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thinkkitchen Luminate Air Fryer Review

Tested using Methodology v1.0
Reviewed Nov 14, 2024 at 10:28 am
thinkkitchen Luminate Picture
6.4
Air Frying
6.7
Large Batch Cooking
6.3
Frying Performance
6.9
Cooking Speed
6.8
Cooking Capacity
7.8
Size

Our Verdict

  • 6.4 Air Frying
  • 6.7 Large Batch Cooking

Performance Usages

  • 6.3 Frying Performance
  • 6.9 Cooking Speed
  • 6.8 Cooking Capacity
  • 7.8 Size
  1. Updated Nov 14, 2024: Review published.

Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
7.8
Design
Size
Height
11.9" (30.3 cm)
Width
10.2" (26.0 cm)
Depth
13.0" (33.0 cm)
Overall Volume
1,586.5 in³ (25,997 cm³)
6.8
Design
Cooking Chamber
Single Basket Surface Area
49.2 in² (317.2 cm²)
Total Basket Surface Area 49.2 in² (317.2 cm²)
Advertised Capacity 4.2 qt (4.0 L)
Measured Capacity 4.3 qt (4.1 L)
Chamber Height
3.6" (9.1 cm)
Nonstick Coating Type
PTFE
6.2
Design
Cooking Versatility
Dual Cooking Chambers No
Cooking Method Presets
2
Minimum Temperature
150 °F (66 °C)
Maximum Temperature
400 °F (204 °C)
Minimum Fan Speed
2,070 RPM
Maximum Fan Speed
2,070 RPM
Temperature Probe
No
Performance
6.0
Performance
Frying Quality
Crispy Fries
50.0%
Overcooked Fries
6.7%
Undercooked Fries
43.3%
6.4
Performance
Cooking Speed
Time To Reach 45% Moisture Loss 22:46
9.8
Performance
Preheat Speed
Preheat Reminder
No
Time to Reach 400°F
00:52
7.4
Performance
Temperature Stability
Recovery Time Once Food Added
02:01
Temperature Variation at 400°F
77 °F