FoodSaver V2440 Advanced Design

We read the best reviews of the FoodSaver V2440 at Amazon.com, where this sealer has garnered more than 50 owner reviews. Owners offer performance tips and advice on cleaning the machine's gaskets to extend its life. Real Simple endorses this sealer, but editors don't discuss their testing process, if any.

Reviewers agree that FoodSaver makes the best countertop vacuum food sealers. There are several models in the line with varying features and design. We chose the FoodSaver V2440 as best value. The FoodSaver V2440 is packed with features, including a crush-free setting, plastic-roll storage, food-specific vacuum settings, and a dishwasher-safe drip tray. It uses pre-made bags or special canisters, but it can also make custom-sized bags with special tri-ply plastic (two rolls for $16), saving money in the long run. Reviewers rave about the FoodSaver V2440's ease of use and excellent performance; once sealed, bags stay sealed, and they can be opened and re-sealed. If you're looking for a simple, light-duty vacuum sealer, reviews point to the Reynolds Handi-Vac (*est. $10), which uses zipper bags, but can't seal canisters or use bulk rolls of plastic. In addition, reviewers say that the Handi-Vac's bags can occasionally come unsealed, and can't be easily resealed.