Multi-cookers

Philips Essential Airfryer XL HD9270/21 review

Philips Essential Airfryer XL HD9270/21

CHOICE Expert Rating

75%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Large digital display across the front of the unit, display is bright and clear.
  • On/off button appears when the unit is connected to power.
  • Controls have a start/stop button.
  • Accurate digital timer and temperature display.
  • 7 auto cook function settings plus variable temperature selection.
  • Unit has a start/pause button and has the option to pause cooking while keeping selected cooking settings.
  • Unit has a white plastic exterior which is easy to wipe over.
  • Easy to clean non-stick crisper tray.
  • Audible sound when timer ends.
  • Can add additional cooking time when cooking is in process.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Stainless steel walls, floor and roof interior, will require extra attention when cleaning.
  • No viewing window.
  • Large unit, may be difficult to store.
  • No written labelling symbols only, may need to refer to the manual initially.
  • No audible response when selecting functions.
  • Can be difficult to clean around exposed element.
  • Drawer has ridges where residue can stick, but this is fairly easy to remove.
  • Drawer is reasonably heavy with load.
  • Relatively large unit with a uniform shape only OK to store, takes up bench space.
  • Large cooking drawer can be awkward to clean in a domestic sink.

Type

Lid, drawer or shelves
Drawer

Recommended products

Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
75%
Performance score
81%
Ease of use score
67%
General ease of use
70%
Ease of using the controls
70%
Ease of cleaning
60%
Crumbed chicken score
80%
Frozen straight-cut chips score
75%
Marinated chicken wings score
80%
Roast pork score
90%

Sustainability

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

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$299.00
Running cost per year
$21.00

Specifications

Measured exterior temperatures – controls/handle/door or lid
27°C / 27°C / 38°C
Temperature range
80 – 200°C
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
31 x 32 x 40
Weight (kg)
5.4
Claimed capacity
6.2L / 1.2kg
Claimed power (W)
2000
Controls/indicators – type and location
Touch screen, digital display, front position
Pre-programmed settings
7 pre-set cooking functions: frozen snacks, fresh fries, meat, fish, chicken drumsticks, cake, grilled veggies, plus variable temperature settings
Accessories supplied
None
Internal pan/bowl material
Non-stick
Website
philips.com.au
Measured usable capacity (L)
5
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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