Commercial Chef Food Dehydrator, Dehydrator for Food and Jerky, 280W Meat Dehydrator Machine for Dehydrated Foods with 5 Drying Racks and Slide Out Tray, White

I'm dehydrating mushrooms and beef jerky with this. The Commercial Chef Food Dehydrator has become an essential part of my kitchen arsenal. I'm also making preserved fruits and veggies, this machine does it all with ease. Setting it up was a breeze, and the intuitive controls make it simple to adjust the temperature and drying time to achieve perfect results every time. The 280W power ensures efficient dehydration without consuming excessive energy. I love the spacious design with five drying racks, providing ample room to dehydrate large batches of food. Plus, the slide-out tray makes loading and unloading a breeze, saving me time and hassle. The quality of dried foods produced by this dehydrator is top-notch, retaining nutrients and flavors without any additives or preservatives. It's not just a kitchen appliance; it's a gateway to healthier snacking options for me and my family. Overall, I couldn't be happier with my purchase. If you're in the market for a reliable and efficient food dehydrator, look no further than the Commercial Chef Food Dehydrator. Highly recommended!

I have a larger dehydrator but wanted something smaller for a few leftover berries, veggies, small amounts of herbs or small liquids. I got this & have been using it for 5 yrs & it works great. The only thing is with the smaller 9 inch trays - I can't find trays for fruit leather or liquids and finer screens for herbs... so I did cut window screening material & that has worked great... I cut some silicone mats but only for small amts of liquid since there is no "lip"... So that is the ONLY "con" I have for this small one... but I use is quite a bit & it's been running great so far for 5 yrs.

The description states "This food dryer is suitable for a variety of homemade foods like mushrooms and turkey—as well as snacks like banana chips, fruit roll-ups, and beef jerky." However the manual that comes with the device gives no directions for meat jerky, only for fruits and vegetables. This is likely due to the fact that the max temp on this device is 158F while meats like beef and chicken need to be heated to at least 165F to kill any potential bugs. The description does mention "beef jerky" but the lack of directions for making meat jerky indicates they don't want to be liable if there is an incident due to undercooked meats. I find this a little sneaky. I have made beef jerky in it and after drying in the dehydrator put the meat in a convection oven at 175F for an hour to kill any nasties. I have also tried meat dried in the machine but not placed in the oven and it tasted the same, good, and I didn't get sick, but that may not always be the case.The device works very well, but there is a caveat that if you do get sick from eating undercooked meat jerky they probably cannot be held responsible as they don't provide directions for drying meats. You can take the chance, as I did, or you can take steps, as I also did, to provide a temp of at least 165F when making meat jerky.

The Commercial Chef Dehydrator has been a game-changer in my kitchen! It’s powerful, easy to use, and dries everything evenly—from fruits to jerky, herbs, and even vegetables. The adjustable temperature settings make it versatile for different types of foods, and the trays are spacious, allowing me to prepare large batches at once. Cleaning is simple, as the trays are removable and dishwasher safe. I’m thrilled with the quality and efficiency, and it’s been a great investment for anyone serious about dehydrating food at home. Highly recommend!

I purchased this for one reason. To dry my scorpion peppers from the garden. Worked perfectly. Will now be using it for other things. Easy to use and clean. Temperature control is a bonus. Minimal noise. Highly recommend.

I've had this dehydrator for over two years now. It is still working great! Sometimes I'll use it 4 or 5 times in a month. Sometimes I'll go a few months without using it. But every time I do use it, it works very well. Temperature seems consistent. Everything has come out cracker dry, exactly how I want it. Love this dehydrator! Thanks!

This dehydrator works well for herbs and flowers (keep the herbs whole so they don't fall through the racks) but really struggles with things like rosehips and orange and lemon slices.The indicator light has never worked. It is relatively quiet and there is a nice spot to store the cord away under the machine.You won't be able to do a lot of big projects with this but it is practical for someone just starting out with dehydrating or someone who just wants to do simple projects like herbs.