The size is a plus for me because I have very limited space. You can't do 5 trays of kale because there isn't enough space inbetween the trays so had to take one out! If you want to do even an average voulme of food to store this definitely isn't for you. But on the plus front, it's great in a small space, it's Very quiet, it's easy to clean, so far it is functioning well and it is a terrific price.