The best dryers for fruits and vegetables: an overview of 18 models

So that you choose for yourself the best model of a dryer for vegetables and fruits, we have selected 18 of the best models with a description, characteristics and prices. The review includes infrared, convective, heating dryers, as well as tablecloth dryers.

Infrared dryers

Such devices guarantee drying with the preservation of all vitamins and minerals, as well as taste and aromatic qualities. Act on the principle of sunlight, directly heating the product itself. The radiation penetrates deep inside, but is absorbed by moisture, completely eliminating the product from it.

They are divided into devices with mechanical control and electronic. The positive sides of such units include an attractive appearance, preservation of the original properties of the product. Among the minuses noted a long process of dehydration and the high cost of devices.

Polaris PFD 150

Compact dryer with mechanical control. Available in white with red elements. Equipped with power indicator and overheat protection. Pallets are made of transparent plastic, which allows you to observe the process. Easy to operate, has just one backlit button.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	300
Number of pallets	5
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	5
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	28/30/28
Weight, kg)	1,87

Advantages:

• overheat protection;
• pallet height adjustment;
• power indicator;
• transparent walls of the body;
• easy to manage;
• powerful.

Disadvantages:

• no temperature controller;
• no countdown timer;
• no display.

Additional Information:

• power button illumination;
• transparent cover.

The cost of the model is about 3 800 p.

Radio plant Summer resident-4

The device from the domestic manufacturer is appreciated for the build quality and wear resistance. Made in the form of a floor installation. Equipped with 4 retractable pallets. Among the minuses are the out-of-date appearance, bulkiness and high cost.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	800
Number of pallets	4
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	4
Body material	metal
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	45/34/59
Weight, kg)	14

Advantages:

• drying temperature adjustment;
• metal pallets;
• power indicator;
• does not absorb odors;
• easy to manage;
• strong;
• drying speed.

Disadvantages:

• uneven drying of the product;
• design.

An overview of the dryer for vegetables and fruits of the Summer resident-4 model can be seen in the video below:

The cost of the model is about 10,000 p.

L’EQUIP IR-D5

Smart, economical, powerful and functional machine with the ability to prepare pastille and yogurt. Pallets are made of high quality metal. Separately note the shape - the dryer is square, which makes it very roomy. Among the shortcomings are high cost.

Specifications	Description
Control	electronic
Power, W)	500
Number of pallets	5
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	5
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	40/46,3/28,2
Weight, kg)	7,7

Advantages:

• display;
• timer;
• power indicator;
• overheat protection;
• silent

Disadvantages: not identified.

Additional Information:

• cooking pastille;
• cooking yogurt;
• crumb tray;
• air filter;
• 2 operating modes: in the shade and in the sun.

A video review of the L’EQUIP IR-D5 vegetable dryer is presented below:

The cost of the model is about 41,500 p.

Universal infrared dryer based on PLEN (length 1 m)

At the heart of this apparatus is a film radiant electric heater (PLEN). Great for drying and curing fruits and vegetables. Also used for heating greenhouses and rooms, drying clothes.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	no more than 150
Number of pallets	—
Drying temperature	50 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	—
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D) (cm)	50/100
Weight, kg)	0,75

Advantages:

• universal;
• weighs a little;
• compact
• economical.

Disadvantages: not identified.

Additional information: can be used in a suspended state (there are special movable suspensions)

The cost of the model is about 1,500 p.

The best convection dryers for fruits and vegetables

In addition to the electric heating element, a fan is provided in such models, which provides convection of warm air masses in the volume necessary for successful drying. Products retain their original taste. The main disadvantage is the high energy consumption and the preservation in the final product of only part of the vitamins.

Smile FD 993

A good model for drying fruits, vegetables, mushrooms and herbs. Provides uniform drying of products. Stylish design made in white. Equipped with overheat protection.

Specifications	Description
Control	electronic
Power, W)	300
Number of pallets	5
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	5
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	26,5/26,5/22
Weight, kg)	1,7

Advantages:

• pallet height adjustment;
• power indicator;
• overheat protection;
• power indication;
• temperature adjustment.

Disadvantages:

• no display;
• there is no way to build up sections.

Additional information: pallets made of transparent plastic.

You can see the review of the Smile FD 993 dryer in the video below:

The cost of the model is about 1,500 p.

Polaris PFD 2005D

The original model with Spin technology, the pallets are folded at one turn of the lid, equipped with a silent lower hair dryer. Roomy and easy to use.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	350
Number of pallets	5
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	5
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	25/23/18
Weight, kg)	1,5

Advantages:

• you can adjust the height of the sections;
• power indication;
• roomy.

Disadvantages:

• no temperature adjustment;
• no display;
• no countdown timer;
• there is no way to build sections;
• short cord.

Additional Information:

• transparent walls of the body;
• rubberized legs;
• accelerated drying mode;
• wire storage compartment.

Below is an overview of the Polaris PFD 2005D dryer:

The cost of the model is about 2,300 p.

Marta MT-1950

Budget compact model. The plastic case practically does not heat up, there are no extraneous odors. Dries the food evenly.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	250
Number of pallets	5
Drying temperature	up to 60 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	5
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	28/31,5/25
Weight, kg)	2,4

Advantages:

• affordable;
• silent
• economical;
• You can adjust the height of the pallets;
• power indicator.

Disadvantages:

• one temperature mode;
• dries for a long time.

The cost of the model is about 2,300 p.

Vitesse VS-502

Electrical appliance with the possibility of making pastille and yogurt. A fairly roomy machine with 8 pallets and a built-in fan.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	250
Number of pallets	8
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	5
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	33,5/33/23,5
Weight, kg)	3,6

Advantages:

• power indication;
• overheat protection;
• height adjustment of the pallet.

Disadvantages:

• no temperature adjustment;
• no display;
• no countdown timer.

Additional Information:

• quiet mode of operation;
• cooking yogurt and pastille.

The cost of the model is about 1,700 p.

Gemlux GL-FD-1235S

Dryer in a stylish black design. Equipped with 12 metal pallets and a transparent swing door.

Specifications	Description
Control	electronic
Power, W)	1 000
Number of pallets	12
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	5
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	41/50/34,5
Weight, kg)	8,5

Advantages:

• drying temperature adjustment;
• display;
• timer;
• power indicator;
• overheat protection.

Disadvantages: expensive.

Additional Information:

• 99 hours timer;
• 2 drying modes.

The cost of the model is about 16,000 p.

Scarlett SC-FD421012

The device with an interesting and stylish design, the case and pallets are made of high-quality plastic.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	250
Number of pallets	7
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	4
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	26/26/35
Weight, kg)	1,8

Advantages:

• drying temperature adjustment;
• comfortable;
• easy to manage;
• power indicator.

Disadvantages:

• long drying process;
• the fan is noisy;
• short distance between pallets.

The cost of the model is about 1,500 p.

Alvin SU-1

Roomy, high-quality and reliable dehydrator. Easy to operate, volume - 60 liters. The ambiguous design is singled out as the main drawback.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	1 200
Number of pallets	8
Drying temperature	up to 80 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	12
Body material	metal
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	48/48/62
Weight, kg)	14

Advantages:

• drying temperature adjustment;
• power indicator;
• overheat protection;
• capacious;
• metal components.

Disadvantages:

• pallets are poorly inserted into the case;
• controversial design;
• noisy;
• high power consumption.

Additional information: you can dry small items of clothing.

An overview of the Alvin SU-1 model dryer in the video below:

The cost of the model is about 7,200 p.

Heating models

The most budget models from the entire rating. They are equipped with a heating element that “dries” the products. Among the main disadvantages, the product loses its taste and aromatic qualities, as well as high energy intensity.

ENDEVER Skyline FD-58

Stylish dryer made in white. Made of high quality plastic, no fan. Appreciated for its high power and uniform airflow.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	350
Number of pallets	5
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	5
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	26/25,2/18,6
Weight, kg)	1,8

Advantages:

• pallet height adjustment;
• power indicator;
• overheat protection.

Disadvantages:

• no display;
• no countdown timer;
• there is no way to build up sections.

Additional information: transparent walls of the housing.

The cost of the model is about 2,100 p.

Dryer Uralsib Dried Fruit

A little bulky budget device that successfully copes with the basic functions. There are 4 metal pallets, the color of the case is green.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	220
Number of pallets	4
Drying temperature	up to 60 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	4
Body material	metal
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	31/31/47
Weight, kg)	5

Advantages:

• inclusion indication;
• build quality.

Disadvantages:

• extraordinary design;
• no display;
• no timer;
• air flow cannot be regulated.

The cost of the model is about 1 800 p.

Electromash Vegetable Dryer (4 pallets)

Another large-sized machine, equipped with 4 pallets, a reliable metal case.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	700
Number of pallets	4
Drying temperature	up to 60 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	4
Body material	metal
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	35/35/35
Weight, kg)	5

Advantages:

• price;
• drying temperature adjustment;
• power indicator;
• height adjustment of the pallet.

Disadvantages:

• big;
• long drying process.

The cost of the model is about 2,000 p.

Veterok-6 (Veterok 2 for 6 pallets)

An electric dryer from a Russian manufacturer, which is characterized by high performance. The effective distribution of warm air flows and the quality of materials are noted.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	600
Number of pallets	6
Drying temperature	up to 70 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	12
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	47,5/40,5/39
Weight, kg)	6

Advantages:

• Temperature regulator;
• thermal switch;
• overheat protection
• silent work;
• corrugated box.

Disadvantages: the lower pan heats up.

The dryer for vegetables and fruits Veterok-2 for 6 pallets in the video review below:

The cost of the model is about 4,450 p.

Tablecloth dryer

A cheap analogue of infrared dryers. The source of infrared waves is mounted in a soft mat. Among the disadvantages are low efficiency and duration of the process.

Katrina Samobranka

A unique dryer that resembles a rug. Compact, when folded takes up little space. Stably keeps temperature, power is only 150 W. It can be used as an additional heat source. Separately, they note a rustic design that not everyone likes.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	150
Number of pallets	—
Drying temperature	up to 40 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	3
Body material	oilcloth + vinyl leather
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	75/50/0,8
Weight, kg)	0,75

Advantages:

• compactness:
• low power consumption;
• convenient in management and storage;
• silent

Disadvantages:

• does not straighten for a long time from a folded state;
• small maximum load.

You can see an overview of the Katrina Samobranka dryer in the following video:

The cost of the model is about 1,100 p.

EcoSapiens ES-78159

Lightweight and comfortable tablecloth dryer with moisture resistant surface. The maximum load is only 2 kg, but this is enough for domestic use. Users note compactness and safety.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	60
Number of pallets	—
Drying temperature	up to 55 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	2
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	50/50/0,8
Weight, kg)	0,5

Advantages:

• drying temperature adjustment;
• overheat protection;
• comfortable;
• easy to clean when dirty.

Disadvantages:

• small capacity;
• long drying process.

The cost of the model is about 1,300 p.

INCOR 50 * 50

Perfect for drying a small volume of products. According to consumers, the most successful model of a tablecloth dryer, as there is a special mesh that prevents food from sticking to the body.

Specifications	Description
Control	mechanical
Power, W)	60
Number of pallets	—
Drying temperature	up to 55 ° C
Maximum load (kg)	2
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (W / D / H) (cm)	50/50/0,8
Weight, kg)	0,5

Advantages:

• power indicator;
• overheat protection;
• not afraid of moisture;
• easy to clean;
• remote control built into the cord.

Disadvantages:

• small capacity;
• long drying process.

The cost of the model is about 1,070 p.

The dryers for fruits and vegetables described above are powerful and high-quality devices that allow you to achieve the desired result in a short time. It is important to determine the basic characteristics of the device before buying. And guided by our review, you can choose a dryer that is optimal for a set of options.