January 2025
Vacuum Sealers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of vacuum sealers rankings posted by key online experts, as of January 2025.
Summary
On 3 Jan 2025, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 61 vacuum sealer endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
34 vacuum sealers were endorsed in total, only 11 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 3 Jan 2025, Nesco Deluxe VS-12 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed vacuum sealer with 8 expert endorsements. 5 experts out of 8 recommended it as the '#1 vacuum sealer' this month.
Brand breakdown
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FoodSaver: 11 vacuum sealers
(#1 is FoodSaver V4840)
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Anova Culinary: 4 vacuum sealers
(#1 is Anova Precision Sealer)
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Geryon: 3 vacuum sealers
(#1 is Geryon E2900-MS)
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Weston: 3 vacuum sealers
(#1 is Weston Pro-1100)
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Nesco: 2 vacuum sealers
(#1 is Nesco Deluxe VS-12)
Price breakdown
At a glance - January Ranking
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The Strategist
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The Spruce Eats
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Delish
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Good Housekeeping
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Reviewed
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Food & Wine
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Sous Vide Guy
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Wirecutter
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Business Insider
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CNET
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Nesco Deluxe VS-12
The Nesco Deluxe VS-12 Vacuum Sealer is a highly rated and durable product that offers a range of features to keep your food fresh, making it a great option for home cooks.
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Anova Precision Sealer
The Anova Precision Sealer is a compact and versatile handheld vacuum sealer that offers precise control and durability for all your food preparation needs.
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Anova Precision Pro
The Anova Precision Pro is a durable and powerful countertop vacuum sealer that offers a range of features to enhance the sous vide cooking experience, making it suitable for both professional and home use.
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FoodSaver V4840
The FoodSaver V4840 Vacuum Sealer is a versatile and durable vacuum sealer that offers multiple functions for preserving food, including automatic sealing, handheld vacuum sealing, and the ability to create custom-sized bags.
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+8 | Check price |
Anova Precision Chamber
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6
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6
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3
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6
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+6 | $79 |
Zwilling Fresh & Save
The Zwilling Fresh & Save Vacuum Sealer is a highly recommended product for its simplicity, durability, and ability to keep food fresh and reduce waste.
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5
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-1 | $40 |
FoodSaver Cordless Sealer
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5
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5
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Geryon E2900-MS
The Geryon E2900-MS Vacuum Sealer is a compact and durable machine that offers easy operation and efficient food preservation.
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Weston Pro-1100
The Weston Pro-1100 Vacuum Sealer is a professional-grade appliance with innovative features, durable construction, and easy-to-use design, making it a versatile and reliable option for food preservation and sous vide cooking.
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+2 | $51 |
Geryon E2901-M
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New * | Check price |
FoodSaver Handheld+ 2in1 Vacuum Sealing
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8
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We ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 #1 in January 2025 because:
- 8 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 5 experts ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best Overall
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Precise control
Gentle mode for fragile foods
Easy to use
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Loud
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Delish
Best Food Vaccum Sealer
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Powerful suction
Secure double-heat seal
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Slow seal cycle
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Good Housekeeping
Best Overall
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Powerful suction
Accessory port
Built-in bag cutter
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Slow seal cycle, according to reviewers
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Reviewed
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Offers multiple settings for suction
Countdown display
Includes onboard bag cutter and storage
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Manual light on food safety info
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Food & Wine
Best Overall
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We loved the double-seal function and how well this sealer removed air from moist foods.
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You have to wait longer between sealing sessions than with other machines
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Business Insider
Best multipurpose
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Powerful vacuum and sealing are perfect for meat
Easy to use and clean
Great for sous vide cooking
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Loud operation
Too powerful for fragile foods
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CNET
Best Overall
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Inexpensive for a top-tier model
Most informative display
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Less sleek design than other models
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We ranked Anova Precision Sealer #2 in January 2025 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best for Beginners
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Easy to use
Quiet and compact
Pulse button
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No accessory port
No vacuum strength settings
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Delish
Easiest to Use Food Vacuum Sealer
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Compact and lightweight
3 sealing functions
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No bonus accessories
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Good Housekeeping
Best For Small Spaces
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Great performance in Lab tests
Compact and lightweight
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Does not include a bag cutter
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Business Insider
Best for sous vide cooking
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Made specifically for sous vide cooking by a well-known sous vide company
Lightweight
Portable
Sleek design for easy storage
Has a pulse vacuum for delicate foods
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More manual than other sealers: You have to line up the bag and make sure lid is closed
Suction power isn't as strong as we'd like
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CNET
Best vacuum sealer for newbies
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Quick and easy set-up
Moderately priced
Small footprint
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Basic functions only
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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 2025 ranking
The Strategist
The Spruce Eats
Delish
Good Housekeeping
Reviewed
Food & Wine
Sous Vide Guy
Wirecutter
Business Insider
CNET
We ranked Anova Precision Pro #3 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Anova Precision Pro as #1.
Food & Wine
Best Splurge
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Beautiful minimalist design and multiple seal settings make this vacuum sealer worth the price.
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Though the manual pulse setting was effective with fragile foods, there’s no automated delicate seal option.
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We ranked FoodSaver V4840 #4 in January 2025 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 Splurge
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Fast and powerful
Easy to clean
Built-in handheld sealer and bag storage
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No gentle mode
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Business Insider
Best overall
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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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Bulky and takes up a lot of storage space
Heavy
Pricier than other vacuum sealers
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We ranked Anova Precision Chamber #5 in January 2025 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Chamber
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Easy to use
Multifunctional
Powerful
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Limited chamber capacity
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Food & Wine
Best Chamber
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We were impressed with how much air this sealer could remove, and we loved its high level of customization
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It's expensive, and the many combinations of settings available can be confusing
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Business Insider
Best chamber
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Great for liquids and fragile foods
Easy to use and clean
Has settings for extracting and pickling
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Bulky
The chamber size limits what you can seal
Louder an slower than most models
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CNET
Best splurge, best for canning
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Offers versatility
Generous starter kit of bags included
Built-in handheld apparatus
Bag cutter design
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Less intuitive to operate
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We ranked Zwilling Fresh & Save #6 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best For Containers
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Slim and simple to use
Comes with two small bags, two medium bags and one large container (plus works with many sizes of Zwilling containers)
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No additional settings
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Business Insider
Best handheld
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Compact and portable
Comes with food-safe glass container
Stores easily
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Only works with Zwilling bags and containers
Containers aren't ideal for bulk freezer storage
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We ranked FoodSaver Cordless Sealer #7 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Handheld
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Inexpensive
Compact and portable
Easy to use
Long-lasting charge
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Requires special bags and containers
Slow
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Delish
Best Handheld Food Vacuum Sealer
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Excellent performance between charges
Compact and portable
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Only one setting
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CNET
Best budget handheld vacuum sealer
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Professional grade functionality
Offers canning capabilities
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Large footprint
Expensive
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We ranked Geryon E2900-MS #8 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Budget
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Inexpensive
Includes accessory port and multiple vacuum modes
Disassembles for cleaning
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Doesn't remove all air from bag
Overly sensitive touchpad
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Business Insider
Best budget
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Easy to use
Locking lid
Lightweight
Excellent for vacuum sealing meats
Quiet operation
Fast
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No built-in bag cutter or storage
No pulse mode
Vacuum sealing is a little too powerful for delicate foods
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We ranked Weston Pro-1100 #9 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Delish
Best Splurge Food Vacuum Sealer
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One-touch design
Durable and powerful
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Pricey
Bulky
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Good Housekeeping
Best For Heavy Use
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Holds up to heavy use
One-touch operation
Accessory port
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Bulky and unattractive
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We ranked Geryon E2901-M #10 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best Value
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This inexpensive model made durable seals with wet and dry items, and offers many setting options.
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It's not recommended for sous vide.
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We ranked FoodSaver Handheld+ 2in1 Vacuum Sealing #11 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Most Versatile
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Bag sealer and accessory vacuum in one
Some bags included
Hand-held vacuum isn’t tethered
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Vacuum bags are difficult to close
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Good Housekeeping
Best Hybrid
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Offers both handheld and countertop versatility
Works with custom zip-top bags, open ended bags, bag rolls, custom containers and bottles via an attachment
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Design is narrow but long, so will take up space for storage
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