Elite Gourmet EFD308 Stainless Steel Food Dehydrator
- 4 stainless steel trays, each 9.3 x 7.1 in
- 350 watts on 120 volts
- 158 degrees F listed temperature, adjustable
- Swing-out door with a clear viewing window
- 11.5 x 10 x 8 in (D x W x H), rectangular
- Dishwasher-safe removable trays
Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A tidy box dehydrator with stainless trays and digital time and temperature controls for small snack batches. Tray area is modest, so big jerky or garden harvests take several rounds.
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ASIN: B08BSY4DVHModel: EFD308Category: Dehydrators
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Overview
Small apartment kitchens and crowded counters suit this box-style dehydrator from Elite Gourmet. Food dries on removable stainless steel trays inside a plastic cabinet, with a digital panel for time and temperature and a swing-out door with a window to check progress.
A front door lets you check and rotate food without unstacking trays, and the stainless trays go in the dishwasher. Capacity is the limit, with a handful of small trays, and the listing gives a single temperature figure rather than a full range.
Who it's for
Snack makers who want apple chips, kale chips or dried herbs a few trays at a time will get the most from it. Families processing bulk garden produce will outgrow the tray area quickly.
Pros and cons
- Stainless steel trays, removable and dishwasher safe
- Swing-out door with viewing window
- Digital timer and temperature buttons
- Compact footprint for small counters
- Full temperature range not listed
- Small trays limit batch size
- Plastic housing around the steel trays
Performance notes
Drying speed comes from the heater wattage and the air moving across a few small trays, so thin, even slices dry more evenly than thick cuts. Overloading the trays blocks air and leaves damp spots. The adjustable timer and temperature buttons let you set each batch to the food type.
Specifications
| Brand | Elite Gourmet |
|---|---|
| Model | EFD308 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item dimensions | 11.5 × 10 × 8 inches |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 11.5"D x 10"W x 8"H |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Wattage | 350 watts |
| Temperature Range | 158 °F |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Plastic Housing, Stainless Steel Trays |
| Color | Black |
| Material Features | Food Safe |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Food Dehydrator |
| Other details | |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes, removable trays |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Control type | Digital |
| Door style | Swing-out with clear viewing window |
| Item Highlight | Jerky, Fruit, Herbs, Veggies & Mushrooms, EFD308 |
| Number Of Trays | 4 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Elite Gourmet EFD308 an air fryer or oven?
No. It is a low-heat food dehydrator for drying fruit, vegetables, herbs and jerky, not an appliance for cooking or crisping food. Its listed temperature is 158 degrees F.
How do you check food while the EFD308 is drying?
Through the clear viewing window on the swing-out door, so you can watch progress without opening the unit.
Can I add more trays to the Elite Gourmet EFD308?
The listing only mentions the 4 included trays and offers no extension trays, so plan batches around that capacity.
Does the Elite Gourmet dehydrator come with a warranty?
Warranty terms are not given in the listing, so ask the seller before buying.