The BEST Dehydrator! Nesco Professional Food and Jerky Dehydrator

[@rebeckagreen2091]

Got this baby off Craigslist for $10 and just dried my first homegrown batch of oregano. Great appliance!

[@solarpony]

Got mine new in box for $12.99 today at thrift!

[@bookmark71]

I noticed on the top of yours the intake vent appears a little dirty. A few minutes ago I took the top off of mine and cleaned out the dust it had accumulated. On the bottom of the lid are 6 screws in an outside ring. If you remove those, the top will come off but the motor will stay attached. Lifting off the top you can wipe off the dust that it draws in. I love mine. I have 11 trays + fruit leather trays and just dehydrated about 40lbs of grapes from our backyard vines. They are amazing! After running the grapes through my Blendtec and drying they aren't even chewy - they dissolve like cotton candy in your mouth. This is really a great purchase for under $70 at Amazon and worth upgrading with more trays if you use it. Every year for Christmas I give family baskets of dehydrated fruit and jerky. It's a more personal gift and they really enjoy it. The only surprise is what the mix will be.

[@helpfulnatural]

I'm so glad to see a review for this Nesco model, so many reviews are for the very expensive Excalibur models. I've had my Nesco FD-60 food dehydrator for 7 or 8 years now and I just love it. It's similar to this one but slightly smaller. I originally bought it to make sweet potato rawhides for my dog which he loves but are rediculously expensive to buy in pet stores for some reason. If you like to grow your own vegetables, herbs & fruits, you need one of these. It's a great alternative to throwing everything in the freezer. And if you like camping, it saves a ton of money when you make your own dehydrated meals that just need water and a little heat to reconstitute them. Dehydrate some spaghetti sauce like you would make fruit roll ups. Then just add it and some water to a saucepan & heat it through. I also love that the fan & motor are in the lid, making clean up a lot easier without all the messy drips getting into it. I'll sometimes use the fruit roll trays on the very bottom of the machine to catch drips from more watery fruits & veggies like tomatoes.

[@BooksbyAFoster]

I just found one at the little Quaterfille Shop near my home. I paid 1.00. I cleaned it up and am trying it tonight. Thank you. I am so thrilled. Thank you... A. Foster,

[@arodsa8882]

This is the only vid i found that explained what the extra plastic trays were for.... 😂 Thx! I'm inexperienced in dehydrating so i had no clue. The manuel didn't even explain them. Again Thx!

[@John-s7s8s]

I got one today for my birthday. Thanks for making this video. I will be looking forward to seeing your demonstration video.

[@MkRainbow1302]

i’m getting this dehydrator next week so i can make food mixes for my pets! so far your the only person i have seen really describe everything!

[@debbieheine536]

Thank you for your video. I've always wanted a dehydrator, so I bought this Nesco Professional a week ago through Amazon, $72 with free shipping. I made dog treats for my Golden Retriever, instead of buying junk for her at the store (one never knows what goes into dog treats). Yesterday, I ordered another one to give my niece, as well as many more trays and screens. Thank you for your review - it was sooooo helpful. Debbie

[@frugalgreengirl]

Your welcome Debbie, I'm glad you found it helpful and are enjoying your new dehydrator!

[@beerbrewer737]

Thanks for an articulate, lucid and well thought out review. Such a rarity nowadays.

[@jameswitte5167]

Just picked up same model in a yard sale for $1 ... Came with 12 trays ... Has a domed solid tray with center vent ... Seems to be a top cover ... No fruit or spice trays tho ... Can't wait to do first batch of onions ...

[@robertdallago]

This is the best review I have seen about the Nesco. I will watch your other videos on how to use it but I think I'm sold!

[@patwagner9308]

Tawny, I've learned that the plastic mesh canvases used for crafts are safe to use for screens when dehydrating. This is a super frugal way to have more screens! A couple of the craft mesh canvases are only around $1. I've watched a couple women on You Tube make them or talk about them....& one of them contacted the company to find out if they are safe for food use. So! there ya go! A couple of the Nesco screens on Amazon are $12. So, talk about a savings by making your own, huh?!

[@thewoodenspoon9679]

I own the same Nesco that you do. I also own a nine tray expensive Excalibur. I prefer the Nesco! It is so much quieter than my Excalibur! The Excalibur vibrates so bad you have to pull the trays out every half hr to the point that you can't close the cover door properly to fit. My Nesco is so quiet I can barely hear it and it does a great job on everything and anything! I rotate trays on both just by choice and I don't mind. Nesco is much more fun!!! I use both but I favor Nesco!

[@serenafanlife4226]

Thank you for you post. It has helped me in deciding.

[@semperfi-1918]

After seeing this video and your comment ... im glad my friend traded me this exact model for a cast iron pan. The pan was not cheap and she had 2 of these and wanted a cast iron pan.. well fair trade in my books.

[@domingue4god]

Look for them at garage sales. I got mine for $10! I love it! People get them as gifts and don’t use them, so they sell them in “new” condition for very low prices at garage sales!

[@OzduSoleilDATA]

Thanks for such a thorough explanation. I'm trying to make beef jerky for the first time and your insight is helpful.

[@jeaniemalone5304]

Very informative video. Quality information. Thank you!☺️ I didn’t know where to start on information to choose a dehydrator. Good to know the plastic is safe. I was thinking I needed an expensive stainless steel one that I cannot afford. About to make beef jerky for my husband for the first time.😁

[@texantom49]

Just bought one at goodwill for making prepper foods for storage hope it works out

[@knothead35]

Can the spice trays be used for smaller diced veggies....like diced onions and peppers?

[@kendallcafritz8828]

Hi, I am wondering i you can do a video or suggest how to plan how many seeds to start indoors and how to plan what seeds to use.

[@gardenoftwitty]

Love the vid. Just got one from flea Market... ?How do you clean the top part where the fan is at?

[@ElaineKJVStudentoftheBible]

Very Nice....I was looking at all the Nesco products because of their sizes, prices, performance and reviews. You just made up my mind. I'm going to make my purchase now.

[@frugalgreengirl]

You won't regret it, I still have the same one and it's still going strong. It's a real work horse.

[@artbykcappadona5166]

I have this dehydrator and I really love it. My sister got it for me and a garage sale. It seemed completely new. I still had jerky packages that someone had never used. I guess the only thing I wish it had was an on off button. It seems odd to just pull the plug out of the wall to shut it off and turn it on. There are times I like to shut it when I’m checking it to see how things are progressing and I have to unplug it to do that.

[@lilygarcia6482]

I just got one on a yard sale too but it didn't work 😭

[@artbykcappadona5166]

@@lilygarcia6482 well keep the trays and get another at a yard sale. Then you will have plenty of trays.

[@GirlCarpenter]

I just got one today with all of the components at a Goodwill outlet. It weighed around 7 pounds so it cost me $12. Yay!

[@rosewood513]

I had this exact model and I loved it, The problems I had were, the mesh allowed corn. peas and carrots fall through. If you buy extra mesh it gets expensive do I make more mesh from plastic mesh canvas. It is easy and cheap. For the price this is great but my heater sort of lost some heat making frying take longer. I bought the Excalibur since the Nesco was just not big enough and it has a timer. I will never through out my nesco because it is still good, Nice video thank you

[@glendafulton]

Im SOLD you gave great info THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH

[@TheRedheadsrus]

Great job. I had an expensive massive one for four days a long time ago and returned it. It was loud and took days not hours to dehydrate things

[@Billbobaker]

i have the older version of this that goes to 155 for jerky but it really is amazing and perfect.

[@GreeneyedTeresa]

was looking at what is the best food dehydrator saw your review and have made my decision on which one to use. It will be this one, thank you for your help.

[@frugalgreengirl]

Glad I was able to be helpful to you, Thanks!

[@kellygirl811]

Great video. Did you happen to make one that shows how to use it?

[@mrbadhabit73]

Been thinking of replacing my rummage sale dehydrator, I know what to replace it with now. Thank you for your review.

[@Sabbathissaturday]

I have this one and I’m using for the first time. It doesn’t fit to the first tray well. Is that normal?

[@blipcat3382]

My Nesco 600 Pro gets used 2 or 3 times a week, jerky , Fruit chips and more.

[@wendydiane1960]

Thank you for this. I have been looking into buying a dehydrator, namely the Excalibur which is SO pricey. I will definitely be buying this one based on your recommendation! Thank you again!

[@leahweinberger583]

I was going to buy the Excalibur and then luckedinto this to from a review of the Excalibur. I bought the nesco. Same features and I keep 100 in M Y pocket

[@sidneydoring2214]

Have you made any other Nesco videos?

[@rebelrouser6678]

Should I keep all the trays in the stack when dehydrating food on one tray ?

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

rebel rouser - I don't have a Nesco , but have 2 Harvest Maid with 8 stacks each . In my opinion , if you are going to use 1 tray , put it in the middle of all trays and get better airflow around it while dehydrating . Am building a third large dehydrator . Using a 150 watt heat lamp and a small low voltage fan from an old computer . It can also be used outside on a sunny day . All the best .

[@rebelrouser6678]

SAR TRACKING thank you! I will try that

[@jessicahilton8745]

? Can I use one tray if I'm not doing a hole lot of food.

[@faizanmckagan2827]

Trully thankful to your review . Superb ill buy it now!

[@MasterKenfucius]

Do you know what is the maximum amount of trays this dehydrator can handle? I know you can buy them separately. I'm just wondering what the maximum would before it's too much for it to handle.

[@nancycoy9510]

Great review explained well!

[@NJHavoc]

Helpful, thank you! Ws looking into the same model

[@NonaMaryGrace1952]

Hello, thank you for this review. I am using my dehydrateor today for the first time. I have the same but I think it is a little older model.💕 NonnaGrace

[@teresacampbell5696]

Should the lid fit securely to the top tray or should there be a small gap for the air to circulate? This is my first dehydrator so I'm not sure??

[@dad2325]

+Teresa Campbell Intake is through the vents in the top part with the heat controls and exits out the bottom. So it is a downward ventilation.

[@lisamadore1152]

Thanks for the heads up on this one im pretty sure I'll be buying it...PS.does it work well on frozen veggies please get back to me..thanks again

[@patwagner9308]

lisa madore I have seen You Tube videos of people dehydrating frozen veg on the Nesco models.

[@kanchanahuja1631]

Have just bought this from amazon and looking at dehydrating vegetable purees and sauces...please could you tell me at what temperature i need to Dehydrate that and how long will it take ...thank you

[@frugalgreengirl]

Hi there, congrats on your purchase! I would set it to 135 degrees and it should take around 10- 15 hours. Good luck and happy dehydrating!

[@angelanelson2619]

Are your electric bills higher usage with this?

[@patwagner9308]

I'm wondering if you could provide a little update on this. It's been 4 years (almost) since you posted this. We have had an American Harvest dehydrator (now owned by Nesco) for about 25 years & like it very much. It's heat & fan are on the bottom. Our first dehydrator was a Ronco which has no temp control & no fan. We sent it back! I'm thinking about getting a new Nesco one but not sure which to get. Some reviewers say the temps aren't accurate. Could you share more about yours & your experiences, please? Thank you!!

[@tawnys340]

Hi Pat! 4 years in and ours still runs like a champ. No issues at all. If mine broke I would absolutely buy the same one again. I cant weigh in on the other one you mentioned since I have never tried it. Hope that was helpful. Thanks!

[@patwagner9308]

Tawny S. Just what I wanted to hear. Ours is made by same company as yours. And you love your model even after quite a few years use. I'm convinced to stick w/ Nesco brand. I think there are advantages to Nesco ones besides lower price. Having an edge ("lip") keeps food from rolling or sliding off. I just dehydrated onions, garlic, sweet potato slices ( for our young female dog , Scout...)...& made beef jerky recently ...much better ( low salt!) than store bought). Always enjoy your videos...like having a little chat w/ a friend. Thank you, Tawny !

[@patwagner9308]

Tawny S oh...one other thing...have you checked the temps to see if they are accurate? I haven't on ours yet ( but will..it's running right now). Several reviewers said temps are off. Ours works well, tho, for being 25 yrs old. I would like one like yours...heat & fan on top is good idea. Hope you are having great summer, Tawny! 😊

[@frugalgreengirl]

You dehydrator adventures sound fun! Thanks for sharing. I have never checked the temp on mine. I don't have a gadget that could do that so I cant, unfortunately. We are having a busy summer but its still been good. Nice getting to catch up with you! Thanks for stopping by!

[@patwagner9308]

Frugalgreengirl My timer has a temp probe on a wire which plugs into the side of the timer...you can set the timer at the temp you want food to reach & the timer will signal when that temp is reached. The probe can be inserted in a turkey (for example)...the timer is magnetic & can be on an appliance. I use it daily ! It counts up or down as well. Handy for so many reasons ! Fun talking w/ you !

[@BlackStar345Rose]

Would u recommend this product as an energy efficient product? I just want to make sure my electric bill doesn't spike up for using this. Thanks

[@frugalgreengirl]

BlackStar345Rose Yes I would. I did not notice a difference in my bill at all when using it.

[@averageguy1261]

Thanks! Great review.

[@ravenblackhawke]

Thank you for this video!

[@MrT8T3R]

Have one, love it

[@marlonbravo4920]

Best temperature for mushroom?

[@bobfortson7304]

Where is the off/on switch? I can't find one on mine. i just plug it in and it starts, pull the plug and it turns off. A switch would help.

[@tatumsfarm]

I have one and there apparently is not an on/off switch. Weird, huh? It works great though and I bought 2 extension trays.

[@64marikus]

what temperature should i dehydrate zucchini chips?

[@ModernPioneers]

I've ordered mine with my birthday money and I'll give you a shout out on my review ;)

[@sherryn39455]

I like mind but had to change out the fuse twice but they are cheap enough

[@janetsprouse2594]

thanks you are a great resource

[@Piecesoftheshadow]

Can you make kale chips with these?

[@patwagner9308]

Listen More I can't imagine why not. 😊

[@DP-ch9jn]

How many watts

[@graceperiod5352]

Just buy the slightly pricey one and enjoy 👍

[@nelidakiss7773]

wonderful video thank u

[@FLaDave351]

Are people doing spaghetti sauce on the fruit roll tray?

[@patwagner9308]

David B yes, they do !

[@ThePhantom577]

has anybody ever tried making black garlic with this?

[@david78212]

I have the Nesco also... I make beef jerky once or twice a month... and occasionally dry some stuff on sale at the super market. The price compared to the Excalibur is a motivation in itself. IF you only use it once in a while, $49 compared to $193 for the CHEAPEST Excalibur model is a big motivation to buying the Nesco. It works fine. IF you do a lot of dehydrating, sure I can see spending 3X the dollars for the Excalibur model, but IF you only plan on a few times a month using it, how does spending 3X a dollar amount make ANY sense what so ever? I live in an apartment, not a farm, so there's not much opportunity to grow my own herbs and spices...or anything else. I've seen the Excalibur, and yeah the controls make you think "oh sure", but unless you plan on a lot of stuff, why would you spend that kind of money? The remarkable thing is, all the prep is the same. So like I said, unless you plan on a lot of dehydrating, why do you NEED the Excalibur? Extra trays and screens aren't that expensive from Nesco, all you can do with the Excalibur is buy another one.

[@MesereteUzondu]

Give Thanks

[@fordman7479]

but no timer

[@patwagner9308]

Fordman 1991 you can get a timer at most stores ...the kind used for making lights come on & go off at set times...might be in electrical department.

[@ladyw605]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@andysheepleton]

You should show yourself in your videos more.. the videos where you are wearing clothes that compliment your face and upper figure the most seem to get the most hits.. I don't think that is a coincidence.

[@wendyc3777]

but its plastic

[@graceperiod5352]

That's a lot work lol

[@michaelelder9821]

thank you....great video