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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
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.
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N/A N/A $199
FoodSaver V4440
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Endorsement summary:

  • On 24 Jan 2024 The Strategist ranked FoodSaver FM5200 as #5
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    #5 out of 7 FoodSaver FM5200
    Best vacuum sealer for canning
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    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 FM5200
FoodSaver V4440
Consumer score (CS) is a normalized computed representation of customers' sentiment towards a product.
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:
FoodSaver FM5200 ranks #18 out of 49. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.7
Great
FoodSaver V4440
In comparison:
FoodSaver V4440 ranks #6 out of 49. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.1
Great
Median best-selling Vacuum Sealer
In comparison:
Geryon E2800-C ranks #25 out of 49. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.3
Great





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

Customers who view FoodSaver FM5200 and V4440 often consider FoodSaver V4840, a pricier option.
Table: Top compared alternatives for FoodSaver FM5200 and V4440
FoodSaver V4840 $240
In comparison:
FoodSaver V4840 ranks #7 out of 49. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.1
Great
3 expert recommendations
FoodSaver VS3150 $160
In comparison:
FoodSaver VS3150 ranks #32 out of 49.
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7.9
Great
2 expert recommendations Cheaper
FoodSaver V4400 $199
In comparison:
FoodSaver V4400 ranks #4 out of 49. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.1
Great
No expert recommendations More Popular
FoodSaver V2244 $200
In comparison:
FoodSaver V2244 ranks #31 out of 49.
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8.0
Great
No expert recommendations More Popular
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Mar 2024 neither FoodSaver FM5200 nor FoodSaver V4440 were recommended by key experts who publish Vacuum Sealers recommendations.
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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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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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [6]

90
Total 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:

80-100
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20-40
0-20
No expert reviews linked yet for FoodSaver V4440.
From Seller:
  • 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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From Seller:
  • 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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From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0053891109871
UPC Numbers: 053891109871
Model Numbers: FM5200-000
No manufacturer information linked for FoodSaver V4440.
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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).

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