older machine quite a bit.
The principal benefits I have found of the Pro III over the Model 1075 are:
1. Pro III has a built-in roll holder and cutter, and storage of the hose under the lid, which saves space on the counter (on the other hand, the unit is a few inches longer and little wider).
2. Pro III does not get hot nearly so quickly, so it can be used more continuously. When the Model 1075 got too hot, it would not vacuum effectively resulting in wasted storage bags, and the need to wait longer between using the unit.
3. Pro III is significantly quieter. The Model 1075 is much noisier, particularly in the sealing stage.
4. Pro III is easier to start (it starts by pushing a button instead of pushing down on the top of the unit).
5. Pro III has a removable drip tray (this was added to other new models, and is very convenient).
6. Pro III has a sleeker more attractive appearance.
7. Pro III has a setting for a higher level of vacuuming.
The botttom line is that if you upgrade from a lesser model, I think you will be pleased with the Pro III.
The FoodSaver Pro III model is the second FoodSaver machine I have used. I upgraded from the Model 1075, even though the machine I had was still working fine. I did not know whether the upgrade would be worthwhile, given the cost, but am pleased to report that I found the additional features of the Pro III to be well worth the much greater cost. And I liked the older machine quite a bit.
The principal benefits I have found of the Pro III over the Model 1075 are:
1. Pro III has a built-in roll holder and cutter, and storage of the hose under the lid, which saves space on the counter (on the other hand, the unit is a few inches longer and little wider).
2. Pro III does not get hot nearly so quickly, so it can be used more continuously. When the Model 1075 got too hot, it would not vacuum effectively resulting in wasted storage bags, and the need to wait longer between using the unit.
3. Pro III is significantly quieter. The Model 1075 is much noisier, particularly in the sealing stage.
4. Pro III is easier to start (it starts by pushing a button instead of pushing down on the top of the unit).
5. Pro III has a removable drip tray (this was added to other new models, and is very convenient).
6. Pro III has a sleeker more attractive appearance.
7. Pro III has a setting for a higher level of vacuuming.
The botttom line is that if you upgrade from a lesser model, I think you will be pleased with the Pro III.
61 of 64 people found the following review helpful
I have owned this sealer for over two years and use it several times a day. When I first got this device I went wild and purchased all kinds of meat on sale and sealed loads of steaks, ribs, chicken, and shrimp in the Tilia FoodSaver bags. Some of those items are still in my freezer and still good!! I am amazed at the lack of freezer burn and the length of time you can keep frozen foods in these bags. I saved the cost of the machine in the first six months after I bought in on the sale prices of meat alone.
But the good news does not stop there. You can use this sealer on the Tilia canisters and keep your spices, chips, coffee, tea, brown sugar, flour, nuts, just about anything you can fit into one of the canisters, fresh! If you purchase the Wide Mouth Jar Sealer you can use your own canning jars to seal just about anything that can fit into a jar. Everything that is sealed in this manner stays very fresh and I can buy larger amounts of things on sale and seal in the freshness. My favorite use is for coffee beans. Recently, I purchased 10 lbs of beans of various types at half price ($4/lb instead of $8/lb) saving $40.00 on a single purchase. The beans stay absolutely fresh until I use them!!
I have yet to run into a problem with this device. It is simple to use, automatic in its operation and the results are wonderful. It may seem expensive but you will save the cost of this machine in a short period of time by eliminating wasted food.
But the good news does not stop there. You can use this sealer on the Tilia canisters and keep your spices, chips, coffee, tea, brown sugar, flour, nuts, just about anything you can fit into one of the canisters, fresh! If you purchase the Wide Mouth Jar Sealer you can use your own canning jars to seal just about anything that can fit into a jar. Everything that is sealed in this manner stays very fresh and I can buy larger amounts of things on sale and seal in the freshness. My favorite use is for coffee beans. Recently, I purchased 10 lbs of beans of various types at half price ($4/lb instead of $8/lb) saving $40.00 on a single purchase. The beans stay absolutely fresh until I use them!!
I have yet to run into a problem with this device. It is simple to use, automatic in its operation and the results are wonderful. It may seem expensive but you will save the cost of this machine in a short period of time by eliminating wasted food.
43 of 44 people found the following review helpful
First thing you need to do is buy a freezer. your fridge freezer will fill quickly.
A few hints and tips.
I place ice cubes in gallon bags and pack them. That way they won't melt all over your food in the cooler and they also make a great emergency ice packs.-cool huh!
I pre-freeze fresh meat in the bag for about 1.5 hours before sealing, it will prevent the problem of the juice interfering with the seal.
When doing soup it obviously needs to be pre-frozen. so this tip will help with the giant mess that can come from trying to put liquid into a bag. first, go to McDonalds (or any fast food) and buy a 32 oz Coke. You will need the cup, preferably it will be plastic and fluted at the end for a drink holder. cut the bottom off. you now have a wide mouth funnel that can be placed into the bag. The funnel keeps the bag clean and ensures a good seal. I use 2 cups per 1 pint bag. place them in a loaf pan and pre-freeze the whole batch. then pack it. Great for sloppy soups like pea or bean.
I have sealed (not vacuum-packed) my first-aid kit, matches, maps, and other important items into a gallon sized bag when canoeing. since there is air in it, it will float if you capsize.
As you can see there is a lot of things that can be done with a vac packer. Once you get one you will seek out all kinds of things to pac. If you have a large family this decision should be a no-brainer. Your savings alone from bulk will more than make up the cost.
A few hints and tips.
I place ice cubes in gallon bags and pack them. That way they won't melt all over your food in the cooler and they also make a great emergency ice packs.-cool huh!
I pre-freeze fresh meat in the bag for about 1.5 hours before sealing, it will prevent the problem of the juice interfering with the seal.
When doing soup it obviously needs to be pre-frozen. so this tip will help with the giant mess that can come from trying to put liquid into a bag. first, go to McDonalds (or any fast food) and buy a 32 oz Coke. You will need the cup, preferably it will be plastic and fluted at the end for a drink holder. cut the bottom off. you now have a wide mouth funnel that can be placed into the bag. The funnel keeps the bag clean and ensures a good seal. I use 2 cups per 1 pint bag. place them in a loaf pan and pre-freeze the whole batch. then pack it. Great for sloppy soups like pea or bean.
I have sealed (not vacuum-packed) my first-aid kit, matches, maps, and other important items into a gallon sized bag when canoeing. since there is air in it, it will float if you capsize.
As you can see there is a lot of things that can be done with a vac packer. Once you get one you will seek out all kinds of things to pac. If you have a large family this decision should be a no-brainer. Your savings alone from bulk will more than make up the cost.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Not Pleased
Purchased mine in July/08 and it just died. I called food saver and they told me I'm SOL. What was most surprising is that I couldn't get it repaired if I wanted too. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Willington E Noble
I'm Done With Foodsaver, Entirely
As you can see from the reviews here at Amazon, all of the Foodsaver Models costing less than $200 have about 30% negative reviews due to failure. Read more
Published 18 months ago by 40-something
15 year owner of this an other Food Saver sealers
The Food Saver Pro III is a terrible product!!!!! I have been reluctant to write this, but tonight this sorry product has driven me to the edge of sanity!!! Read more
Published 19 months ago by A. V., BBQ
Expensive Junk
Used this about 20 times before it broke. Pump still works fine so I took it apart. A small plastic piece where the tubing connects was sheered off. Read more
Published 19 months ago by M
very poor quality
Purchased 3 of these, one at Walmart, returned, one at Meijers, returned, and one off the internet, returned. None of the units worked out of the box. Read more
Published on December 2, 2009 by C. DeLattre
Foodsaver needs better quality control
This was the second unit I purchased and just like the first one, it arrived DOA with defective vacuum pump. Read more
Published on November 4, 2009 by Julius Kovatch
Failed after 5 uses
This is our 2nd Foodsaver. The first failed after 3 years (sealing element burnout) and we could not find another food vacuum with decent reliability reviews so we bought another... Read more
Published on October 21, 2009 by FJN 356
Great Vacuum Sealer Kit
Got this to replace my Pro II that finally died. This unit is a bit quicker and pulls a vacuum better. It also seals better.
Published on September 7, 2009 by retrodog
Reliability Not Great
I bought my unit about two years ago. It has been a terrific product for our kitchen. We have been pleased with the end result and think that it keeps food, especially wild game... Read more
Published on August 9, 2009 by J D
Caveat Emptor--No durability and zero customer support
I'm writing this after the failure of my 3rd Tilia FoodSaver Pro (all 3 were purchased new) in a little less than 4 years. Read more
Published on July 17, 2009 by Love2Read
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