J**N
Convenient Air Fryer is BPA-free and pretty large for the price, but still has a few concerns.
Pros:It has a large round basket that is about 8.2 inches wide, give or take (next size up is 9+) and 4 inches deep.It says it's BPA-Free etcIf you have an InstantPot Duo 60 it'll fit those same inserts so that's helpful for sure.It is digital and looks pretty nice.It cooks fast.This Model comes with a booklet with a few recipes in it (not sure I'd make most of them but it's got more cooking info).Poultry even from frozen tastes like rotisserie because it's roasty on the outside and juicy on the inside.Cheese gets that awesome crunchy effect to it that people love so much on casseroles and things.Fries come out even more crisp than I would have imagined, so watch the time but still good.If you remove the basket to check progress it holds it's place in the cycle so it just starts back on again to continue the count down.Some of the Air Fryers require out-gassing cycles because they use toxic coatings, this one didn't have a chem smell to it.The seasonings etc seem to set-in and create more flavor than I notice in regular baking.Cons/Issues:It vents super hot heat toward the back of wherever it sits so be mindful of whatever is going to be behind it.The hot heat isn't able to be directioned so if you have a sensitive heat alarm in or near your kitchen it takes time to figure out what to do.The heat may break down materials around it like cabinets or food / liquids / plastics in or near the cabinets.No hinge/hook on the compartment door so you have to have somewhere to put that down while you remove the basket.The presets are quite similar so almost pointless and can't be re-set to your own preferences.The presets are too long/hot for what they are suggested to make so that takes some learning curve, try small bits and test as you go.Contents that can fly loose in the strong fan can fly up into the burner and smoke or catch fire.It's round-ish like a globe so if you have tight space and thought it seemed more rectangular, it's not.When you check the status of the food it can sometimes be hard to get the compartment to close properly and the unit is hot so have an oven mitt nearby so you can hold on to it while you push it closed.Suggested Work Arounds:Protect the areas where it will be in use with tile, stone, stainless, or granite, place plastics and fabrics away from the unit.Pre-plan where it's going to be and for the up to 400 deg temp that's going to be coming out of the back of it aiming at your wall and cabinets.Manufacturer should screen off the element or provide one to go over the basket to avoid fire hazard of flying contents.You can try to find/make your own screen of a folding/no handle splatter guard or a mesh bowl to avoid smoke/fire hazards.Use the warming button to 'set' things so if they are frozen and you put seasonings etc on them let it thaw some so less flies around.Less is more with this on time/temps, things get dark fast, so see what YOUR desired cooking times and temps are and write them down.Cover things with foil like the compartment that the basket sits inside of and then if you have a matching small pizza pan, put that inside to protect the bottom and make it easy to clean without marring the coating.Do like I do and don't use any oils in it but then put that in the guide, not to use any, to be safe.I love that it can cook many things in 5 minutes or so. It rejuvenates them back to their original 'fresh cooked' status if you had frozen them or put them in the fridge to save, so that's really nice with things like casseroles or items with a crunchy top. I have been able to quick-heat lot of things more easily when Microwave isn't always the best way or even the best tasting, this is better. I wish that the manufacturer would include a basic insert pan or screen to cover the compartment or will send them out to those who already own one, it's not worth the risk without that so if you haven't gotten one some other way, don't walk away from this unit unless you're quite sure nothing is in there like that and even then, only for a minute maybe. (Be careful of light coatings, topings etc that can get lose and fly around and hit the burner.) For me the challenge is that the nature of a kitchen is that it has a lot of varying materials around and some break down. These devices really can only safely sit ON the stove under the vent but most people wont want to do that because it could cause the unit to melt if it's on or was in use previously. Some may store it on a counter or pantry but use it perhaps on an island or area with a high stainless or stone backing.I had to knock it down 1 star for safety hazards and 1 star for engineering which leads to safety hazards. I could also knock it down one for not including any round cooking pans with no holes that fits inside of it with a low profile or at least something to keep food from flying up in the element. Others I might have knocked down yet another star for using hazardous coatings that need off-gassing before putting food in (so why put food in them at al), so this one actually is hopefully bpa-free. As of this writing with all my research I am not yet aware of any Air Fryer that protects the element from flying food in the strong fan that pulls heat out of the compartment (and light things too).
S**R
Worth the investment
Love this! I heard a lot from friends who love their air fryers, so I made the investment. It was a life saver when my oven went out for two weeks! It takes a little practice to get the cooking times down, and it will vary by the volume in the fryer basket. Food comes out crispy, not greasy. Always choose to undercook until you figure out timing....you can put the food back in and cook if it isn't crispy enough. Hot air will burn food (I learned)! The basket on this model is the perfect size for one or two people. Leave plenty of space above and behind, because it vents hot air in the back as it cycles through the cooking. Highly recommend this model!
T**M
For anyone wanting an Air fryer, get this one!
I have been wanting an air fryer for awhile and this fits the bill! The only strange thing about it is the temperature increments. The max temperature setting is 396 degrees F, but there isn't really any rhyme or reason to each temperature step down. The OCD person in me hates it that I can't set the temperature to 325 (321 is the closest), or to an even amount in general. However, it cooks like a dream from heating up frozen chicken fingers in just minutes, to perfectly cooking a ribeye steak (at 356 degrees F for 12 minutes, flipped once at the half way point for Medium Rare). I love this thing!
G**A
Less oily deep fried food
We love deep frying stuff a lot and this electric deep fryer uses less oil and food are less oily.
N**)
This counter-top appliance is a keeper
I was leery of buying the latest fad appliance, but I love this air fryer. It does far more than fry things - you can use if for just about anything you use an oven for. Search for "air fryer recipes" on Facebook, and you'll be inspired by hundreds of tips and recipes. I have had no problem with the 'drawer' going in and out - and the size is reasonable.
C**A
Great buy
I got this for my dad for his birthday. Let me tell you, he uses this every day. The food he has made from it has been great. Also, I dont worry about his cholesterol issues as much since hes no longer frying his food in grease. Im going to buy one for myself.
W**A
Easy to Use
This is a nice, easy to use air fryer. Works great.
R**H
Killer
Kind of amazing. Doesn't work well if you coat things with flour. I've mostly used it with chicken. Does a good job.
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