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Big Boss 8605 vs KALORIK AFO 47271 SS

Big Boss 8605

95 reviews

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KALORIK AFO 47271 SS

KALORIK AFO 47271 SS

117 reviews

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Great for cooking chicken wings

Transparent bowl allows for easy monitoring of food

Heats up quickly and temperature gauge seems accurate

No oil needed for crispy food

Ability to dehydrate food

Great capacity for larger families

Multiple functions (air fryer, oven, rotisserie, dehydrator, pizza oven)

Comprehensive user manual with helpful preset temperatures and times

Easy to use and learn

Produces delicious food

Not ideal for cooking larger items

Takes a long time to cook some foods

Size can be a drawback for those with limited counter space

Not flush doors, which can create a safety issue and let heat out

Some users report uneven cooking and burning at the edges

Limited control over temperature and time settings

Verdict

Overall, the reviews for the Big Boss 8605 are mixed. Some users love it for its ability to cook chicken wings and other foods to perfection, while others find that it takes too long to cook anything other than small items. The transparent bowl is a plus for many, but the size of the appliance can be a drawback for those with limited counter space. Some users have experienced issues with the element or the cooking guide fading away. However, others appreciate the fact that it doesn't have a non-stick coating and is made of glass and metal. The ability to dehydrate food is also a plus for some. Despite some negative reviews, many users are satisfied with their purchase and find the Big Boss 8605 to be a great value for the price.

Verdict

Overall, the KALORIK AFO 47271 SS receives mixed reviews. While some users appreciate its large capacity and multiple functions, others have concerns about the quality of the doors and the uneven cooking. The preset temperatures and times are helpful, but some users would prefer more control over the temperature and time settings. Despite its flaws, many users find the air fryer to be a useful addition to their kitchen and enjoy the delicious food it produces.

Reviews by Topic

Our analysis shows how reviewers feel about different topics. Please note these are not full reviews.

Size

Great alternative to deep frying

The only thing that I would complain about is that you can't fit much at a time when you are trying to "fry" an item because they have to be spread out on a single layer and its annoying to pull out each item at a time because they stick to the basket. :(

It's huge, cooks large amounts of food but takes up a lot of counter space.

The only aspect that could be seen as a negative for some is the size, its huge and takes up a lot of counter space and its to large to move and store easily. However if you have the space or you need the extra cooking space for a larger family it's worth the counter space.

Temperature

Mixed feelings - Slow to cook - Bulky

Fish is a quick easy meal as a rule, but not with this device. Maybe it's the manual's instructions that need some adjusting on time/temp. I had no luck cooking, after 35 minutes. I cooked at the recommended temp then began turning temp up every 10 minutes or so

The double doors are single pane which is a big disappointment. Single pane doors do not hold in the heat as well as double pane glass doors. Air fryer? more like toaster oven. Yes it "air fries" but not well

Cooking Time

the HOTSPOTS are on the outer area when food is low in cooking area

I like to add some water in the bottom of the glass as someone else suggested for bacon. This can help cook the chicken more evenly. Use a meat thermometer after to double check the temps. Times will vary with how thick the meat is of course

Nice oven, but the glass doors slam shut too easily, creating a safety issue!

It is easy to change both the time and the temperature. Bacon - I used the Baking Tray with the Bacon Tray on top of it. The instructions are unclear! The picture diagram shows placing the bacon pan and tray on the 3rd (from the bottom) rack, but the written text states the 4th (or top) rack. Whichever rack you select, make sure you check the bacon as it cooks and make sure you flip it midway through! Times will vary depending on the cut of your bacon and it's very easy to overcook it because it cooks quickly! Again, it is easy to change the time and temperature from the preset ones

Nonstick Surface

Excellent Appliance!!

I recieved this for Mother's Day this year, and I have NOT fried anything in oil since I got it.. We have used it for chicken and wild turkey and french fries and even warming up cold pizza.

Nicest air fryer I’ve tested this year!

The only thing I didn’t like about this unit that I found in others is a nonstick coating on the inside oven for cleaning. I wish one of these companies would come up with a self cleaning option, because that’s probably my biggest bone of contention. These units are not the easiest to clean. You must clean them while they’re still a bit warm, yet not hot enough to burn you

Health Benefits

Healty & yummy!!!

If you are like me, loves the fried food but want to be healthy, the big-boss is your solution :)

Big Families = Big Airfryer

Overall Impression: The Kalorik MAXX air fryer is a great appliance for any family looking to do some healthy cooking.

Power Usage

It Doesn't Fry & It Doesn't Cook

It might be a pretty good oven if it actually worked longer than it takes to write this review, but it is not and never will be a substitute for a fryer.

After one false start, a pretty good unit

In the end, the chicken cooked up well with the preset program (although I did pop a breaker a few minutes from the end - this fryer pulls a lot of power and needs a dedicated circuit!). It made a splattered greasy mess of the inside of the fryer, but it cleaned up pretty easily on the sides and doors. There's not much you can do for the exposed heating element on top though. The rotisserie forks are about the weakest spot in the whole works, they are pretty flimsy and washing them in the dishwasher makes them rust

Baking

Big Boss oil-less fryer

I bought a box of brownies tried going by the cooking directions but had to stop it 10 minutes earlier so it would not burn. but they came out really good,. I would have to say the best I have ever made. They were cooked all the way though even it the center of the pan

Good size for 1-3 people, you'll need to turn your racks 1/2 way through

TOAST While this will fit 6 slices of my wider Orowheat bread, it toasts darker on the bottom than it does the top, and the top is what you can see and monitor while it's toasting, so heads up! The preset time for toast is set at 5 minutes and you can adjust the time/darkness level with the multi dial as described above. BAKING- This heats up fast no preheat needed, but you will have to turn the tray 1/2 way though whatever your baking. The insulated rear of the oven maintains the proper temps, while the non insulated doors will not, so un even baking will occur if you don't turn your rack or pan. This is similar with every small oven I've had with glass doors

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