I am not one to post reviews often, but I am really happy I bought the Mason Genie. We have a regular vacuum sealer with bags, but this cool tool is changing the way we look at preserving food. Aside from dry goods, it works for fresh fruit and veggies, kept an avocado from browning for four days (did not taste very good from sitting on the counter, so lesson learned), and we are testing new things every day. Saves time and, we expect, money. Thank you!