Multi-cookers

Contempo Digital Slimline Air Fryer 8L CTAF510 review

Contempo Digital Slimline Air Fryer 8L CTAF510

CHOICE Expert Rating

84%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Removable non-stick cooking rack with finger holes, easy to insert and remove.
  • Large capacity, accommodates 500-1000g frozen chips.
  • Drawer has a large window. Good viewing window with internal light. Light can be turned on using symbol on control panel.
  • Digital display with touch controls, digital display is bright and clear.
  • Separate On/Off button on display.
  • Unit has a black plastic exterior. Smooth surfaces, fairly easy to wipe over.
  • Pre-programmed setting with adjustable time and temperatures.
  • Defrost setting with a temperature setting of 30°C.
  • Comprehensive instructions with cooking guide.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Large unit can be difficult to store, does not fit easily into a kitchen cupboard. Best left out on a bench top, takes up bench space. No handles on unit to assist in lifting.
  • No written labelling on controls. Only for 'FLIP'.
  • Control panel is on the front of the unit may need to bend slightly to view.
  • Large drawer may be awkward to clean in a domestic sink.
  • Touch control display panel needs to be free from grease as it may not respond, easy to wipe over.
  • May not be intuitive, need to refer to the instruction manual initially.
  • Viewing window requires extra cleaning attention. Condensation can build up inside the drawer between the glass. Residue can become trapped between the glass and be difficult to remove.
  • Can be difficult to clean around exposed 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.

Type

Lid, drawer or shelves
Drawer

Recommended products

Recommended
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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
84%
Performance score
94%
Ease of use score
68%
General ease of use
75%
Ease of using the controls
70%
Ease of cleaning
60%
Crumbed chicken score
100%
Frozen straight-cut chips score
75%
Marinated chicken wings score
100%
Roast pork score
100%

Sustainability

Shop Ethical rating
C
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin
China

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$99.00
Running cost per year
$24.00

Specifications

Measured exterior temperatures – controls/handle/door or lid
27°C / 30°C / 42°C
Temperature range
30 – 200°C
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
30 x 32 x 40
Weight (kg)
5.5
Claimed capacity
8L
Claimed power (W)
1800
Controls/indicators – type and location
Digital display, touch controls, front position
Pre-programmed settings
French fries, steak, poultry, defrost, seafood, pork, pizza, fish, cake and reheat
Accessories supplied
Nonen
Internal pan/bowl material
Non-stick
Website
bigw.com.au
Measured usable capacity (L)
8
Measured capacity of a cake tin
20cm round
Number of chicken nuggets that fit in the basket
25
Cooking mode/s
Air fry
Size of cooking basket
Large
PFAS and PTFE-free claims

Features

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

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