Upon initially unboxing, the unit is obviously of good quality, it appears to be sturdy and well-finished. It's almost sleek in appearance. The controlls are easy to locate and identify. They're sensitive enough to respond to a "normal" push, without being overly sensitive. The plastic sheeting included is of perfect heft & will definitely do the job.
When in operation, the vacuum sealer is reasonably quiet and does a great job of removing air and sealing the plastic into an air-tight bag. It's easy to use and the directions were clear and easy to understand.
What a great way to seal and freeze leftovers or pre-prepared freezer meals! Definitely a money saver.