FoodSaver, Black/Silver FM5480 2in1 Food Preservation System, reg review and price compare 2025

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Brand	FOODSAVER
Material	Plastic
Color	Black/Silver
Item Dimensions LxWxH	16.25 x 7.4 x 8 inches
Operation Mode	Manual

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Allows manual start and stop to control air removal; helps seal delicate foods without crushing them
Easy access open roll storage keeps track of bag inventory, so you always know when you're running low.
Express bag maker: reduce bag making steps by 50%*, saving time making custom bags with an easier way to measure and automatically create a seal for your next ready to use bag. (*Compared to previous Food saver food preservation systems).
The vacuum view window enables you to see where you seal for optimal control and reduces over 30% of roll waste. * (*compared to previous Food saver food preservation systems. ) one touch vacuum and seal bar starts the Vacuum and sealing process.
Set includes: 111"x10' Vacuum seal roll, 5qt vacuum seal bags, 6qt vacuum zipper bags, 5gal vacuum zipper bags, 1 wine stopper, 1 l&l container

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Open roll storageeasyaccess open roll storage keeps track of bag inventory, so you always know when you're running low. Install a new roll & make your fist sealit’s easy to get started. Just place the roll in position and use the lower seal and cut bar to make your first seal. Express bag makerreduce bag making steps by 50%*, saving time making custom bags with an easier way to measure and automatically create a seal for your next readytouse bag. (Compared to previous Food saver food preservation systems). countertop workspacethe lower position allows you to use your countertop as your workspace to accurately measure custom sized bags. How to vacuum & seal a bagthe Vacuum view window enables you to see where you seal for optimal control and reduces over 30% of roll waste. * (compared to previous Food saver food preservation systems. ) one touch Vacuum and seal bar starts the Vacuum and sealing process. Presealed bagsthe lower seal and cut bar automatically creates a seal, making batch sealing and bulk storage faster and easier. Pulsevac allows manual start and stop to control air removal, helps seal delicate foods without crushing them pullout drip tray drawerpatented removable drip tray catches overflow liquids and is dishwashersafe. Retractable handheld sealerseal Vacuum zipper bags, containers and accessories to keep fridge and pantry items fresh longer. Rapid marinate modemarinate in minutes instead of hours. Compact size for countertop storageperfect size to keep on the countertop for use every day. Starter kit includes: 1 11"x10' Vacuum seal roll 5 qtr. Vacuum seal bags 6 qtr. Vacuum zipper bags 5 gal Vacuum zipper bags 1 Wine stopper 1 Lil container

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Questions about FoodSaver, Black/Silver FM5480 2in1 Food Preservation System, reg

is this the same thing as the 5460 on the food saver website? i notice on the website it comes with more.

Answer: The machine is the same, yes. The difference between the 60 and 80 is the bonus items you get with it; Roll of bags, zip lock bags, a container, and the wine bottle attachment. Ive already used all my bonus items and its only been a little over a week. Not-to-mention, I love the machine. Look around online and local stores and find the best price, but for what I paid, its already paid for itself.

Does anyone else have a problem with the cord retracting? I just got this model, I really like all it except for the cord problem.

Answer: What I found after trying to get it to go back in after multiple tries over two hours, reading the fine manual, and trial and error, is that for my unit, you pull the cord gently until it stops coming out and then release. Don't yank, pull and then release. But if you don't get it all the way out first, and carefully, it won't retract at all and just hangs there.

Answer: Sorry - can't help - I never retract the power cord. If you're referring to the vacuum hose on the front, mine retracts fine.

Answer: Had this problem on past model where the line was out all the way and would not retract. The fix is to turn the foodsaver up side down and retract. I did find the answer on the internet so I cannot take credit for the fix but ill pass it on....Hope that helps

Answer: Pull the cord out a little farther and it retracts automatically

Answer: We have had ours (From Costco) for a week,,,, and the cord/tube will not retract....

Answer: If you pull it all the way out (gently) then you'll find it retracts all the way - similar to a seat belt.

Answer: Had not had any issues with it.

Does the package includes "jar sealer"?

Answer: No. The FM5480 does NOT have the jar sealer. Besides the bags, it has one wine bottle stopper and one container. Model FM5460 does have the jar sealer but that model does not appear to be available on Amazon (it is on the FoodSaver's web site). From my research, FoodSaver claims that the 80 and the 60 are the same unit. The only difference is what accessories are included in the box. (The model number stamped in the bottom of my unit is 80.)

Answer: It doesn't include a jar sealer.

Answer: No it does not it comes with a wine bottle sealer a quart left over Tupperware and some starter bags but would highly recommend this machine very happy with it

Answer: yes

What is the difference between the fm5480 and the fm5460 on the foodsaver website?

Answer: The machine is the same. The only difference is what comes with the starter kit. If you check the one on FS website, that starter kit comes with different stuff than this starter kit for the 5480 which was exclusively made for costco. But all machine features and design is the same. Pricing very different.

Will this machine handle 50 ft bag rolls?

Answer: Yes

what is the wattage? it can work on 110 volts, but how much watts?

Answer: Works on standard 110.

What's the largest width bag that this can seal?

Answer: The largest bag food saver makes. 11 inch i think

Answer: 11 inch

Answer: About 12 inches

Answer: 11 inches

What are the dimensions of the actual machine? Amazon's product dimensions are typically the size of the box.

Answer: 16 long by 10 wide by 10 high

What is the warranty

Answer: I know you can buy an extended warranty thru Amazon. It has a 5 year limited warranty detailed in the owner's manual.

May I know the Wattage of fm5200?

Answer: I don't recall because I threw mine out - worst FoodSaver I ever bought (I've owned 3). I replaced it with the FM2435 -- it works and is even cheaper! Save your time and money!

Answer: Why?

What are the dimensions of this item?

What is the difference between the 5000 and the 5460?

Answer: I do not know. The website wk!I tell you or call foodsaver and they will tell you.

This machine looks like it might be a little awkward to use ,can someone tell me their experience

Answer: It's the one I have and I don't know what would be awkward. You have the tube sealer on top, the regular sealer, then on the bottom the bag maker. You make your bags, then fill them. Once they are filled properly, then hold them in the sealing groove and push the appropriate button. I use it every week with grocery shopping.

Answer: It’s easy use. Very smooth and simple

For the jar sealer attachment does this have an automatic valve release or do you have to remove the hose after each use? Re: bad review below.

Answer: It absolutely automatically releases after you vacuum seal your jars, regular or wide mouth. The bad review stating other wise is a unverified purchase review. I have the machine and have no problem with canning jars. You do not have to remove the hose, you simply remove the jar sealer attachment, place on your next jar and hit the accessory button again.

Answer: I believe it is automatically done. But I would visit the website

Will the unit accept 8" rolls to make bags?

Answer: Yes. This item wrongs great.

Foodsaver says 5480 is same as 5460, except button locations. complaints are: hard to use, not good for wet items, not consistent. Your experience?

Answer: This is my third Foodsaver over the last 17 years. I wore the others out. It's my favorite. I suspect if you have never used a Foodsaver before it might be difficult to get the hang of it. As for wet items you have to remember to press the Moist button. It defaults to the Dry mode. Have had no problems with consistency other than Operator Error. We buy our meat in bulk from a local butcher. This machine saves me a ton of time to vacuum pack the meat.

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Answer: yes, its the same. Sent it back, was so bad to use, the bags say you see, but you don't. Its too high to get the bag in and hold. Horrible.

Does it include the rapid marinate container

Answer: Yes the white container is for marinate. This come with the following 1 11"x10' Vacuum Seal Roll

Answer: It sure does... they call it the L & L or "lunch and left-over" container. It looks like a small tuperware. Thank you for the inquiry,

Whst is the diffetence between the fm5480 and the fm5000

Answer: The fm5480 is the newer machine. The dimensions are smaller and it has the pulse button.

Answer: They are basically the same series. I bought the 5480 and was not pleased at all. Buy a cheaper one, it works the same.

is this 110w or 220 ? voltage ?

Answer: Ours was 120 volt and works great

Answer: 110

Answer: it is a 120 volt. I like it

Answer: 110 volts

Answer: 110 w

My accessory vac quit working. Suggestions?

Answer: Our vac will seal but will not remove the air ,so would not recommend this to anyone!

Answer: If the unit still vacs bags, look first for leaking or disconnected accessory hose.

Answer: Send it back. Mine never really worked well and then it just stopped. I'm talking about the bag/ vacuum seal, btw.

Will the 50’ rolls fit in this machine

Answer: No. What I did is save the cardboard roll from the ones that came with it and unrolled about 1/2 of the 50' roll onto the empty roll.

Answer: If this is the really big roll, no. The space for a roll of bags is only big enough to hold the normal size sold by FoodSaver and not the bigger rolls sold by others. I usually buy the bigger rolls and once I have used enough bags so it will fit, then I put it the space for bags.

what is the capacity of the plastic container that it comes with it?

Answer: About four cups

Can I use my old style marinator with this new machine?

Answer: Sorry but have no experience with the older machine. Perhaps another person

Answer: Yes you can, I Am using the marinator that I bought years ago with this new machine and no problems.

Bought it from. the us and i need to euse it in europe do i need to de a special thing for 220 v

Answer: I’m not home to look at it but suspect it is 120V only. You’d need a 220 to 110/120V transformer. Just verify the wattage to ensure it’s big enough.

Does this model have the removable drip tray?

Answer: Yes, it has a removable drip tray.

Answer: Yes. I love this model.

Answer: yes, comes out very easy. easy to clean and it snaps right back in.

Answer: I am not sure I bought as a gift and returned since they had one.

Answer: Yes, and you need it as it gets quite dirty.

Answer: Yes, it does.

Answer: Yes lt does

Why did I received the 5400 Foodsaver series when I ordered the 5480 series,?

Answer: That you have to take up with Amazon/Foodsaver. I have the 5480. The 5480 is part of the 5400 series of Foodsavers.

What is the newest food saver

Answer: As they are upgrading constantly and each has different "features" I would check their website to see what they are listing.

Does this have the marinated button and moist and dry foods button

Answer: Yes the FM5400 series does.

Answer: Yes, I am able to do that.

This particular model FM5480 normally goes for $189. Why is this so much more expensive?

Answer: FoodSaver FM2435 is much better -- I bought and threw out the 5480

What size of rolls do you buy? the 11 x 50' rolls from nutrilock do not fit into fm5480. diameter of roll is too large.

will this ever be eligible for Amazon Prime?

If I want to buy the absolute best, do I go with the 4440 or the 4800 or the 5480 or something else? And why???

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Answer: I have the 5480, my third Foodsaver. It addresses all 3 of what I considered shortcomings of previous models I have owned. 1. it holds a roll of bag material internally, 2 it can make bags with very little waste, 3 it does a decent job of sealing bags containing liquid because the bag can hang nearly vertically down from the sealer bar. It has the additional advantage of having the accessory vacuum tube for vacuuming wine bottles (with the Foodsaver stoppers, sold seperately, and the storage/marinating canister. It checks every box for me and I am completely satisfied with the unit.

Can the bags from the roll seal liquids?

Answer: The problem with a vacuum sealer like this is that unlike a chamber sealer liquids aren't really something you can easily do in the bags. For liquids I'd recommend regular freezer grade Ziplocs and just remove all the air using displacement or similar. If you're trying to freeze a meat with a marinade, or include liquid for sous vide you are better off freezing first (including the liquid) then sealing or again going the Ziploc route.

Answer: Seal only (no vacuum) Yes

Answer: Never tried but I’d assume so... given enough room for the freezing expansion....

Cord will retrack only 2 inches out. Any ideas? Turned it upside down and also pulled cord gently.

Answer: the power cord winds around two posts in the back of the machine.

Will they be bringing out a 240volt

Answer: 110

how do i use wine bottle stopper accessory?

Answer: put the bottle stopper in the bottle, remove the hand vacuum and use the hose from it -- put that in the top of the bottle stopper and vacuum out the air. Simply twist the stopper and pull up to remove it.

Answer: I’ve never used it, sorry

Can you use mylar bags?

Answer: I don't believe you can use mylar bags for this. They usually require an impulse sealer and this thing heats up quite a bit and for quite a long time. I would be afraid of it melting the mylar. I hope this helps!

Do 50' rolls fit in roll storage space?

I don't want to keep out on counter all the time, is it easy to store in pantry and pull out and plug in when ready to use...just plug in?

Answer: actually I keep it on the counter as we use it often

Answer: Yes it's easy to put away and get out

Answer: Yes very easy

how does the marinate work?

Answer: Not sure what you're asking exactly. But you hit the "rapid marinate" button after attaching the retractable accessory hose to your marinator. The Rapid Marinator infuses food with flavor - in 10-12 minutes instead of over night - using vacuum power to penetrate marinades deep into the food. You get to walk away after you hit the rapid marinate button, when it's done it's ready. Hope that helps.

Answer: It didn't on my model. It would go in, but wouldn't attach or stay so you have to hold it the whole time. What??? At the end of an hour of trying it had done nothing.

CAn these bags be placed in a pot of boiling water to thaw the food (e.g., I would like to use for spaghetti sauce)?

Answer: Yes - I do it all the time as well as microwave them

Answer: Yes you sure can

Answer: yes

what is the real shipping weight (not volumetric) in the case i want to freight forward it to my country

why not replaceable seals on this $100.00+ machine

Are the bags reuseable?

Answer: There are two types of bags. One type is a fairly normal zip-top type bag but has what I call a "port" , a one-way valve that the accessory vacuum can suck all the air from. Yes, these are reusable, but in my experience they don't hold vacuum well. I always find them in my freezer with air inside after a week or two. The normal bags are completely sealed, and must be cut open. I often store several portions in a bag. I remove a few portions and reseal it, but it gets smaller each time.

Answer: Yes. I make the bags bigger than I need so when I cut them I can reseal them.

Answer: I reuse them depending on what it was used for. If used for things like uncooked pork, I throw it out. If I used it to freeze cooked pork chops, I wash it with Dawn and hang it over a utensil to dry.

Answer: If you wash them well provided they didn’t have meat in them.

Answer: They can be resealed if that is what you mean

Answer: Yes

What is the difference between this one and 5800?

can it support 220v?

Answer: Hi there, No this is only a 110 volt unit.

Can you steam vegetables in the microwave in these bags, or are there special bags for that?

Answer: I thought I read/saw that you can steam in the bag, but you have to open slightly at top to let steam out, so that it doesn't explode.

Answer: I do believe you can steam veggies in this bag.

Answer: I doubt that, however why not call Food Saver and inquire. It is made for sealing food for storage.

What is the difference between this item and foodsaver 1 2-in-1 vacuum sealing system with starter kit other than the price difference(over $30)?

Answer: I have no clue. Perhaps it was because I bought the one with the starter kit and it came with extra bags, etc.

Goodnight! How many bags do you pack?

jar sealer included--conflicting answers- it is either yes or no-which is it???

Answer: In the 5480 as indicated in the description of the production there is NO jar sealer included. There is only a jar sealer included in the 5460, but this is NOT the 5460. This is the 5480, which clearly indicates what is included in the description and in the pictures. So again, no jar sealer in this model's starter kit. You can buy the 5460 on FS site for $60 more for the free $9 jar sealer.

Product reviews of FoodSaver, Black/Silver FM5480 2in1 Food Preservation System, reg

Dennis Kinney : Five Stars

This thing is awesome. I can save so much mofre food because I like to cook but live alone

Amazon Customer : Great gift

This was a gift, and the recipient loved it.

Thomas Potigian : The key is leaving it on the counter so you can get to it easy. I use it every

Keeps food fresh. The key is leaving it on the counter so you can get to it easy. I use it every day

G. Licavoli : That it is a little harder to get use to but the making of bags is really great

I like that it is quick to seal and the seal is quicker than my old one. I do not like the fact you have to hold the bag and press to start process. I usually have to put something in front to hold bag while I press the to indents to start it.

Kelly : This is a money saver

This is an amazing system. I save so much money with being able to freeze my leftovers and bulk purchases. It even works on bags of chips that have been opened. I find some use for it everyday. Much better than my older Kenmore system that I hardly ever used. This is very user friendly. Food (frozen or not) last so much longer.

Mark : Great product

I like that it had the option to either vacuum or just seal depending on what I needed.

Jerry : Ok

Seal food

RevDoo : Seal it up

Easy to use and great way to seal your left overs, or if you buy in bulk and separate it into smaller portions.

Mark Loiacano : Much improved over previous models!

I have had other ones. This one had incredible suction power. if you are cooking with a sous vide, you need all of the air out otherwise the back will float. It may not work every time, but this thing has great power!

Herb : AVOID

Buy a flat processor.......You have to prop your food up to get level with the machine for it to work. You almost need 3 hands to operate it. Totally not satisfied

Amazon Customer : CONTENTO CON MI COMPRA

Recomiendo que se siga evaluando el sellado para productos con alta humedad ya que la maquina genera error, y facilitar su limpieza, sobre todo en la tapa de succión, del resto muy contento con mi producto, cumple con mis requerimientos.

Amazon Customer : Had to return

I bought as a gift and they already had one. I have had FoodSavers for many years and love them!!

Amazon Customer : Food saver

Had to replace my last food saver bought more than 10 years ago. This one is updated with lots of options.

Amazon Customer : Food saver

Had to replace my last food saver bought more than 10 years ago. This one is updated with lots of options.

Deana Alleman : Great buy

Just as described, super fast shipping. Love this

Abraham : New item in opened box.

I bought a new item bat I recieved it in an opened box.

Prime user Lloyd : Easy to use and helps save money

I had a unit from another brand that quit after about 2 years. Time to buy another I selected this unit because of the different features it offers.

Handheld unit is attached. I have now used this for sealing resealable bags with cheese slices, meat slices - lunch meat, nuts, crackers... Wine bottles and to marinate meats in the accessory containers.

Bag maker -- insert roll into the roll storage area, bring the end through the slot, line up with the white lines, lock in place first seal (bottom of bag) created. Unlock, pull bag to desired length. Lock. It will automatically make a seal. Slide cutter. You have made a bag. And the roll is ready for the next bag with the bottom seal already in place.

How easy? Take the bag you just made. Put the food in it. Push the top into the vacuum sealer slot. Push the pushbar. Let it vacuum and seal.

You can control the vacuum. There is a pulse for only taking out what air you want. There are 2 settings for food -- dry and moist.

Only item I need to have on hand that does not attach? A black marker to label the bags.

I normally cook for myself and one other family member. This system allows me to buy food in bulk when it is on sale. I break out the meat into serving sizes within 24 hours of bringing it home. This also allows me to cook 2 different types of meat for a meal if that is what is wanted. Saving food through the vacuum systems does prolong the life of the food. I can't imagine not having one now. (Which is why I had to buy another one when my old one quit.) For instance tonight I cooked a half roast which had been frozen in a foodsaver bag for 4 months. It came out as tasty and tender as if I had just brought it home from the butcher.

I recommend the system. I am still learning a lot about what I can do with this type of system. But I am happy I can prolong the life of the meat, fruits, vegetables and even chips, cereal and crackers that I buy. Save a lot of money not having to throw away half eaten bags anymore.

Leadsman : I am Satisfied

I don't use the bags. Instead, I substitute Mason jars as much as possible for environmental reasons.

Be careful when you insert the tip of the air extraction hose into the sealer. The tip can break off and did so in my case. I had to buy a complete new food saver. However, I was willing to do so because it such a great device.

RevDoo : Seal it up

Easy to use and great way to seal your left overs, or if you buy in bulk and separate it into smaller portions.

N. M. : So far so GREAT! My husband and I have been waiting and ...

So far so GREAT! My husband and I have been waiting and waiting to buy a food savor and we finally just did it. It was super easy to set up and figure out how to use. I did have an issue with it vacuuming and sealing at first, but it was my first time so it was very likely user error on the one since I tried another bag and got it to work perfectly. I cant wait to use this on all sorts of things in house!

McKristie Brown : Don't do it.

Bought this in December of 2017, to be used for batch cooking sous vide style and also putting up seasonal produce. The first few times it worked "ok" - my older machine was much more reliable and easier to use, but had replaced it as it got too hot to use after a few uses. I would have to prop up what I am sealing on something to make it level with the vacumn and then jiggle it to get it to pull all of the air out and then seal. I use this twice a month and today after it taking me over 30 mins to pull air out and seal 7 bags of pork chops I decided to call the warranty line. She had me test seal a spoon and promptly decided it was user error - (pulling the air out and sealing took almost a full minute by the way) - told me to freeze my food first and then seal it. Ok so I am buying something to make life easier and to do batch cooking. You want me to take my meat, freeze it for oh say 15 mins and then put in bags as you are blaming this on the fluids as the meat is raw. My response - I am not sous viding spoons, so it's great it works for a SPOON, and now you want me to freeze my meat (an extra step) and I never had to with my old machine? I have had food savers for years and I am no longer supporting a company that offers such poor customer service. I spent that much to get 7 months of use out of something.

Dennis D Robison : Not at all worth the money.

I'll stick to freezer paper and zip bags.
Machine does not seal if there is moisture in bag.
Not easy to fill bags.
Worked on chopped green onions. Failed on liquids; vacuum sucks fluid out of bag.
After 4 days in freezer, works no better than good zip locks.
EXPENSIVE TOY.

D Stewart : Great Product

Should have purchased this years ago......
Can tell I am saving money, I use it to freeze leftovers

Linda Johnson : Saving Money

Now my foods that I put in my freezer will last a lot longer than before. Definitely will be saving money!!!!

Ann S. : Worked great for awhile

Purchased in June. Worked great for awhile. Now it won't seal unless we hold the cover down. I expected it to last much longer.

holly go : Dont buy it...

This model is pretty much a useless piece of junk. You have to hold your bag up while trying to press with a finger from each hand to get it to latch. It’s ridiculous and I become IRATE every time I try to use it. Went to use the bottle stopper function today. It wont work without an accessory you would have to purchase separately. Its never mentioned anywhere on the box or the manual or User Guide that you would need to do this. The manufacturers (foodsavers) customer service is not at all what it used to be. They respond after about 3 weeks and respond with a generic answer. The responses do not at all address customers questions, needs or concerns. I loved my previous model. So bummed. We shall see if Amazon allows this review. They keep rejecting them when I am merely trying to help future consumers.

dickiedeals : Looks like top quality

This thing is great. We use it for everything from left-overs to dried goods...Works great with generic bags

Chad Rickaby : Doesn't overheat trying to make bags and package at the same time.

Works great.

Don : Very Satisfied. In fact the item arrived a day ahead of schedule

Read many of the reviews for the Food Saver model 5480. The people that complained about needing and extra set of hands to operate this model probably have a hard time just existing. People stated they were going back to the older model where you just slide the bag into the opening on the front of machine. Well news for these people they could do the same on the 5480 model. What I really like about the 5480 model is that your able to cut down on the amount of excess waste at the top of the bag when sealing because the user is in control when the sealing starts by pressing the bar that starts the sealing. This is NOT difficult at all unless you have dexterity issues with your hands.

Steph : Wouldn't turn on

Unit would not power on. Contacted Amazon Tech Support, they told me to contact FoodSaver for replacement. FoodSaver then told me to contact Amazon.

Amazon Customer : Feature rich food saver!

All the features recommended in a food saver are found with this machine! Easy to use and should save us a great deal of money. We are making and vacuum packing meals for our Mother In Law which will be much healthier than the frozen dinners she has been buying!

J. Dill : Works great!

Now that I've finally learned how to use the features I love it!

Especially the marination feature.

J. Dill : Works great!

Now that I've finally learned how to use the features I love it!

Especially the marination feature.

Michelle D. : Love it!!

How did I live without this??!!

Leadsman : I am Satisfied

Rudy New : Quality with a lot of options!

This product is awesome!! 1st one we’ve owned, and after the 1st use to put up some fresh vegetables in the freezer, we’re hooked! Easy to use, and so many things to use it on. Just enough bags and a roll in the starter kit to get you going until you can order a re-supply. Highly recommend if you want a quality appliance you will leave on your counter top all the time.

Jennifer DeFeo : Trouble with buttons

The machine was used twice and then didn’t take work! No suction on second usage. Customer service was no help. Never responded by email or phone, left me hanging. Returned item!

Pamela Paris : Seal and save !

Does what it says. Now if we had food to deal we can do it.

Donald Black : does a very good job

noisy

J Clarke : Not the most reliable

When working with moist food, the vacuum is unreliable at getting out all the air. Because I use vacuumed sealed bags for sous-viding, having air trapped means floating bags. Not so useful. One job...

Mark Loiacano : Much improved over previous models!

kellie : Ease of cleaning

Works well for all the smoked fish

Steph : Wouldn't turn on

Unit would not power on. Contacted Amazon Tech Support, they told me to contact FoodSaver for replacement. FoodSaver then told me to contact Amazon.

Chad Rickaby : Doesn't overheat trying to make bags and package at the same time.

Works great.

Dennis D Robison : Not at all worth the money.

Mark Loiacano : Much improved over previous models!

Chef Riggs : easy to use

This is my third Foodsaver of the last 20 years (first died in a house fire). this one is by far the easier to use and most convenient. I like how you can seal the next bag while you are cutting the one to use. Accessory suction works great with the resealable bags and keeps veggies fresh for close to 2 weeks.

D. Morice : I love this thing!

I have had an older model for years and ended up giving it to my son. The new model is SO nice and the retractable connector for sealing bowls and bottles is very handy. It looks nice too. We keep it on our counter for easy access.

Dana Rotan : Versatile and works as promises

I had some trepidation about buying this model because of the several negative reviews I read, however, after going through the manual thoroughly before using it, I found it easy to use. Everyone should read the manual thoroughly and try every feature as instructed before putting it into regular use.
First, I did not find it awkward to hit the bars to start the vacuum process, because if you hold the bag as instructed with both hands, the backs of your fingers are at the right spot to start the process. The handheld vacuum device is not as powerful for the zipper bags (takes longer) but I have no use these and tried them only because they came with the machine. I do use the handheld device (clear plastic part removed) to create a vacuum in wide-mouth mason jars (I had bought the required lid to use with an old model Foodsaver) and it works perfectly.
I had read complaints about the bottom sealing of bags that you cut to size, but if you follow the steps in the manual, it works perfectly. I love being able to cut to size easily and bottom-seal in the same step.
This machine is used every day now that my garden is being harvested. For economy reasons, I am using 3rd-party bag rolls, that I bought in bulk (from Amazon), that are heavier. They work perfectly with this machine. Very pleased with this model. Although it's been in use for only 2 months, I'm hopeful that with proper care it will last a long time.

H. Goslow : works great

I do a ton of freezer meals and finally invested in this versus ziplock freezer bags. Love how it condenses all the boxes of bags into a roll or 2 or 3. either way, yes it saves space but on the other hand you have a machine, but from what I can tell people say it lasts in freezer longer than a ziplock before freezer burn. I have learned a few tricks, if you want to freeze liquid, do a quick freeze 3 hours or so in a cheap plastic container, then put through this. I got a 30 pack of meal prep containers, now all my freezer things are the same size so easy to sort and organize in freezer.

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