Passionate food preservation enthusiasts helping Australians master the art of dehydration
BestDehydrator.com.au was born from a shared passion for food preservation and a frustration with the lack of quality, Australia-specific information available online. When our founding team members first started exploring food dehydration back in 2022, we found ourselves wading through countless American websites with products unavailable here, voltage incompatibilities, and advice that simply didn't apply to Australian conditions.
We knew there had to be a better way. As experienced home preservers who had collectively spent years perfecting our jerky recipes, experimenting with fruit leathers, and drying everything from mangoes to mushrooms, we decided to create the resource we wished we'd had when starting out. In 2024, BestDehydrator.com.au officially launched with a simple mission: to be Australia's most trusted, comprehensive resource for food dehydration education.
Unlike generic product listing sites, we approach food dehydration as passionate enthusiasts first and foremost. Every piece of advice on this site comes from real-world experience. We've spent countless hours testing different dehydrator models in Australian conditions, experimenting with drying times across different humidity levels from tropical Queensland to arid South Australia, and developing techniques that work specifically for the produce available at Australian markets and grocers.
Our team understands the unique challenges Australian home preservers face:
We believe in education over salesmanship. While we do participate in affiliate programs to help support our site (clearly disclosed on every page), our primary goal is always to help you succeed with food dehydration. That means providing honest assessments, acknowledging when budget options genuinely perform well, and never recommending products we wouldn't use ourselves.
Every guide on our site is thoroughly researched and tested. When we write about making beef jerky, it's because we've made hundreds of batches ourselves, experimenting with different cuts, marinades, and drying temperatures. When we discuss dehydrator features, it's because we've used those features in real-world situations and can speak to their practical value.
A former food scientist with 15 years in the Australian food industry, Sarah brings rigorous testing methodology and deep knowledge of food safety to every guide we publish. Her specialty is helping beginners understand the science behind successful dehydration.
James has tested over 30 different dehydrator models over the past decade. A self-described "gadget enthusiast," he focuses on helping readers find the perfect balance between features, quality, and value for their specific needs.
With a background in professional cooking and a passion for outdoor adventures, Mike specialises in creating delicious dehydrated recipes—from gourmet jerky marinades to lightweight camping meals that actually taste good.
We're committed to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and helpfulness in everything we publish. If you ever find information that seems outdated or have questions our content doesn't address, we genuinely want to hear from you. Your feedback helps us improve and continue serving the Australian food preservation community.
Thank you for being part of our community. Whether you're a complete beginner just unboxing your first dehydrator or an experienced preserver looking to refine your techniques, we're here to help you create delicious, healthy preserved foods for you and your family.