Cosori Food Dehydrator, 5 Stainless Steel Trays, 3.1 ft² Drying Space | 176°F Temperature Control, Horizontal Airflow, 4 Presets, 48H Timer, No Plastic Contact with Food, Compact Design

This is a wonderful dehydrator, it's a perfect size for doing small batches to dehydrate. So far we've done strawberries, herbs and several different types of beef jerky. We've filled all the trays and everything gets dehydrated in the times set, it's easy to clean and not very loud. Due to it's smaller size, it fits great on the counter without taking up a lot of space. We think it's a great investment for all of our needs, and well worth the money.

I just got this dehydrator and I love it already. Maybe I should have gone bigger! It’s very easy to use and clean. Tray grids are nice and small so nothing is slipping through. I’ve used it for four batches already. Had to go buy more strawberries because my son loves them so much. I’m using it to dry extra greens and unused spinach right now. This will definitely reduce my fresh produce waste. Can’t wait to try out jerky! It’s also very quiet. Perfect for my small apartment.

Did the Deep Dive in Researching Looked at all the other brands, watched youtube videos, etc before I made a purchase, decided on the Cosori 5 Rack max temp 176 degree, bought it, arrived the next day and here are my thoughts. Why I bought I mainly bought it because I like to make beef jerky, I love beef jerky and most of the store bought jerky has all kinds of preservatives and curing salts things that extend shelf life of the jerky but may cut down on yours...With this 5 rack bundle of joy I can control what is in my jerky, i've made just salt and pepper, marinaded jerky, you name it...absolutely love this thing. The smaller unit has a Jerky button which defaults to a 4 hour cook time at 165 degree temp which you can extend the time(also if you push the jerky button twice it defaults to a lower temp for 8 hours) Again you still have manual controls so you could possible dehydrate something at 176 for 48 hours however i would not advise that, that would probably destroy whatever you were trying to dehydrate and be hard on your dehydrator. But depending on your thickness of your beef you can finish a batch in that 4 hour window or extend your time at a lower temp/sky is the limit. Also I should note I did the calculations on the electricity cost and cost of meat and all that, for me I save about 25% off commercial jerky when it is on sale BUT I control the cuts of meat quality and what goes in it, and that is the value for me...I eat a more carnivore diet so if I were consuming preservative laden beef jerky I am sure it would effect me big time. Big things Small Package I think they really optimized this smaller unit because, I can get 1.5lbs of jerky in each batch, the 5 rack unit only uses i think around 480 watts max, its just a nice compact unit but can do allot. I was looking at the bigger units before but i really love this one, if i reach capacity i will just buy a second unit rather that going to a larger unit. This is low wattage (but efficiently optimized for use), plenty of size to do all you need. Dog Treats so Far I have all these ambitions to do Vegi Dog Treats but like Dog and Owner my dog loves the beef jerky treats I make for him which are just dried beef no seasoning. I do plan on making dried green beans, dried carrots and sweet potatoes. Just remember I am sure all dog owners know this you have to be very careful what you feed your dogs they cannot under any circumstances have certain foods like garlic, onions, certain fruits, I am sure you are all aware just a PSA for those who were unaware to check out the AKC and others to see what is safe for our furry friends. Anyways I love that great treats are on my dogs horizon (if you have ever seen the back of a Dog Treats label looking at the ingredients) this is much better alternative. The Bads I bought a vacuum sealer at the same time I bought this Cosori to seal my beef jerky for longer term freezer storage....I am afraid it will never get used. Final Thoughts Again I do not review things, my time is more valuable to waste writing an essay on something for the good or for the bad. But buy it, you will not regret it, don't walk, run towards getting yours! it's outstanding! Not sure I covered what I plan on trying in it later (zuccini flour so I can sub 1/3 of the flour I make pizza dough, I want to do peppers when they are on sale to make a seasoning, carrot chips, zuccini chips and green beans for snacking, I have heard if you caramelized onions then dehydrate them they make an excellent topper for anything from hamburgers to green bean casserole instead of deep fried onions) Anyways enough of my singing it's praises.

The COSORI Food Dehydrator for Jerky is hands down one of the best kitchen appliances I’ve purchased in a while. I primarily use it to make dog treats, and it works flawlessly every time. The 176°F temperature control ensures that the treats are dehydrated perfectly, and the 5 stainless steel trays provide plenty of space for all the ingredients I need to dry. Whether I’m making meat jerky, fruit slices, or veggies, it handles everything with ease. I love the 4 presets, which make it super easy to select the right settings for different foods without having to guess. The 48-hour timer is also a great feature, giving me the flexibility to start a batch and have it ready whenever I need it. Plus, the recipe book included is a great bonus for trying out new ideas and recipes for both human snacks and pet treats. The design of the dehydrator is sleek and modern, and it’s very easy to clean, which I really appreciate. The stainless steel trays don’t retain any odors, and the whole unit is durable and built to last. It’s been a total game-changer for making healthy homemade dog treats that my pets absolutely love. If you’re looking for a high-quality dehydrator for making jerky, dog treats, or any other dried snacks, the COSORI Food Dehydrator is definitely the way to go. Highly recommend it!

I purchased the small 5 tray unit, just for Beef Jerky. I didn't want to spend a lot money on the bigger Cosori. So I purchased the small one. 5, fine wire mesh metal trays, a Pre-Set Jerky setting, does it at 165 degrees F takes 4 hours to finish. This thing works great ! I've made 6 different batches of Beef Jerky. I use the leanest beef I can purchase at the grocery store, usually Top Sirloin, or London Broil. I trim off any visible fat and wrap it in plastic and put it in the Freezer until it firms up. Then using a chef's knife, I slice it thin, about 2 nickels thick. I lay the pieces out and salt and pepper them, both sides, and refrigerate 24 hours before placing the pieces onto the fine wire mesh trays. Press Jerky, Press Start. 4 hours later I've got the best unadulterated (albeit Redmond's salt and fresh cracked black pepper corns Beef Jerky). My neighbor likes it too ! Oh, I divide the Jerky into small piles and using a Food Saver along with one Deoxidizer packet seal them up using the Food Saver. Quick, travel-ready snacks. They will last a long, long time in my refrigerator. Good Job Cosori

Small and compact, but comes with power. Love making different types of jerky. Works like a charm and fits perfectly on my kitchen counter

I purchased this dehydrator. Bought the recommended beef, made the marinade. Started dehydrating. Very easy instructions.Smells so good when dehydrating. Love the stainless steel trays. 12 hours my meat is done. slides right off when done. The best investment. a big money saver. Meat, fruit, vegetables and herbs. This compact machine is very quiet. Its a beautiful neat look on my counter. Not bulky and so professional looking. This would be a great gift for a avid Hunter. If your a vegan, there's plenty of fruits veggies and herbs to try.Its fun and your kids will enjoy the healthy snacks!

Wonderful! I used to make beef sticks years and years ago but I stopped because it took forever to dry. Not any more!! Stainless Steel racks, convenient window, digital temperature and time, single button for specific items (jerky, fruits, veg, yogurt) and the perfect size for a retired couple. If you want to set your own temp and time, there’s buttons for that, too! Not only does it work well for the popular beef sticks for humans but I also dehydrate chicken breast slices for my puppy (treats that I make and KNOW what’s in them—chicken). Buying dehydrated food is expensive, but this makes it cheaper and better for you! It comes with an instruction pamphlet. Full disclosure, the dehydrated chicken breast that I made for my puppy, is delicious (and without any seasoning!!). I’m not sure he likes to share!!

This is an American product and you can't just buy an adapter to use this in the UK. There'll be too much power going through it and it won't work. If you want to give it a punt, you'll also need to get a step down power converter which is hefty and costs half as much as this does.

Llevo más de un año con este producto y funciona a la perfección, no se sobrecalienta y tiene un panel de control muy práctico. El único tema es que las bandejas son algo pequeñas y, al deshidratar carne, los olores se esparcen mucho en el ambiente.

Some of the things i was looking for: - small size - no plastic parts as this thing is exposed to heat It’s a great dehydrator. Easy to use. All the parts are stainless steel minus the fruit roll tray which i do not use. Great size considering it’s all stainless steel parts. It’s about the size of an average microwave. I use it to make homemade dog treats (beef jerky, fish jerky, cookies, etc…) and this thing is perfect. It’s small but mighty, perfect size if you have a small dog

It arrived with a US 110V power plug not a UK 240v 3 pin plug. Its not made clear in the listing unless I missed it. Either way it's completely useless for my requirements. Sent it back straight away

Seca bien la carne después de 14 hrs. Lo malo es que es poco lo que le cabe después de quedar con el antojo.