Multi-cookers

Kmart Anko 5.3L Air Fryer AF701 review

Kmart Anko 5.3L Air Fryer AF701

CHOICE Expert Rating

73%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Labelling is clear.
  • Cooking guide written on the control panel with times and temperatures for basic foods.
  • 2 indicator lights are bright and clear.
  • Control panel is slanted for easy access and viewing.
  • Can add additional cooking time when cooking is in process.
  • Audible response to end of cooking time.
  • Unit has a black plastic exterior which is easy to wipe over.
  • Easy to clean non-stick crisper tray.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • No on/off button, the timer control will turn on the unit.
  • 20°C increments for temperature and timer has 5 min increments, may not be accurate.
  • 30 minute timer only.
  • Large drawer may not be easy to wash in a domestic sink.
  • Fairly basic instructions. Includes limited cooking guide.
  • Large size drawer and basket may not be easy to clean in a domestic sink or fit comfortably in a dishwasher.
  • Benchtop can warm when cooking on high heat. May damage vulnerable surfaces.
  • Drawer is reasonably heavy with load.
  • Unit is large and oval shaped, quite tall may not fit easily into a cupboard, takes up bench space.
  • No viewing window.
  • Can be difficult to clean around exposed elements inside unit.

Type

Lid, drawer or shelves
Drawer

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Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
73%
Performance score
79%
Ease of use score
65%
General ease of use
65%
Ease of using the controls
65%
Ease of cleaning
65%
Crumbed chicken score
95%
Frozen straight-cut chips score
70%
Marinated chicken wings score
70%
Roast pork score
80%

Sustainability

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

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$75.00
Running cost per year
$33.00

Specifications

Measured exterior temperatures – controls/handle/door or lid
25°C / 44°C / 40°C
Temperature range
80 – 200°C
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
39 x 33 x 37
Weight (kg)
5
Claimed capacity
5.3L
Claimed power (W)
1800
Controls/indicators – type and location
Two dial controls (one for temperature and one for time), top position
Pre-programmed settings
Variable temperatures
Accessories supplied
None
Internal pan/bowl material
Non-stick
Website
kmart.com.au
Measured usable capacity (L)
6
Measured capacity of a cake tin
Not measured
Number of chicken nuggets that fit in the basket
Not measured
Cooking mode/s
Not checked
Size of cooking basket
Not measured
PFAS and PTFE-free claims

Features

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

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