Commercial Chef Food Dehydrator, Five 9.25” BPA-Free Trays, CCD100B6, Black

Follow the directions to clean your unit before using. I love that the trays are clear plastic so I can watch the progress but they are hard and would probably break if dropped. The dehydrator is compact enough to fit on my narrow kitchen counter and lightweight. The manual that comes with it is written well unlike some other products made in China. There is a guide for dehydrating fruits and vegetables but nothing for meat. I bought this to make chicken breast dog treats and after researching online I found an excellent way to do this...use precooked, boneless, skinless chicken breast. Slice the breast into long thin strips and place on the dehydrator trays. Use the highest setting and check the progress periodically--mine took about 4 hours to get the desired crunchiness, if you want a more chewy treat you can use less time. Precooked meat goes faster and also protects against bacteria growth that can occur in raw meat at low temperatures. My Min Pin loves his treat and I am happy that it is healthy for him with no added chemicals. I also made banana chips which are delicious--14 hours at 135 degrees F. Next time I will make my chips at a higher temperature for more crispiness. I love, love, love this product and just ordered cheese cloth from Amazon to line the trays (to prevent debris from falling into the bottom). This is better than my friends' more expensive models. Get it but be gentle with it and follow the directions. The cord is short but works fine on my kitchen counter. I plan to use it every day. I am currently making apple chips. Thank you Amazon for another affordable product that improves my life and that of my little Min Pin!

I’m really happy with this dehydrator! It’s simple to use, dries fruit evenly, and is perfect for making cocktail garnishes. Great quality for the price!”

Right out of the box the top was cracked so the cover and plates are fragile and will break easily. I didn't want to wait for another so I kept it. Now when I used it I was very pleased with its performance. It's low profile made a great addition to the kitchen. The noise was so low I couldn't tell it was on. It is very easy to use and I had dry herbs,apple chips, and dry rosella calyxsus ready for tea in 2 to 4 hours.

So far it is doing an amazing job. Purchased for frying filament. Printed some bits to extend the treats and have four rolls of filament running simultaneously. Fingers crossed but so far an awesome deal. Thank you

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!

And it's not too loud either!

Nothing really wrong with it, just realized it's probably better to have a timer, and a more exact temp gauge that this dial. The trays does feel flimsy and easy to crack accidently, so had to return it for another type with more electronics but it's still a very good simple dehydrator for the price, especially if you clip the coupon. For being basic, it's worth it.

I don't dehydrate and store tons of stuff like a lot of homesteaders with big gardens. I dehydrate tomatoes for pasta salads and home made pizza. I dehydrate apples and other fruits for home made breads. My newest thing is to dehydrate fruits for my new Yonanas soft serve ice cream machine that I'm expecting from Prime in a day or two. With 5 trays I can dehydrate two large cans of pineapple, 3 large apples, and several tomatoes. As you can see in the pictures, I use parchment paper so the fruit won't drip through the holes. In picture 3 you can see that I used a little white-out to mark the dial. I don't know how they expect anyone to see the slight indent on it. Finally, this machine is so quiet you can hardly hear it. This is perfect for small batches. If I ever get a garden, I may get a larger one. UPDATE: 3/5/19 Unfortunately this took 3 days to dehydrate apple slices. The tomatoes took a very long time too. Even on high, the temperature is too low. I'm getting a better dehydrator now.

It’s a essential for kitchen. Keep it up

Arrived fast. Very well packaged. I’m using it to dry flowers and herbs! Easy to use and works great.

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Been using it basically nonstop since it arrived. Works great and as simple as it gets. Great price too.

Works well, just feels very very cheap. Not great for the price, its really just a box with a fan and heating element.