If you love to cook, you know the importance of having a good kitchen appliance. And if you’re looking for a great new appliance to add to your kitchen collection, you should consider the Philips Essential Airfryer XL HD9270/91. This air fryer is amazing and can do much more than just air frying food! Keep reading to learn more about this incredible appliance and what we thought about it.
Philips Essential Airfryer XL Review
The Philips Essential Airfryer XL is a high-performance air fryer that promises to deliver delicious, evenly cooked food with little to no oil. It features patented Rapid Air technology which circulates hot air around the food, cooking it quickly and evenly. The temperature can be controlled up to 200°C/400°F. The air fryer also features an on/off switch, a power-on light, and a ready signal, so you know when the food is done. It has a cool wall exterior to prevent burns, and the removable parts are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
Philips Essential Airfryer XL Cooking Performace
We were very impressed with the Philips Essential Airfryer XL. It was able to evenly cook various foods, including chicken, fish, and French fries. The food came out crispy and moist inside, and there was little to no oil required. The air fryer also did a great job of cooking frozen food, and we were impressed with how quickly it was able to heat up and start cooking. We also found a handy keep warm/re-heat feature very useful. One downside is that the air fryer is a bit noisy, which is expected of any air fryer. Overall, we were very pleased with the performance of the Philips Essential Airfryer XL and what you would expect from a big brand like Philips.
Cooking Functions & Settings
The Philips Essential Airfryer XL has two cooking settings: Airfry and Grill. The Airfry setting is the default setting on the appliance and should be used for most meats and vegetables. The Grill setting is for more delicate foods like fish and shrimp. The Philips Essential Airfryer also has 7 preset cooking modes, including frozen snacks, fresh fries, meat, fish, chicken drumsticks, cake and even grilled veggies.
Airfryer Setting
We found that the Airfry setting worked well for most meats and vegetables. The chicken came out crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The air fryer also did a great job of cooking frozen food, and we were impressed with how quickly it was able to heat up and start cooking.
Grill Setting
The Grill setting is for more delicate foods like fish and shrimp. We found that this setting worked well, but it did take a bit longer to cook the food. The results were still very good, and the food came out moist and delicious.
Basket Size: How Much Food Can You Cook?
The Philips Essential Airfryer XL has a 6.2L capacity to feed 4-6 people. We found the basket was large enough to cook various foods for the whole family. Other reviews have reviewed the smaller model, which was 4.2L. That would explain other reviews saying the basket size was more suitable for 3-4 people.
Ease of Use & Cleaning
The Philips Essential Airfryer XL is very easy to use. With straightforward controls, the air fryer comes with a detailed instruction manual. The removable parts are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup. Although the Philips Essential Airfryer XL HD9270/91 does not have a doesn’t have a nonstick coating, it was still easy to clean in warm soapy water. However, it might be a little trickier if it is left overnight and the residue hardens.
Philips Essential Airfryer XL Pros & Cons
What to know what we thought about the Philips Essential Airfryer XL in bite-size form? Then check out our list of pros and cons:
Pros
- The air fryer cooks food quickly and evenly with little to no oil, with tasty results.
- It features an on/off switch, a power-on light, and a ready signal, so you know when your food is done.
- The cool wall exterior prevents burns if you touch the outside. Not all air fryers have these features, so if you have young children, this is a cool feature.
- The removable parts are dishwasher safe, so there is no need to hand-wash the basket.
Cons
- The air fryer is a little noisy.
- It doesn’t have a timer to tell you when the food is done.
- It doesn’t have a nonstick coating, so the food can stick to the basket if left overnight.
Philips Essential Airfryer XL Unboxing Video
Philips Essential Airfryer Customer Feedback Summary
As well as carrying out our reviews, at HotAirFryers, we also spend time analysing and tabulating customer views, so you don’t have to. Below is a summary of user feedback:
- Many customers called it a “great air fryer” because it cooks the food quickly and evenly.
- Customers love that it has a cool wall exterior; those with young children found this an important safety feature.
- Having removable parts that are dishwasher safe was a big plus.
- Most customers are happy with their purchase and recommend this air fryer.
- Some customers found that the air fryer is noisy.
- A few customers noted that the non-stick basket could be harder to clean by hand.
Is The Philips Essential Airfryer XL Worth Buying?
In conclusion, the Philips Essential Airfryer XL is a great air fryer that cooks food quickly and evenly with little to no oil. It features an on/off switch, a power-on light, and a ready signal. The cool wall exterior prevents burns, while the removable parts are dishwasher-safe. Although it is noisy and doesn’t have a timer, the Philips Essential Airfryer XL is still a great appliance for those looking for an air fryer. You’ll love how easy it is to use – just set the temperature and time, then wait for the ready signal. Still not sure? Take a look at our other Air Fryer Reviews for even more great guides.
