Hamilton Beach 35051 vs PowerXL AirFryer XL

This machine is very attractive in a shiny grey, doesn't show finger prints at all. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]

We use it multiple times a week to re-heat and cook. I've recommended it to everyone. It is a great tool to have in the kitchen, even if it is a little bulky to store. Also, the clean up is very easy; the tray pops out of the basket and both are easy to clean since they are non-stick surfaces -- you can easily soak them both if something is really caked on

I got this about a week ago, because of my schedule I didn't have a chance to use it for a few days and honestly I wasn't sure how so I got a recipe from the website {Rib-Eye Steak with Gorgonzola cheese , the thing is the recipe says to turn the steaks half way through the cooking but when I turned them I couldn't get the cooking to resume until the fryer cooled somewhat then I could get it to finish, the steaks were good but I should have been able to resume cooking right away instead of waiting to continue / I am sure there is a way but couldn't find any thin in the instructions and customer service was closed when this happened and at this point with my schedule I haven't had a chance to call during their hours , I am sure it is a simple solution and will continue to work with it other than that I really like it my only problem for now is I will try not to cook anything I have to turn over till I figure it out [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]

I have not used or tested out the rotisserie items, but I did use the basket for French fries and tots but truly didn't see any difference from placing them on the pan tray. So far I can say the 1.5 inch Filet Mignon we cooked and the Pork Chops have been fantastic! Again, you'll have to find your True Time and settings. My experience has been to always add 2 or 3 extra minute as a PRE-heat

In addition, it can be rather hard to place the fry basket back into the unit. It seems to need to be in just the perfect position to snap into place. It is rather annoying for me but I can manage. I can see where it would be even harder for someone with shakey hands or mobility issues to put the basket back into place

The basket is a must don't know why they don't send with this fryer but get one you'll need it.

The product continues to overheat at 400. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]

.but too nervous to try yet! My wife and I made a deal that I keep it as long as I use it at least once a week! 4 stars because of the overheating. Maybe I will start to YouTube post my experiences: MrScience22

Nice addition to my kitchen. A new appliance always gives me the incentive to get back in the kitchen and "rattle those pots and pans" heh. Oh and, btw, it's pretty big. Didn't expect it to be that big but, the main thing is the size of the basket

I wanted a smaller size fryer that didn’t take up much counter space, which the specs seemed to indicate. Next time I’ll definitely scrutinize the dimensions better. Small space shoppers—look elsewhere.