There are several key differences between toaster ovens and air fryers, which may influence which one you choose to buy. These include: Offering incredible value for money is Russell Hobbs' Express Air Fry Mini Oven. Combining five cook functions with a generously sized capacity, we found it passed the all-important fries test (crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside), and it's also great for cooking freezer food, pizza, fresh bread, tray bakes, and more. To test the heat distribution we baked a tray of Madeleines. We were impressed with the Cuisinart Air Fryer Mini Oven as the cakes cooked evenly: golden on top with a crisp base. Much like a conventional oven the Cuisinart Air Fryer Mini Oven has dual heating elements at both the top and the bottom. Meaning that the heat is consistent throughout. Typically air fryers have a single heating element paired with a powerful fan. This model also has the addition of a fan meaning that heat is evenly circulated. The design means that the Cuisinart Air Fryer Mini Oven can perform a range of cooking methods including grilling and air frying.

The controls are a bit stiff to turn and get just right, but we liked how each setting was clearly defined by its own marker, so there is no guesswork needed. From a digital air fryer to our multi-functional Salter Professional AeroGrills, our air fryers comes in many different sizes and styles – so you can choose the one that suits your needs and kitchen the best.The outside of the appliance gets warm when in use but the cool touch end panels reduce some of this warmth, so it isn’t bad enough to avoid touching it. The instruction manual states that a gap of 12.5 cm must be left around it, so bear this in mind before buying and make sure you could fit it in the space you have planned. One thing we really did like is the clear temperature adjustments, signalled by dots as the heat increases. Other ovens simply point out intervals and getting 190°C, for instance, would be a bit of a guessing game. But there would be no wondering whether you have the exact setting with this item. Range of cooking options: Both products will offer you a wide selection of cooking modes to ensure you can cook food exactly as you wish to.When considering this, do also be mindful of how the product's height might impede the range of food types you can use it for. Size: An air fryer will typically be smaller than a toaster oven, making them better suited to smaller kitchens and easier to store on organized countertops. A toaster oven will often boast a bigger capacity that's suited to larger food items, or bigger quantities.

The product boasts a generous capacity 22l capacity across three different tray positions, meaning you can fit in everything from cake trays to a large meat joint. We tested out a couple of recipes from the product's accompanying recipe book: the Deep Dish Apple Pie was juicy and crispy, while the air-fried sweet potato wedges were such a hit that we cooked them three nights consecutively.

No! Especially compared to a large standard oven or cooker. There is a smaller space to warm up, so most can preheat up to 200°C in under five minutes. This alone will save you money on running costs.

Last little gripette is the hobs when fully panned up and hot cause the top 'plate' to sink in slighty but this does rebound when cool tho might be a problem over time. Beefing that up and maybe some insulation would be the only manufacturing recommendations I'd suggest Mebbe that's the deluxe version and you get what you pay for and for what we paid we're very happy (now we're looking at getting a freezer to go with it . . . )

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Additionally with a 60 minute timer, the mini oven has a large viewing window so you can easily keep an eye on food while cooking. Boasting convenient indicator lights, the oven features an automatic shut-off function to provide peace of mind and optimal safety.

The needs of every mini oven are different, but if you’re buying for a specific reason then there will be some very important aspects to look out for: We loved its cool aesthetic too. In brushed stainless steel, it looks really modern and is probably one of the more 'stylish' air fryer toaster ovens out there. Its one obvious downside is that hefty price tag but if you've got the cash to spend, it's a brilliant investment for your kitchen.First of all, it is fan assisted which helps with temperature regulation and even cooking. There are plenty of settings to choose from depending on your food and the results you are after, including a rotisserie option, conventional and grill options and the all-important hobs.