Experts prefer FoodSaver FM5200 over FoodSaver V4440
On 5 Mar 2024 (24 days ago) we went through 57 Vacuum Sealer expert endorsements .
Currently, FoodSaver FM5200 received 1 endorsement from The Strategist (24 Jan 2024). Meanwhile, FoodSaver V4440 did not receive any endorsements this month.
Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Sealer | Consumer Reports | Reviewed | The Spruce Eats | Business Insider | The Strategist | Food & Wine | Sous Vide Guy | Delish | Wirecutter | Good Housekeeping |
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25 | N/A | $170 | FoodSaver FM5200 The FoodSaver FM5200 Vacuum Sealer is a versatile and user-friendly machine that effectively extends the shelf life of food and reduces waste. | - | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - |
N/A | N/A | $199 | FoodSaver V4440
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Endorsement summary:
- On 24 Jan 2024 The Strategist ranked FoodSaver FM5200 as #5
Rank Vacuum Sealer Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 7 FoodSaver FM5200 Best vacuum sealer for canning... ... ... Source: nymag.com
Customers like FoodSaver V4440 somewhat more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
FoodSaver V4440
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
FoodSaver V4440, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than FoodSaver FM5200.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling vacuum sealer receives a consumer score of 8.3 (great). Both FoodSaver FM5200 and FoodSaver V4440 receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
FoodSaver FM5200 |
In comparison:
8.7 Great
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FoodSaver V4440 |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
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Median best-selling Vacuum Sealer |
In comparison:
8.3 Great
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FoodSaver V4440 is more popular than FoodSaver FM5200
It's fairly safe to say that FoodSaver V4440 is a more popular vacuum sealer than FoodSaver FM5200, based on its 10,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
Table: Top compared alternatives for FoodSaver FM5200 and V4440 | |||||
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FoodSaver V4840 | $240 |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
| 3 expert recommendations | ||
FoodSaver VS3150 | $160 | 2 expert recommendations | Cheaper | ||
FoodSaver V4400 | $199 |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
| No expert recommendations | More Popular | |
FoodSaver V2244 | $200 | No expert recommendations | More Popular |
Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Sealer | Consumer Reports | Reviewed | The Spruce Eats | Business Insider | The Strategist | Food & Wine | Sous Vide Guy | Delish | Wirecutter | Good Housekeeping |
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1 | - | $102 | 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. | - | 2 | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 2 | 1 |
2 | - | $70 | 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. | 3 | - | 7 | 5 | - | - | - | 5 | 3 | 3 |
3 | - | $128 | 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. | - | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | - | - | 1 | - |
4 | - | $240 | 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. | - | - | 4 | 1 | - | - | 2 | - | - | - |
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Expert reviews [6]
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 4
Highest score by Culinary Reviewer | 96 |
Average score based on 6 reviews | 90 |
Lowest score by TechGearLab | 84 |
Score distribution:
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40-60 | |
20-40 | |
0-20 |
- Save more, waste less: Meat preserved with the foodsaver system in the freezer can last up to 3 years and still taste fresh, flavorful, and freezer-burn free. Prep-ahead meals, leftovers, and produce stored in the fridge will stay fresh up to weeks later instead of spoiling in days
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- Seal freshness in: Meat preserved with the FoodSaver system in the freezer can last up to 3 years and still taste fresh, flavorful, and freezer burn free; Prep ahead meals, leftovers, and produce stored in the fridge will stay fresh up to weeks later instead of spoiling in days.Includes: (1) 11""x10' vacuum seal roll (3) 1-quart vacuum seal bags (2) 1-gallon vacuum seal bags (3) 1-quart vacuum zipper bags (2) 1-gallon zipper bags
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FoodSaver FM5200 is a very popular option on the higher end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling vacuum sealers and has a couple of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as FoodSaver FM2110 or Weston Pro Advantage .
FoodSaver FM5200 is $53.51 more expensive than the average vacuum sealer ($116.48).
FoodSaver V4440 is a very popular option on the higher end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling vacuum sealers and has a couple of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as FoodSaver V4400 or FoodSaver V2244 .
FoodSaver V4440 is $83.01 more expensive than the average vacuum sealer ($116.48).