Yes, you can recycle multiple models at once using the `recycle` method in Laravel's Eloquent factories. The `recycle` method accepts a collection of existing models, and when a collection is provided, it will randomly select a model from that collection each time the factory needs a model of that type.
However, some users have reported issues where the `recycle` method does not behave as expected, often resulting in the last model in the collection being used consistently. This could be due to how the models are retrieved or an issue with the version of Laravel being used. It is recommended to ensure that models are retrieved using `->get()` instead of `->all()` to see if this resolves the problem[2][3].
In summary, while the `recycle` method is designed to handle multiple models, practical implementation may vary, and troubleshooting may be necessary if unexpected behavior occurs.
Citations:[1] https://laracasts.com/discuss/channels/laravel/laravel-way-to-save-to-multiple-models
[2] https://stackoverflow.com/questions/74384052/laravel-factory-recycle-method-not-randomize-input-collection
[3] https://laracasts.com/series/jeremys-larabits/episodes/2
[4] https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laravel-gems-recycle-models-in-factories-activity-7154214705090199553-xKZo
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sNkNOTkEXY