Harvest Right Countertop 360 Review: The New Countertop Freeze Dryer (2026)

The Harvest Right Countertop 360 is Harvest Right's new countertop freeze dryer, a small home freeze dryer built to sit on your kitchen counter. It starts at $1,295 ($1,495 in Stainless Steel), has 4 trays, freeze dries 5–9 lb of fresh food per batch, measures 25.8" W × 17.7" H × 18.5" D, comes in 4 colors and plugs into a standard 110V outlet. Shop the Countertop 360.

For years, the entry point to home freeze drying has been a machine that needs its own spot on the floor or a sturdy cart, plus a separate vacuum pump sitting beside it. The Countertop 360 changes that picture. It is designed to live on a kitchen counter, with the vacuum pump and drain pan enclosed inside the unit, and it comes in colors meant to look at home in a kitchen. This guide covers the verified specs, the four colors, pricing and what is in the box, how it compares to the Small Pro and Medium Pro, and whether it is the right freeze dryer for you.

What is the Harvest Right Countertop 360 countertop freeze dryer?

The Countertop 360 is a 4-tray home freeze dryer from Harvest Right, the best-known maker of home freeze dryers. It uses the same basic process as Harvest Right's larger machines: food is frozen, then a vacuum pulls the frozen water out as vapor, leaving shelf-stable food that keeps its shape, color and much of its flavor. If you are new to the process, our guide on how freeze dryers work explains it step by step.

What sets the Countertop 360 apart is its size and price. It is Harvest Right's most affordable home freeze dryer, and it is built to fit on a counter rather than the floor. Here are the specs Harvest Right has published:

Colors: Stainless Steel, Black, Pale Blue, Sage Green

The Countertop 360 comes in four finishes. All four share the same specs, trays and capacity. Only the exterior and, for Stainless Steel, the price differ.

Stainless Steel

The classic appliance finish. Stainless Steel matches most modern kitchen appliances and is the premium option in the lineup. Price: $1,495, with the Mylar Starter Kit included. Countertop 360 in Stainless Steel.

Black

A clean, understated finish that pairs well with black or dark-toned appliances and fixtures and hides everyday smudges. Price: $1,295, with the Mylar Starter Kit included. Countertop 360 in Black.

Pale Blue

A soft, retro-leaning color for kitchens where the freeze dryer will sit out in plain view and you want it to add some personality. Price: $1,295, with the Mylar Starter Kit included. Countertop 360 in Pale Blue.

Sage Green

A muted green that suits farmhouse, natural-wood and garden-inspired kitchens, and a natural fit for anyone preserving their own harvest. Price: $1,295, with the Mylar Starter Kit included. Countertop 360 in Sage Green.

Price and what's included

At Home Outlet Direct, the Countertop 360 is $1,295 in Black, Pale Blue and Sage Green, and $1,495 in Stainless Steel. Every color is sold as a bundle with a Mylar Starter Kit, so you can package your first batches right away.

Each Countertop 360 bundle includes:

• Countertop 360 freeze dryer with built-in industrial vacuum pump and drain pan
• 4 stainless steel trays
• Freeze drying guide
• 25 Mylar bags
• 25 oxygen absorbers
• Mylar bag sealer
• Countertop oil filter

The Wi-Fi module is sold separately. Because the pump is built in, there is no separate pump to buy or find room for, which keeps the total cost of getting started down.

Countertop 360 vs Harvest Right Small Pro vs Medium Pro: which size?

Harvest Right now offers the Countertop 360 alongside its Pro line. Here is how the sizes compare. Prices on the larger models vary by color and bundle, so see all Harvest Right home freeze dryers for current Home Outlet Direct pricing.

The Countertop 360 and Small Pro both have 4 trays, and the per-batch difference is modest: 5–9 lb versus 6–10 lb. Over a year that adds up to 1,500 lb versus 1,800 lb. The bigger differences are price (the Countertop 360 is Harvest Right's lowest-priced home model) and form factor, since the Countertop 360 is designed for the counter with its pump enclosed.

Who should pick the Countertop 360

• First-time freeze dryers who want to try it without the cost of a larger machine.
• Singles, couples and small families preserving leftovers, snacks and seasonal produce.
• Apartment and small-kitchen owners who don't have floor space for a larger unit and a separate pump.
• Anyone who wants it to look good, thanks to the four color options.

When to size up

• You are feeding a large household or building a long-term food supply.
• You have a big garden and want to process harvests quickly.
• You plan to freeze dry in quantity, for example selling freeze-dried candy. The Medium Pro handles 10–15 lb per batch and up to 3,000 lb a year, and the Large and X-Large go much further.

What can you freeze dry in a small freeze dryer like the Countertop 360?

The Countertop 360 freeze dries the same kinds of food as Harvest Right's bigger machines. It just does less per batch. Popular uses include:

• Meals and leftovers: soups, stews, casseroles, pasta dishes and rice, ready to rehydrate later.
• Fruit: strawberries, bananas, apples, blueberries and peaches make crunchy snacks.
• Garden produce: preserve tomatoes, peppers, corn, green beans and herbs at their peak.
• Candy and treats: freeze-dried candy is a favorite, with taffy and similar sweets puffing up into crunchy treats.
• Meat, dairy and eggs: cooked meats, cheese, yogurt bites and eggs.

With 5–9 lb of fresh food per batch across 358 sq in of tray space, it is best for household-scale freeze drying: a week of leftovers, a picking of berries, or a few trays of snacks at a time.

Setup and maintenance

Setup. The Countertop 360 plugs into a standard 110V household outlet (110VAC, 60Hz, 15A). Give it a sturdy, level counter that can hold the machine, with room around it for airflow. The vacuum pump and drain pan are built in, so there are no external hoses or separate pump to arrange. For a walk-through of a typical cycle, see our step-by-step guide to using a Harvest Right freeze dryer.

Pump maintenance. The built-in industrial vacuum pump uses oil, which Harvest Right recommends changing every 20 to 40 batches. The included countertop oil filter helps you filter and reuse oil between changes.

Everyday care. Wipe down the trays and chamber between batches and empty the enclosed drain pan after defrosting. Store finished food in Mylar bags with oxygen absorbers. The starter kit gets you through your first 25 bags.

Warranty. The Countertop 360 carries a 3-year limited warranty from Harvest Right.

Is it worth it?

For most people who want to freeze dry for their own household, the Countertop 360 is the easiest way into Harvest Right's lineup. It costs less than any other Harvest Right home model, fits on a counter, and handles a solid 5–9 lb per batch.

Pros

• Harvest Right's most affordable home freeze dryer, from $1,295
• Compact countertop design: 25.8" W × 17.7" H × 18.5" D
• Built-in industrial vacuum pump and enclosed drain pan
• Plugs into a standard 110V outlet
• Four colors, including Stainless Steel
• Mylar Starter Kit included at Home Outlet Direct
• 3-year limited warranty

Cons

• Smaller capacity than the Pro models: 5–9 lb per batch and up to 1,500 lb a year
• Still a substantial appliance that needs a sturdy counter
• Wi-Fi module sold separately
• Pump oil needs changing every 20 to 40 batches

FAQs

Is the Harvest Right Countertop 360 worth it?

For most households freeze drying for themselves, yes. It is Harvest Right's most affordable home freeze dryer at $1,295 ($1,495 in Stainless Steel), it handles 5–9 lb of fresh food per batch and up to 1,500 lb a year, and it fits on a counter at 25.8" W × 17.7" H × 18.5" D. It suits singles, couples, small families and first-time buyers. Large families, big gardens and people building long-term food storage are better served by a Medium Pro or larger.

What is the difference between the Countertop 360 and the Small Pro?

Both have 4 trays. The Countertop 360 holds 5–9 lb of fresh food per batch (up to 1,500 lb a year) versus 6–10 lb (up to 1,800 lb a year) for the Small Pro. The Countertop 360 is built for the countertop at 25.8" W × 17.7" H × 18.5" D, with its industrial vacuum pump and drain pan enclosed inside the unit. It also costs less: $1,295 ($1,495 in Stainless Steel) at Home Outlet Direct, the lowest price of any Harvest Right home model.

Should I buy the Countertop 360 or the Medium Pro?

Choose the Countertop 360 if you freeze dry for one to a few people and want a compact, lower-cost machine: 4 trays, 5–9 lb per batch, up to 1,500 lb a year, $1,295. Choose the Medium Pro if you want more capacity per run: 5 trays, 10–15 lb per batch, up to 3,000 lb a year, at a higher price.

What can you freeze dry in the Countertop 360?

The same kinds of foods as larger Harvest Right models: cooked meals and leftovers, fruit and vegetables, garden produce, meats, dairy, desserts and candy. The difference is quantity per batch, which is 5–9 lb of fresh food across 4 trays and 358 sq in of tray space.

How much does the Countertop 360 cost to run?

Harvest Right has not published a wattage or per-batch energy figure for the Countertop 360, so we do not quote one. What is confirmed is that it runs on a standard 110V household outlet (110VAC, 60Hz, 15A). Running costs depend on your local electricity rate. Ongoing supplies are vacuum pump oil, Mylar bags and oxygen absorbers, and a starter set of bags, absorbers and a bag sealer is included with every Countertop 360 from Home Outlet Direct.

What maintenance does the Countertop 360 need?

The main routine task is changing the oil in the built-in industrial vacuum pump every 20 to 40 batches, per Harvest Right. A countertop oil filter is included to help you filter and reuse oil. Keep the trays and chamber clean between batches and empty the enclosed drain pan. The Countertop 360 is covered by a 3-year limited warranty.

Shop the Countertop 360

Ready to start freeze drying? Pick your color and get the Mylar Starter Kit included with every unit. Shop the Countertop 360

• Countertop 360 in Stainless Steel
• Countertop 360 in Black
• Countertop 360 in Pale Blue
• Countertop 360 in Sage Green

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