Multi-cookers

Braun MultiFry 5 HF5073I review

Braun MultiFry 5 HF5073I

CHOICE Expert Rating

77%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Removable non stick cooking rack with finger holes, easy to insert and remove.
  • Drawer is fairly light weight with a load and comfortable to lift with one hand.
  • Drawer has a small sized window. Good viewing window with separate internal light. Can turn internal light on and off using control panel.
  • Unit has a uniform compact size and shape, may fit comfortably into a cupboard. Easy to lift and move. Small grip area under unit to assist in lifting.
  • Digital display is bright and clear with touch controls, press buttons and a control dial. On/Off button is obvious, and there is a separate start button with contrasting colour.
  • Unit has a black plastic exterior which is easy to wipe over. Mostly smooth.
  • Drawer and rack can be cleaned in a domestic sink, may require extra effort or soaking to remove any baked on residue.
  • Prompt to shake or turn the food.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Sliding out the drawer requires some effort/strength, can stick.
  • No written labelling, pre programmed settings are symbols so may need to refer to the instruction manual initially. Relatively small symbols.
  • Controls are not easy to comprehend, need to refer to the instruction manual initially.
  • Touch control display panel needs to be free from grease as it may not respond.
  • Some cracks and crevices around the push buttons and control dial to trap dirt.
  • Can be difficult to clean around element. No access to the fan, overtime residue can build up around the fan, may cause residue to burn on and cause the unit to expel unpleasant odours and smoke during use.
  • The interior has a metal surface and the bottom element has an exposed element, making is difficult to clean and can trap residue.
  • Instructions are confusing with multiple languages. Need to download and print user manual but mostly images and diagrams which is not necessarily self explanatory.
  • Control panel is on the front of the unit may need to bend slightly to view.

Type

Lid, drawer or shelves
Drawer

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
77%
Performance score
83%
Ease of use score
68%
General ease of use
75%
Ease of using the controls
70%
Ease of cleaning
60%
Crumbed chicken score
75%
Frozen straight-cut chips score
80%
Marinated chicken wings score
90%
Roast pork score
85%

Sustainability

Shop Ethical rating
C
Warranty (years)
1
Country of origin
China

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$249.00
Running cost per year
$21.00

Specifications

Measured exterior temperatures – controls/handle/door or lid
25°C / 25°C / 35°C
Temperature range
80°C to 220°C
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
34 x 30 x 40
Weight (kg)
5.6
Claimed capacity
6L
Claimed power (W)
2000
Controls/indicators – type and location
Digital display, touch controls, front position
Pre-programmed settings
7 pre-set functions air fryer, 5 pre-set functions grill, 7 pre-set functions fast oven (frozen chips, fresh cut chips, fish, pizza, chicken, bacon, cakes)
Accessories supplied
Nonen
Internal pan/bowl material
Die cast grill plate
Website
braunhousehold.com/en-au
Measured usable capacity (L)
6
Measured capacity of a cake tin
20cm round
Number of chicken nuggets that fit in the basket
20
Cooking mode/s
Air fry, grill, fast oven
Size of cooking basket
Medium
PFAS and PTFE-free claims

Features

Rotating basket
Timer cut-out
Dishwasher safe
Twin basket
Viewing window
1

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