May 2023
Vacuum Sealers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of Vacuum Sealer rankings posted by key online experts, as of May 2023.
Summary
Between 5 May 2023 and 5 May 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 61 Vacuum Sealer endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
33 Vacuum Sealers were endorsed in total, only 13 made it into this month's ranking (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included).
As of 5 May 2023, Nesco Deluxe VS-12 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed vacuum sealer with 6 expert endorsements. 4 experts out of 6 recommended it as the '#1 vacuum sealer' this month. It is followed by Anova Precision Sealer and NutriChef PKVS18 , with 6 and 5 expert endorsements respectively.
Brand breakdown
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FoodSaver:
10 Vacuum Sealers
(#1 is FoodSaver VS0150 )
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Geryon:
3 Vacuum Sealers
(#1 is Geryon E2901-M )
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Weston:
3 Vacuum Sealers
(#1 is Weston Pro-2300 )
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Nesco:
2 Vacuum Sealers
(#1 is Nesco VS-02 )
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Anova Culinary:
2 Vacuum Sealers
(#1 is Anova Precision Pro )
Price breakdown
At a glance - May 2023 Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Sealer |
Consumer Reports
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The Spruce Eats
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Wirecutter
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Business Insider
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Reviewed
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Good Housekeeping
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Delish
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Sous Vide Guy
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The Strategist
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Food & Wine
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1
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- | $91 |
Nesco Deluxe VS-12
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-
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1
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2
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-
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2
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1
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1
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-
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-
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1
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2
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- | $80 |
Anova Precision Sealer
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3
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3
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3
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6
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-
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4
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5
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-
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-
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-
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3
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- | $47 |
NutriChef PKVS18
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-
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8
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-
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4
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-
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5
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7
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-
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-
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5
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4
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- | $139 |
Anova Precision Pro
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-
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-
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1
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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2
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3
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5
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- | $240 |
FoodSaver V4840
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-
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7
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-
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1
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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6
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- | $68 |
Nesco VS-02
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-
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5
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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-
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3
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-
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7
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- | $89 |
FoodSaver FM2000
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-
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4
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-
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-
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1
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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8
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- | $41 |
FoodSaver Cordless Sealer
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-
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10
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-
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-
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-
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7
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6
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-
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-
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-
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9
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- | $40 |
Mueller Austria MFFVS-01
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
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-
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-
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10
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- | $154 |
FoodSaver VS3150
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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3
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4
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-
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-
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-
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11
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- | Check price |
Geryon E2900-MS
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-
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6
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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-
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12
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- | $80 |
Zwilling Fresh & Save
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-
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3
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-
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-
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-
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5
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-
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16
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- | $335 |
Weston Pro-1100
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-
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6
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3
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Sorted by price:
| Position in ranking | Price | Vacuum Sealer |
|---|---|---|
| #9 | $39.97 | Mueller Austria MFFVS-01 [buy] [more info] |
| #8 | $40.99 | FoodSaver Cordless Sealer [buy] [more info] |
| #3 | $47.49 | NutriChef PKVS18 [buy] [more info] |
| #6 | $67.99 | Nesco VS-02 [buy] [more info] |
| #2 | $79.95 | Anova Precision Sealer [buy] [more info] |
| #12 | $79.99 | Zwilling Fresh & Save [buy] [more info] |
| #7 | $89 | FoodSaver FM2000 [buy] [more info] |
| #1 | $91.16 | Nesco Deluxe VS-12 [buy] [more info] |
| #4 | $139 | Anova Precision Pro [buy] [more info] |
| #10 | $154.02 | FoodSaver VS3150 [buy] [more info] |
| #5 | $239.99 | FoodSaver V4840 [buy] [more info] |
| #16 | $335 | Weston Pro-1100 [buy] [more info] |
We ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 #1 in May 2023 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 4 experts ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best Overall
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Pros
Excellent pulse control
Great for fragile foods
Easy to use
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Cons
Loud
Doesn't include attachment hose for canister use
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Reviewed
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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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Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Food Vacuum Sealer
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Pros
Powerful suction
Accessory port
Built-in bag cutter
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Cons
Slow seal cycle, according to reviewers
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Delish
Best Food Vaccum Sealer
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Pros
Powerful suction
Secure double-heat seal
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Cons
Slow seal cycle
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Food & Wine
Best Overall
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Pros
Great for a beginner but suitable for any user, this is an easy-to-use and versatile vacuum sealer.
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Cons
Our only complaint is that a little too much liquid in the bag can make moist sealing difficult.
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We ranked Anova Precision Sealer #2 in May 2023 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best for Beginners
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Pros
Easy to use
Quiet
Compact
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Cons
No accessory port for containers
No adjustment for sealing dry/moist foods
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Business Insider
Best vacuum sealer for sous vide cooking
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Pros
Made by a well known sous vide company and made specifically for that use, lightweight, portable, sleek design for storage, has a pulse vacuum for delicate foods
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Cons
More manual than other sealers (you have to line up the bag and make sure lid is closed), suction power isn't as strong
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Good Housekeeping
Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Beginners
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Pros
Easy to use
Compact and lightweight
Three settings
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Cons
Limited functionality
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Delish
Easiest to Use Food Vacuum Sealer
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Pros
Compact and lightweight
3 sealing functions
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Cons
No bonus accessories
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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 May 2023 ranking
Consumer Reports
The Spruce Eats
Wirecutter
Business Insider
Reviewed
Good Housekeeping
Delish
Sous Vide Guy
The Strategist
Food & Wine
We ranked NutriChef PKVS18 #3 in May 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Most Versatile
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Pros
Incredible pulse control
Compact, lightweight design
Includes air suction hose and wine stopper cork
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Cons
Overheats quickly
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Business Insider
Best compact vacuum sealer
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Pros
Lightweight, has a gentle mode for delicate foods, dry and moist modes, digital button controls
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Cons
Was too powerful for raspberries but not crackers, hard to close (doesn't always click to let you know it's closed)
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Good Housekeeping
Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Sous Vide
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Pros
One-touch operation
Seals moist foods well
Four colors available
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Cons
Inconsistent results if bag is too full
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Delish
Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Sous Vide
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Pros
One-touch operation
Great for sous vide
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Cons
May produce inconsistent results
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Food & Wine
Best for Delicate Foods
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Pros
It’s difficult to vacuum seal delicate foods without crushing them or leaving air pockets, and this model does just that.
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Cons
When moist sealing, air bubbles are still apparent in the liquid.
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We ranked Anova Precision Pro #4 in May 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Anova Precision Pro as #1.
Food & Wine
Best Splurge
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Pros
Beautiful minimalist design and multiple seal settings make this vacuum sealer worth the price.
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Cons
While there’s no delicate seal option, this appliance has a pulse vacuum setting, which allows for the manual sealing of more fragile foods.
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We ranked FoodSaver V4840 #5 in May 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked FoodSaver V4840 as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best Professional
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Pros
Fully automated and simple to operate
Powerful suction is quick to seal
Easy to clean
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Cons
Not great for delicate items
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Business Insider
Best vacuum sealer overall
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Pros
Easy to use, clear lights indicate when sealing and vacuuming are done, handheld vacuum sealer is good for delicate foods or jars
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Cons
Bulky and takes up a lot of storage space, heavy, pricier than other vacuum sealers
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We ranked Nesco VS-02 #6 in May 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Budget
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Pros
Intuitive control panel
Built-in bag roll compartment
Can vacuum and seal opened bags of snacks (like cereal, chips, and cookies)
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Cons
Bulkier than some other models
No drip tray
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Business Insider
Best budget vacuum sealer
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Pros
Sealer function is quiet, sleek design, portable and stores easily
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Cons
Sliding cutter isn't as seamless to use as others, harder to close (takes some strength), doesn't have a manual vacuum option
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We ranked FoodSaver FM2000 #7 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked FoodSaver FM2000 as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best for Small Spaces
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Pros
Can be stored vertically or horizontally
Easy to use
Good pulse control
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Cons
Expensive
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Reviewed
Best Overall / Editors' Choice
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Pros
Comes with removable drip tray
Cord winds away neatly
Easy to use
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Cons
No cutter or on-board storage
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We ranked FoodSaver Cordless Sealer #8 in May 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Handheld
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Pros
Small and very portable
Inexpensive
Easy to use
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Cons
Requires special bags and containers
Slow sealing
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Good Housekeeping
Best Handheld Food Vacuum Sealer
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Pros
Performed well in lab testing
Seal 60 bags with a single charge
Highly portable
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Cons
One setting
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Delish
Best Handheld Food Vacuum Sealer
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Pros
Excellent performance between charges
Compact and portable
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Cons
Only one setting
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We ranked Mueller Austria MFFVS-01 #9 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Runner-Up, Best Overall
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Pros
Quick, strong seal
Compatible with other brands of sealer bags and rolls
Affordable and compact
Includes accessory port and hose
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Cons
No bag cutter or onboard storage for rolls
Accessory hose doesn't include an adapter
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We ranked FoodSaver VS3150 #10 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Most Versatile Food Vacuum Sealer
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Pros
Includes moist, dry, marinate and pulse settings
Features a built-in handheld sealer compatible with resealable bags and other accessories
Bag storage inside machine
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Cons
Positioning the bag for sealing takes some getting used to
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Delish
Most Versatile Food Vacuum Sealer
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Pros
Includes built-in handheld sealer
Multiple settings
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Cons
Has a learning curve
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We ranked Geryon E2900-MS #11 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Runner-Up, Best Budget
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Pros
Easy to use
Lightweight and compact
Powerful suction good for meat
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Cons
Not good with delicate items
Overly sensitive touchpad
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Good Housekeeping
Best Value Food Vacuum Sealer
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Pros
Compact and lightweight
User-friendly
Easy to clean
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Cons
Reviewers say there's an initial learning curve
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We ranked Zwilling Fresh & Save #12 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
Business Insider
The best handheld vacuum sealer
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Pros
Compact and portable, comes with food-safe glass containers, has a phone app, stores easily
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Cons
You have to use Zwilling's bags and containers, containers aren't ideal for bulk freezer storage
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We ranked Weston Pro-1100 #13 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Commercial-Grade Food Vacuum Sealer
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Pros
Holds up to heavy use
One-touch operation
Accessory port
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Cons
Bulky and unattractive
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Delish
Best Splurge Food Vacuum Sealer
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Pros
One-touch design
Durable and powerful
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Cons
Pricey
Bulky
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