Tray capacity and material
We list models with BPA-free plastic trays for light use and stainless steel trays for durability and easy cleaning.
Kitchen Specialty Appliances
Food Dehydrators
This catalog lists 288 live products from 120 brands to help you preserve harvests and make snacks at home. We track machines ranging from compact 5-tray units to large 24-tray commercial models.
Our method
How we organize these listings
We group dehydrators by tray count, power wattage, and specific food uses to help you find a machine that fits your counter and your budget.
Temperature and timing
These listings include machines with adjustable dials for herbs and digital timers for precise jerky making.
Airflow and wattage
This set covers 360 degree airflow systems and motors ranging from 240W to 1100W for different drying speeds.
First look
Popular categories
Quick links to the most common types of dehydrators in this catalog.
7.9/10
Excalibur
These dehydrators help home cooks and hunters preserve meat, produce, and herbs using precise temperature controls. The machines offer large drying capacities for batch processing jerky and snacks
COSORI
These compact machines are designed for making fruit leather and jerky in smaller kitchen spaces. The listings focus on BPA-free materials and essential accessories for liquid-based snacks
NutriChef
These dehydrators range from simple 5-tray home appliances to massive 30-layer commercial machines. They use high-heat circulation to dry meat, fruit, and pet treats on stainless steel or stackable trays
All brands
Browse the full list
Filter through 288 products to find the right fit for your kitchen or commercial space.
Dehydrators for fruit and snacks
Dehydrators for beef jerky
Stainless steel dehydrators
Dehydrators for herbs
Dehydrators for vegetables
Dehydrators with digital timers
Adjustable temperature dehydrators
Dehydrators for dog treats
Commercial food dehydrators
Cheap
BPA-free food dehydrators
5-tray food dehydrators
10-tray food dehydrators
800W food dehydrators
12-tray food dehydrators
8-tray food dehydrators
Dehydrators for mushrooms
Dehydrators with food presets
360 degree airflow dehydrators
Stackable food dehydrators
18-tray food dehydrators
400W food dehydrators
6-tray food dehydrators
Black food dehydrators
Quiet food dehydrators
1000W food dehydrators
Countertop food dehydrators
Dehydrators with glass doors
600W food dehydrators
White food dehydrators
1100W food dehydrators
Dehydrators for making yogurt
Dehydrators with interior lights
Gray
Grey food dehydrators
Silver food dehydrators
Dual chamber dehydrators
Food freeze dryers
Leather
24-tray food dehydrators
Blue food dehydrators
A short guide
Buying guide
Check the temperature range
Herbs need low heat around 95°F, while beef jerky requires higher settings up to 165°F or 185°F for safety.
Measure your counter space
Stackable models save space by growing vertically, while rear-mounted fan units often have a larger footprint.
Choose your tray count
Small batches work well in 5-tray machines, but garden harvests often require 10-tray or 12-tray capacities.
Common questions
Common questions
What is the difference between stackable and shelf dehydrators?
Stackable units use a bottom fan and can be expanded with extra trays, while shelf units use a rear fan for more even horizontal airflow.
Can I make beef jerky in any dehydrator?
You should use a machine that reaches at least 160°F to ensure meat is safe to eat. This catalog includes 209 models suitable for jerky.
Are stainless steel trays better than plastic?
Stainless steel trays are more durable and can go in the dishwasher, while BPA-free plastic trays are lighter and usually cost less.
Do I need a digital timer?
A digital timer is helpful because it automatically shuts off the machine, preventing food from becoming over-dried if you are away.