Multi-cookers

Tefal Easy Fry & Grill Classic EY5018 review

Tefal Easy Fry & Grill Classic EY5018

CHOICE Expert Rating

73%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Quick reference guide on top of unit to reference temperature and cooking time for some meal types.
  • Grilling plate is die-cast aluminium.
  • Basic controls, easy to use.
  • Unit has a black plastic exterior which is easy to wipe over.
  • Die-cast aluminium grilling plate is easy to clean in a domestic sink.
  • Cooking basket is also easy to clean in a domestic sink.
  • Can add additional time when cooking in in process.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Cooling fan is noisy.
  • Dial selection for temperature and time may not be accurate. Limited grading and labelling on both dials.
  • Labelling is printed onto unit and is possible it will wear/scratch off over time.
  • Must set timer in order for unit to run.
  • Some stainless steel on handle and at the top of the unit which requires extra attention when cleaning.
  • Can be difficult to clean around exposed element.
  • Interior is stainless steel and requires extra attention.
  • Basic instructions, mostly small graphs, limited information. Some cooking guides.

Type

Lid, drawer or shelves
Drawer

Recommended products

Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
73%
Performance score
79%
Ease of use score
65%
General ease of use
70%
Ease of using the controls
60%
Ease of cleaning
65%
Crumbed chicken score
75%
Frozen straight-cut chips score
85%
Marinated chicken wings score
80%
Roast pork score
75%

Sustainability

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

Related products

Availability
Discontinued model

Cost

Price
$270.00
Running cost per year
$24.00

Specifications

Measured exterior temperatures – controls/handle/door or lid
25°C / 27°C / 44°C
Temperature range
80 – 200°C
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
36 x 27 x 32
Weight (kg)
5.4
Claimed capacity
4.2L
Claimed power (W)
1420 – 1690
Controls/indicators – type and location
LCD display, two dial controls (one for temperature and one for time), front and top position
Pre-programmed settings
Air fry and grill, plus variable temperature settings
Accessories supplied
Die-cast aluminium grilling plate
Internal pan/bowl material
Non-stick
Website
tefal.com.au
Measured usable capacity (L)
4
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
Not specified
Twin basket
Viewing window

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