This vacuum pump is amazing! I bought a 16 piece starter kit. I'm not sure about the containers. I find that I have to re-vacuum them every couple of days otherwise the seal leaks. But the bags are amazing. I ended up buying an extra pack of 30 bags. Now I have ordered a second pump to give as a gift. This will definitely extend the life of my very expensive food and save money on having to buy other storage bags and containers.