October 2021
Vacuum Sealers: Aggregated Ranking Report
This report contains an aggregate consensus of Vacuum Sealer rankings posted by key online experts, as of October 2021.
At a glance - October 2021 Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Sealer |
The Spruce Eats
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Good Housekeeping
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Consumer Reports
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Business Insider
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Wirecutter
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The Strategist
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Food & Wine
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Reviewed
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Delish
|
Sous Vide Guy
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1
|
- | $76 |
Nesco Deluxe VS-12
|
4
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
4
|
-
|
3
|
1
|
-
|
|
2
|
- | $80 |
Anova Precision Sealer
|
3
|
4
|
3
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
|
3
|
- | $60 |
Mueller Automatic MFFVS-01
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1
|
-
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-
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-
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-
|
5
|
-
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-
|
6
|
5
|
|
4
|
- | $42 |
Geryon E2900-MS
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-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
5
|
- | $420 |
Weston Pro-2100
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2
|
-
|
-
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-
|
-
|
7
|
9
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-
|
-
|
6
|
|
6
|
- | $188 |
FoodSaver V4840
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-
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-
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-
|
1
|
-
|
6
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-
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-
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-
|
2
|
|
7
|
- | $89 |
FoodSaver FM2000
|
5
|
-
|
-
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-
|
-
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-
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-
|
2
|
4
|
-
|
|
8
|
- | $38 |
Geryon E2800-C
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
-
|
11
|
-
|
|
9
|
- | $60 |
NutriChef PKVS18
|
8
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2
|
-
|
-
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-
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-
|
7
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-
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-
|
-
|
|
10
|
- | $49 |
Nesco VS-02
|
9
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
11
|
- | $130 |
FoodSaver GameSaver Big Game
|
11
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
12
|
- | $80 |
Zwilling Fresh & Save
|
12
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
13
|
- | $38 |
FoodSaver Cordless Sealer
|
10
|
5
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
14
|
- | $51 |
Geryon E2901-M
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
8
|
-
|
-
|
4
|
We ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 #1 in October 2021 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 3 experts ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best for Beginners
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Pros
Useful settings give user more control
Sturdy
Double heat seal option
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Cons
Doesn't include attachment hose for canister use
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Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Food Vacuum Sealer
|
Pros
Powerful suction
Accessory port
Built-in bag cutter
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Cons
Slow seal cycle
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Reviewed
|
Pros
Offers multiple settings for suction
Countdown display
Includes onboard bag cutter and storage
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Cons
Manual light on food safety info
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We ranked Anova Precision Sealer #2 in October 2021 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best for Sous Vide
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Pros
Sleek and compact
Easy to use
Includes a pulse suction feature
|
Cons
Not many accessories included
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Good Housekeeping
Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Beginners
|
Pros
Easy to use
Compact and lightweight
|
Cons
Limited functionality
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend Vacuum Sealers.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of Vacuum Sealers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for October 2021 ranking
The Spruce Eats
Good Housekeeping
Consumer Reports
Business Insider
Wirecutter
The Strategist
Food & Wine
Reviewed
Delish
Sous Vide Guy
We ranked Mueller Automatic MFFVS-01 #3 in October 2021 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Mueller Automatic MFFVS-01 as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best Overall
|
Pros
Quick, strong seal
Compatible with other brands of sealer bags and rolls
Affordable and compact
Includes accessory port and hose
|
Cons
No bag cutter or onboard storage for rolls
Accessory hose doesn't include an adapter
|
We ranked Geryon E2900-MS #4 in October 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Geryon E2900-MS as #1.
Good Housekeeping
Best Selling Food Vacuum Sealer on Amazon
|
Pros
Compact and lightweight
User-friendly
Easy to clean
|
Cons
Doesn't work well on moist foods
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We ranked Weston Pro-2100 #5 in October 2021 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Professional
|
Pros
Seals within seconds
Fan-cooled to allow for continuous use
Manual seal mode is ideal for softer foods
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Cons
It’s heavy and difficult to move
It’s has a large countertop footprint
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We ranked FoodSaver V4840 #6 in October 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked FoodSaver V4840 as #1.
Business Insider
The best vacuum sealer overall
|
Pros
Able to vacuum seal jars, zip bags, and other containers
can choose how much air is removed
moisture detection that prevents the vacuum from pulling liquids into the machine
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Cons
Takes up a lot of counter space
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We ranked FoodSaver FM2000 #7 in October 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Budget
|
Pros
Easy to use
Vacuum feature can be controlled
Includes removable, dishwasher-safe drip tray
|
Cons
No roll storage
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Reviewed
Best Value / Editor's Choice
|
Pros
Comes with removable drip tray
Cord winds away neatly
Easy to use
|
Cons
No cutter or on-board storage
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We ranked Geryon E2800-C #8 in October 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Compact
|
Pros
Affordable
Straightforward to use
Lightweight and compact
|
Cons
Doesn't include a bag cutter
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We ranked NutriChef PKVS18 #9 in October 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Quiet
|
Pros
Quiet operation
Small footprint
Simple to use
|
Cons
Doesn't have a removable drip tray
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Good Housekeeping
Best Value Food Vacuum Sealer
|
Pros
One-touch operation
Seals moist foods well
|
Cons
Inconsistent results
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We ranked Nesco VS-02 #10 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best User-Friendly
|
Pros
Intuitive control panel
Built-in bag roll compartment
Can vacuum and seal opened bags of snacks (like cereal, chips, and cookies)
|
Cons
Bulkier than some other models
No drip tray
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We ranked FoodSaver GameSaver Big Game #11 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best for Hunters
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Pros
Carrying handle
Extra-long power cord
Powerful motor
|
Cons
Some reviewers say it's prone to overheating
Somewhat expensive
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Business Insider
The best vacuum sealer for hunters and fishers
|
Pros
Quality customer service
10-year warranty
user-friendly interface
capable of handling large cuts of meat
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Cons
Susceptible to overheating
getting liquid in the vacuum nozzle can cause it to malfunction
takes up a lot of counter space
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We ranked Zwilling Fresh & Save #12 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Container System
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Pros
Space-saving design
Glass storage containers
Cordless
Extra containers available
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Cons
Vacuum lacks heat seal
Pricey compared to full-size sealers
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Business Insider
The best handheld vacuum sealer
|
Pros
Compact and easy to store
simple to use
great for extending the life of everyday foods like produce and small cuts of meat
|
Cons
Need to use Zwilling's own vacuum seal bags and containers
not for very large items or bulk cuts of meat
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We ranked FoodSaver Cordless Sealer #13 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Cordless
|
Pros
Compact and portable
Great for those who live in small spaces
Works quickly
|
Cons
No indicator light
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We ranked Geryon E2901-M #14 in October 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
