What is a good dehydrator?

hadenuff · 09-22-2008, 12:29 PM

I want to get a dehydrator but there are a lot to chose from and the prices really vary. Anyone have any suggestions? TIA

fawn · 09-22-2008, 12:48 PM

I ahve a nesco that I enjoy. I ordered it on amazon with additional trays and silicone pads. I make my own crackers and dry my soaked almonds with mine.

hadenuff · 09-22-2008, 05:41 PM

Thanks Fawn!

Charski · 09-22-2008, 08:19 PM

I also have the Nesco from Amazon. I got the Snackmaster, it was under $35 including shipping.

I love it! The motor is in the top which is nice because you don't have stuff dripping down into the motor this way. It works well, cleans up easily, and I'm very glad I bought it!

I make beef jerky, salmon jerky, kale chips, zucchini and crookneck chips, so far. It was money very well spent IMHO.

I know there are more expensive models but this one works so well for what I want to do that I don't see the reason to spend more on one. JMHO of course!

msnhim · 09-23-2008, 04:36 AM

I also have the nesco! And love it. I only make jerky. Mine isn't from amazon, I bought it in a store. And you can add extra trays if needed. But it came with 4 or 5 so I haven't needed to. Well worth the few dollars we spent on it.

Wasabell · 09-23-2008, 05:49 AM

I have an Excalibur. Pricy, but it will do large amounts. Motor's on the back so, stuff dripping isn't an issue. I can dry my herbs, onions, peppers, tomatos, and beef jerky.

JJ

hadenuff · 09-23-2008, 07:38 AM

Thanks everyone. That is what I was wondering, if the less expensive brands work as well. Thanks for the tips on the motors!

ljguitar · 09-23-2008, 07:45 AM

Hi Wendy..
We have an Excalibur (very serious unit). We paid a lot for it and have never regretted it.

09-22-2008, 12:29 PM	#1
hadenuff Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 665 Gallery: hadenuff WOE: WW and whole foods Start Date: October 25, 2008	What is a good dehydrator? I want to get a dehydrator but there are a lot to chose from and the prices really vary. Anyone have any suggestions? TIA

09-22-2008, 08:19 PM	#4
Charski Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Central Coastal CA Posts: 10,225 Gallery: Charski Stats: 174 (WW)/130/150 goal 5'5" 54 years young WOE: ATKINS! now and always.... Start Date: 5/03	I also have the Nesco from Amazon. I got the Snackmaster, it was under $35 including shipping. I love it! The motor is in the top which is nice because you don't have stuff dripping down into the motor this way. It works well, cleans up easily, and I'm very glad I bought it! I make beef jerky, salmon jerky, kale chips, zucchini and crookneck chips, so far. It was money very well spent IMHO. I know there are more expensive models but this one works so well for what I want to do that I don't see the reason to spend more on one. JMHO of course! __________________ Veni, Vidi, Velcro - I came, I saw, I stuck! Save the Earth - it's the only planet with chocolate! ATKINS '72 - MAINTENANCE X 5 YEARS! 2 7 10 16 31 12

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09-22-2008, 12:48 PM	#2
fawn Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Northern California Posts: 8,840 Gallery: fawn Stats: 210/120 WOE: Eating For Health Start Date: 2/2000	I ahve a nesco that I enjoy. I ordered it on amazon with additional trays and silicone pads. I make my own crackers and dry my soaked almonds with mine.

09-22-2008, 05:41 PM	#3
hadenuff Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 665 Gallery: hadenuff WOE: WW and whole foods Start Date: October 25, 2008	Thanks Fawn!

09-23-2008, 04:36 AM	#5
msnhim Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Illinois-Army Wife Posts: 228 Gallery: msnhim Stats: 213/145/135 WOE: Atkins Start Date: November 3, 2007	I also have the nesco! And love it. I only make jerky. Mine isn't from amazon, I bought it in a store. And you can add extra trays if needed. But it came with 4 or 5 so I haven't needed to. Well worth the few dollars we spent on it.

09-23-2008, 05:49 AM	#6
Wasabell Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Great State of Texas Posts: 219 Gallery: Wasabell Stats: 5' 4" 154/123/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 8/1/2005	I have an Excalibur. Pricy, but it will do large amounts. Motor's on the back so, stuff dripping isn't an issue. I can dry my herbs, onions, peppers, tomatos, and beef jerky. JJ

09-23-2008, 07:38 AM	#7
hadenuff Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 665 Gallery: hadenuff WOE: WW and whole foods Start Date: October 25, 2008	Thanks everyone. That is what I was wondering, if the less expensive brands work as well. Thanks for the tips on the motors!

09-23-2008, 07:45 AM	#8
ljguitar Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Wyoming Posts: 513 Gallery: ljguitar WOE: Low Carb - 30 or less sensible carbs per day	Hi Wendy.. We have an Excalibur (very serious unit). We paid a lot for it and have never regretted it.