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With the current state of the world and its climate, we all need to do as much as we can to help protect the environment. We waste an awful lot of food and this is completely unnecessary. It’s understandable that you want to save money by buying in bulk, but it’s counterproductive when you have to throw away most of the extra food because you haven’t been able to conserve it.

This is where FoodSaver comes into play. The company has developed a solid reputation for providing a diverse range of solutions to keep food fresher for longer. We are going to talk about two of its food preservation systems, the FoodSaver 5460 vs 5480.

The FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 are 2-in-1 units that vacuum and seal food, keeping it fresher for longer. We are going to look at the similarities and differences between the two FoodSaver vacuums and decide which one is the better option. We will include a comparison chart, and some pros and cons to help with the decision.

There are plenty of similarities, so we will start here.

Quick Glance

Name	FoodSaver FM5460	Foodsaver FM5480 2in1 Food Preservation System
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Size	7.24 x 16.31 x 7.64 inches	7.41 x 16.23 x 7.8 inches
Weight	10.41lbs	10.4lbs
Power	126w	126w
Power Cord	30 inches	30 inches
Food Preservation	Up to 5x longer than ordinary methods, prevent freezer burn and food wastage	Up to 5x longer than ordinary methods, prevent freezer burn and food wastage
Food Types	Meat, fish, fruit, vegetables, cheese, pantry goods, bread, cakes, soups	Meat, fish, fruit, vegetables, cheese, pantry goods, bread, cakes, soups
Rapid Marinate Mode	Yes	Yes
PulseVac	Yes	Yes
Built-in Storage & Bag Cutter	Yes	Yes
Easy View Window	Yes	Yes
Removable Drip Tray	Yes	Yes
Handheld Vac	Yes	Yes
What’s Included	11 x 10 vacuum seal roll, 11 x 8 expandable seal roll, 3 1qt vacuum seal bags, 2 1-gallon seal bags, 3 1qt vacuum zipper bags, 2 1-gallon zipper bags, 4 1-gallon liquid black vacuum seal bags, a jar sealer, a bottle stopper	11 x 10 vacuum seal roll, 5 1qt vacuum seal bags, 6 1qt vacuum zipper bags, 5 1-gallon vacuum zipper bags, a bottle stopper, a container
Warranty	1-year limited warranty	1-year limited warranty
Price	Check Price on Amazon	Check Price on Amazon

 

Food Types

The FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 are ideal for all types of food that you would put in the fridge, freezer, or your storage cupboards. You can preserve meats, fish, cheeses, fruit and vegetables, bread and cakes, flour, even liquids. They will also prevent freezer burn. They will keep fresher for up to 5 times longer than ordinary storage methods. This can save families up to $2,700 per year, as well as reducing the amount of food we throw out.

Uses

It is very simple to use the FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 as they are both automatic. You just put your food inside one of the bags, place the end between the seals and choose the right settings. The main settings on the top of the units are the vacuum and seal, dry or moist, the power button and a cancel button.

Design

The FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 have a slightly different design as they are taller and narrower. This design takes up less counter space and it provides more room for preparing the food in the bags for vacuuming and sealing.

PulseVac

For added control, the FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 have a PulseVac setting. This will allow you to manually start and stop the vacuuming, which is perfect for controlling the vacuum of delicate foods like muffins, cakes, and bread.

Rapid Marinate

Instead of having to wait for hours for food to marinate, you can use the FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480. The rapid marinate setting will have your food infused with delicious flavors in a matter of minutes.

Bag Usage

The FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 come with a bag making process that allows for 50% fewer steps, it’s quicker and you don’t have to guess the size of the bags. This means you will use over 30% less of your roll than with previous FoodSaver preservation systems.

Vacuum View Window

The FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 both have built-in storage for the vacuum seal rolls and a cutter bar. They also have vacuum view windows so you can see exactly how much roll you have left, ensuring you can order/buy more before you run out.

The Drip Tray

With a removable drip tray, the FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 are easy to keep clean in case of any spills. The tray catches any liquids that may spill and can be put in the dishwasher to clean.

Power

The FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 are 126w vacuum sealers. They also come with a 30-inch power cord, offering plenty of length for easy maneuverability and use.

Additional features

For extra convenience, the FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM5480 come with a retractable handheld vacuum. The sealing strip is extra-wide for the strongest seal and this is helped by the easy lock latch closure.

Warranty

Whether you buy the FoodSaver FM5460 or the FoodSaver FM5480, you will receive a one-year limited warranty.

Now, let’s take a look at a couple of differences between the FoodSaver FM5460 and the FoodSaver FM580.

The design is the same, as we have mentioned. The colors are also the same with bright stainless steel and black features. The only difference, and it is tiny, is in the dimensions.

The FoodSaver FM5460

This vacuum sealer is 7.24 x 16.31 x 7.64 inches. It weighs 10.41 pounds.

The FoodSaver FM5480

It also weighs 10.41 pounds; however, it measures 7.41 x 16.23 x 7.8 inches.

The Winner Is- A Tie

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Both of the 2-in-1 vacuum sealing systems are ready to use straight out of the box and they come with some sealing bags to get you started.

The FoodSaver FM5460

This model comes with an 11 x 10 vacuum seal roll, an 11 x 8 expandable seal roll, 3 1qt vacuum seal bags, 2 1-gallon seal bags, 3 1qt vacuum zipper bags, 2 1-gallon zipper bags, 4 1-gallon liquid black vacuum seal bags, a jar sealer, and a bottle stopper

The FoodSaver FM5480

Here, you will receive an 11 x 10 vacuum seal roll, 5 1qt vacuum seal bags, 6 1qt vacuum zipper bags, 5 1-gallon vacuum zipper bags, a bottle stopper, and a container.

The Winner Is- The FoodSaver FM5460

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For a good quality vacuum sealer, prices will start at around $80 and can go up to $200. Of course, you have to also consider what comes with the vacuum sealer.

The FoodSaver FM5460

It does sit at the higher end of the. Price range but it’s worth bearing in mind that it comes with $60 of vacuum sealing equipment.

The FoodSaver FM5480

This vacuum sealer is more expensive, only by around $10. It comes with a good number of bags but is missing the jar sealer.

The Winner Is- The FM5460

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Finally, we will go over some pros and cons of the two FoodSaver vacuum sealers.