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thinkkitchen Retro Air Fryer Air Fryer Review

Tested using Methodology v1.0
Reviewed Nov 14, 2024 at 10:29 am
thinkkitchen Retro Air Fryer Picture
6.8
Air Frying
6.7
Large Batch Cooking
6.9
Frying Performance
6.6
Cooking Speed
6.7
Cooking Capacity
7.5
Size

Our Verdict

  • 6.8 Air Frying
  • 6.7 Large Batch Cooking

Performance Usages

  • 6.9 Frying Performance
  • 6.6 Cooking Speed
  • 6.7 Cooking Capacity
  • 7.5 Size
  1. Updated Nov 14, 2024: Review published.

Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
7.5
Design
Size
Height
13.5" (34.4 cm)
Width
10.6" (27.0 cm)
Depth
13.4" (34.0 cm)
Overall Volume
1,927.1 in³ (31,579 cm³)
6.7
Design
Cooking Chamber
Single Basket Surface Area
48.9 in² (315.2 cm²)
Total Basket Surface Area 48.9 in² (315.2 cm²)
Advertised Capacity 2.6 qt (2.5 L)
Measured Capacity 2.4 qt (2.3 L)
Chamber Height
3.5" (9.0 cm)
Nonstick Coating Type
PTFE
6.0
Design
Cooking Versatility
Dual Cooking Chambers No
Cooking Method Presets
1
Minimum Temperature
176 °F (80 °C)
Maximum Temperature
392 °F (200 °C)
Minimum Fan Speed
2,270 RPM
Maximum Fan Speed
2,270 RPM
Temperature Probe
No
Performance
7.3
Performance
Frying Quality
Crispy Fries
63.3%
Overcooked Fries
0.0%
Undercooked Fries
36.7%
6.4
Performance
Cooking Speed
Time To Reach 45% Moisture Loss 22:27
7.5
Performance
Preheat Speed
Preheat Reminder
No
Time to Reach 400°F
02:46
6.5
Performance
Temperature Stability
Recovery Time Once Food Added
05:20
Temperature Variation at 400°F
40 °F