when I got interested in SV,
I realized this technique would become an important one for me .
I purchased good quality items that were available then
a SousVide Magic system , and a Weston system .
I realized the FoodSaver system wwasnt for me. The Weston did not have a oil pump
eventually it needed to get sent bak for repair , and they changed the sealing gaskets
for no reason what so ever , and it never sealed easily again .
I knew then from experience , that SV was a key way for me to cook .
I hesitated a bit on the price , but got the Vacmaster , w the oil pump.
love it, and well worth the price , short term , or very long term , in my case.
it comes w some oil
but as @Shelby states : for home use , you don't have to change it frequently
so after you use the extra oil they include , if they still do
1 qt :: 30 USD :: approximately 10 oil changes .