Best Dehydrator Trays, Mesh Sheets and Liners

The best dehydrator trays and liners include the Lova 14 x 14 in Silicone Sheets for filling every tray at once, the Kispog Excalibur 14 x 14 in Sheets for Excalibur trays, and the Kispog 12 x 13 in Mesh Liners for small fruit on 12 x 13 in trays.

On this page (15 sections)

1. The 7 best dehydrator trays and liners in detail
2. Sheet sizes and counts side by side
3. How we picked these 7
4. Can one liner size fit round and square trays?
5. Mesh or solid liner: which one for your food?
6. Fruit leather needs a solid surface
7. Which liner works best for jerky strips?
8. How many sheets does a full load need?
9. Which set fits which dehydrator?
10. Can you use these sheets in an oven or air fryer?
11. Fit checklist before you order
12. What a liner can't change about drying
13. How to care for silicone sheets between batches
14. Herb drying on mesh: what to check first
15. Which dehydrator tray or liner to buy

The best dehydrator trays for most people are silicone sheets cut to the tray you already own. The Lova 12-pack, the Kispog Excalibur 10-pack and the Kispog 12 x 13 in 6-pack score highest for fit and fine mesh.

This roundup covers seven mesh sheets, mats and liners for home dehydrators. Our food dehydrators for jerky guide covers the machines these sheets go into.

Fit comes first, since a liner that doesn't match your tray leaves gaps or has to be cut down. We compared sizes, pack counts, materials and the machines each set says it fits.

Our picks at a glance

1. 1
   Best for filling every tray at once

   Lova 14 x 14 in Silicone Sheets, 12-Pack

   8.9/10 our score

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2. 2
   Best for Excalibur trays

   Kispog Excalibur 14 x 14 in Sheets, 10-Pack

   8.7/10 our score

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3. 3
   Best for small fruit on 12 x 13 in trays

   Kispog 12 x 13 in Mesh Liners, 6-Pack

   8.6/10 our score

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4. 4

   Aulock Silicone Mats and Mesh Sheets, 10-Pack

   Best for mixing liquids and solids
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5. 5

   GUCUJI Round Sheets for Cosori CFD-N051-W, 5-Pack

   Best for a Cosori CFD-N051-W dehydrator
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6. 6

   GUCUJI Sheets for Magic Mill, 5-Pack

   Best for a Magic Mill dehydrator
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7. 7

   Cercker 9.45 in Silicone Trays and Mesh Mats, 8-Pack

   Best for yogurt and jam
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The 7 best dehydrator trays and liners in detail

The Lova scores highest because its 14 x 14 in sheets cover a full set of trays and trim to fit most round and square trays. The Cercker scores lowest because its 9.45 in size fits fewer trays and needs a stainless steel tray underneath.

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Lova 14 x 14 in Silicone Sheets, 12-Pack

Best for filling every tray at once

8.9/10Our score

• 14 x 14 in, trims to fit
• Fine mesh for small pieces
• BPA-free and PFOA-free silicone
• Cleans with soap or the top rack

Twelve 14 x 14 in sheets cover a full set of trays. Lova says they fit most standard round and square trays.

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Pros

• Enough sheets for a full load
• Trims to fit round or square trays
• Fine mesh holds small pieces

Cons

• Mesh is for solid food, so purees and yogurt need a solid liner
• Trays smaller than 14 in need trimming, so measure first

Lova sells 12 sheets, so you can line every rack in one batch instead of moving a few liners from shelf to shelf. Each one is 14 x 14 in, and Lova says it fits most standard round and square trays.

The sheets trim with household scissors, which helps when your tray is smaller than 14 inches. Lova says the fine mesh holds berries, sliced herbs and thin jerky strips while hot air still moves through it.

It suits a home cook with a full set of trays who wants one size for jerky, fruit and herbs. The caution is the mesh, since Lova says it's made for solid foods, so purees and yogurt need a solid liner instead.

Measure your tray before you order, because a sheet that is too big has to be cut down to fit.

2

Kispog Excalibur 14 x 14 in Sheets, 10-Pack

Best for Excalibur trays

8.7/10Our score

• 14 x 14 in, pre-cut for Excalibur
• 1 mm mesh for small fruit and herbs
• BPA-free and PFOA-free silicone
• Dishwasher safe

Ten 14 x 14 in sheets, pre-cut for Excalibur machines. Kispog says they trim to fit round or square trays from Cosori, Nesco and Magic Mill.

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Pros

• Pre-cut for Excalibur trays
• 1 mm mesh keeps tiny berries and herbs on the rack
• Dishwasher safe

Cons

• Kispog says the sheets are not for ovens
• The sealed bag can't be reclosed once opened

Kispog pre-cuts these 14 x 14 in sheets for Excalibur machines, so they go into an Excalibur tray as cut. The 1 mm mesh is the feature to look at, since Kispog says it keeps tiny berries, sliced herbs and seeds on the rack while air still moves.

Kispog also says the sheets trim with household scissors to fit round or square trays from Cosori, Nesco and Magic Mill. That makes the ten-pack useful if you own more than one brand.

It suits an Excalibur owner who dries small fruit or herbs and wants a liner that fits the first time. If you're still choosing a machine, see our Excalibur dehydrator models guide for the Select and Performance lines.

The sealed bag is the other caution. Once you open it, the bag can't be reclosed, and Kispog says the sheets are not suitable for ovens.

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Kispog 12 x 13 in Mesh Liners, 6-Pack

Best for small fruit on 12 x 13 in trays

8.6/10Our score

• 12 x 13 in, six sheets
• Fine mesh for small fruit
• Named for the Cosori CP267-FD
• Warm soapy water or dishwasher

Six 12 x 13 in mesh sheets for trays that size. Kispog names the Cosori CP267-FD and several Magic Mill models among the machines they suit.

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Pros

• Fine mesh closes the gap for small fruit
• Sized for 12 x 13 in trays
• Dishwasher suitable, per Kispog

Cons

• Six sheets may not cover a full load in a larger machine
• Only suits trays that measure 12 x 13 in

These six sheets measure 12 x 13 in, which is the size of the trays they are built for. Kispog names the Cosori CP267-FD, the model number of the Cosori 6-tray, along with several Magic Mill models.

The fine mesh is the main reason to buy them. Kispog says the gap between standard trays is too large for small dried fruit, and the mesh closes that gap.

It suits a cook who dries small fruit on a 12 x 13 in tray and wants a liner cut to fit. Measure your tray first, because a tray that isn't 12 x 13 in won't take these sheets.

Six sheets also cover only six trays, so a larger machine will need another pack for a full load. Kispog says to wash them in warm soapy water or put them in the dishwasher, then dry them to reuse.

4

Aulock Silicone Mats and Mesh Sheets, 10-Pack

Best for mixing liquids and solids

8.4/10Our score

• 4 raised-lip mats and 6 grid sheets
• 10.6 x 11.8 in
• Fits metal trays of 12 x 13 in or larger
• Aulock says it handles -40 to 446°F

Four raised-lip mats hold liquids, and six grid sheets hold solid pieces. Aulock says the set suits metal trays of 12 x 13 in or larger.

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Pros

• Lip and grid styles in one set
• Aulock says it works in dehydrators and ovens
• Fits metal trays of 12 x 13 in or larger

Cons

• Silicone is soft, so Aulock says to set it on a hard tray
• The metal tray can't be smaller than the mat

Aulock's set is the one here that mixes two styles. Four mats have a raised lip, and six grid sheets handle solid pieces.

Aulock says the set makes dried fruit, vegetables, meat and other liquid foods without spilling. It also says the set suits fruit rolls, biscuits and jerky.

The mats measure 10.6 x 11.8 in, and Aulock says the set suits metal trays of 12 x 13 in or larger. A metal tray smaller than the mat won't work, so measure yours before you buy.

It suits a cook who wants both a lip and a grid in one box. Aulock says the silicone works in dehydrators and ovens, so you can use it in more than one appliance.

The caution is firmness. Aulock says the silicone is too soft to use alone, so put it on a hard tray before you load food.

5

GUCUJI Round Sheets for Cosori CFD-N051-W, 5-Pack

Best for a Cosori CFD-N051-W dehydrator

8.1/10Our score

• Round sheets, pack of 5
• 1 x 1 mm mesh holes
• Sized for the Cosori CFD-N051-W
• Food-grade silicone

Five round sheets sized for the Cosori CFD-N051-W, with a 1 x 1 mm mesh. GUCUJI says the silicone holds from -40°F to 428°F.

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Pros

• Sized for one named Cosori model
• Fine 1 x 1 mm mesh
• Rinses clean with warm soapy water

Cons

• GUCUJI says the mesh is not for fruit leather
• Sized only for the named model, so check yours before you order

GUCUJI makes these round sheets for the Cosori CFD-N051-W, and it says they are perfectly sized for that model. That model is Cosori's 5-tray BPA-free plastic dehydrator, with round trays that Cosori gives as 12.2 in across on the outside.

The pack has five sheets with a 1 x 1 mm mesh. GUCUJI says the holes let air move across the food and let liquid drain, and that food lifts off without sticking.

It suits a CFD-N051-W owner who wants sheets made for that model, and GUCUJI says they work for fruit, vegetables, herbs and jerky. The caution is the model, so check your model number before you order.

GUCUJI also says the mesh is not for fruit leather. Its care advice is a rinse in warm soapy water or a wipe.

6

GUCUJI Sheets for Magic Mill, 5-Pack

Best for a Magic Mill dehydrator

8.0/10Our score

• Pack of 5 sheets
• 1 x 1 mm mesh holes
• Sized for Magic Mill dehydrators
• Food-grade silicone

Five mesh sheets sized for Magic Mill dehydrators. GUCUJI says the silicone holds from -40°F to 428°F.

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Pros

• Fine 1 x 1 mm mesh
• Sized for Magic Mill, per GUCUJI
• Rinses clean with warm soapy water

Cons

• Five sheets may not cover a 7- or 10-tray Magic Mill
• GUCUJI doesn't name the Magic Mill model, so confirm the fit first

GUCUJI makes this five-pack for Magic Mill dehydrators, and it says the sheets fit the tray. The mesh is the same 1 x 1 mm style as its Cosori set.

GUCUJI says the mesh lets hot air circulate, keeps small berries from falling through and lets liquid drain. It also says the silicone holds from -40°F to 428°F.

It suits a Magic Mill owner who dries fruit, herbs or jerky and wants a fine mesh for the trays. GUCUJI says food stays intact and doesn't stick, so the sheets lift off cleanly.

The cautions are count and fit. Five sheets may not cover a 7- or 10-tray Magic Mill, and GUCUJI doesn't name the model, so check your tray size first.

7

Cercker 9.45 in Silicone Trays and Mesh Mats, 8-Pack

Best for yogurt and jam

7.7/10Our score

• 4 edged trays for liquids
• 4 mesh mats for solids
• 9.45 x 9.45 in
• 100% BPA-free silicone

Four edged trays for liquids and four mesh mats for solids in a 9.45 in square. Cercker says the set suits its own dehydrators and any dehydrator of the same size.

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Pros

• Two styles in one set
• Raised 0.35 in edge holds liquids
• Can be cut to other sizes

Cons

• Cercker says to use it with stainless steel trays, since pure silicone is soft
• The 9.45 in size fits fewer trays than the 12 x 13 in and 14 x 14 in sheets

Cercker's set gives you two styles in one box. Four sheets have a raised edge for liquids such as yogurt and fruit jam, and four mesh mats handle solid food.

The 9.45 in square is the smallest stated size in this roundup. Cercker says the mats suit its own dehydrators and any dehydrator of the same size, and they can be cut to other sizes.

It suits a cook who makes yogurt, jam or fruit leather and wants a raised edge to keep liquid in. Cercker says the silicone is 100% BPA-free, and that the sets can be washed at the sink or in the dishwasher.

The caution is the tray underneath. Cercker says pure silicone is soft, so it needs a stainless steel tray, and a 9.45 in mat leaves gaps on a bigger rack.

For a closer fit on a larger tray, the 12 x 13 in and 14 x 14 in sheets in this roundup are better matches.

Sheet sizes and counts side by side

Sheet size is the first number to check, since the 14 x 14 in sheets and the 9.45 in mat are built for different trays. Count matters too, because a pack of six covers less of a rack than a pack of twelve.

How we picked these 7

We compared specs, features and the machines each set says it fits. Our score weighs specs, features and buyer feedback against what you're shopping for.

For accessories, fit carries the most weight, followed by pack count and material. A set that covers more trays and names the machine it suits scores above a set that only fits one tray size.

Can one liner size fit round and square trays?

Often yes, if the sheet is bigger than the tray and you trim it to match. Lova and Kispog both say their 14 x 14 in sheets trim with household scissors.

Measure your dehydrator trays before you trim

Measure the inside of your tray at its widest point, then cut the sheet a little smaller so it sits flat. Cosori gives the round trays on its CFD-N051-W as 12.2 in on the outside and 11.6 in on the inside, which is the kind of figure to look up for your own machine.

Mesh or solid liner: which one for your food?

Mesh suits solid pieces such as berries, herbs and jerky strips. A solid liner with a raised edge suits liquids such as yogurt and jam, so match the liner to the food you dry most often.

Mesh for berries, herbs and strips

Fine mesh keeps small pieces from falling between the tray bars. Kispog says its 1 mm mesh does that for tiny berries and sliced herbs, and our how long to dehydrate fruit guide explains how thin slices dry.

Raised edges for yogurt and jam

The Cercker and Aulock sets have a raised edge that holds liquid on the sheet. Those are the only two sets here with a raised edge, so pick one of them for liquid foods.

Fruit leather needs a solid surface

Fruit leather and purees need a solid sheet or edged mat, since mesh lets thin mixes slip through. Lova and GUCUJI both warn against mesh for these jobs, so keep the mesh sheets for solid pieces.

Read the use note on each set before you make a fruit leather batch. The Cercker and Aulock mats are the two sets here made with a lip for wet mixes.

Which liner works best for jerky strips?

Jerky strips do best on a mesh or grid that holds the meat without sticking. Lova, Kispog and GUCUJI all describe their sheets as non-stick, and Aulock lists jerky among the foods its set suits.

Thin strips and mesh

Lova says its mesh holds thin jerky strips, and GUCUJI says food lifts off intact. Lay strips in a single layer so they don't overlap on the sheet.

How many sheets does a full load need?

Count one sheet per tray, then check the pack size against that number. The 10-piece Kispog and Aulock sets cover more trays than the 5-piece GUCUJI sets do.

Count sheets against trays

Write down the number of trays in your dehydrator before you order. A pack that's one sheet short leaves a tray bare on a full batch.

• 5 trays: a GUCUJI 5-pack matches the count, as long as it's the model it names.
• 6 trays: the Kispog 6-pack matches if your trays are 12 x 13 in, and the Lova 12-pack gives you a second full set.
• 10 trays: the Kispog 10-pack matches a 10-tray Excalibur one for one.
• 12 trays: the Lova 12-pack is the only set here that covers a full 12.

The Aulock set has 6 grid sheets and 4 lip mats, so it covers 10 trays only if you want that mix.

Which set fits which dehydrator?

Match the sheet to the tray before you match the brand. Each set below names the machines or sizes it was made for.

• Excalibur: the Kispog 14 x 14 in 10-pack, which is pre-cut for Excalibur.
• Cosori CP267-FD (6-tray): the Kispog 12 x 13 in 6-pack.
• Cosori CFD-N051-W (5-tray plastic): the GUCUJI round 5-pack. Our stainless steel vs plastic tray dehydrators comparison covers that machine.
• Magic Mill: the GUCUJI 5-pack, or the Kispog 12 x 13 in set for the Magic Mill models it names.
• Any 12 x 13 in or larger metal tray: the Aulock 10-piece set.
• A smaller rack: the Cercker 9.45 in set.

Can you use these sheets in an oven or air fryer?

Only some of them. Aulock says its set works in dehydrators and ovens, while Kispog says its sheets are not suitable for ovens.

Kispog says its sheets also work in air fryers, and GUCUJI says its Cosori set suits dehydrators and freeze dryers. Check the use note before you take any set out of the dehydrator.

What the temperature ratings mean

Aulock says its set handles -40 to 446°F, and GUCUJI says its sheets hold from -40°F to 428°F. Those are limits for the silicone, not drying temperatures, so your dehydrator's manual still sets the heat.

Fit checklist before you order

Measure the inside of one tray, check the model, and count your trays before you buy. A liner that fits all three checks will sit flat and cover the rack.

• Measure the inside width and depth of one tray.
• Check the model number on your dehydrator against the sheet's named model.
• Count your trays and match the pack size to that number.
• Check the care notes for dishwasher or hand-wash guidance.

What a liner can't change about drying

A liner changes the surface your food sits on, not the heat your machine makes. Your dehydrator's manual still sets the temperature, and the National Center for Home Food Preservation publishes drying charts and food-safe handling notes.

Jerky needs the pre-heat step

For beef jerky, the USDA's jerky guidance asks you to heat meat to 160°F before the drying step, checked with a food thermometer. A liner doesn't replace that step, so read our best dehydrators for jerky guide before you dry meat.

How to care for silicone sheets between batches

Warm soapy water works for every set here, and several sets can go in the dishwasher. Lova says to use the top rack, and Lova also says its sheets are reusable across hundreds of batches.

Dishwasher and hand-wash care

Kispog says its 10-pack is fully dishwasher safe, and Cercker says its sets can go in the dishwasher too. GUCUJI says to rinse with warm soapy water, and it says its sheets last over 5,000 uses.

Check the care notes on the other sets before you use the dishwasher.

Herb drying on mesh: what to check first

Herbs dry more evenly when you spread them in a single layer, since leaves that clump together dry unevenly. The only mesh sizes stated here are the 1 mm weave on the Kispog 10-pack and the 1 x 1 mm holes on the GUCUJI sets.

Fine mesh for sliced herbs

Fine mesh keeps sliced herbs from dropping between the bars. For exact steps and doneness cues, see our how to dehydrate herbs guide.

Which dehydrator tray or liner to buy

Pick the liner whose size matches your tray first, then choose mesh or a raised edge for your food. Here's how the seven split up.

• Pick the Lova if you want one 14 x 14 in size that covers a full load of trays.
• Pick the Kispog Excalibur set if you own an Excalibur and want sheets cut for it.
• Pick the Kispog 12 x 13 in set if your trays measure 12 x 13 in and small fruit falls through.
• Pick the Aulock set if you want a lip for liquids and grid sheets for solids in one box.
• Pick a GUCUJI set if you own the named Cosori CFD-N051-W or a Magic Mill.
• Pick the Cercker set if you make yogurt or jam and have a stainless steel tray to set it on.

Next, match your machine with our best food dehydrators for herbs and garden produce guide, or see the Cosori 6-tray review if that's the machine you own. For more in this area, visit the brands and accessories section.

Our top 3 picks at a glance

1. 1
   Best for filling every tray at once

   Lova 14 x 14 in Silicone Sheets, 12-Pack

   8.9/10 our score

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2. 2
   Best for Excalibur trays

   Kispog Excalibur 14 x 14 in Sheets, 10-Pack

   8.7/10 our score

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3. 3
   Best for small fruit on 12 x 13 in trays

   Kispog 12 x 13 in Mesh Liners, 6-Pack

   8.6/10 our score

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Frequently asked questions

What size liner fits a dehydrator tray?

Measure the inside of your tray, then pick a sheet that matches it or can be trimmed to match. Lova and Kispog sheets are 14 x 14 in and trim with household scissors, while the 12 x 13 in and 9.45 in sizes suit smaller trays, so check the size before you order.

Should you use mesh or a solid liner for dehydrating?

Use mesh for solid pieces such as berries, herbs and jerky strips, since the food stays on the rack. Use a solid liner or an edged mat for liquids and fruit leather, because Lova says mesh isn't meant for purees or yogurt and GUCUJI says its mesh isn't for fruit leather.

Can you put dehydrator liners in the dishwasher?

Some of these sets can go in the dishwasher: Kispog says its 10-pack is fully dishwasher safe, Cercker says its sets can go in, and Lova says to use the top rack. For the rest, check the care notes first, and dry each sheet fully before you reuse it.

Do silicone liners change how a dehydrator dries food?

A liner changes the surface your food sits on, not the heat your machine makes. Kispog says its 12 x 13 in mesh won't damage the original airflow or add drying time, and your dehydrator's manual still sets the temperature, with USDA guidance applying to beef jerky.