This one arrived in our kitchen at a time where we have been actively trying to cut down our food waste. It pulled up alongside another Sunbeam unit which we had received as a gift a year or so ago. Whilst we used the old unit occasionally its biggest shortcoming was the fact that it was a container and zip lock bag only unit (VS1300 model) and that it only came with one container. Additional containers aren’t cheap so, although we initially took to it with gusto, were put off when we realised the cost associated with buying enough containers a...Read more

As a single person, living alone, I often find that food loses freshness before I can consume it all. This is especially the case with nuts, chips, biscuits etc. The resealable vacuum containers make keeping 'snack foods' fresh & crisp easy. Just remember to vacuum seal the container after each opening (takes only a few seconds using the 'Accessory attachment'). I have also found the resealable ziplock bags great for stopping avocados from going brown in the fridge. It is so easy to use as much as you want, put the remaining avocado back in the...Read more

Impressed before I even saw it by the thoughtful packaging - minimalist and recyclable.
After the first use I was very happy to see clever design at work in this product, examples;
- power cord is not separate but is coiled up in its own space underneath
- the vacuum attachment used with storage containers is not an ugly afterthought but has it's own neat housing and a retractable hose
- control switch is a mechanical lever, thoughtfully located and provides for safe use (cannot be on while unlocked)

Plus the elegant looks, and the durable bui...Read more

To commence, I have utilised the Foodsaver VS7850 on two rounds of shopping. I purchase a lot of green vegetables and when I come home I have a coffee or cup of tea and then take the Foodsaver unit out and take care of parcels of vegetables for the next 5 -7 days. This has led to limited to no wastage. Far more room – FAR more room – in the fridge, and just the feeling that I have taken care of business properly.

This is a largely vegetarian household so consider the review against that. If I was a big meat eater or fisherperson etc, the Foods...Read more

What can I say? Having had a Sunbeam food saver in the past (Vac 430), I was expecting the same sort of thing but just a bit updated.. how WRONG I was. The VS7850 is like the Wright Brothers jumping off their first flight on the Kittyhawk and getting behind the controls of a Dreamliner.

So lets look at the detail. First it looks ultra sleek and modern and whilst the instructions can look a little daunting, once you start to use the Food Saver it all makes sense.

The range of options is only limited by your imagination and the amount of food ...Read more

I have the FoodSaver from Sunbeam a week now and put it through its paces.
The machine itself is quite light and compact.
There are a few things I really like about this machine as I had another brand of food sealer, I could compare it to.
The roll being in the machine is a big plus.
The retractable hose is also a nice touch.
The cutter incorporated into the lid is also nice as the previous machine had the cutter on its own frame inside the machine which was rather flimsy.

Having the knob for sealing the lid on the side of the machine is a gre...Read more

Warning, spoiler alert! This is an awesome product that I wrote far too much about, and probably had far too much fun writing. If you’re ok with that, then read on. But don’t say you weren’t warned.
Unboxing: ah... that moment you get to pull your shiny new appliance out of the box with all the anticipation of being THE Mrs Jones of your social circle, whom everyone will be vying to keep up with. The Sunbeam FoodSaver doesn’t disappoint. It is shiny. And it’s new. And it looks a little futuristic and flashy enough to have on display. Your new ...Read more

I seem to be constantly throwing food out... so I bought the Sunbeam VS7850 a few weeks ago... along with a variety of their containers. I was a bit sceptical, but I thought hey, I'll give it a go. I did lots of research on different models. Gotta say I'm very impressed!! Vacuum sealing cheese after each use, avocados, bagged nuts, crackers, cherry tomatoes(in the container), meat/chicken etc for the freezer. I use it every day! Everything stays so fresh. Salad leaves that you buy in the bag from the supermarket seem to last about a week or so...Read more

I could not rave this product enough, this is one of the best investment I have purchased for me and my family. Food last much longer 5x more, therefore I no longer waste food and save money. My fridge neater as I portion everything after buying bulk or shopping from the market. I often cater for parties so what I do is I chop all the garlic, onions and meats then vac seal it so on the day all the preparations are ready saving me heaps of time and my fridge no longer smell from blue cheese or herbs and spiceses.
There are numerous things you ...Read more