FoodSaver V2840 vs. V2460

[mliew]

I'm thinking about buying a FoodSaver but I'm not sure which one I should get. Bed Bath and Beyond carries these two models. Does anyone know how they compare? Thanks.

[harryharry]

I don't know the specific models, however, all foodsaver machines "suck" with the same amount of power (although some have a gentle "suck" feature)... the difference is only in the features - hands free, bag cutter, containers, etc....

[Candy]

I have the V 2460 and like it quite well. My only complaint is you occasionally get a defective bag, sometimes a small pin hole and you thought was sealed is not. Another thing I found is that bread items don't do well and tend to get squashed badly. Someone suggested I try freezing it first, it didn't suck as much air out as it would fresh but I'm not doing it again. I am going to try firm cookies like shortbread and see how that goes. If that works I'll be in heaven for Christmas season baking ahead.

[jfood]

jfood owns the 2490 and love it. bought in costco 2 years ago and has gone through 5 rolls of bags. can not see the 2460 on line so can not comment on that model.

you should have a moist and dry suck setting and an easy way to slice the bags. likewise the channel where any excess liquid would gather during the moist sucking process is a nice way to keep it clean.

you may also look at t his at costco

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product....

[Jennalynn]

If you're near a Tuesday Morning, they always have a bunch for a really good price.

[mliew]

Thanks for the feedback everyone. Here are links to the 2 models that BBB has:

2460: http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=107436
2840: http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=107386

It's confusing because on the www.foodsaver.com webpage the model #s listed there are different (2440 and 2860). Also, there is no model 2490 on the official webpage even though it obviously exists since Costco carries it. I'm wondering if the last 2 digits of the model vary from one retailer to another but are actually the same machines.

The 2490 seems to be the same as the 2460 but for $40 less. Too bad I don't have a Costco membership. Maybe I'll find a friend to pick one up for me.

[jfood]

jfood still thinks the model on the costco website for $99 is a better deal.

[mliew]

Yeah, that's what I said above. The 2490 is the $99 Costco one.

[gatorgrrl]

to avoid crushing things with the foodsaver (like bread, muffins, etc.) and sucking up liquid into the air chamber when bagging stews etc. it is ESSENTIAL to choose a model that has the instant seal button. it allows you to immediately stop the vaccuum and begin sealing. you'll get good at watching for the right moment to hit the button to avoid either of these problems. i'm a professional personal chef and use one everyday...the bag storage and cutter are in both of those models, those are nice, and try to get one with a wider sealing strip. the best part of these machines is freezing leftovers and then gently reheating them in the bag by simmering in a pot of water...easy, easy and much gentler on proteins than the microwave!