Multi-cookers

Tefal Easy Fry Silence Essential Air Fryer 5L EY551H review

Tefal Easy Fry Silence Essential Air Fryer 5L EY551H

CHOICE Expert Rating

76%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Drawer is fairly light weight with a load.
  • Drawer has a removable non stick cooking plate, the cooking plate has a grip area to aid in removing and replacing plate.
  • Unit has a uniform compact size and shape, may fit comfortably into a cupboard.
  • Some written labelling , symbols for pre programmed settings.
  • Digital display is clear and bright with touch controls and separate on/off and start buttons.
  • Silent technology, low noise reading.
  • Unit has a black plastic exterior which is easy to wipe over, mostly smooth surfaces.
  • Drawer and rack can be cleaned in a domestic sink, may require extra effort or soaking to remove any baked on residue.
  • Fairly comprehensive instructions with key diagrams and a cooking guide.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • No grip area to assist in lifting.
  • Control panel is positioned on the front of the unit, may need to bend down to view.
  • Controls may not be easy to comprehend , need to refer to the instruction manual initially.
  • No prompt to shake or turn the food.
  • On top of the unit is a large vent that needs to be kept free of spills.
  • Touch control display panel needs to be free from grease as it may not respond, easy to wipe over.
  • 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.
  • Stainless steel interior can also be difficult to clean and requires extra attention.

Type

Lid, drawer or shelves
Drawer

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Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
76%
Performance score
81%
Ease of use score
68%
General ease of use
70%
Ease of using the controls
70%
Ease of cleaning
65%
Crumbed chicken score
70%
Frozen straight-cut chips score
70%
Marinated chicken wings score
100%
Roast pork score
85%

Sustainability

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

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$270.00
Running cost per year
$15.00

Specifications

Measured exterior temperatures – controls/handle/door or lid
31°C / 31°C / 46°C
Temperature range
40°C – 220°C
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
35 x 28 x 39
Weight (kg)
2.6
Claimed capacity
5L
Claimed power (W)
1670
Controls/indicators – type and location
Digital display, touch controls, front position
Pre-programmed settings
Fries, nuggets, bacon/beef bacon, shrimps, chicken, pizza, steak, vegetables, fish, desserts
Accessories supplied
None
Internal pan/bowl material
Non-stick
Website
tefal.com.au
Measured usable capacity (L)
4
Measured capacity of a cake tin
17cm round n
Number of chicken nuggets that fit in the basket
18
Cooking mode/s
Air fry
Size of cooking basket
Medium
PFAS and PTFE-free claims

Features

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

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