Who is FoodSaver?
FoodSaver is a brand of high tech vacuum preservation technology used to retain prestige, utmost freshness.
FoodSaver offers a variety of different makes and models to suit all different consumer needs while creating the very minimal of bag wastage.
FoodSaver strives to create and product appliances that do more to help you, the consumer.
FoodSaver wants your family to enjoy fresh food products for the longest amount of time possible.
FoodSaver is not solely limited to food preservation.
This vacuum sealing technology can be used for just about anything you want protected from spills, expiration, and is even great for travel purposes, for example, sealing creams or shampoos so they do not spill during your journey.
FoodSaver makes it their goal to help all cooks, whether you are a Red Seal Chef with a Michelin Star or a mom trying to scramble to make dinner, to serve and prepare the freshest, tastebud tingling food no matter how long it has been preserved and sitting in the freezer.
1. FoodSaver FM2000
While keeping food fresh for up to 5x longer than other vacuum preservation brands, the FM2000 has a sleek black plastic, classic design with dimensions 17.6 x 5.9 x 10.6 inches, that would look elegant in any kitchen space and weighs only a mere 5.3 lbs.
This appliance allows for creation of a perfectly air-tight seal.
This device completely passes UL and ETL safety standards making this one of the safest food preservation brands.
The FM200 is also designed to prevent any forms of burning during use.
This machine requires very minimal time for cooldown between use.
In fact, it will only take 20 seconds to do so.
This model also provides consumers with a patented removable drip tray for easy and efficient clean-up.
When ordering the FM2000, within the contents of the package you will also receive: (1) 11”x10’ vacuum seal roll; (3) 1-quart vacuum seal baggies; (2) 1-gallon vacuum seal baggies; and (1) accessory hose.
All of these amazing essentials will help you, the consumer, achieve great freshness saving within your products, as well as food portioning capabilities while doing so.
2. FoodSaver FM2100
Stretch your dollar with this FoodSaver model FM2100.
This prestige model comes in an elegantly sleek black shell that is slightly larger than the FM2000.
This device’s dimensions are 17.8 x 5.9 x 13.3 inches and weighs a whopping 6.6lbs.
This appliance, of course, allows for a pristine air-tight seal while still allowing food to keep its fresh, vibrant, tastebud tingling freshness.
This model as well does includes the safety pass by the UL and ETL safety standards, burning prevention, and minimal cool down time of 20 seconds.
This device does NOT include an easy-to-clean, patented spill tray.
This device also includes features that the FM2000 does not!
These features include an extra-wide sealing strip and an accessory port.
This device also allows consumers to not only use pre-portioned bags, but to also use rolls for personalized sizing.
When ordering and purchasing this FM2100, the contents of this package also include: (1) 11″ x 10′ vacuum seal roll; (3) 1-quart pre-cut vacuum seal bags; (2) 1-gallon pre-cut vacuum seal bags; and (1) accessory hose.
Again, all of these amazing essentials will help you, the consumer, achieve great freshness saving within your products, as well as food portioning capabilities while doing so.
3. FoodSaver V2244
The V2244 is almost equivalent to the FM2100.
The only true difference to the product is the size and weight of the machine.
This vacuum sealer is given the dimensions of 5.91 x 10.64 x 17.72 inches and weighs only 1lb!
This is of great difference when compared to our previous machines.
This device also offers the same additions as the FM2100, which include the safety pass by the UL and ETL safety standards, burning prevention, and minimal cooldown time of 20 seconds.
This device does NOT include an easy-to-clean, patented spill tray.
Again, this device, like the FM2100, also includes features that the FM2000 does not!
These features include an extra-wide sealing strip and an accessory port.
This device also allows consumers to not only use pre-portioned bags, but to also use rolls for personalized sizing.
This much like the FM2100, when ordering and purchasing, the contents of this package also include: (1) 11″ x 10′ vacuum seal roll; (3) 1-quart pre-cut vacuum seal bags; (2) 1-gallon pre-cut vacuum seal bags; and (1) accessory hose.
Again, all of these amazing essentials will help you, the consumer, achieve great freshness saving within your products, as well as food portioning capabilities while doing so.
4. What FoodSaver is best for you?
When deciding which FoodSaver device you would like to purchase, you must consider what attributes you would be using this preserver for, as well as the amount of space you would be willing to allot to the storage and use of the device.
If you are someone looking to use this for the most basic uses, with minimal space, the FM2000may be best suited for you.
If you are an older person, with issues surrounding lifting and movement, the V2244 will be best suited for you because of its super lightweight technology which is 80% less heavy than the other FM2000 or FM2100.
If you are a frequent cook, who would intend to preserve your food on a regular basis, then the FM2100 or the V2244 would be best suited for you considering it has a multitude of alternative options and features opposed to the base model.
5. Personal Opinion
In my personal experience, I own a FM2100.
I am a regular cook who spends the majority of my time in the kitchen.
I prefer my food to be of utmost freshness.
This device truly preserves the aromas and taste bud awakening flavours.
I have an adequate amount of storage space for my appliance and the many additional components.
I believe that the FoodSaver brand itself is a phenomenal brand.
6. Comparison Chart
FM2000 |
FM2100 |
V2244 |
|
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions (inches) |
17.6 x 5.9 x 10.6 inches |
17.8 x 5.9 x 13.3 inches |
5.91 x 10.64 x 17.72 inches |
Weight (lbs) |
5.3 lbs |
6.6 lbs |
1 lb |
UL & ETL Safety Pass |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
Burn Prevention |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
Cool Down Time (seconds) |
20 seconds |
20 seconds |
20 Seconds |
Easy Accessible Patent Spill Tray |
✅ |
||
Extra Wide Sealing Strip |
✅ |
✅ |
|
Accessory Port |
✅ |
✅ |
|
Personalized Portion Sizing |
✅ |
✅ |
