November 2023
Vacuum Sealers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of vacuum sealers rankings posted by key online experts, as of November 2023.
Summary
On 4 Nov 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 58 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 4 Nov 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.
Brand breakdown
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FoodSaver: 10 vacuum sealers
(#1 is FoodSaver V4840)
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Weston: 3 vacuum sealers
(#1 is Weston Pro-1100)
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Geryon: 3 vacuum sealers
(#1 is Geryon E2800-C)
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Nesco: 2 vacuum sealers
(#1 is Nesco Deluxe VS-12)
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Anova Culinary: 2 vacuum sealers
(#1 is Anova Precision Sealer)
Price breakdown
At a glance - November Ranking
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Sous Vide Guy
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Food & Wine
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The Strategist
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Business Insider
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Wirecutter
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Good Housekeeping
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Consumer Reports
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Delish
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Reviewed
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The Spruce Eats
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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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6
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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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FoodSaver FM2000
The FoodSaver FM2000 Vacuum Sealer is a versatile and efficient vacuum sealer with adjustable settings, manual operation, and an accessory port, making it ideal for sealing and storing food items.
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NutriChef PKVS18
The NutriChef PKVS18 vacuum sealer is a compact and user-friendly countertop model that offers various features for food preservation, but its lightweight construction may not be as durable as other options on the market.
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5
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FoodSaver Cordless Sealer
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8
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Nesco VS-02
The Nesco VS-02 Vacuum Sealer is a highly recommended and popular choice among experts due to its convenient features and effectiveness in preserving food, although its durability may be a concern for some users.
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FoodSaver VS3150
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Bonsenkitchen VS3750
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Mueller Austria MFFVS-01
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5
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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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Weston Pro-1100
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We ranked Nesco Deluxe VS-12 #1 in November 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.
Food & Wine
Best Overall
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Great for a beginner but suitable for any user, this is an easy-to-use and versatile vacuum sealer.
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Our only complaint is that a little too much liquid in the bag can make moist sealing difficult.
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Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Food Vacuum Sealer
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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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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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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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The Spruce Eats
Best Overall
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Precise control
Gentle mode for fragile foods
Easy to use
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Loud
Hose attachment not included
Fairly expensive
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We ranked Anova Precision Sealer #2 in November 2023 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Business Insider
Best for sous vide cooking
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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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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 Small Spaces
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Great performance in Lab tests
Compact and lightweight
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Limited functionality
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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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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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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 November 2023 ranking
Sous Vide Guy
Food & Wine
The Strategist
Business Insider
Wirecutter
Good Housekeeping
Consumer Reports
Delish
Reviewed
The Spruce Eats
We ranked Anova Precision Pro #3 in November 2023 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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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 #4 in November 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 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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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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Expensive
No gentle mode
Large footprint
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We ranked FoodSaver FM2000 #5 in November 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked FoodSaver FM2000 as #1.
Reviewed
Best Overall / Editors' Choice
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Comes with removable drip tray
Cord winds away neatly
Easy to use
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No cutter or on-board storage
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The Spruce Eats
Best for Small Spaces
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Can be stored vertically or horizontally
Easy to use
Powerful
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Expensive
Only one strength setting
No pulse mode
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We ranked NutriChef PKVS18 #6 in November 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best for Delicate Foods
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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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When moist sealing, air bubbles are still apparent in the liquid.
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Business Insider
Best compact
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Lightweight, has a gentle mode for delicate foods, dry and moist modes, digital button controls
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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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Delish
Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Sous Vide
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One-touch operation
Great for sous vide
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May produce inconsistent results
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We ranked FoodSaver Cordless Sealer #7 in November 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Handheld Food Vacuum Sealer
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Compact and easy to use
Gentle sealing for delicate foods
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Must use FoodSaver bags or containers
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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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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
Imperfect sealing
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We ranked Nesco VS-02 #8 in November 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Business Insider
Best budget vacuum sealer
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Sealer function is quiet, sleek design, portable and stores easily
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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 VS3150 #9 in November 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Most Versatile Food Vacuum Sealer
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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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Positioning the bag for sealing takes some getting used to
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Delish
Most Versatile Food Vacuum Sealer
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Includes built-in handheld sealer
Multiple settings
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Has a learning curve
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We ranked Bonsenkitchen VS3750 #10 in November 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best Value
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With perfect scores across the board from our test kitchen, we’re confident this vacuum sealer does the job at a great price.
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It’s not the gentlest we tested when it comes to delicate items.
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The Spruce Eats
Best for Delicate Items
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Inexpensive
Gentle on delicate foods
Accessory port and hose
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Multiple vacuum sessions needed for moist foods
No bag storage or cutter
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We ranked Mueller Austria MFFVS-01 #11 in November 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Runner-Up, Best Overall
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Powerful suction
Strong seal
Inexpensive
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No bag cutter or roll storage
Damages more delicate items, even on gentle mode
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We ranked Zwilling Fresh & Save #12 in November 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Business Insider
Best handheld
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Compact and portable, comes with food-safe glass containers, has a phone app, stores easily
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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 November 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best vacuum sealers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Food Vacuum Sealer 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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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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