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Cosori Stainless Steel Dehydrator vs Magic Mill 7 Tray Pro Food Dehydrator

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Magic Mill 7 Tray Pro Food Dehydrator comes out ahead by a clear margin (3.9 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about precision dehydrators — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #4 in Best Food Dehydrators

Cosori Stainless Steel Dehydrator

3.9

$143.99as of Jul 5

The Cosori Stainless Steel Dehydrator offers reliable food drying performance with even heat distribution and fast drying times. Reviewers praised its quiet operation at 46.1 dB and stainless steel trays that clean easily in the dishwasher. However, users noted that the unit includes insufficient mesh sheets and that stainless steel trays can be sticky. The dehydrator features a 600-watt motor, 6-tray capacity with 936 sq. in. total drying space, and automatic shut-off functionality. It's well-suited for beginners and home users seeking a value-priced alternative to higher-end models like Excalibur, though some users recommend purchasing additional mesh sheets for optimal performance.

Strengths

— Dries food evenly from top to bottom with no need to rotate trays
— Dries food fast with 600 watts of power and consistent temperature maintenance
— Quiet operation at 46.1 dB, suitable for kitchen use

Watch-outs

— Unit comes with only 1 mesh dehydrator sheet that is too small and rigid
— Stainless steel trays can be sticky and hard to clean with moisture-laden foods

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Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Food Dehydrators

Magic Mill 7 Tray Pro Food Dehydrator

4.5

$159.99as of Jul 5

The Magic Mill 7 Tray Pro Food Dehydrator earned high marks for its consistent performance and user-friendly design. TechGearLab praised its accurate digital temperature control and durable metal trays that make cleaning easy. The dehydrator produced professional-quality jerky, fruit leather, and herbs with even heating. However, reviewers noted that temperature accuracy drops at higher settings and that temperature controls only increment in 10-minute intervals. This dehydrator suits both casual users and frequent dehydrators looking for reliable, easy-to-clean performance.

Strengths

— Metal trays that release food easily and are durable
— Digital interface with precise temperature control
— Consistent heat distribution for professional-quality results

Watch-outs

— Temperature settings inaccurate at high heat (165°F shows as 155°F)
— Temperature settings only in 10-minute increments

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How they stack up

Cosori Stainless Steel Dehydrator

Unlike the Cosori Pioneer 5-Tray model, the Cosori Stainless Steel Dehydrator offers dishwasher-safe stainless steel trays that fit flat in the sink, making cleaning more convenient. However, it shares the same issue of insufficient mesh sheets and lacks the Pioneer's slightly better temperature variance control. Compared to the Magic Mill 7 Tray Pro, it has fewer trays and less precise temperature controls, though it does offer quieter operation.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Cosori Stainless Steel Dehydrator	Magic Mill 7 Tray Pro Food Dehydrator
Tray Count	6	7
Tray Material	stainless steel wire trays	Metal
Drying Space	936 sq. in.	over 6.5 square feet
Temperature Range	95°F to 165°F	95°F to 167°F
Wattage	600 watts	600
Dimensions	17.8" x 13.4" x 12.4"	17 3/4 x 13 1/2 x 12 1/4

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