The 9-Tray is the long-running classic; the 10-Tray Performance Digital is the stainless, programmable upgrade.
Side by side
| Excalibur 9-Tray | Excalibur 10-Tray Digital | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $279.99 list | $499.99 list |
| Trays | 9 plastic, 15 × 15 in | 10 stainless steel |
| Drying area | 15 sq ft | 16 sq ft |
| Temperature | 105–165°F | 85–165°F |
| Timer | 26 hr | 80 hr |
| Warranty | 10 years (limited) | 3 years (limited) |
What the upgrade buys
Stainless trays, an extra square foot, an 85°F minimum for herbs, two-phase drying, an 80-hour timer and a glass window. What it costs: $220 more and seven fewer years of warranty.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Excalibur 9-Tray if
You want maximum value and a 10-year limited warranty.
Choose the Excalibur 10-Tray Digital if
You want stainless trays, low settings and two-phase drying.
Questions
Which is better for herbs?
The 10-Tray: it goes to 85°F, while the 9-Tray starts at 105°F.
