the FoodSaver Space Saving Vacuum Sealer is like it says it is small enough to hide away quickly but so easy to use I like to vacuum seal my meats now so much better than a zip lock bag and a space saver for my freezer. Plus the bell peppers and other veggies I can prepare then seal them and they can just be ready for use love this product. Only thing would be that yes it adds time to my putting away things but it is truly worth the extra time