TLDR Review: Cuisinart TOA-70BKS AirFryer Oven
Pros
- •Performs a wide variety of cooking tasks well, including air frying, grilling, baking, toasting, and broiling, making it a versatile kitchen companion.
- •The duaided grill and griddle plate impress users, especially for searing steaks and making breakfast items.
- •Compact footprint and attractive black stainless steel design fit nicely on countertops without taking over precious space.
- •Heats up quickly, helping cut down on wait times during meal prep.
- •Controls are intuitive dials rather than complicated digital panels, which many find useriendly.
- •Exterior remains cool enough to touch during cooking, enhancing safety in busy kitchens.
- •Convenient features like a timer dial that also serves as on/off control, plus a slidut crumb catcher, simplify usage and cleanup.
- •Notick surfaces on cooking accessories allow for easier hand cleaning—even though they’re not dishwasher safe.
- •Cooking results generally consistent for grilling and air frying, with some users reporting perfect filets and nicely browned toast.
- •Replaces multiple appliances effectively, including grills like the George Foreman, giving it double duty for users prioritizing countertop efficiency.
Cons
- •Bake cycles tend to be uneven, with inconsistent browning and a baking pan that feels flimsy and difficult to clean without abrasive tools.
- •The interior is delicate and cannot handle scrubbing with strong cleaning pads, which can frustrate those aiming to keep it spotless.
- •Crumb tray can show scorching or erosion signs after using the grill feature, suggesting some design weaknesses in material durability.
- •Oven light turns off when the door opens, making it harder to check on food without reopening, and the auto shutoff on door opening can be inconvenient given residual heat inside.
- •Timer knob lacks precision, especially for shorter cooking times under 10 minutes, leading to potential ove or under-cooking.
- •No preheat indicator complicates knowing exactly when the oven is ready to use.
- •Cannot safely use aluminum foil or paper inside, which can cause splattering and extra mess.
- •"Easy clean" surfaces are limited to sides, leaving top and bottom areas near heating elements tricky to maintain.
- •The very short, roughly 1nch power cord limits placement options and typically necessitates buying a heavy-duty extension cord, adding cost and inconvenience.
- •None of the cooking inserts or accessories are dishwasher safe, increasing cleanup effort.
- •Precise temperature and timer selection are hindered by incremental dial settings, making it tricky to hit exact temps like 325°F or 375°F.
Bottom Line
The Cuisinart TOA-70BKS AirFryer Oven with Grill is a versatile and stylish countertop powerhouse that can juggle multiple cooking tasks and replace several appliances in smaller kitchens. However, it demands some patience due to uneven baking, limited cleaning convenience, and a fiddly timer. If you value quick grilling and air frying with minimal space and don’t mind a bit of a learning curve (and careful cleaning), it’s a strong choice. If precise baking or fuss-free cleanup are priorities, you might want to consider alternatives or complementary products better suited for those needs.
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