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Philips HD9240/90 Avance Collection Airfryer, 2100W, Extra-Large
Pros
- Large capacity
- Looks
- Powerful - 2100W
Cons
- No rotating paddle
If you’re looking for an extra large air fryer to feed a family with big appetites, then the Philips HD9240/90 Avance is worthy of consideration. If you’ve read our review of the HD9220, consider this 9240/90 to be the bigger brother of that model.
Its Rapid Air Technology means it can bake, fry, roast and grill without oil, meaning you can enjoy your favourite foods cooked just how to like them but without the calories of regular deep-fat frying.
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Philips |
| Model Number: | HD9240/90 |
| Item Weight: | 7kg |
| Capacity: | 3L - Suitable for cooking for 4-6 persons |
| Timer: | Yes - Digital control |
| Dimensions: | 42.3 x 31.5 x 30.2 cm |
| Power: | 2100W |
| On sale since: | 12/02/2013 |
| Colour: | Black |
| Price: |
The Philips Avance has been designed to allow excess fat to drain away from the food during the cooking process – so there are even fewer calories in your food. Can you see why air fryers like this are also known as health fryers!?
When you open the Philips Avance box, there’s a recipe book included to help you get started with some delicious recipe ideas. You’ll be cooking healthy meals for your family in no time, with 30 recipes ranging from chocolate brownies to delicious quiches. Also included in the box are the guarantee information and user manual.
We particularly like the straightforward and easy-to-use digital display, which shows cooking time and temperature.
The black, sleek look of this air fryer will blend in with most kitchens, and your visitors will be intrigued to what the appliance is.
As for the technical specifications, this fryer is powerful 2100W and has a cooking capacity of 3 litres – ideal if you have 4-6 people to feed.
Easy to use
As we’ve already mentioned, this fryer is so simple to use – you only need to set the cooking temperature and timer on the touch-sensitive screen. Within 3 minutes, your Philips Avance will be up to the desired cooking temperature so that you can start cooking. This is the great thing about all air fryers – they allow you to start cooking your food much sooner than a conventional oven would.
One concern we often hear about air fryers is, “Do they cause cooking odours in the kitchen?”. It’s a fair question, as the word “frying” is often associated with deep fat frying, which we all know leaves a lingering odour in the kitchen. Philips has addressed the issue of cooking odours by fitting an integrated air filter which ensures there won’t be any lingering smells in your kitchen.
For your peace of mind, there’s a 2-year warranty that comes with this fryer.
The unit’s height is approximately 31cm, so will fit under most kitchen cupboards.
Cooking Versatility
You’ll love the versatility this fryer provides as it can bake, grill and roast your favourite foods, so you can enjoy delicious, healthy meals cooked just how you like them.
Cleaning up
Philips has designed easy cleaning by making the removable drawer and food basket dishwasher safe. Simply pop those items into your dishwasher to clean them after cooking. (Depending on what you’ve cooked, you may only need to wipe them clean with a kitchen towel)
Customer feedback
Let’s take a look now at some of the review comments left by buyers of this model.
Buyers often comment about the large capacity and power of the fryer and how easy it copes with cooking whole chickens.
Several buyers commented how they wouldn’t like to be without their Philips Avance now and use it daily to cook their meals.
They also like how much more economical using an air fryer is than a conventional electric oven.
Concluding thoughts
This powerful Philips air fryer 9240 looks the part and doesn’t fail to deliver on the cooking quality you’d expect from a well-known brand. Its capacity will suit larger families who enjoy eating a range of healthy but tasty foods. There’s no rotating paddle on this fryer, as with other fryers on the market, but that shouldn’t put you off this premium air fryer from Philips. A quick shake of the basket at mid-cooking time and your food will be evenly cooked.