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Harvest Right 5-Tray Medium Black Aluminum Freeze Dryer with Mylar Starter Kit HRFD-SBL

Harvest Right 5-Tray Medium Black Aluminum Freeze Dryer with Mylar Starter Kit HRFD-SBL

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Our take on the Harvest Right 5-Tray Medium Black Aluminum Freeze Dryer with Mylar Starter Kit HRFD-SBL

The Harvest Right 5-Tray Medium is a home freeze dryer that takes fresh food to shelf-stable in one automatic cycle: load the trays, press start, and it beeps when done. It holds 10 to 13 lbs. per batch and the brand rates it at about 1,812 lbs. a year, with food said to keep up to 25 years. The kit adds a Premier vacuum pump, stainless trays, a sealer, 50 Mylar bags and oxygen absorbers, so it is a complete starter setup. Against smaller countertop units it trades counter space and a heavier pump-maintenance routine for real batch capacity; owners praise the results and complain about noise, cycle length and pump upkeep.

Best forHome gardeners with surplus producePreppers building a long-term food supplyFamilies freeze drying full meals and leftoversBuyers who want a complete starter kit in one box
Pros
  • Large 10 to 13 lb. batch capacity for a home unit
  • Fully automatic: load, press start, wait for the beep
  • Starter kit includes pump, trays, sealer, bags and absorbers
  • Handles fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy, meals and desserts
  • Brand rates output at about 1,812 lbs. of fresh food a year
Cons
  • Long cycles, often a day or more per batch
  • Noisy in operation, noticeable in an open kitchen
  • Vacuum pump needs oil changes every 25 to 30 batches
  • Bulky and heavy; needs dedicated counter or stand space
  • Mylar kit is a starter supply, not a long-term stock

Harvest Right 5-Tray Medium Black Aluminum Freeze Dryer with Mylar Starter Kit HRFD-SBL prices at every store

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    $62.00Checked Nov 9
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What reviewers say

Owners of the Medium 5-tray generally report good results: fruit comes out crisp, meat rehydrates well, and the automatic cycle is easy to run. Complaints center on noise, long run times and the pump oil routine rather than on the food.

What people mention
  • NoiseCriticisedOwners say the unit is loud enough to notice in living areas, especially during the vacuum and drying phases.
  • Cycle timeMixedUsers accept long runs as normal for freeze drying but note a batch can take a day or more.
  • Food qualityPraisedReviewers report fruit stays crisp and meat and meals rehydrate well.
  • Pump maintenanceCriticisedOil changes and filter cleaning every 25 to 30 batches are seen as a recurring chore.
  • Ease of usePraisedLoading trays and pressing start is described as simple, with the beep signaling completion.
  • Build and sizeMixedOwners like the sturdy build but say it takes up serious counter or stand space.

About the Harvest Right 5-Tray Medium Black Aluminum Freeze Dryer with Mylar Starter Kit HRFD-SBL

This is a 5-tray, medium-size freeze dryer with a black aluminum finish. It freeze dries fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, meals, desserts and more. Its patented technology preserves the taste, nutrition and texture of nearly any food for up to 25 years.

It handles 10 to 13 lbs. of fresh food per batch, or 1,812 lbs. per year. To use it, press start and the freeze dryer beeps when the batch is finished. The Premier vacuum pump needs its oil filtered and replaced every 25 to 30 batches, which takes 90 to 120 seconds.

A Mylar starter kit is included for sealing and storing the freeze-dried food.

Model
HRFD-SBL
Size
Medium
Color
Black
Material
Aluminum
Trays
5 stainless steel trays
Batch capacity
10 to 13 lbs. of fresh food
Yearly capacity
1,812 lbs. of fresh food, or 390 gal. of food
Power
Variable wattage
Food shelf life
Up to 25 years
Pump maintenance
Filter and replace oil every 25 to 30 batches; takes 90 to 120 seconds
Operation
Press start; beeps when finished
In the box
Freeze dryer, Premier vacuum pump, stainless steel trays, oil filter, 1 qt. vacuum pump oil, vacuum pump hose, owner's manual, power cords
Mylar starter kit

Questions and answers

How much food fits in one batch?
About 10 to 13 lbs. of fresh food per batch across the five trays. The brand rates yearly output at roughly 1,812 lbs.
How long does a cycle take?
Expect many hours to more than a day depending on food, moisture and load. The machine runs the freeze, vacuum and dry stages itself and beeps when finished.
What maintenance does the vacuum pump need?
Drain and replace the oil and change the filter every 25 to 30 batches. The brand says the oil change takes about 90 to 120 seconds.
What comes in the box?
The freeze dryer, Premier vacuum pump, five stainless steel trays, impulse sealer, 50 Mylar bags, 50 oxygen absorbers, oil filter, 1 qt. pump oil, hose, manual and power cords.
Can it freeze dry full meals and raw meat?
Yes. It handles fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, prepared meals and desserts; cook meat first and keep fat levels modest for best storage.
Does it need a dedicated circuit?
It draws significant power and the wattage is variable, so check your outlet and circuit capacity before placing it.
Where is the Harvest Right 5-Tray Medium Black Aluminum Freeze Dryer with Mylar Starter Kit HRFD-SBL cheapest?
At Fairstore, for $62.00, as of our latest check.

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