BESWOOD 10" Electric Deli Meat Slicer, Cheese Food Slicer with Premium Chromium-plated Steel Blade, for Commercial and for Home Use 240W, BESWOOD250

This slicer is amazing! The build quality is solid and the blade is extremely sharp. It cuts frozen meat smoothly and evenly. Easy to clean, quiet, and feels like a professional machine. Perfect for home use — totally worth the investment!

Took a while to get. But worth the wait.. Takes a little while to clean up. Really no different than any other. but cuts like butter. I read tons of reviews from lots of different slicers. The BESWOOD250 seamed to be on the top of the list. Granted I've only sliced a 7lb roast I cooked, ?Had room for much more. and a couple of Turkey breasts too. Quiet, super easy to use. definitely a little heavy and need a place to store it.... I made a place!! I used the old plastic gear ones before... They suck! Hope fully this will last for years. Build wise I think it will. I really don't have anything bad to say about it. ALL GOOD!!

Like one of the other top reviews, I had recently purchased an $80 slicer (mostly plastic) from Bed Bath and Beyond (Cuisinart). I've recently gotten into hot pots and making my own bacon, so I wanted an easy way to slice up all the meat and veggies. While the cheaper one worked OK, the tray was fairly small and the meat kept getting pulled off and into the blade. Overall, it was functional but frustrating. Based on the other review and after looking at all sorts of options, I pulled the trigger on this one. You'll immediately notice the heft of it - probably 30 pounds as compared to the 4 or 5 pounds of the cheaper one. I have used it for one hot pot with some soft to firm veggies in various thicknesses and some super thin sliced meats. I have to admit, it is a huge improvement over the cheaper one. It feels solid and professional quality for a very reasonable price. It is much larger than the other one, so find a place to store it. It made quick work of all veggies that I put it in and will slice meat from paper thin to thicker. It worked great with bacon and I only had to trim a small portion of the meat off before slicing. I'd imagine a 12" version wouldn't require any trimming. Cleaning is actually pretty easy. The carriage comes off with one thumb wheel, as does the blade guard and the sharpening housing. You can then remove the blade with 3 hex bolts and wash all of that stuff in the sink. Wipe down the housing and all surfaces and you are good to go. Maybe 10 minutes maximum. One of the other reviews noted that the housing below where the tray slides was getting dinged up - I see that on mine after a couple uses as well. Just cosmetic but worth noting. Very happy with this so far.

This was my first slicer so I really do not have anything to compare it to except slicing things by hand. When I first unpacked the machine, I was a little intimidated. It is heavy and big; It looked and felt like a commercial machine. The instructions are somewhat skimpy but Youtube had many videos on using a machines such as this and they seem to work the same way. The first thing I sliced was a sirloin roast for french dip sandwiches. A little messy with the juices but the cuts were thin and uniform. I had some difficult sliding the table back and forth (I discovered why later). First time cleaning was a little bit of a challenge to wipe it all clean. The blade itself is not meant to be removed as no special tool came with it and as others have said, it can be dangerous. Three flat head screws hold it on. Getting into all the crevices and getting all the debris out took a while. Next I sliced a turkey breast and some salami but before I began and flipped the machine over and oiled the rod that the table glides on. It had some manufacturing grease on it which I wiped clean and applied the light oil that came with the machine. What a difference compared to the first time. The table glided back and forth with ease! The slices came out beautifully. The machine is able to slice the turkey breast very thinly. I found putting pressure on the cutting stroke then releasing the pressure on the return stroke made the process run smoothly. Clean up was also much easier as much less liquid than the cooked sirloin. Overall I liked the machine. It appears well built with a commercial look and feel to it and expect it to last a very long time. So far it sliced everything with ease (including my thumb while cleaning) and has the ability to make very thin shavings. The price was reasonable and of course free shipping from Amazon. addendum: 12/20/16: I have used this multiple times over the holidays and continue to be very satisfied with this purchase. I have been removing the blade after each use and as other have said it makes cleaning much easier. My best recipe has been buying the vacuum packed sirloin roast from Costco. Salt and pepper like you would a prime rib. Insert your thermometer to monitor internal temp. Cook at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Without opening the door , reduce to 275 to 300 degrees. I pull it out of the oven at 123 degrees and its always a perfect medium. Make your au jus (I just use the envelope mix) and get some hoagie buns and you'll have the best french dip sandwiches at minimal cost. Very easy to prepare!

First this thing is nice and solid and a dream in operation. You get a consistent slice and it can go anywhere from 1/2" to transparent full slice shaved ham. That said there are some safety and usage concerns you should be aware of and the first is both. In order to shave ham I had to turn the dial back below 0 where unintuitively there is another scale in the form of a sort of swoosh that goes from a point and thickens until it hits 0. In fact, for ideally shaved ham I had to turn it back to the lowest setting with the knob turned all the way right. Which is also the safety concern... the instructions and most information I found suggested setting here so you won't get cut but obviously if the knife is still shaving ham at this depth, it can still shave your hand. There is no depth setting that fully retracts the knife so that it can't cut. The other safety concern is the product table, it slides freely and smoothly and there is no lock for it. There is a locking knob but this is actually to hold the product table on the slicer. If you remove it, you further expose that knife and have less compact storage. If you leave it on then were to hold it in the wrong place while moving it then as soon as you tilt it forward gravity is going to bring that table and your hand forward, potentially right into that knife. For these reasons I took two stars off on safety. I also took one off ease of use because 0 should be fully retracted and unable to cut and intuitively should be the beginning of the scale. I took one star off for cleaning. Objectively this slicer is a pain in the butt to clean and you also need to oil that carbon steel knife or it will rust. Manufacturers are responsible for fixing this problem so I'm not giving a pass and enabling continuation of a difficult to clean status quo. I'd have taken a couple stars off if not for the fact that difficult to clean is the current status of all slicers and this one is easier to clean vs many others.

so far so good. setup was easy and it sliced meat super thin and with no effort. it does get a little messy but what slicer don’t. watch youtube videos how to disassemble and reassemble for cleaning. it was pretty easy and quick. first time removing the 3 screws from factory was a little frustrating because they’re on there somewhat tight. i would highly recommend getting knob magnets for the blade. makes it much easier to hold into place when removing or installing it. i purchased Master Magnetics Ceramic Round Base Magnet with Knob Pack - Heavy-Duty Strong Magnets with Knobs for Home and Work - 16 lb Pull Each - Nickel-Plated - 1.43" D - 0.98" H - Chrome - 4-Pack… they worked out great. wife loves the machine and we highly recommend it.

Is it really fair to compare a $100 meat slicer against a $300 one? I worried the Beswood would be ridiculously difficult to clean. When it comes to true value for moderate home use, that’s what it came down to for me. I’ve tested both and can only keep one. Here’s what I’ve learned: INTRODUCTION TO TWO TOP SLICERS Both of these are very popular on Amazon and highly regarded. The Beswood has a smooth 10 inch smooth blade forged in Europe and the Ostba has a 7.5 inch serrated blade. I’m a serious BBQ guy and cook hoping a smaller model would be enough. I want to be able to slice thin and vac seal roast beefs, jerky, hot pot, tri-tips, hams, pork tenderloins, and pork belly. My hope was that the compact Ostba would be time saving to clean vs. the Beswood, and much easier to handle at 10 lbs. vs. 33. SIZE AND WEIGHT As you can see in my photo, the Ostba is compact and easy to handle. Suction cups are supposed to keep its light weight firmly planted on the counter. The Beswood is truly a heavy “Big Bertha” but weighs less than many comparable 10 inch models. I have average arm strength and can lift and carry without issue. TESTING THE BESWOOD Slicing was an absolute dream with the Beswood. Like buttah! I have read this slicer is the equal of a 13 inch Hobart deli slicer, just sized down for smaller businesses, or home use. I realized right away the heavier weight is an asset, not liability. It stays planted on the counter, has a huge tray table to hold the meat, and spikey grabbers to grab it as you slice. The slice dial is in millimeters and I found that 2mm was perfect for ham. See the photo. If you like it ultra thin, or what they call in Pittsburgh “Chip Chop Ham” the slicer complies like an absolute pro. TESTING THE OSTBA I first bought the Ostba. Slicing is adequate. It does slice thin yet the slice thickness wheel is a bit of a guestimate. It gets the job done and I bought it because its 200 watt motor can power through meats more effectively than pretty much all other small 7.5 inch models. The motor is loud but not unexpected. Slicing action is not smooth, but not unreasonable. Even with the powerful motor, you have to muscle a bit through the meat. Unfortunately, our kitchen counters are textured and the suction cups don’t stick. This forced me to grab onto the Ostba with some force so it wouldn’t slide on the counter as I sliced. I worry this can create a safety issue because my attention on the blade and the slicing might get even slightly distracted. This should be a rare issue for others. The Ostba sticks to smooth surfaces well. BESWOOD CLEANING NIGHTMARE? TIPS: I worried the Beswood would be a 30 minute cleaning headache and worried it would have to be disassembled to reach the blade. Some reviews are negative on the Beswood when it comes to cleaning convenience. (Allen wrench every time? No thanks!) In truth, it’s quite easy so let me explain the process: Unscrew the large knob to release the tray table. This cleans right up in a couple of minutes in the sink. See my photo of two easily found ideal cleaning and sterilizing solutions. The rest of the unit is cleaned in place: Unplug. Unscrew the knob holding the built in sharpener at the top of the unit. If there is any gunk inside carefully wipe it out and rinse it. Do not submerge in water however. It’s not hard to clean and takes just a minute. Unscrew the large knob holding in the blade guard, first making sure the slice thickness knob is set to zero. After unscrewing, give a poke forward, and the blade guard will drop into your hand. Again, it cleans up in just a minute at the sink. If it’s greasy, use a non-toxic grease removing cleanser. Simple Green mixed 1:10 is ideal, or stronger if you are working with pork belly. At this point, the blade will spin freely and you can spray with Simple Green, or skip this step and use a food-safe cleaner and sterilizer. “Lysol Daily Cleanser Free From” is new on the market and contains hypoclorous—many pro kitchens use this chemical to sterilize. You can spray, clean, and wipe, or to sterilize, spray, clean, and spray again, leaving the Lysol Free on until it dries. This chemical is very safe and also used for sprays to sterilize kids toys. Having a small brush to get into nooks and crannies helps. The one supplied with the Beswood is barely adequate. I used a nail brush and it had much more precision. I also use a green scrubby pad carefully around the blade edge. The whole job can be done comfortably in just 20 minutes, perhaps 25 after slicing more than 30 lbs of fattier meats. The best news? The blade does not need to be removed! Whew! GLOVE SAFETY AND CLEANUP TIP Speaking of careful: you must wear cut resistant gloves when slicing and cleaning. I learned a trick to keep them clean. Put on the cut resistant gloves and then place a tightly fitting disposable rubber nitrile glove over it when you work. OSTBA CLEANING The Ostba has a bar that can be opened up, easily accessing the blade. Its tray table does not screw in so that is easy to clean as well. Use the solutions I recommend above to complete the job in no more than 15 minutes. However, the 5 minutes saved cleaning the Ostba is not truly gained versus the Beswood. The Beswood is so much smoother and easier to use that it saves time and effort during the slicing process. WHICH TO BUY? These slicers should last 10-15 years with reasonable care. The serrated blade of the Ostba is adequate for meat but once you’ve tried the Beswood, there is no going back. Yet, it’s almost three times the price and needs a large dedicated storage spot. If you can afford the Beswood, or its identical 9” model for $20 less, it is a dream slicer to use. If not, most occasional home users will find the Ostba plenty good enough. The Beswood is money extremely well spent.

I got this primarily for slicing home made bacon but have used it for many other things. Sliced deli meats and cheeses as well. It works well and is quiet compared to the other one I bought and sent back because of the noise and less than acceptable cuts. There is no comparison between this one and the $80 ones you see all over the place. I didn't want to spend the $ but I'm glad I did because of the build quality and ruggedness. You can slice through product quickly once you get the hang of it. Most important, be careful of the blade when cleaning. Use more than extreme caution because it is really razor sharp. Cut proof gloves highly recommended when cleaning. The clean up and disassembly isn't terrible and once you do it a few times it goes pretty quick. Just be careful of the blade. The blade has three hex screws that hold it in place and I strongly suggest you get a 3.5mm t handle hex wrench to remove the blade. The wrench that comes with it is just an L wrench and you could slip because there is no leverage. In summation, not a bad appliance so far and hope to get years of service out of it. Btw, it is a heavy machine and you will need some muscle to move it but I would expect that on something built at this level. Very sturdy.