January 2023
Vacuum Sealers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of Vacuum Sealer rankings posted by key online experts, as of January 2023.
Summary
Between 9 Jan 2023 and 10 Jan 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 57 Vacuum Sealer endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
29 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 10 Jan 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 Big Game )
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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 - January 2023 Ranking
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Good Housekeeping
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Food & Wine
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Business Insider
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The Strategist
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Wirecutter
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Consumer Reports
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Sous Vide Guy
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Sorted by price:
Position in ranking | Price | Vacuum Sealer |
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#16 | $49 | FoodSaver Cordless Sealer [buy] [more info] |
#9 | $49.97 | Mueller Austria MFFVS-01 [buy] [more info] |
#3 | $55.99 | NutriChef PKVS18 [buy] [more info] |
#2 | $59.99 | Anova Precision Sealer [buy] [more info] |
#4 | $67.99 | Nesco VS-02 [buy] [more info] |
#10 | $77.99 | Zwilling Fresh & Save [buy] [more info] |
#1 | $88 | Nesco Deluxe VS-12 [buy] [more info] |
#8 | $98 | FoodSaver FM2000 [buy] [more info] |
#7 | $139 | Anova Precision Pro [buy] [more info] |
#11 | $174.42 | FoodSaver VS3150 [buy] [more info] |
#5 | $239.99 | FoodSaver V4840 [buy] [more info] |
#15 | $309.99 | Weston Pro-1100 [buy] [more info] |
We ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 #1 in January 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.

Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Food Vacuum Sealer
Pros
Powerful suction
Accessory port
Built-in bag cutter
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Cons
Slow seal cycle, according to reviewers
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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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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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Delish
Best Food Vaccum Sealer
Pros
Powerful suction
Secure double-heat seal
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Cons
Slow seal cycle
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We ranked Anova Precision Sealer #2 in January 2023 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Good Housekeeping
Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Beginners
Pros
Easy to use
Compact and lightweight
Three settings
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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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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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Delish
Easiest to Use Food Vacuum Sealer
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 January 2023 ranking









We ranked NutriChef PKVS18 #3 in January 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Good Housekeeping
Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Sous Vide
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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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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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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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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Delish
Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Sous Vide
Pros
One-touch operation
Great for sous vide
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Cons
May produce inconsistent results
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We ranked Nesco VS-02 #4 in January 2023 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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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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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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We ranked FoodSaver V4840 #5 in January 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked FoodSaver V4840 as #1.

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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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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We ranked Geryon E2900-MS #6 in January 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Good Housekeeping
Best Value Food Vacuum Sealer
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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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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We ranked FoodSaver FM2000 #8 in January 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
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 #9 in January 2023 because:
- 2 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 Zwilling Fresh & Save #10 in January 2023 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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We ranked FoodSaver VS3150 #11 in January 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Good Housekeeping
Most Versatile Food Vacuum Sealer
Pros
Includes a moist, dry, and pulse setting
Features a built-in hand held sealer that's compatible with resealable bags and other accessories like wine stoppers and containers
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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
Pros
Includes built-in handheld sealer
Multiple settings
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Cons
Has a learning curve
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We ranked Weston Pro-1100 #12 in January 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Good Housekeeping
Best Commercial-Grade Food Vacuum Sealer
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
Pros
One-touch design
Durable and powerful
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Cons
Pricey
Bulky
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We ranked FoodSaver Cordless Sealer #13 in January 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Vacuum Sealers” rankings.

Good Housekeeping
Best Handheld Food Vacuum Sealer
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
Pros
Excellent performance between charges
Compact and portable
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Cons
Only one setting
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