The current world climate is a crisis really. Every little thing we can do to protect the environment will go a long way in improving the state of the world.
Excessive food wastage is really unnecessary. Buying in bulk makes sense because it helps you save money; however, it becomes counterproductive if in the end all the extra food is thrown away because you are unable to conserve it.
For this reason, FoodSaver becomes a very important item when it comes to the preservation of food freshness.
FoodSaver has developed quite a good reputation in the industry of food conservation.
The systems that are discussed here are the FoodSaver 5460 in comparison to its counterpart 5480.
Both the FoodSaver 5460 and 5480 come as 2-in-1 units that keep food fresh for a long by vacuuming and sealing it. In this comparison, we’ll look at the similarities, differences, as well as the pros and the cons to figure out what the best option is.
Similarities 5460 vs 5480
Types of food
Both food savers are perfectly designed for all food types that can be frozen, stored in the cupboards, or cooled in the fridge. The FoodSavers 5480 and 5460 can preserve fruits and vegetables, meat, fish and cheese, cakes and bread, flour as well as liquid.
They keep food up to 5 times fresher compared to the normal methods of storage. Furthermore, both FoodSavers will keep your foods free from freezer burns.
These FoodSavers will not only save your family thousands of dollars annually, but they will also reduce the amount of food wastage significantly.
Methods of use
Both FoodSavers are automatic, so they are very simple to use. The only thing you are required to do is pour food in the bags, make sure the ends are held by the seals, and then choose a suitable setting.
The settings to choose from are dry or moist, vacuum and seal, power, or cancel.
Design
These two Foodsavers 5460 and 5480 differ slightly from other FoodSavers. They are narrower and taller.
They take less space on the counter while providing more room for food preparation using the bags and then when vacuuming and sealing.
PulseVac settings
The PulseVac settings on these FoodSaver give you more control. You can start and stop the vacuuming manually using the settings. When it comes to vacuuming delicate foods such as bread, cake, and muffins, then the PulseVac settings provide the perfect alternatives.
Fast marinate
You don’t have to wait for hours to get your food marinated. Both the FoodSaver FM5460 and 5480 will infuse delicious flavors into your food in a matter of minutes.
Bag usage
If you want FoodSavers that allows for 50% fewer steps in the bag making procedure then look no further than these two. You will save time because the process is faster and you will not have to make assumptions about the bag sizes.
What’s better, you end up using 30% less roll than you do with other FoodSaver systems.
Vacuum view window
It’s worth noting that the two FoodSavers have built-in storage that comes with a cutter bar and seal rolls. Through the vacuum view windows, you will be able to see the amount of roll remaining.
You will be able to know when to buy new rolls before the one you have runs out when you least expect it to.
Drip tray
You can easily clean the FoodSavers 5460 and 5480 in case any spills happen because the drip trays are not only removable, but they are easy to clean as well.
In both FoodSavers, the drip trays trap any liquid that may have spilled and you can also clean it in the dishwasher.
Power usage
Both FoodSavers use 126w vacuum sealers. For easy maneuverability, the FoodSavers are equipped with 30-inch power cords. That’s plenty of lengths to play around with.
Extra features
You will find a retractable vacuum that you can easily hold in your hand that provides additional convenience when using both FoodSavers. The strip used for sealing is strong and wide so that you don’t have to struggle with the latch closure.
Warranty
Both FoodSavers have a one-year warranty.
Differences 5460 vs 5480
Appearance
Just like we mentioned previously, the design is similar. Both FoodSavers are black in color and are made of stainless steel.
Both of them weigh 10.41 pounds. The difference lies in the dimensions. The FoodSaver FM5460 measures 7.24 x 16.31 x 7.64 inches while FoodSaver FM5480 is 7.41 x 16.23 x 7.8 inches.
Items of use
You already know that both systems are ready for use straight out of the box.
However, the FoodSaver FM5460 has;
- 11 x 10 vacuum seal roll
- 11 x 8 expandable seal roll
- 3, 1qt vacuum seal bags and zipper bags
- 2, 1-gallon seal bags and zipper bags
- 4, 1-gallon black vacuum seal bags meant for liquid storage
- Jar sealer
- Bottle stopper.
On the contrary, the FoodSaver FM5480 has;
- 11 x 10 sea roll
- 5, 1qt vacuum seal bags
- 6,1 qt vacuum zipper bags
- 5, 1-gallon vacuum zipper bags
- Bottle stopper
- Container.
FoodSaver FM5460
Pros
- Perfect for sous vide.
- Lightweight and compact, ideal for small spaces.
- Everything is sealed so that you can perfectly organize your freezer or fridge.
Cons
- You must break the seals with a few seconds otherwise it will overheat.
FoodSaver FM5480
Pros
- Versatile
- Simple to use
- Freezes meat without causing any freezer burns
- You can easily cut the bags to your preferred size.
Cons
- It is not really durable compared to other FoodSavers.
Conclusion
Both machines provide excellent service. Whatever choice you make depends on personal preferences and the value for your money. They are almost similar so choose what you feel works for your specific needs.
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