FoodSaver V4400 2-in-1 Vacuum Sealer Machine with Automatic Vacuum Sealer Bag Detection and Starter Kit, Safety Certified, Black and Silver review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
| Brand | FOODSAVER |
| Material | Plastic |
| Color | Silver/Black |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 11 x 20 x 12 inches |
| Item Weight | 10 Pounds |
product features
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- Save Money and 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
- Automatic bag detection: Automatic bag detection makes vacuum sealing easier than ever: Simply put the bag in the vacuum chamber and the machine does the rest to ensure your food stays fresh and flavorful
- Simple to use: Built in roll storage and cutter lets you easily make custom sized bags to fit whatever you seal, while led light indicators easily guide you through the vacuum sealing process
- Very consistent sealing: Guaranteed to reach an optimal vacuum level and airtight seal; The V4440 is durable, high quality, and backed by a 5 year limited warranty
- Automatic moisture detection: Smart technology automatically detects moisture and switches to the correct mode to ensure an airtight seal is achieved. The patented removable drip tray will catch any overflow liquid and is dishwasher safe, making this kitchen appliance easy to clean and maintain
- NRTL Tested & Certified Product: All Foodsaver appliances are ETL or UL certified by Nationally Recognized Test Laboratories (NRTLs) for compliance with applicable Product safety test standards; Safety is our number 1 priority
- Compatibility: Works with FoodSaver 8 inches and 11 inches vacuum seal rolls, all pre made bag sizes, freshsaver zipper bags, fresh containers, and quick Marinator; Optional accessories include FoodSaver regular and wide mouth mason jar sealers and FoodSaver bottle stoppers for wine and oil bottles
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From the manufacturer
FoodSaver 4440 2-in-1 Automatic Vacuum Sealing System
Lock In Freshness
The FoodSaver 4440 2-in-1 Automatic Vacuum Sealing System helps keep food fresh longer. The system removes air, one of the main causes of mold and food spoilage, from bags and creates an airtight seal to lock in freshness.
One FoodSaver 2-in-1 appliance does it all: automatic bag detection and vacuum sealing mean two quick and easy steps to seal and save, and the built-in handheld sealer eliminates the need for additional attachments when sealing zipper bags and containers.
Key Features
- Vacuum sealing removes air, one of the main causes of freezer burn, mold, and spoilage
- Automatic bag detection and vacuum sealing means two quick and easy steps to seal
- Handheld sealer seals FoodSaver zipper bags, canisters, containers, and marinates food in minutes
Features & Benefits
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Fully Automatic OperationFully automatic operation uses exclusive technology to automatically sense the bag and food type to create a perfect, airtight vacuum seal. | Airtight Heat SealThe vacuum sealing system removes all the air from the bag, then uses heat to create an airtight seal, locking out moisture, air, and freezer burn. | Retractable Handheld SealerDesigned to work with FoodSaver vacuum zipper bags, containers, canisters, and all other FoodSaver accessories including wine stoppers, jar sealers, and the Quick Marinator. | Pull-Out Drip Tray DrawerDishwasher-safe drip tray catches excess liquid that may fall during the sealing process, helping keep your counters clean. |
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Breakfast PizzasCustomize your breakfast pizza using whatever you didn't finish the night before. Use your leftovers as toppings over an English muffin, add cheese, and bake until everything melts and bubbles. | Omelets & ScramblesReheat your leftover veggies by sauteing them in a pan, then whipping them with eggs for an amazing omelet or a savory scramble. Take it up a notch by adding meat or plant-based protein for a vitamin- and mineral-packed breakfast. | Rice BowlsHeat up your leftover rice, season it with salt, pepper, or hot sauce to taste, and then add an egg or protein of your choice to transform it into a delicious rice bowl. You can also try making it sweet by adding milk, nuts, honey, maple syrup, cinnamon, and fruit. | Breakfast HashCreate your own unique breakfast hash using any type of meat and vegetables you have on hand. Create a simple and quick breakfast hash by chopping up your ingredients into bite-sized pieces, then frying them in a skillet greased with oil or butter. |
product description
Style:Sealer Machine
Combining both a handheld and standard vacuum sealer, the FoodSaver V4400 2 in 1 Vacuum Sealer system is vacuum sealing versatility at its best. Powerful technology eliminates air from specially designed bags, and automatic bag detection ensures a secure airtight seal to prevent freezer burn. When sealing FoodSaver zipper bags and Fresh containers, the convenient handheld retractable sealer eliminates the need for additional attachments. One unit does it all.
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Questions about FoodSaver V4400 2-in-1 Vacuum Sealer Machine with Automatic Vacuum Sealer Bag Detection and Starter Kit, Safety Certified, Black and Silver
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Do you know what the difference is between the 4840 and this one 4440?
Answer: The only difference between the V4440 and V4840 models is the placement of the buttons. They both have all the same features and functions.
Answer: The manufacturer is wrong, because I just contact Foodsavor directly and asked if the 4440 has the pulse vac feature and they said the 4440 does NOT. The 4800, 4900 and the 5400 only does. I wound up buying the 4440 one based on this manufacturer's response, and apparently the info is wrong.
Answer: I see the 4840 cost more yet you say it's the same as the 4440. This does not make sense to me. Is on more puwefull and faster than the other. What come with the 4440 ? It does not say. Like it does with the 4840
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Has this model overheated and required shutdown to cool before continuing ?
Answer: If you are sealing many bags and quickly, the seal heater needs a couple seconds to cool down a little once in a while. But after 5 - 10 seconds you can start again. I've never had to shut the Foodsaver itself down. And we use it for big amounts. Just did $450 worth of meat that I bought and brought home and divided up to put in the freezer
Answer: My guess would be, if you have help and a assembly line setup, or a bunch of bags filled and waiting to vac and seal one right after the other, you might run into it overheating. Just doing it by getting a few ready to do, vac and seal them, then get a few more ready while it has a chance to cool, then do them, you should not run into the overheating. That is my normal way of doing it and I have never had a problem with overheating one.
Answer: Yes it has. If we are using it a lot in one day. We must wait and have it cool down.
Answer: Haven't had that issue. Our last "big use" was sealing 60lbs of hamburger into 2lb bags. So 60 seals in around an hour.
Answer: no it has never over heated
Answer: Not the one I own. Works great
Answer: I haven't had any problems with shutting down and I've been using my food saver for some really big jobs
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what size roll and bag is recmended
Answer: We recommend that you use 8" rolls and 11" rolls, you can also use various size bags with this FoodSaver.
Answer: I like the roll better for things like meat because then I can make the bag size as large or small as I need. For me the bags are great for dry goods like grains and nuts. I keep the two sizes of rolls and two sizes of bags.
Answer: 8" x 20' or 11" x 20' ( I bought a 50' roll and had to cut it and make 3 smaller rolls out of it)
Answer: it will take all the sizes of bag I believe
Answer: Both size rolls work wonderfully. I have both size rolls and not had any problems. Bags of any size also do well. I have not used the bags as much as the rolls because I like to decide how big my bag will be. Less waste that way. Hope this helped.
Answer: The roll is best as it can be cut to any size. The size depends on what you're packing.
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there are so many choices, are they all about the same?
Answer: There are a lot of vacuum sealers to choose from that have their own functions and features. The best model that would work for you would depend on the frequency, volume and the types of foods you plan on vacuum and sealing. For better assistance on choosing the perfect fit FoodSaver, please contact customer service www.foodsaver.com/contactus.
Answer: I bought a non automatic one that was around $80.00 and returned it as it did not seal correctly. There are a number on the market by Foodsaver and others, however I have used this one a number of times over the last few weeks and found it to work well and as advertised. You need to make sure though that you cut off enough bag material so that the sealer has enough in the slot so that it seals properly. Anything I get that does not work I return. I am keeping this one and it is not their most expensive one.
Answer: I always go for the newest model when I can. I gave one I got 2 years ago to my son & they love it. He's hunter and the venison lasts them a long time when the food saver is used. I haven't tried mine yet but I bet it will be great.
Answer: About the same with different features. This one has an external hose to vacuum seal their jars, containers and ziplock bags. Also has a marinate feature. I have this model and like it so far. Hope this helps.
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Hi - does this work with wet or juicy food?
Answer: This vacuum sealer does have a moist/dry food settings for optimal sealing that adjusts the seal level for a secure, reliable, air tight seal. With all FoodSaver models, we advise that when vacuum sealing meats and/or fish with lots of juices, it may be helpful to pre-freeze meats and fish for 1 - 2 hours before vacuum packaging in a FoodSaver Bag to ensure the retention of juices and shape, and to help guarantee a good seal. When making individual portions, place the individual pieces on a cookie sheet and place in the freezer for 1 - 2 hours. Remove from the freezer; transfer to a FoodSaver Bag and vacuum-seal.
Answer: I use a different approach for things like raw meat which I freeze before vacusealing. This also prevents the vacuum from compressing the meat and sucking out juices. I even use it for soup and stews. I cut a bag to length, fill it with the food, then stand it upright in the freezer for an hour or 2 until frozen, and then vacuseal it. Works great.
Answer: There is a setting on the saver for "dry or moist". Typically, if I'm vacuuming something with a lot of moisture, I use the Moist setting and make sure my bag has extra space. This should resolve most issues you have with wet vs dry products. If what you have has too much moisture, you can always use one of the other containers specifically designed for liquids.
Answer: You can do the same thing that they suggest for things like fresh berries or other soft food. Freeze the food first then do the food saver thing after.
Answer: Yes, it has a setting for wet or dry food.
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Ok have an older food sealer, with lots of extras.Will I be able to use them with unit ?
Answer: You should be able to.
Answer: This FoodSaver is compatible with all FoodSaver Accessories and Canisters, regardless of age, without the need for additional attachments.
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What is the differance between the v4440 and the v4400? what is the newest foodsaver model?
Answer: The V4440 is a model in the V4400 series. Anything that begins with V44 will be the same in form & function but may have slight cosmetic differences. The newest FoodSaver model on the market is the FM3920. Hope this helps!
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Sorry if this was answered, but can you use it with meat and liquids. For instance marinading steaks/meats, or is there limitations on that?
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Answer: Yes you can. You can seal a bag without vacuuming it. I love my sealer.
Answer: Yes it has setting for wet or dry sealing. Works good for marinating.
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Help. only the wide bags that span end to end will vacuum. the ones half as wide do not vacuum. it tries, but then stops in error. what am i doing wr?
Answer: We can certainly help you get this sorted out! Please make sure your leaving at least 3 inches of empty space at the end of the bag. Also, pre-freeze any food with moisture as the juices may cause the bags not to get vacuumed. For further assistance feel free to give our customer care team a call at (877) 777-8042. Our hours are Mon-Fri 8am-8pm and Sat 9am-6pm, EST.
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does this have a plus or a gentle feature for for foods you don't want crushed?
Answer: This FoodSaver vacuum sealer V4440 does not have the pulse feature. Check out the FoodSaver FM5460.
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What are the actual dimension?
Answer: We've got you covered! The V4440 is 15.88 inches wide x 5.75 inches deep x 7.19 inches tall. It's a very compact FoodSaver designed to save counter space!
Answer: Don't know, but machine is great. I save a lot of money each month using the machine. I go to Costco the first of each month and buy in large sizes and seal with machine. I get it 5 Stars!
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I am from singapore. my power is supply is 220v/240v, 50 hz - is your system auto switch? or have a 220v system?
Answer: All of our products that are sold in the United States and Canada are manufactured and UL approved for 110-120 voltage. We do not recommend using them in different countries due to the difference in voltage. Additionally, doing so will void your warranty.
Answer: Don't really think so, hadn't read the manual fully yet tho. Mine is just 110v....no switch that I am aware of.
Answer: 110 only
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What marinator ware can i use with this system. Not individual baggies but the tupperware type.
Answer: Our vacuum sealing appliances are only compatible with FoodSaver bags and containers. To marinate your meats we would recommend you purchase the FoodSaver Quick Marinator. Happy shopping!
Answer: I use the marinator all the time, I use it on the items 2 or 3 times to insure it is well sucked into the food. I have never marinated items then freeze them, but I am sure you can. This is a really nice attachment that is very useful.
Answer: Look up "foodsaver marinator container" on amazon. This is the tupperware designed to work with this. Be warned that a number of reviewers stated that this tupperware container explodes when used with this machine.
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Can I use the 4440 on whole fresh turkeys around 18 to 24 lbs
Answer: Great question! Yes, you can vacuum seal a whole turkey with this FoodSaver. However, for best result we recommend using our FoodSaver expandable bags, and that you pre-freeze the meats to avoid any moisture coming inside the vacuum channel. Thank you!
Answer: Probably not, I don't think you can get a wide enough bag. Sorry Robin.
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Considering the cost of the bags and rolls, is this really a good thing?
Answer: For myself, it is really a good thing. I prevent freezer burn on my food I freeze. Depending on what product I freeze, I am able to package the size I want, boil in the same bag or microwave in the same bag. I can even add marinade to meats before I seal them! You don't have to use "Food Saver" brand freezer bags or rolls. There are other options out there if you are willing to search for them on the internet.
Answer: To me the cost is justified, I use mine for both bags and mason jars. I soak and dehydrate a lot of nuts and this machine is AWSOME!!! Also no more freezer burn ❤️
Answer: I have a freezer. My meat lasts twice as long as using ordinary freezer bags. I can buy in bulk and portion out the meat and vegetables.
Answer: If you're using this for small volume daily use and no deep freeze, you don't need it. If you fill a deep freeze every 4-6 months then yes. We use it often for making deli meat and cheese last longer too.
Answer: If you use a freezer it is great, if not u don't need it.
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where do you storage the bags.to you
Answer: This model FoodSaver has a roll storage storage compartment built in the top.
Answer: There is no storage space in the Foodsaver unit itself. I usually keep the bags stored in the manufacturer's box and store it with the Foodsaver unit to keep them together.
Answer: The big panel on top is the lid to the storage space with the cutter. This is room for on roll.
Answer: The top opens for bag (roll) storage
Answer: The unit stores a roll of bag material in it, any separate bags we keep in a cupboard with the unit
Answer: Not sure what your asking...
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We freeze corn after cutting it off the cob and sometimes there is liquid in the bags from the corn. Can this system be used to seal and freeze corn
Answer: Yes! For best results freeze the corn 1-2 hours before vacuum sealing or use our https://www.amazon.com/FoodSaver-Liquid-Block-Heat-Seal-Quart/dp/B00851QSDE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1470922750&sr=8-1&keywords=liquid+block
Answer: Yes, it has a moist/dry setting to remove moisture
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Does this come with the starter kit? Rolls? Bags?
Answer: Yes, this FoodSaver does come with a starter kit.
Answer: It comes with bags
Answer: Yes it does, but very few. A good starter kit.
Answer: Yes rolls and bags
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How many bags can I vacuum and seal continuously?
Answer: The V4440 vacuum sealing system can seal 6-8 bags consecutively. Thanks!
Answer: I used to do 30+ bags. It needs at least 10 seconds in between before you strat sealing another bag. If you press the seal botton right away, the red light will blink. It means the machine is not ready to seal.
Answer: I used all the bags that came with it plus at least half of a fifty foot roll with no problem
Answer: As many as you have. It did not give me any problems.
Answer: how hard to return
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What is the cycle time between seals?
Answer: You would need to allow 20 seconds in between seals.
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is this powered 110v or 230v
Answer: All of our products that are sold in the United States and Canada are manufactured and UL approved for 110-120 voltage.
Answer: 120v
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Is this compatible for singapore voltage 230v? thanks
Answer: the power specification on the machine is 120v 60hz only
Answer: Hi Krak, I just order the same machine and it is good to note your answer to Audrey but I have a question - "what type or kind of converter do I need to purchase? Will a traveler plug do?
Answer: The one I purchased is rated for 120V. Hope you have a converter.
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When do you expect to have this unit back in stock? Has this unit been updated with another model by Foodsavor?
Answer: Ask Amazon
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Where is this made?
Answer: Thank you for asking! All of our FoodSaver products are manufactured in China. Happy shopping!
Answer: All of our products are made in People's Republic of China
Answer: All of our products are made in Peoples Republic of China.
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What is the InGH rating for this model?
Answer: I’m new to this vacuum packing, so I don’t know what inGH is.
Answer: That's something most folks wouldnt know. You should get in touch with customer service or tech support.
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I need a machine to individually wrap cookies for a cookie bake. Will this machine wrap the cookies and not break them?
Answer: Yes it would, what you would have to do is, as it automatically starts to suck the air out of the bag you just hit the seal button and it will stop the suction and seal it the way you want to this way it won't break, also If you let the machine suction the bag it still probably won't break them either now that I think of it, depending on how many cookies you enclose. I think this is the perfect machine for storing away gift such as cookis, or just putting them up in the cabinet until you are ready to eat them,, then just seal the bag back up, I do it all the time.. Hope this helps...
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Can i use any kind of bags or there is a specific type ? and does it come with bags or i have to buy them separately ?
Answer: I believe it came with a small roll & maybe a couple of pre-made bags. I order mine from Amazon. "2 of Big Sale! 2 8"X50' Rolls of FoodVacBags 4 mil Commercial Grade Vacuum Sealer Bags - Make Your Own Size Bag! - for Foodsaver, Seal-A-Meal, plus other m
Answer: The FoodSaver vacuum sealer V4440 comes with a starter kit. We recommend using FoodSaver brand bags, as that is all that has been tested with the FoodSaver vacuum sealer.
Answer: It will reseal bags like chips, frozen veggies, etc but to vacuum seal and preserve good you have to use either the food saver brand or equivalent. The bags are available at place like Walmart and Sams Club, or online from Amazon or other online sites. It is cheaper to buy rolls and make your own bags to size as opposed to buying pre-made bags. You get a sample of all types with the unit when you buy it.
Answer: It comes with bags. You should use the recommended bags....but yes you can use other brands.
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Thinking of purchasing this. If I seal and freeze leftovers, do I just throw the bag in boiling water to heat them up?
Answer: Yes. You can heat cooked foods, such as leftovers, in a FoodSaver® bag. The bags should never be used to cook raw foods. When microwaving/boiling, cut open a corner of the bag before putting it in the microwave/boiling so steam can escape. Avoid microwaving/boiling foods containing a lot of oil, as oil will get hot very quickly and could cause the sides of the bag to stick together.
Answer: I wouldn't heat the bags all the way to 212°. I'm not sure about the FoodSaver bags specifically, but many plastics start to break down over 200°. I use the bags to sous vide meats for several hours but temps never really go beyond 170°. No problems at the lower temps.
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What's the longest roll of 11in bag that will fit this? Can the 50ft fit? 25ft? Thanks!!
Answer: Probably the 25 ft roll is about all that will fit. I just finished using up the "trial" role and kept the cardboard tube and rolled up some bagging material on it from a 50 ft roll and about half of the 50 ft roll was all I could get to fit.
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Will this machine handle large cuts of meat, such as game?
Answer: The real question is not whether the machine can handle it but can you make a pouch/bag to handle the cut of meat. The machine will seal any bag that will go into the sealing slot. I butcher my own deer and vacuum pack all the various cuts with this machine. I just have to make the bag long enough to accommodate the specific cut of meat.
Answer: They will likely have to be cut down
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Are the fittings for Regular & Wide Mouth Mason Jars also included?
Answer: No they are not. They are available at a reasonable price right here on Amazon.
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Can you stop the machine when you want to such as or muffins or different breads?
Answer: You would just simply hit the seal button and the FoodSaver will switch to seal and stop vacuuming.
Answer: Yes, just tap the seal button when desired vacuum is achieved.
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Can this unit be used for sous vide cooking?
Answer: We recommend checking out the following blog on our website for information on how to use a FoodSaver with the sous vide style of cooking: http://bit.ly/1Vcjyio
Answer: It works fine for sealing food for Sous Vide cooking.
Answer: Does it automatically cut each food saver bag before you fill it and seal it or do I have to do it manually with a scissor or by manually dragging a cutter on the machine across the bag ?
Answer: No
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use one handed
Answer: We would recommend using two hands for any FoodSaver appliances.
Answer: For proper use, two hands are recommended.
Answer: Possible, but it would be a bit difficult. The bag has to be fed into the slot evenly so it will begin to seal. It usually takes both hands to insert the bag properly.
Answer: NO WAY ! This unit is a pain to use with two hands !
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Will this machine accept an 11.5” roll
Answer: Thank you for contacting us regarding your Inquiry! Yes, the Foodsaver V4400 2-in-1 Vacuum Sealer Machine can definitely accept the 11.5" roll. Hope this helps and always stay safe!
Answer: No, the maximum size for the rolls is 11". For example 11"x10" or 11"x16".
Answer: Yes 11.5 and 8 both common rolls in the foodsaver brand
Answer: The largest it can handle is 11”.
Answer: No. 11" is max.
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Does this model foodsaver V4440 2 in 1 automatic sealling system with bonus built in retractable handheld sealer come with the marinating container?
Answer: Click here to purchase the https://www.amazon.com/FoodSaver-Quick-quart-Marinator-BPA-free/dp/B00005OTXS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1476796958&sr=8-1&keywords=FoodSaver+Quick+2.25+quart+Marinator%2C+BPA-free
Answer: So, I only need to purchase the additional 2.25 quart container - and then I can marinate meats? This unit has that function? This looks like the one I want to buy, just want to double check it has the ability to do so.
Answer: No it does not. It's orobabky sold separately.
Answer: yes
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Will the handheld sealer work with the Flavor Locker brand canisters?
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Can you use a jar sealer with this?
Answer: How do you use the jar sealer with this product ... do you have directions
Answer: Yes, this Vacuum Sealer is compatible with both the Wide-jar mouth Sealer and the Regular-jar mouth sealer.
Answer: Does this product include a kit for jar sealer? The tube thing...
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can you use other bags
Answer: can you use mylar bags???
Answer: Food saver will seal other bags such as potato chips etc. but for food preservation I recommend using seal bags designed for food saver..
Answer: Our FoodSaver vacuum sealers are designed to work with any of our FoodSaver bags. Thanks!
Answer: they have to be for vacum p-acking if you want it to be freezer burn free and throw then in the microwave or into boiling water. which you cannot do with regular bags.........
Answer: Yes or no will this machine seal any Mylar bag?
Answer: Yes, Amazon sells some that are much cheaper in a two roll package, however the rolls are to big to fit inside the Foodsaver roll storage area. If you leave the roll on the counter and cut the pieces as necessary they will work.
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Does it com with bags
Answer: Mine came with a roll and a few different size bags, mine is great,
Answer: My did, but it probably depends on who you purchase it from!
Answer: yes. But not nearly enough.
Answer: yes.
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Can i stop it before it crushes soft items
Answer: Yes! Simply press "seal" anytime during the vacuum process to stop the pump and start the sealing cycle. Thanks!
Answer: It does it by itself
Answer: Press seal again
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Esta maquina es 110 0 220v
Answer: Hola, soy Marcin de Foodsaver Care. Gracias por contactarnos con respecto a nuestro producto. Foodsaver V4400 vendido en los EE. UU. Es un aparato de 120 V.
Answer: Es de 110v, excelente máquina
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Does the FoodSaver V4440 have an option to seal delicate food?
Answer: yes, it has a button to stop the vacuum and seal. So you can determine when to stop.
Answer: Yes. This FS item is amazing!! Absolutely LOVE it!!
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what is in package?
Answer: the machine with the attachment to seal packages that have a valve on them. You also receive some rolls of plastic that you can cut to the size you need
Answer: The starter kit of this FoodSaver will include a variety of bags/rolls in different sizes. Unfortunately, we're unable to determine the specific items included with this vacuum sealer, since the starter kit is different for each store. For more information, we recommend you contact the retailer. Thank you!
Answer: Uh....it tells you what's in the package when you click on it on Amazon.
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Can this food saver FSFSSL-4440-000 be used with all Food Saver accessories?
Answer: Yes, this model is compatible with all FoodSaver bags, rolls and accessories.
Answer: Yes, as far as I understand from the manual. You can use the retractable handheld piece for bags, containers, and canisters.I haven't used that part yet though
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What is the Retractable Handheld Sealer used for?
Answer: Use the retractable handheld sealer to vacuum seal all or our accessories like the canisters, containers, bottler stoppers and more. Thanks!
Answer: You can seal canisters, zipper bags and containers...very convenient
Answer: Larger bags, special canning jar lids.
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I am from singapore. my power is supply is 220v/240v, 50 hz - is your system auto switch? or have a 220v system?
Answer: All of our products that are sold in the United States and Canada are manufactured and UL approved for 110-120 voltage. We do not recommend using them in different countries due to the difference in voltage. Additionally, doing so will void your warranty.
Answer: Don't really think so, hadn't read the manual fully yet tho. Mine is just 110v....no switch that I am aware of.
Answer: 110 only
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Mine will not vacuum seal dried beef. It pull liquid from dried beef up through edge that needs sealed. Pulls liquid into drip tray.
Answer: We recommend that you always flash freeze meat/fish, fruits/veggies, and freeze sauce/soup solid before vac/seal because moisture will compromise the seal and can compromise the integrity of the FoodSaver altogether.
Answer: I would use a jar and sealant adapter if I had any problems
Answer: non
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What is he difference this machine and the FM5200?
Answer: These two FoodSaver models do the same functions. The only difference is the design of the model.
Answer: I bought this as a Xmas gift for my son but he really likes it. He uses it for his elk, deer meat and fish.
Answer: Sorry that’s something a food saver rep would have to answer.
Answer: About 760
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Does this have a seal only option or does it only do vacuum and seal?
Answer: There is a "Seal" button that you can press to seal only. If you don't press the seal button the unit will seal and vacuum. Even with the vacuum, you control how much it vacuums. There is also control to select whether the item being sealed or vacuumed and sealed is wet or dry.
Answer: Yes! The V4440 features a seal only cycle. Thanks!
Answer: It has both seal and vac and seal options!!!
Answer: It does both, you can vacuum seal or just seal. That's one of my favorite features because you can use it on almost anything. I seal chips and cereals most often.
Answer: it does have a seal only option, I was bagging up peanuts in the shell & noticed on my first bag that some of the peanuts were crushed when I ran the whole cycle, the next one I ran till the air was out then hit the SEAL option & the vacuum stopped, love it
Answer: Yes, the only reliable operation on the machine.
Answer: yes
Product reviews of FoodSaver V4400 2-in-1 Vacuum Sealer Machine with Automatic Vacuum Sealer Bag Detection and Starter Kit, Safety Certified, Black and Silver
Dennis R Slack : Very good product
I purchased this item a couple of years ago to replace an earlier and smaller model. My wife and I use it all the time.
It works very well most of the time, however on occasion you have to coax it as it will not always seal. The light bar will go to four lights then continue running for a long time if you allow it to. You can also hit the seal button and it will then seal but the air has not always been sucked out of the bag. This could be operator error. I'm not sure but it is a very good machine. I would have given it a 5 star rating but the cleaning of the machine is what caused me to rate it as a 4. You cannot take the entire sliding tray out, only the smaller tray inside which is suppose to catch the liquid. Not so. Some liquids with a milk consistency has the tendency to spray inside the machine making a very big mess. Because of the mess and inability to get inside the machine to clean it thoroughly makes for a contaminated environment. I would consider purchasing this machine again unless I could find one that works as well with a removable cleaning tray assembly.
It works very well most of the time, however on occasion you have to coax it as it will not always seal. The light bar will go to four lights then continue running for a long time if you allow it to. You can also hit the seal button and it will then seal but the air has not always been sucked out of the bag. This could be operator error. I'm not sure but it is a very good machine. I would have given it a 5 star rating but the cleaning of the machine is what caused me to rate it as a 4. You cannot take the entire sliding tray out, only the smaller tray inside which is suppose to catch the liquid. Not so. Some liquids with a milk consistency has the tendency to spray inside the machine making a very big mess. Because of the mess and inability to get inside the machine to clean it thoroughly makes for a contaminated environment. I would consider purchasing this machine again unless I could find one that works as well with a removable cleaning tray assembly.
Hallie : Save money
Went to FoodSaver site; the models there (this not among them) more expensive, did less, or both. Found this on Amazon cheaper than comparable items & it came with the starter pack, so even greater value. Didn't expect the automatic start; SO easy to use! I've had an older model before & wanted to replace it for a while; there may be a learning curve, but worth it. It's already saved me money when company cancelled, the defrosted meat was safe & usable after an extra day in the fridge because it was sealed.
I think this is last year's model, the newest is even more automatic, but, especially for the money I've saved, I'm perfectly happy with this one.
I stock up on sales & no freezer burn. Be careful to portion before you seal, you can take out the portion & reseal the bag, reducing waste & saving more money.
I think this is last year's model, the newest is even more automatic, but, especially for the money I've saved, I'm perfectly happy with this one.
I stock up on sales & no freezer burn. Be careful to portion before you seal, you can take out the portion & reseal the bag, reducing waste & saving more money.
TBD : Good Product, Bad Warranty Support
I have had this product for a little over two years. It has worked great up until the last time I used it. I couldn't feed a bag in and upon investigation of the path for the bag, I noticed that a sensor had broken loose and was preventing it from letting a bag in. Since it has a 5 year warranty, I called FoodSaver and was on hold for 45 minutes. After they finally answered I was asked the normal questions and was told I would be covered under warranty. I need to send the product back and as soon as they get the tracking number, they will send a replacement out. They were to provide me with the shipping address via email and then once I had the tracking number, I was to send it back via email. Well I never received the email, so I sent a message to them via their website. I recevied notification of the message with a reply that said they would get back to me shortly. No response as of yet. They only keep the case open for three days and if there is no reply to the email they sent, the case would be closed. That means I have to call back and redo everything. At this point it may not be worth the effort or expense to send it back (maybe something they count on happening). I am also leery of getting another product from them because of the way this was handled.
Amber Holz : Love FoodSaver but not this one
When I first used it the suction was great. After a few bags it stopped working. Contacted FoodSaver and did all the troubleshooting and still did not work. Kept getting the same emails for the same troubleshooting tips. Unfortunately I returned to Amazon even though I believe FoodSaver should have taken responsibility for the malfunction especially after I had just bought bulk meat to be frozen. Fortunately I have a neighbor with a FoodSaver that was working. My previous FoodSaver lasted me years hopefully I just got a bad unit
Chung : Saves money and keeps food fresh!
With just two of us in the house, I can still make full casserole and other recipes, then freeze leftovers to be re-heated later. I don't have to serve the same thing for days in a row just to use up what I have made. Excellent for making and freezing cookie dough without losing flavor, as well as my cinnamon rolls (before baking). Just freeze the food as individual servings and then vacuum pack. Cannot get along without this baby!!!
GracieGirl : Works great. My new addiction!
Love this vacuum sealer. Easy to use after reading a couple steps in the manual. Easy to make bags from rolls. Very easy to clean. The vacuum sealer for resealable bags works great too. 1st day using it my husband came home, opened the fridge & started laughing. Everything in the fridge is now vacuum sealed! Some people complained about how much is wasted to make a seal. It’s about an inch on each end. This doesn’t bother me. It came with some sample bags & a small roll to make custom bags. I purchased generic bags that work great to save money. I highly recommend this product. I love, love, love it!!
Pam Dolby : It does not suction enough air out, clumsy to get the top to lock down.
Hated this product. Not sure why the reviews are so strong. First it took forever to get the cover to lock down. I eventually secured it by using my body weight to press the sides to lock. After that the vacuum didn't generate enough power to properly seal the bag-air was still left inside. I tried several bags, several times. It was hopeless.
To add insult to injury the return window was less than a month. I bought it in advance to seal a salmon order and by the time I realized it didn't work the return window had closed. The product was delivered on July 13th, and the return window closed on August 11th.
The product doesn't work as advertised.
To add insult to injury the return window was less than a month. I bought it in advance to seal a salmon order and by the time I realized it didn't work the return window had closed. The product was delivered on July 13th, and the return window closed on August 11th.
The product doesn't work as advertised.
janet gillispie : Love this product
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE. it keeps are fruits and veggies so much longer than ever. We were throwing out food left and right because it would go bad so fast. Not anymore! We also bought all the food saver containers which we love even more. We've frozen chili, homemade soup, meats, etc. Ahhhh, love it! Because it's stainless, it looks decent on our counter and clean.
JT : Great product
I use this every time I go to the grocery store! Especially when I buy a lot of meat for up and coming BBQs. You can find cheap VAC bags though, and they work just fine. The picture is the bags I bought in bulk!
Chris Gardner : Will not suck and seal after just 5 months.
This is our third foodsaver of this model. Bought it at Christmas time and it already does not suck and seal. Would not buy this product. Wish I would have read the reviews because it appears many others have had this same problem. The food savers we had before lasted for years and we kept it outside at our summer kitchen . DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT.
Chumley : Great upgrade
I don't remember the model I had before but it is very much like this one that stood vertical. Haven't used the attachment part yet but the overall performance of this is doing great! I did have one bag that wasn't sealed completely. My biggest gripe is there is no access to the inside like my old one had. I can't easily clean the sealers like I could my old one. The slicer that is used to cut the roll has to be pushed down a bit harder than my previous one.
The vacuum power is great and even though this falls short on a couple small things, I'd recommend this one.
The vacuum power is great and even though this falls short on a couple small things, I'd recommend this one.
Jonathan D. Geisler : This is my second Foodsaver
My Foodsaver has become a regular tool in my kitchen. So much that, after owning one for 8 years, I purchased another identical (although newer model number) unit when my first Foodsaver stopped working. I use it most often with the marinating attachment, I also very often save food and leftovers with the vacuum bags. When my first unit failed to work anymore, I immediately replaced it. Very satisfied.
Liz Alexander : Awesome machine, easy to use.
What a difference from our old fresh sealer from the late 90's. This machine is so easy to use and clean. The accessory is great. I taught my mom to use it and now she is vacuum sealing everything. And I love that it uses the longer bags and not just the narrow ones. The zipper bags are amazing, they come in quart and gallon. This has definitely made or food last longer and taste fresher.
Bonnie-Kate Curtis : Not sure V4400 IS AN UPGRADE FOODSAVER
I have owned the Foodsaver V2470 for years & decided I would go with what I know. So I ordered the newer model V4400. I have been trying since Wednesday to get some assistance in returning or replacing. Had 80 lbs of boneless skinless chicken thighs to put up & needless to say the suction wasn't creating a full seal- HAD TO DOUBLE PACK 80 POUNDS!!
Mark Longfellow : Works about 30% of the time
When we first use the machine, it seals the first open end of the “roll of bags” well. When we turn the bag around to seal the “2nd” end, it fails to suck enough air out to “vacuum seal” the bag.
If we unplug the unit for 30 minutes, it may work once or twice, but ultimately it fails again. See the video for a demonstration of what the unit does.
Wouldn’t but it again.
Tiffany T : Great buy!
This food saver is great for first time users (such as myself). The directions are clear and very easy to follow. I was really impressed at how well the suction worked. I haven't actually eaten any of the meats I vacuum sealed yet but I will say that whenever I open my freezer the meats look just as fresh as they did the day I sealed them. I had got accustomed to having to throw out meat due to it being freezer burned only after a few weeks. I'm so glad I bought this machine and would recommend it to anyone!
JT : Great product
I use this every time I go to the grocery store! Especially when I buy a lot of meat for up and coming BBQs. You can find cheap VAC bags though, and they work just fine. The picture is the bags I bought in bulk!
Cindy Baker : Expensive Junk Machine
Purchased this as the next step in quality...This machine is very large disappointment. The bag sensor that's supposed to grab the bag works about 10% of the time. Requires way to much positioning and wiggling the bag around before it engages. It's useless for packing liquids like soup or marinades. Right now it sits on my counter, a $180.00 paper weight. Much better off with the earlier cheaper manual versions. The bag cutter doesn't work at all. This is a great example of how a company over engineers an existing product in the interest of improving it and completely blows it. Expensive Junk is what they ended up with.
K. M. : Love it and use it all the time
I chose this model, because I wanted control over the size of the "bag." This is easy to use for meat. Doesn't work that well for bread, but you can use a pulse and the attachment. You also have to put the meat in the freezer for an hour or so before using it (to freeze the liquid in the meat so it isn't pulled into the machine when the air is sucked out) and that means you can't use it immediately upon coming home from the store. It sits on my counter and is used at least twice a week. I'm very happy with it.
Josh : It works as expected
Easy enough to figure out and clean. It comes with some sample bags and a small roll that you cut to size as needed. Can be use with accessories as it has the attachment hose built in.
Works great to seal meat in better packaging than what you get from the store.
I also purchased the jar attachment ("not a substitute for heat canning") which allows this unit to vacuum seals ball jars that I use to store grain bought in bulk.
Works great to seal meat in better packaging than what you get from the store.
I also purchased the jar attachment ("not a substitute for heat canning") which allows this unit to vacuum seals ball jars that I use to store grain bought in bulk.
Dawn : Of course you have one, right?
This is one the best inventions EVER! So much food went to waste prior to having the Food Saver. I buy most of my meat in larger quantities, so I repackage at home. Food stays fresh for forever! I make large casseroles and then package into individual meals. While things like eggplant parmesan and lasagna are always the best when fresh, let me tell you, the homemade and packaged is 300% better than the individual processed tv dinners. Things like soup taste fresh as always. I even use for bread. Sometimes I will freeze the bread first so it doesn't squish down in the bag, but not always, doesn't seem to make a difference. I even made gourmet french bread and packaged into individual meals, and it was amazing. Very little effort to use! And so worth it.
David : Wouldn't get this one again
Such a disappointment! For 2 years I have been trying in every way I know to get this to seal my food. Dried the inside of the bag, the outside, made the bag longer, made it shorter. Turned it over to other side, turned it back. Junk. I have had good Foodsavers in the past that WORK. Purchased for both daughters (different models and not as expensive as this model) and they have no complaints. I will never use it again, because it doesn’t seal! Maybe it’s faulty? Not enough suction to remove every bit of air? Not hot enough when it seals? I’m using Foodsaver product bags. Now what? Any suggestions? Replace it with one that works?? Kathy
James M. Walton : all around usefull tool
after 7 to 8 years our original food saver vacuum sealer quit. Actually it really did not quit, just the seal button went bad, the machine would still create a vacuum and the heat bar would seal the bag, we just could not get the mechanical seal to work. I am sure that just replacing the button would have done the trick but we opted for a new machine. There is just the two of us, we buy in bulk, break the packages down and seal. Saves a bunch of money, the machine pays for it's self in a very short period of time. We live on the coast, seal fish, shrimp and other fresh sea food. (fresh 18/20 shrimp right off the boat at $4.50 lb., just have to buy a minimum of 5 lbs, just that alone pays for the machine, have you priced shrimp in your favorite grocery lately). Great for storing stuff that you want to keep clean.
SS : 4 months old and accessory hose doesn't work.
As a few others have mentioned, I am very disappointed in this model. My first one (a V4200) lasted just until the warranty ran out (it also had to be swapped under warranty at some point). But, before the warranty ran out on the replacement unit, the hose would no longer retract. It still worked so I didn't bother swapping it a 2nd time. I also had issues with air leaking into bags after sealing so I always double sealed. I use the accessory hose HEAVILY, almost daily to seal jars, and other food saver containers. When the hose stopped working all together, I reluctantly bought the V4400.
This time, the unit lasted 4 months and the accessory hose doesn't work at all. I babied this one too to make sure it didn't break on me. This unit ALSO has the issue with air leaking into sealed bags you store in the freezer unless you double seal them. Now I have to pay return shipping to the mfg and wait for them to send me a replacement unit. They were nice enough to say they would expedite return shipping to me but that still leaves me without a unit for about at least a week and I am out $20 for return shipping.
I have used Food Saver products for well over 20 years but I am done. My older units lasted much longer and when I got the v4200 as an "upgrade" to my one that didn't have the accessory hose, I was so excited.
What a disappointment to be fighting with these things for the last 6 years. When this one goes, I will be looking for a different manufacturer. Why spend $200+ on a sealer that is no better than the $50 junk.
This time, the unit lasted 4 months and the accessory hose doesn't work at all. I babied this one too to make sure it didn't break on me. This unit ALSO has the issue with air leaking into sealed bags you store in the freezer unless you double seal them. Now I have to pay return shipping to the mfg and wait for them to send me a replacement unit. They were nice enough to say they would expedite return shipping to me but that still leaves me without a unit for about at least a week and I am out $20 for return shipping.
I have used Food Saver products for well over 20 years but I am done. My older units lasted much longer and when I got the v4200 as an "upgrade" to my one that didn't have the accessory hose, I was so excited.
What a disappointment to be fighting with these things for the last 6 years. When this one goes, I will be looking for a different manufacturer. Why spend $200+ on a sealer that is no better than the $50 junk.
H. Kohl : When it works...
Iv tried using this machine several times including with the attachment for sealing jars. When it works its great. But i would say its 1/4 of the time. Im having an issue with it sealing the bags.. which came with it.. pretty dissatisfied in the performance.
Scottc : Great Kitchen Gadget with a purpose
I have a friend who has something similar and for the past few years I have been watching how he uses it. Recently I decided to buy one and he guided me to this one that is not a starter kit, is built to last and will hold up. He bought these for his family so I figured it was good enough for me. So it arrived and I bought a bunch of various types of meat, chicken and fish and divided it up into meal sized portions individually sealed. It works great. I had a couple of seal fails but those were probably my fault being a brand new user. One silly thing is that when I read the instructions about the drip tray I though that was kind of cute but not really functional, boy was I wrong. They tell you to leave about 4” from the food you are sealing to the seal and that is a good bit of advice. When I cut the bag a bit short it will suck some of the juices from the meat (or fish, remember this point) all the way up to the vacuum and it will go into the drip tray. Just as designed. But, if you are new like me and just finished sealing up a bunch of stuff and were kind of dismissive of the drip tray you will wake up in the morning to a nice pleasant fish smell due to the juices still being in the drip tray. I learned just how well the design is and I’m quite happy with it....after cleaning the drip tray. :)
S. Chandler : Will not recommend this model.
I may just have a lemon but this machine has been a pain! It started out okay, then it went from occasionally not recognizing that a bag was placed it the slot, to now it flat doesn’t do much of anything. I am not a heavy user so I know it’s not worn out.
I have had another foodsaver model that was great! This one is about to be thrown in the trash!!!
I have had another foodsaver model that was great! This one is about to be thrown in the trash!!!
Walt Lumley : Best money saver on the market
Best one yet. I have had two other food savers and this one is the easiest to use. The switching for moist food is simple. Throughout the summer I have visited a farmers market at least once a week an purchased blueberries,corn,strawberries,when on sale,they will taste great January when the snow is flying. I also purchased chicken and other meats on sale. All of these foods were packaged and frozen for future use. This practice makes it possible to portion control the meat selection resulting ln little or no leftovers. Purchased a pork tenderloin weight 8 pounds. Instead of cooking this as one or two meals cut 3/4 in thick slices and was able to create 10 meals thus saving money I would recommend this product to anyone who wants to eat better and save money at the same time. The machine is easy to use and I only spend about 20 min each time to preserve the food and extend the benefits into the next season.
H T : Iffy on performance
The automatic bag sensor does not work all the time. When it does, it pulls in about 1 1/2 inches of excess bag so it is waste. If you want to seal manually and place the seal closer to the edge or not draw a vacuum at all - you can't. The machine doesn't allow just pressing the seal button like on the older models. I had one faulty one so got a replacement but I thing the replacement is worse.
Nicholas Kiser : Stop looking for a food saver.
For all my hunters, fishermen, farmers, Costco goers, and anyone else who acquires large bulks of food, stop searching for a good saver.
Let me start off by saying I hate doing amazon reviews and this is my first.
Terrance, sent me a hand written letter thanking me for the purchase and asked me for my opinion, so here we go.
This has been one of the best purchases I have ever made. I typically would wrap everything in freezer wrap and then freezer paper to store food but this thing has saved me in many more ways. It’s super easy to use and you can customize the size of the bag you are using. If you want to freeze a full rack of ribs you can do so. If you want to save one rib you can do that too. The ease of use and the ability to customize the size of you bag is one thing, but the amount of time it saves you is incredible. Just now I was able to store 10 steaks, 8 servings of salmon, 10 servings of ribs, and 20 servings of tilapia in 30 minutes.
Again, highly recommend this to anyone that stores bulk quantities of food.
Let me start off by saying I hate doing amazon reviews and this is my first.
Terrance, sent me a hand written letter thanking me for the purchase and asked me for my opinion, so here we go.
This has been one of the best purchases I have ever made. I typically would wrap everything in freezer wrap and then freezer paper to store food but this thing has saved me in many more ways. It’s super easy to use and you can customize the size of the bag you are using. If you want to freeze a full rack of ribs you can do so. If you want to save one rib you can do that too. The ease of use and the ability to customize the size of you bag is one thing, but the amount of time it saves you is incredible. Just now I was able to store 10 steaks, 8 servings of salmon, 10 servings of ribs, and 20 servings of tilapia in 30 minutes.
Again, highly recommend this to anyone that stores bulk quantities of food.
Tim Le : Food saver failed seal
I had a chance to use the machine today for the first time... machine failed sealing 3 out of 4 attempt. ...very disappointed...I had 20 lbs of shrimp and 10 pieces of 10oz ribeye to pack...I divided the shrimp into small bag 1lb each bag and one piece of steak per bag for future use.... the machine vacuuming okay... there were some small amount of water being sucked out during vacuum ... I assumed because of the bags were wet the sealing failed 3 out of 4 times... the bags were partially sealed... not good... this machine is fairly expensive... I’m very disappointed.
Amber Holz : Love FoodSaver but not this one
When I first used it the suction was great. After a few bags it stopped working. Contacted FoodSaver and did all the troubleshooting and still did not work. Kept getting the same emails for the same troubleshooting tips. Unfortunately I returned to Amazon even though I believe FoodSaver should have taken responsibility for the malfunction especially after I had just bought bulk meat to be frozen. Fortunately I have a neighbor with a FoodSaver that was working. My previous FoodSaver lasted me years hopefully I just got a bad unit
James Moffett : I gave this a s a gift. I was ...
I gave this a s a gift. I was just advised that the machine doesn't work. The red light is flashing all the time and doesn't shut off at all until you turn the power off. I am very upset that the machine doesn't work and it is pass the time to return it. I am stuck with a machine that doesn't work and out of 130.00 also.
It was given as a gift to a service person and he just tried to you use it for his family and it didn't work. I now have the machine just sitting here collecting dust.
It was given as a gift to a service person and he just tried to you use it for his family and it didn't work. I now have the machine just sitting here collecting dust.
Kip Baumann : Awesome
It works really well. No issues. The automatic start is very nice. Needs about one inch of bag to engage the automatic vacuum. That is excessive but I can live with it. Also purchased the mason jar regular size lid vacuum. No issues using it with this sealer. I have not vacuum sealed any foods with liquid so I cannot comment on that part. Pasta, rice and sugar so far. Make sure to get some oxygen absorbers - they really help.
Dominic Filion : Foodsaver makes it impossible to get warranty service.
The accessory stopped working after four months. Calling their warranty service phone line always returns a "our offices are now closed" message, even though I'm calling at 2 in the afternoon. Foodsaver is hiding behind a convoluted process to reach out to them to not honor their warranty.
E. Nelsen : Can be persnickity sometimes
When it works, it's fantastic! However, it can be persnickity sometimes, requiring you to re-position or re-insert the bag to get the sealing started. This is especially troublesome when you have wet or awkward-sized foods. For example, we had several batches of fresh, roasted green chiles that were quite wet. The machine struggled to evacuate all the juice out and provide a good seal. We had to remove and empty the drain tray several times and finally gave up. We had similar trouble sealing other wet foods (e.g., fresh-made hamburgers). That said, we've been very satisfied with this product overall. We love being able to buy a big piece of meat (e.g., tenderloin from Costco) and cut it up to keep steaks in the freezer. Very economical!
H. Kohl : When it works...
Iv tried using this machine several times including with the attachment for sealing jars. When it works its great. But i would say its 1/4 of the time. Im having an issue with it sealing the bags.. which came with it.. pretty dissatisfied in the performance.
Cindy Baker : Expensive Junk Machine
Purchased this as the next step in quality...This machine is very large disappointment. The bag sensor that's supposed to grab the bag works about 10% of the time. Requires way to much positioning and wiggling the bag around before it engages. It's useless for packing liquids like soup or marinades. Right now it sits on my counter, a $180.00 paper weight. Much better off with the earlier cheaper manual versions. The bag cutter doesn't work at all. This is a great example of how a company over engineers an existing product in the interest of improving it and completely blows it. Expensive Junk is what they ended up with.
Kindle Customer : The real ins and outs of basic use of this vacuum sealer.
So far, this machine has not only helped me to get bulk foods taken care of, but also made extra space in the freezer. Even though the extra plastic on the side of the bags take up space, it still helps create more. Bagged items like frozen vegetables, potato products, and sausage patties that usually take up space but sorted into serving sizes for our family and vacuum sealing them, has made it easier for anyone in the family to help with cooking. I purchase rice in bulk and I was able to put directions for cooking on folded sheets, in with the cooking size for the rice.
I do, however, suggest the following.
1. Freezer tape is a good idea to help label items. Unfortunately, one of the drawbacks of the vacuum seal rolls seems to be with the pre-marked sections on the rolls. When you are done with each completed bag, the end section is a better space to label. The pre-marked areas for labels can crinkle to almost make the writing illegible.
2. When purchasing vacuum seal rolls, Do Not purchase rolls more than 16-20 long unless you Know it will fit in the roll holder on the machine. Anything over that will Not fit on this machine.
3. When calculating how much you need per bag, equate for 1-1.5 inches at the end of your measured bag to make a seal on the machine.
4. If you are vacuum sealing items in bigger quantities per bag, such as cereal, rice, etc., if you want to use the bag continuously (vac and sealing after each quantity removed), you need to think about how many times you may get into the bag. (ex. dried fruit or nuts by the bag- taking what you need for a recipe and then vac and sealing as you reduce the amount of food in the vac and seal bag.)
5. Read the instructions about items such as bread or you could ruin/crush it and read instructions on how to vac and seal moist foods. It's a trial and error thing so far for me and I can eyeball measurements like size and weight pretty well.
Finally.... I suggest you go online and look at examples of how others are using their vac and seal machines (Pinterest, etc.) While finding a good deal on things like oatmeal on Prime Pantry is always a great thing, remember what you will actually use in recipes, etc. Do Not get overzealous. If you aren't going to use the food soon and/or don't have the storage space, don't buy more, just to save a buck.
I do, however, suggest the following.
1. Freezer tape is a good idea to help label items. Unfortunately, one of the drawbacks of the vacuum seal rolls seems to be with the pre-marked sections on the rolls. When you are done with each completed bag, the end section is a better space to label. The pre-marked areas for labels can crinkle to almost make the writing illegible.
2. When purchasing vacuum seal rolls, Do Not purchase rolls more than 16-20 long unless you Know it will fit in the roll holder on the machine. Anything over that will Not fit on this machine.
3. When calculating how much you need per bag, equate for 1-1.5 inches at the end of your measured bag to make a seal on the machine.
4. If you are vacuum sealing items in bigger quantities per bag, such as cereal, rice, etc., if you want to use the bag continuously (vac and sealing after each quantity removed), you need to think about how many times you may get into the bag. (ex. dried fruit or nuts by the bag- taking what you need for a recipe and then vac and sealing as you reduce the amount of food in the vac and seal bag.)
5. Read the instructions about items such as bread or you could ruin/crush it and read instructions on how to vac and seal moist foods. It's a trial and error thing so far for me and I can eyeball measurements like size and weight pretty well.
Finally.... I suggest you go online and look at examples of how others are using their vac and seal machines (Pinterest, etc.) While finding a good deal on things like oatmeal on Prime Pantry is always a great thing, remember what you will actually use in recipes, etc. Do Not get overzealous. If you aren't going to use the food soon and/or don't have the storage space, don't buy more, just to save a buck.
Mavoo's Computing Services : Perfect.. NO Very Good.. YES
First off.. I've been using different vacuum sealers for decades - the 'clamshell' type and this is my first automatic type. I mainly use the sealer for freezing meat and for sealing cheese. When I buy meat, I get the large cryopaks. My first use of this FoodSaver was that I purchased a chunk of Boneless Ribeye weighing almost 20 pounds and cut my own steaks for less than 6 dollars a pound (local grocery store was 22 dollars a pound and thin steaks) and I got a 5 pound brick of sharp cheddar cheese which I cut down to 1 pound blocks. I always buy my meat and cheese in these quantities.
PROS:
--It's a vacuum sealer
--Works well with bags from other manufacturers. (purchased two 50foot rolls)
--Didn't have any problems sealing properly and only a couple times had problems with it vacuuming (was able to stop it -hit power button- before it sealed)
--Has the handheld vacuum port. My most favorite feature. Works great with ziplock type vacuum bags. (prior had to dig through drawer to find the battery operated vac pump - half the time batteries had died) I eat a lot of cheddar cheese and use the ziplock type bags and put block of cheese back in and vacuum before putting back in fridge. No more 'hard spots' on cheese - cheddar cheese hates air
--Automatic.. Just put bag in slot and wait for it to grab. My old 'clam shell' one, had to make sure vacuum port in bag then close cover and hope port still in bag.
CONS:
--Wastes a LOT of the bag. Especially if item in bag is thick you need to have a lot of 'tail' so it will go into slot evenly
-No way to double seal bag
--Slow.. takes a long time for it to suck out the air and sealing takes a long time also.. Fine for occasional use but if doing large batches, gets annoying fast (much slower than the clamshell one this replaces)
-Sealing element seems to overheat and shut down unit only after 3 seals (light flashes). Used to make a bunch of bags with my clamshell sealer then fill the bags, and then vacuum seal them. Work around - make two bags - fill one - vacuum seal it - make a third bag - fill second bag - continue. This way you are only using the sealer two times in a row and it gets to cool down as you’re filling a bag and vacuuming it.
--Handheld vacuum - though this is my favorite feature of this model, it has a valve in it (you can see a white plunger through the clear part) As your vacuuming something this valve will close and most of the time you won't realize it. So for me.. I'm vacuuming a bag waiting for it to suck more air out but the valve had closed and I had not realized it. So I'm standing there like an idiot wondering when it will finish. The only way to get this valve back open is to turn off the machine and sometimes have to tap on the attachment to get the plunger to drop back down.
OVERALL:
I'm happy with this model. After using the clamshell type for decades I do like the automatic feature of this and now the sealer sits on my counter instead of in a cupboard, so it gets used more. My biggest issues are that it is much slower than my old clamshell one and it overheats much faster than the one this replaced, but for occasional use it is fine - just when doing large batches when it is an issue. Also, it wastes so much of the 'bags' - I purchased two 50 foot rolls at a very reasonable price and they worked great without the cost of FoodSaver rolls. Only drawback is that they don't fit into the bag roll holder/cutter but for the price difference it is a drawback I can live with happily. Love the handheld attachment (gets used almost daily) but the valve in it is annoying, so if you are using the handheld part and wondering why it doesn't seem to be doing its job - just check that the plunger valve is open. I purchased this a couple days before I went meat shopping. I had even kept the box it came in (which I never do.. but know I always should) so I could return it if it wasn't up to snuff. Ends up that I'm keeping this. Even though it's much slower than my much cheaper clamshell sealer and it wastes a lot of bags, the handheld portion is the selling point for me.
Perfect/Great/Exceptional... NO
Very Good/Get much more use out of it.. YES
PROS:
--It's a vacuum sealer
--Works well with bags from other manufacturers. (purchased two 50foot rolls)
--Didn't have any problems sealing properly and only a couple times had problems with it vacuuming (was able to stop it -hit power button- before it sealed)
--Has the handheld vacuum port. My most favorite feature. Works great with ziplock type vacuum bags. (prior had to dig through drawer to find the battery operated vac pump - half the time batteries had died) I eat a lot of cheddar cheese and use the ziplock type bags and put block of cheese back in and vacuum before putting back in fridge. No more 'hard spots' on cheese - cheddar cheese hates air
--Automatic.. Just put bag in slot and wait for it to grab. My old 'clam shell' one, had to make sure vacuum port in bag then close cover and hope port still in bag.
CONS:
--Wastes a LOT of the bag. Especially if item in bag is thick you need to have a lot of 'tail' so it will go into slot evenly
-No way to double seal bag
--Slow.. takes a long time for it to suck out the air and sealing takes a long time also.. Fine for occasional use but if doing large batches, gets annoying fast (much slower than the clamshell one this replaces)
-Sealing element seems to overheat and shut down unit only after 3 seals (light flashes). Used to make a bunch of bags with my clamshell sealer then fill the bags, and then vacuum seal them. Work around - make two bags - fill one - vacuum seal it - make a third bag - fill second bag - continue. This way you are only using the sealer two times in a row and it gets to cool down as you’re filling a bag and vacuuming it.
--Handheld vacuum - though this is my favorite feature of this model, it has a valve in it (you can see a white plunger through the clear part) As your vacuuming something this valve will close and most of the time you won't realize it. So for me.. I'm vacuuming a bag waiting for it to suck more air out but the valve had closed and I had not realized it. So I'm standing there like an idiot wondering when it will finish. The only way to get this valve back open is to turn off the machine and sometimes have to tap on the attachment to get the plunger to drop back down.
OVERALL:
I'm happy with this model. After using the clamshell type for decades I do like the automatic feature of this and now the sealer sits on my counter instead of in a cupboard, so it gets used more. My biggest issues are that it is much slower than my old clamshell one and it overheats much faster than the one this replaced, but for occasional use it is fine - just when doing large batches when it is an issue. Also, it wastes so much of the 'bags' - I purchased two 50 foot rolls at a very reasonable price and they worked great without the cost of FoodSaver rolls. Only drawback is that they don't fit into the bag roll holder/cutter but for the price difference it is a drawback I can live with happily. Love the handheld attachment (gets used almost daily) but the valve in it is annoying, so if you are using the handheld part and wondering why it doesn't seem to be doing its job - just check that the plunger valve is open. I purchased this a couple days before I went meat shopping. I had even kept the box it came in (which I never do.. but know I always should) so I could return it if it wasn't up to snuff. Ends up that I'm keeping this. Even though it's much slower than my much cheaper clamshell sealer and it wastes a lot of bags, the handheld portion is the selling point for me.
Perfect/Great/Exceptional... NO
Very Good/Get much more use out of it.. YES
Ron Mexico : Junk,
We have owned several of different vac sealers... this one is absolutely JUNK... Trying to clean the drip tray is a joke, it does NOT open only a drawer pulls out, so you can't get anything inside clean " potentials" for food born pathogens.
The other thing is it just does not seal well.... TOTAL POS!
Ive owned it to long to send back, but I should have the first time I tried to clean the junk think!!!
DO NOT BUY!!!
The other thing is it just does not seal well.... TOTAL POS!
Ive owned it to long to send back, but I should have the first time I tried to clean the junk think!!!
DO NOT BUY!!!
Cea Jays : First time user of a food saver - Works perfectly
Over the years I have tossed out too much food. As retirement approaches, looking for ways to save and store the food better. Did several hours of research and found this model was my best option. Also bought their brand bags along with Milar bags for future use. They can not make it any easier to use. Lift the top and very clear instructions are provided - a child can use this. The only complaint is the extra size the bag has to be in order to evacuate the bag and seal. Other than that - time is not an issue - it is fairly quiet - compact. Unit works exactly as expected.
Cindy Baker : Expensive Junk Machine
Purchased this as the next step in quality...This machine is very large disappointment. The bag sensor that's supposed to grab the bag works about 10% of the time. Requires way to much positioning and wiggling the bag around before it engages. It's useless for packing liquids like soup or marinades. Right now it sits on my counter, a $180.00 paper weight. Much better off with the earlier cheaper manual versions. The bag cutter doesn't work at all. This is a great example of how a company over engineers an existing product in the interest of improving it and completely blows it. Expensive Junk is what they ended up with.
Mark Longfellow : Works about 30% of the time
When we first use the machine, it seals the first open end of the “roll of bags” well. When we turn the bag around to seal the “2nd” end, it fails to suck enough air out to “vacuum seal” the bag.
If we unplug the unit for 30 minutes, it may work once or twice, but ultimately it fails again. See the video for a demonstration of what the unit does.
Wouldn’t but it again.
H. Kohl : When it works...
Iv tried using this machine several times including with the attachment for sealing jars. When it works its great. But i would say its 1/4 of the time. Im having an issue with it sealing the bags.. which came with it.. pretty dissatisfied in the performance.
Walt Lumley : Best money saver on the market
Best one yet. I have had two other food savers and this one is the easiest to use. The switching for moist food is simple. Throughout the summer I have visited a farmers market at least once a week an purchased blueberries,corn,strawberries,when on sale,they will taste great January when the snow is flying. I also purchased chicken and other meats on sale. All of these foods were packaged and frozen for future use. This practice makes it possible to portion control the meat selection resulting ln little or no leftovers. Purchased a pork tenderloin weight 8 pounds. Instead of cooking this as one or two meals cut 3/4 in thick slices and was able to create 10 meals thus saving money I would recommend this product to anyone who wants to eat better and save money at the same time. The machine is easy to use and I only spend about 20 min each time to preserve the food and extend the benefits into the next season.
Kindle Customer : Piece of crap!
I bought it on January 29. It managed to seal fewer than 10 bags before failing. It creates good vacuum, then pauses. Next, it clicks, visibly and audibly releases the vacuum, and about one second later, lightly seals the air filled bag. I can easily tear open the seal.
I contacted the manufacturer and got an e-mail from a 3rd party saying I would be contacted in 3 days. That was 2 weeks ago. Product sucks, service is nonexistent. Find a different brand.
I contacted the manufacturer and got an e-mail from a 3rd party saying I would be contacted in 3 days. That was 2 weeks ago. Product sucks, service is nonexistent. Find a different brand.
Jaimie : DOESN'T COMPLETELY SEAL!!! Not worth it!
This is the second FoodSaverV4440 that I've bought and used in 3 months time. I was able to return the first one thinking that it was a lemon and wasn't the machine itself. But now, the return window has closed and I am stuck with a second machine that will not seal properly and if there's any liquid in the bag at all, it will not work at all. Additionally, I've had these machines before and with the new automation in this model, it takes forever.
Disappointed with Amazon and the return policy and disappointed in FoodSaver for such a faulty, expensive product.
Disappointed with Amazon and the return policy and disappointed in FoodSaver for such a faulty, expensive product.
SS : 4 months old and accessory hose doesn't work.
As a few others have mentioned, I am very disappointed in this model. My first one (a V4200) lasted just until the warranty ran out (it also had to be swapped under warranty at some point). But, before the warranty ran out on the replacement unit, the hose would no longer retract. It still worked so I didn't bother swapping it a 2nd time. I also had issues with air leaking into bags after sealing so I always double sealed. I use the accessory hose HEAVILY, almost daily to seal jars, and other food saver containers. When the hose stopped working all together, I reluctantly bought the V4400.
This time, the unit lasted 4 months and the accessory hose doesn't work at all. I babied this one too to make sure it didn't break on me. This unit ALSO has the issue with air leaking into sealed bags you store in the freezer unless you double seal them. Now I have to pay return shipping to the mfg and wait for them to send me a replacement unit. They were nice enough to say they would expedite return shipping to me but that still leaves me without a unit for about at least a week and I am out $20 for return shipping.
I have used Food Saver products for well over 20 years but I am done. My older units lasted much longer and when I got the v4200 as an "upgrade" to my one that didn't have the accessory hose, I was so excited.
What a disappointment to be fighting with these things for the last 6 years. When this one goes, I will be looking for a different manufacturer. Why spend $200+ on a sealer that is no better than the $50 junk.
This time, the unit lasted 4 months and the accessory hose doesn't work at all. I babied this one too to make sure it didn't break on me. This unit ALSO has the issue with air leaking into sealed bags you store in the freezer unless you double seal them. Now I have to pay return shipping to the mfg and wait for them to send me a replacement unit. They were nice enough to say they would expedite return shipping to me but that still leaves me without a unit for about at least a week and I am out $20 for return shipping.
I have used Food Saver products for well over 20 years but I am done. My older units lasted much longer and when I got the v4200 as an "upgrade" to my one that didn't have the accessory hose, I was so excited.
What a disappointment to be fighting with these things for the last 6 years. When this one goes, I will be looking for a different manufacturer. Why spend $200+ on a sealer that is no better than the $50 junk.
Cea Jays : First time user of a food saver - Works perfectly
Over the years I have tossed out too much food. As retirement approaches, looking for ways to save and store the food better. Did several hours of research and found this model was my best option. Also bought their brand bags along with Milar bags for future use. They can not make it any easier to use. Lift the top and very clear instructions are provided - a child can use this. The only complaint is the extra size the bag has to be in order to evacuate the bag and seal. Other than that - time is not an issue - it is fairly quiet - compact. Unit works exactly as expected.
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