The 9 Best Shrink Wrap Machines

This wiki has been updated 22 times since it was first published in November of 2018. Shrink wrap is incredibly useful for packaging, as it not only helps keep products stable and clean, it can prevent tampering as well. It’s also used as the primary covering for common food items, like cheeses and meats. Suitable for use at home or for commercial applications, these machines allow you to use heat to seal film and other types of plastic quickly and easily. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 22 times since it was first published in November of 2018. Shrink wrap is incredibly useful for packaging, as it not only helps keep products stable and clean, it can prevent tampering as well. It’s also used as the primary covering for common food items, like cheeses and meats. Suitable for use at home or for commercial applications, these machines allow you to use heat to seal film and other types of plastic quickly and easily. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. AIE I-Bar

A true professional in both appearance and results, the AIE I-Bar (around $244) comes with a timer, a sturdy rack and a 500-foot roll of quality film to help get you started on the right foot. Simply insert your item, push the arm down to seal, then cut the end of the material.

Heater gets hot very quickly
Simple 3-step operation
2 settings on included heat gun

2. Vevor SKA300

If you’re sitting on a stockpile of small items that need to be wrapped up for protection, the Vevor SKA300 (around $150) has what you need to get that done safely and efficiently. Using its adjustable gun, you can seal up books, toys, or medicine almost instantly.

3 styles to choose from
Powder-coated body for durability
9 temperature settings

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3. Super Sealer 18SS

As long as you have the necessary film, the Super Sealer 18SS (appx. $315) provides everything else you need to start packaging your products. Two roller bars help support the shrink wrap as you execute the sealing process, and the easy-to-grip heat gun offers precise control.

Takes up very little counter space
Made in the united states
Quick and simple setup

4. National Shrinkwrap PackageMaster

An intuitive, wand-based system for manually sealing up a variety of products, the National Shrinkwrap PackageMaster (appx. $350) comes with a film type of your choosing. It works well for bundling multiple small items together and for gift baskets.

Sealing arm is detachable
Lightweight for portability
Includes an instructional dvd

5. Easy Way 24

With the Easy Way 24 (around $489), you can feel confident that the finished, sealed product will look tidy and professional. This model offers a 120-volt gun, and it’s constructed with tough aluminum, so that it’s able to endure plenty of sealing sessions.

Highly resistant to rust
Roll of plastic film included
Can generate a strong smell

6. Metronic Poly

Ease of operation is one of the primary benefits of going with the Metronic Poly (appx. $43), which sets up quickly and features eight temperature settings for working on different types of materials. It weighs less than 10 pounds, making it quite portable.

Does not produce any odors
Timer alerts you when seal is done
Lacks the power for thick bags

7. Intelli-Pack Standard

Built with a sturdy base that provides the steadiness many precise jobs require, the Intelli-Pack Standard (around $279) comes with a heat gun that features a high and a low setting. It’s versatile enough for covering anything from DVDs to artwork prints.

Integrated film rack
Packages items up to 40 inches long
Heat strip lacks durability

8. Easyseal System

A durable, metal tool with a built-in cutter, the Easyseal System (about $299) can be a huge help for packaging food products at your house, such as homemade cookies or pastries. It’s also suitable for small business owners, and it comes with a large sheet of plastic film.

Neat and polished finished product
2-millimeter seal width
Instructions are hard to understand

9. iHotools Impulse

It probably isn’t the best long-term solution for everyday use, but the iHotools Impulse (around $23) can handle light duties, like sealing plastic bags and wrapping up soaps or candy. This compact, affordable model requires very little time to warm up before a job.

Low power consumption
Available in blue or white
Does not include heat gun

Last updated by Sam Kraft

In addition to his corporate career as a marketing and communications professional in Chicago, Sam runs a popular blog that focuses on the city’s flourishing craft beer and brewery scene. He received his degree in journalism from DePaul University (which spurred his interest in freelance writing) and has since spent years developing expertise in copywriting, digital marketing and public relations. A lifetime of fishing, hiking and camping trips has left him well-versed in just about any outdoors-related topic, and over several years spent working in the trades during his youth, he accumulated a wealth of knowledge about tools and machinery. He’s a travel junkie, a health and fitness enthusiast, and an avid biker.

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