A scroll type compressor has a fixed scroll, a movable scroll and a plurality of sealing members. The fixed scroll includes a fixed base plate and a fixed volute portion, which is formed on the fixed base plate. The fixed volute portion is tapered and the corners of the proximal end of the fixed volute portion are arched. The movable scroll is arranged to be engaged with the fixed scroll. The movable scroll includes a movable base plate and a movable volute portion, which is formed on the movable base plate. The movable volute portion is tapered and the corners of the proximal end of the movable volute portion are arched. One of the sealing members is located on the fixed base plate. The other of the sealing members is located on the movable base plate.