- How does it compare with a plastic tray dehydrator?
- It heats faster and feels sturdier thanks to the steel body and 1500-watt element. In return it is heavier, louder and takes more counter space than a basic plastic unit.
- Do I need to rotate the trays?
- Yes, for thin or wet foods. Air comes from the rear, so slices at the tray edges dry slower; swapping trays front to back midway evens out batches.
- Does it have a timer?
- The base unit has an adjustable thermostat but no timer, so you check doneness yourself. Set a kitchen timer if you dry overnight.
- What can I dry in it?
- Jerky, fruit leather, vegetable slices, herbs, apple rings and yogurt. Low thermostat settings suit herbs and yogurt; higher settings suit meat.
- Is it loud enough to matter?
- Yes, it is one of the louder dehydrators in its class. Owners who dry overnight often move it to a garage or utility room.
- How much food fits at once?
- Several trays of sliced produce or a large batch of jerky fit in one run, which is the point of the high wattage. Very wet loads still need extra time.
- Where is the NutriChef Premium Food Dehydrator Machine 1500 Watts cheapest?
- At Best Buy, for $514.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the NutriChef Premium Food Dehydrator Machine 1500 Watts?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Best Buy, Walmart, Newegg.