Growing up my Mom used one and I think it's the same one I left home with when I moved out. Years later I have no idea where it went but lately it seems like it could come in handy. I know Sean uses one and gets a lot of utility out of his.

What's a good one to get?

For the most part I don't think I'll use it for food like I remember seeing on info-ercials. It will be more for "stuff" ranging from say the size of a book of matches to two sticks of butter.

Do they all work the same? I see some work with bags while others use a sleeve that you make seams with. Ideally i'd like to reduce waste with size of bags but it seems they come in different sizes.

It looks like some can reseal other items, not the seal bags.

Just looking for a little guidance from what you guys might have experience with.