This dehydrator is a really nice, easy to operate, and takes up very little counter space. We are still in the experimental phase but so far have really loved making "squash chips" with extra squash from the garden. The time recommendations in the manual are a little lower than what we found to be best for our tastes but it in no way detracts from this being a great model. We look forward to trying many other crispy creations!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Machine does the job. Not quiet, not horribly loud. My only complaint.... and it's a big one... is the lack of on/off switch. It feels like companies are being sloppy and cheap when you are forced to plug something in to turn in on (the fan starts blowing even before you have a properly seated connection, causing SPARKS which could burn the unit out!) and have to unplug the unit to turn it off... in my book this is a major FAIL.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
The Nesco dehydrator took my buddy and I by surprise. We make jerky as professionals. Rather than the hundreds of $$$ you can spend, we have three of these and 30 trays between us and knock out the jerky by the pounds. SECRET on the trays. Spray them with cooking spray before each use and the will make clean up a third of the usual hassle. The Nesco brand, including the slicers are excellent and comfortably priced. Good Luck
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
This dehydrator is very good for the price and comparable to more expensive dehydrators with regards to power, temperature adjustment, and performance. I primarily use it to dehydrate flowers and herbs for tea. The trays are easy to clean, the fan is relatively quiet, it dehydrates things evenly, and it is made in the USA. The only con is its lifespan. I bought one about 3 years ago and it ran great until the fan motor or thermal fuse burned out (hard to say which, both looked pretty toasted when I took it apart). That being said, I used the machine very heavily those three years, so probably these parts just wore out. It would be nice if it were easy to repair, but that's sadly not the case. To cover my bases, I purchased an extended (3 year) warranty this time around.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Like all dehydrators, depending on what you are drying the grates can be difficult to clean. I imagine a dishwasher might be easier, but we don't have any other than ourselves. But it works well, isn't too loud, and it's dependable. I'd like to have several of them to be honest. You won't be disappointed, It's a good product at a good price!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Best Selling in Food Dehydrators
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Save on Food Dehydrators