| Vacuum sealers | Vacuum chambers |
| Medium level of vacuum attainable (up to 70%) | High level of vacuum attainable (± 99,98%) |
| Faster cycle time- only package is vacuumed | Longer cycle time - entire chamber is vacuumed |
| Pouch size limited by seal bar length | Pouch size limited by chamber dimensions |
| Horizontal and vertical sealing | Horizontal or vertical sealing (depending on model) |
| 5 mm seal standard | 3,5 mm double seal standard |
| Double sided heating (bi-active) standard | Double sided heating (bi-active) optional |
| External air supply required (except VIC model) | No external air supply needed |
| Uses venturi or Busch (dry) pump | Uses Busch (oil) pump |