Experts recommend FoodSaver VS3150 more than NutriChef PKVS18
As of 3 Jan 2025, experts prefer FoodSaver VS3150 over NutriChef PKVS18, but both Vacuum Sealers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, FoodSaver VS3150 received 1 recommendation: from Delish (4 Aug 2022). NutriChef PKVS18 was also endorsed 1 times: by Delish (4 Aug 2022). However, experts generally ranked NutriChef PKVS18 lower than FoodSaver VS3150 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Sealer | The Strategist | The Spruce Eats | Delish | Good Housekeeping | Reviewed | Food & Wine | Sous Vide Guy | Wirecutter | Business Insider | CNET |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | N/A | $193 | FoodSaver VS3150 | - | - | 4 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 32 | N/A | $55 | 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. | - | - | 7 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 4 Aug 2022
Delish ranked FoodSaver VS3150 as #4 and NutriChef PKVS18 as #7 Rank Vacuum Sealer Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 7 FoodSaver VS3150 Most Versatile Food Vacuum Sealer... ... ... #7 out of 7 NutriChef PKVS18 Best Food Vacuum Sealer for Sous VideSource: www.delish.com
After counting and adding up the 61 expert endorsements of the January rankings, FoodSaver VS3150 outranks NutriChef PKVS18. This is not to say that NutriChef PKVS18 is a bad option. Like FoodSaver VS3150, it is recommended by experts, but less.
| Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Sealer | The Strategist | The Spruce Eats | Delish | Good Housekeeping | Reviewed | Food & Wine | Sous Vide Guy | Wirecutter | Business Insider | CNET |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $96 | 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. | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | - | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2 | - | $57 | 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. | - | 4 | 5 | 3 | - | - | - | 3 | 7 | 2 |
| 3 | - | $129 | 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 | - | $211 | 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. | - | 3 | - | - | - | - | 2 | - | 1 | - |
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Expert reviews [1]
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 0
| Highest score by The Spruce Eats | 94 |
| Average score based on 1 reviews | 94 |
| Lowest score by The Spruce Eats | 94 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
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| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [6]
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 4
| Highest score by TechGearLab | 90 |
| Average score based on 6 reviews | 82 |
| Lowest score by foodal.com | 74 |
Score distribution:
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| 60-80 | |
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| 0-20 |
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