Galaxy VME1 External Vacuum Packaging Machine with 12" Seal Bar

Great item and received as described. Shipping was fast. We use this to vacuum seal fruit and meat that we process. very easy to use and has tight seal.

The unit arrived as promised not broken issues. When I tried this unit the unit seemed to cycle properly but had to use a textured bag as none of my clear bags worked either. The problem is the unit after cycling would not open. The latches on both ends of the unit would not move to allow the locks to come free. Tried compressing and release no luck, pulling it apart no luck. The only thing that works is tapping hard on each end where the locks are which releases it. Shoddy to say the least and time consuming. I had a Vp112 which died and could not get parts so i needed a fast replacement due and could not wait for truck shipping of another unit. Sadly it was a waste. Will not evacuate smooth bags no matter what size only will work on textured bags which was not disclosed in the description. Nor was the fact the latches won't unlatch

keep food stored and in perfect condition with this machine is very simple, easy to use, small and light variety of sleeve sizes to be able to portion food

Bought this sealer a few months back and I'm really glad I did. Great price and fits neatly on my counter. I use it for marinating, sous vide or just to keep things super fresh. Highly recommend this product to anyone in need of a smaller size food sealer.

The Galaxy vacuum seal machine with 12" seal bar could be a good machine, but I received a defective one. I contacted customer service ight away for an exchange, they keep on asking me to send videos and stuff, and videos cannot show the problem. it is very hard for me to use it. I have to press hard to hold it so the vacuum can partially work. The worst part of it, when you finally vacuuming a bag it's another struggle to open the machine, it didnt release it as it shlould be. Although I like webstaurant, but Im very unhappy with that purchase.

Works about 40% of the time, but I suppose it is to be expected from the price. The cancel button doesn’t work all the time. I just unplug and have to pry it open. Make sure that both sides are sealed tight before starting. There are no directions so when placing a bag for vacuuming make sure that the open seam is within the gaskets. Also the gasket comes uninstalled so you have to force it into the machine.

In love with this vacuum machine, wish I would have found this before I purchased the big "Name Brand" great price & works perfect!

Be aware if you buy this item, that the package states it includes a vacuum hose attachment, which will not be in the box. Don't bother contacting webstaurant about it, they say the box is a generic box and it not an included item. Product website doesn't say either way. I think the box needs to be fixed to not mislead the customers.

SO, I have had my vacuum machine for over a year now. I am a home cook, OK, I'm a single person that hates to cook, and I have used the machine to save prepped meals on a weekly basis. I have used the sealer every week, packing 10 or so bags a week and it has not failed me yet! I was previously using the one you get at Walmar, and went through one every 6-8 months, which is why I came here to find an alternative. And now I am the proud owner of a sous vide machine and will now try to defy food poisoning!!!

Work as intended. I will try to review it again in a few weeks.

Small, compact and doesn't takes up much space would recommend it to colleagues

Took me a minute to figure out how to use it exactly but once I did it works perfect for what we need!

I have been in the market for a vacuum sealer for about about 6 months. I came across this site by accident and I am glad I did. This vacuum sealer is significantly cheaper than other brands and is very high quality. It is low profile and very easy to operate. I’m extremely picky and highly recommend.

vacuum and seal never worked. Has pulsed sealed 2 out of 100. Never again. Had I bothered to use it in time, I would have returned it. Does not vacuum, and lid does not unlock. Terrible product.

I have owned seal a meal , food saver , and a store brand vacuum sealer and none lasted more than 13 months and I cared for them ,cleaning and drying after each use. with no difference . Then I bought the Galaxy Vacuum Packaging Machine. Not the first problem , seals fast and no air leaks. I like to freeze meats in bag then seal to keep liquids from entering seal chamber , but with the Galaxy no freeze needed. till after process . This is a keeper.

Very poor quality. The machine doesn't vaccum and the locks don't release. I watched the video and read the reviews assuming user error, however, not the case.

Simple vacuum sealer that will accommodate bags or rolls up to 12" wide. Works almost every time, if there are any problems just reseal. Great for sealing meats, or for sous-vide. A optional hose for sealing canisters only costs a few dollars and can extend the usage of this item.

The Galaxy Vacuum Packager is very economical for home use, and I like the way it has been used in restaurants too. I purchased the unit with the starter bag kit (3 sizes witg 20 bags each size). The unit is easy to operate with its two options of automatic and manual. The manual lets you control the vacuum using the pulse button to avoid crushing soft foods, and then you simply push the seal button. I tried it on delicate breaded eggplant slices using two different size bags in both auto and manual mode. Both worked equally well. The only thing I had to make sure was the unit clicked close on both sides. When sealed, the unit opens up automatically. I am impressed with the quality, ease of use, and bag choices. Highly recommend, and now it is time to bag more eggplant!

We got this nice Vacuum Packaging Machine on October 16th 2018 and we use it a lot. Today 12/7/2018 it still works great. The seal gets bad if there is a kink on the plastic and when I get a bad seal I just simply reseal the ends and it works out great. You just have to make sure the plastic is seating flat on the band sealer without creasing the plastic and all will seal great. We sealed all of the 50 6" wide plastic (plus the samples that came with the sealer) and 30 or so of the 8" wide plastic that I ordered with it. Some of the 8" wide plastic i cut in half so I can get more out of the plastic. We sealed bananas for our smoothies, seafood prep, salmon & asparagus to New York Steak. I will try to upload pictures and Read More

Gets the job done but takes a while. If you're looking for speed this isn't going to be what you want. But for the price point with some patience it gets the job done