The Stromberg's 14.5 Gal Scalder is the better poultry plucker overall, rated 3.0 to 2.7. The Stromberg's 14.5 Gal Scalder leads on features. The Roots & Harvest 13 Gal Scalder costs $100.28 less ($499.71 vs $599.99).
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A stainless 14.5-gallon scalder with a basket, drain and lid included, for one or two chickens at a time. Buy it from Stromberg’s or Mann Lake, not the pricier Amazon listing.
Amazon $599.99A double-wall stainless 13-gallon scalder with a wide thermostat range and a drain spigot, for one or two chickens at a time.
Amazon $499.71Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every scalders poultry plucker; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Stromberg's 14.5 Gal Scalder | Roots & Harvest 13 Gal Scalder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 27 $41.38 per gallon ($599.99, 14.5 gal) | 32 $38.44 per gallon ($499.71, 13 gal) |
| Batch capacity 25% | 29 14.5 gal of water | 25 13 gal of water |
| Power 20% | 50 heater power not published (neutral score used) | 23 115 W per gallon (1,500 W element) |
| Features 20% | 100 temperature control, reaches 180 F for shrink bags, dunker or basket, drain valve, lid | 65 temperature control, reaches 180 F for shrink bags, drain valve |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 33 1 year warranty |
| Stromberg's 14.5 Gal Scalder | Roots & Harvest 13 Gal Scalder | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Scalder | Scalder |
| Batch | 14.5 gal | 13 gal |
| Maker says | 1-2 chickens | 1-2 chickens |
| Price per bird or gallon | $41.38 | $38.44 |
| Power | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Heater | - | 1,500 W |
| Heater power per gallon | - | 115 W |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Scalding | ||
| Temperature range | 32 to 230 °F | 86 to 230 °F |
| Temperature control | Yes | Yes |
| Dunker or basket | Yes | - |
| Drain valve | Yes | Yes |
| Lid | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Tank material | Stainless steel | Double-wall stainless steel |
| Weight | - | 46 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
