Anova Precision Chamber Sealer First Impressions and Unboxing

So a lot of people keep asking me my thoughts about the new Anova Precision Chamber sealer so I finally broke down and bought one. Other than the fact it is made by the same manufacturer as the Avid Armor USV20, it has some differences, but I will save those for my next video comparing the two. This is my 1st impression of this unit where I go over what the functions are. With products like this you are really buying the brand and their customer service ability as they do not really manufacture the product themselves.
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[@ChrisLeeX]

This is the type of youtube content I miss. Thank you for making such a quality informative video.

[@FireWaterCooking]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joegolok]

I’ve been watching a lot of your videos on the Avid Armor since not many videos are posted of the Anova. Thanks for making this video!

[@FireWaterCooking]

Glad you like them!

[@RamyGabriel]

Thanks so much for posting this! You answered my questions regarding chamber size / practicality, function versatility and bag size. Great video!

[@FireWaterCooking]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Mstymntntop]

You can press the down button at any point to stop the vacuum and start the seal. I was marinating some jerky today and it “boiled” after about 15 seconds. I watched it and pressed the down button to stop the pump and seal before the liquid entered the seal area and it has been perfect so far.

[@FireWaterCooking]

Glad you like it!

[@bostonbesteats364]

You actually can vary the vacuum and seal times by holding down the icons and an up/down arrows will appear to adjust the time in seconds

[@FireWaterCooking]

I acknowledge this in the pinned post above - thanks

[@FireWaterCooking]

**UPDATE! Someone pointed out that you can adjust the Vacuum and Sealing times on the Anova by holding down the icons until the arrows pop up. I can confirm this IS the case and it does work but the arrows are not very sensitive and you do have to push them pretty hard.** These Bags will fit BOTH units 11" wide x10" long and they are only $32 for 250 bags - amzn.to/3xCLZhH

[@Mstymntntop]

I bought one of these and am thrilled with it so far. Have done sealing, marinating, quick pickles, and compressed watermelon. If I need something to store some ribs, I can still use the rolls of food saver bags by putting them in from the outside….not the same vacuum, but will at least do the same as a food saver. 2500 bags from another site cost $215. So much cheaper!

[@FireWaterCooking]

Great to hear!

[@mikegill2932]

what site did you use for the bags?

[@justinc2625]

which site for bags please?

[@MrDucatiti]

A day too late for me, the video that is. I've been waiting this video :) for this but ordered the USV20 yesterday.

[@FireWaterCooking]

it is a great unit and you will enjoy it. I like having the vacuum pressure gauge and I think the controls on the lid of the Anova will be problematic over the life of the unit

[@user-el2jc7jc6y]

Great video thank you. Do you think the size is enough to vacuum bags containing a meal for 1 person ? Its quite hard to appreciate the capacity without a retail experience...

[@FireWaterCooking]

yes, it would work for a meal for one just fine. the bags will fit 2-3 steaks, chicken breasts, fish filets, etc..

[@curtisschultz2651]

Great Video. Do you have a link for that little hose attachment? I don't see it on the anova site

[@FireWaterCooking]

amzn.to/3zQ25Hf

[@jplee3]

Would this be good for high-volume processing of fresh fish fillets? Is there a "max capacity" for this particular unit as well?

[@FireWaterCooking]

no, it is too small in my opinion

[@lukgaroo]

Please see my question! Can you use a standalone sealer to seal and create pockets or rather, evenly portion the bags, then put the food in then into the chamber sealer?

[@FireWaterCooking]

how would the air in the pockets escape?

[@kaisnowy]

Fantastic video, detailed and provided lots of useful information. Just wondering if you could measure the size of the bags? Im trying to find some cheaper substitutes!

[@FireWaterCooking]

like I said in the video, there are limited options on these bags due to the odd size. these are the biggest that will fit. they are wider than they are long due to the chamber size - amzn.to/3zQ25Hf

[@convincedquaker]

@@FireWaterCooking wrong link?

[@FireWaterCooking]

@@convincedquaker no

[@wyocoyotewyocoyote9007]

Thanks for the review. Was considering this chamber vac by Anova, but its teensy weensy fits one thin squirrel max. Seems its a pricey "easy bake" toy.

[@FireWaterCooking]

Glad I could help

[@wyocoyotewyocoyote9007]

@@FireWaterCooking gracias

[@ShawnWilton]

@fire & water cooking can you share a link to that vac hose you have?

[@FireWaterCooking]

it came with the unit

[@stephenrudolph1064]

I don't know why people are complaining about the size. I have a vac master vp122s and it has to be stored in a permanent place, as it is 50 pounds in weight . The larger machines can take an 11x14 bag, but over 90% of my packaging is done using an 8 x 10 bag (perfect for the anova), Yes, the smaller chamber means you can only do small infusions or pickle sucking and this may be an issue for some, but for regular use for soups or stews or most meat packaging, the anova is the perfect size.. and it was at least half the price of the larger units.

[@FireWaterCooking]

well, it is also a dry pump which are inferior to the oil based pumps in strength and durability...

[@stephenrudolph1064]

is not my VP112s a dry pump machine ? I see no instructions in the manual for oiling anything . of course the anova is most probably less durable in any case, but you have to pay 3 or 4 times more for the vp112 type.. my wife saw the anova and has instructed me to sell my vac master as its footprint takes up 1/2 the size of my small condo, lol @@FireWaterCooking

[@FireWaterCooking]

@@stephenrudolph1064 well, they dont make the vp112s anymore as they had many issue wit it

[@tae-hyunglee2935]

hello? I'm Korean so I can't speak English well, but please understand. Can I use a product called "Syntus 8" x 150' Food Vacuum Seal Roll Keeper" when using ANOVA CHAMBER VACUUM SEALER?

[@FireWaterCooking]

sure

[@marksironi3324]

As someone who currently uses a USV20 and finds the chamber too small, I'm really not a fan of that sloped chamber. Having the area with the seal bar raised is fine but it really needs to be a 90 degree angle there not a shallow slope. I'm also not sure how I feel about having the controls on the top; if you have this on your counter like I do my USV20 it's going to bury them at the back under the overhanging cabinets.

[@ronsrox]

I have a Vac Master VP112 and I have size issues, this thing is tiny.

[@FireWaterCooking]

these units are designed for limited use. they are more designed for people who want to keep them on their counter-top and use them mostly for small items and sous vide cooking.

[@Q_The_Rabbit]

@@ronsrox After popping a low back disc relocating my VP112, I let my cousin have it & bought this. It will sit right next to my Anova Precision Oven when needed. But seriously, he had me at pickles.

[@Hyper_Driven]

@@Q_The_Rabbit How is that precision oven? I just got my chamber vacuum and going to start using it. Was also eyeing the precision over. Thank you.

[@richardcasmier6795]

Can you post a video on using the accessory port? Specifically, how to activate it with the lid open?

[@FireWaterCooking]

you don't need to have the lid closed to run a cycle in these

[@Puffinugginns]

Every time i tried activating it i got an e2 error when trying to use the accessory port. Is there a way around this?

[@FireWaterCooking]

See Stephanie Zabita's post below..

[@HuyH]

Just saw this review and it's great and helped my decision making. Would you be able to post a link for that accessory hose? Thanks

[@jamesbrandon8520]

So what are the advantages of a chamber sealer over a sealer like a food saver?

[@ay9955]

My biggest gripe with food saver type vacuum sealers is that it does not handle liquids very well. Items in food saver types need to be very dry to achieve the best vacuum.

[@FireWaterCooking]

many. better vacuum, they can do liquids and very wet foods easier and better, the bags are usually much cheaper, although Anova is charging a ridicules amount for theirs.

[@nancyeaton731]

@@FireWaterCooking I’ve read that the Anova bags are heavier duty than the Avid Armor bags, but I can’t verify that myself. I’m enjoying using my Anova chamber a lot. I made pickles in it the other day, and will be making infused oils in small quantities for specialty cooking. The size is not an issue for me with the majority of things I store or sous vide.

[@lanatolman]

Why could you take a 8 x 10" bag and seal it on the 8" side and fold it over in the back under slightly?

[@FireWaterCooking]

try it

[@stephiegee11]

Hi. I checked with Anova and they state “there is no hose port, and no accessory will work there”. So I’m wondering if that is true? Does it vac with the hose and did you have have to use a lot of pressure to attach it? My foodsaver hose seems too large. Great. Video. Thanks!

[@FireWaterCooking]

well, since it is literally the same unit as the USV20 from Avid Armor, I say it will work..

[@stephiegee11]

@@FireWaterCooking that’s awesome! I purchased the attachment you recommended. Cheers!

[@stephiegee11]

Works perfectly...ty!

[@TysonMossMan]

@@stephiegee11 can I ask - how do you get it to run? Does the machine start with the lid open? I'm on the fence of buying one and just want to make sure.

[@ripped7979]

@@stephiegee11 How do you use the adapter? i get an error code when i try to run the accessory with the chamber opened.

[@mojauserid]

Cannot find what is the pouch size. If I buy this vacuum sealer I need to find a local supplier for the pouches. I don't want to pay the Anova price for the bags. Can somebody tell the max size of the bags I can use. A link for cheaper bags will be much appreciated. If the overall price is better bag price+shipping I might buy online too.

[@FireWaterCooking]

they are 11x10 inches, pretty much stuck with Avid Armor or Anova as they are the ones with this size unit..

[@changgooey]

i think the anova is the quietest out of all the avid armor USV20

[@FireWaterCooking]

they are basically the same pump.. so they are the same noise level...

[@changgooey]

i really do wish that was an accessory port

[@FireWaterCooking]

ok

[@convincedquaker]

It is

[@convincedquaker]

F.Y.I., your first link in the Description links to the incorrect Anova product.

[@FireWaterCooking]

no it is not..