Comparisons with stated criteria

Every comparison declares its criteria and its evidence, and is explicit about what we have and haven't tested ourselves.

• machines

  Harvest Right vs. Blue Alpine vs. Stay Fresh: the spec comparison

  The three main US home freeze dryer brands compared on price, capacity, power, pump, and warranty — every figure from manufacturer documentation, with access dates.

• storage

  Mylar bags vs. mason jars vs. PETE: freeze-dried storage compared

  The three legitimate storage systems for freeze-dried food, compared on barrier quality, cost per unit, resealability, and fitness for selling vs. pantry use.