May 2022
Vacuum Sealers: Aggregated Ranking Report
This report contains an aggregate consensus of Vacuum Sealer rankings posted by key online experts, as of May 2022.
At a glance - May 2022 Ranking
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We ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 #1 in May 2022 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 5 experts ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 as #1.

Food & Wine
Best Overall
Pros
Our testers found that this vacuum allowed for complete control, which lets users manage exactly how much power they want to use. As a result, we were able to seal raspberries without crushing them—a task that most of the other machines struggled with.
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Cons
We found this machine to be a bit louder than the others, but sound didn't affect performance.
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The Spruce Eats
Best Overall
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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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 May 2022 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

The Spruce Eats
Best for Beginners
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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Good Housekeeping
Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Beginners
Pros
Easy to use
Compact and lightweight
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Cons
Limited functionality
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Business Insider
Best vacuum sealer for sous vide cooking
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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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 2022 ranking









We ranked Nesco VS-02 #3 in May 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Food & Wine
Best for Beginners
Pros
A simple interface, slim design, and increased suction control makes this an easy option for first-timers.
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Cons
Unlike some of the other models on this list, this option does not have a pulse function.
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The Spruce Eats
Best Budget
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
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 NutriChef PKVS18 #4 in May 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Food & Wine
Best for Delicate Foods
Pros
This slender machine was the most gentle of all we tested, and was able to easily remove air without crushing any of the delicate foods.
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Cons
Our testers don't recommend this unit for bulk sealing, so it's not ideal for working in big batches.
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The Spruce Eats
Most Versatile
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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Good Housekeeping
Best Value Food Vacuum Sealer
Pros
One-touch operation
Seals moist foods well
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Cons
Inconsistent results
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Business Insider
Best compact vacuum sealer
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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We ranked FoodSaver V4840 #5 in May 2022 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
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
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 FoodSaver FM2000 #6 in May 2022 because:
- 3 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
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
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 Mueller Austria MFFVS-01 #7 in May 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

The Spruce Eats
Runner-Up, Best Overall
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 Geryon E2900-MS #8 in May 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Food & Wine
Best Value
Pros
This lightweight vacuum sealer is easy to assemble and surprisingly powerful.
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Cons
As a result of its powerful motor, it doesn't seal as gently as others, and it crushed some of the more delicate ingredients in our tests.
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The Spruce Eats
Runner-Up, Best Budget
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 Selling Food Vacuum Sealer on Amazon
Pros
Compact and lightweight
User-friendly
Easy to clean
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Cons
Doesn't work well on moist foods
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We ranked Zwilling Fresh & Save #9 in May 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Business Insider
The best handheld vacuum sealer
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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