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But compared to others with similar specs, I think this is very good. And great value, good quality, and overall, performs well. Once you get used to it, it is easy to use.
I hesitated a long time before getting one, as they are really just compact air-assisted ovens. Both my gas one and microwave combi have the same technology. And this takes up space in my small kitchen. This is 38 cm wide, 33 cm high and 36 cm deep, which includes handles and the spacers at the back. Without handles, it's a bit under 31 cm. But ideally, I'd not place it right up against a wall.
Before, I came to the conclusion that if getting one, I'd choose one that goes higher than 200° C, as one I'd seen in a video seemed to crisp really well. Then I forgot and saw this as a warehouse deal..
I don't exactly regret it, but it does not brown or crisp some things (say chips) as well as I expected, and I think that those either need higher temperatures, or an actual deep fat fryer. But as far as I can see, only ninja offers a few models that go up to 240°. And I can't say whether it's worth the extra they cost, compared to this.
The two baskets are handy, and for me, preferable to a single one. It is a bit larger, but none are exactly compact, anyway. It's worth bearing in mind that the wattage seems to be for both drawers, and I think you only get half for each. This is based on recommendations on food packets: I always need times stated for far lower power than this is supposed to have.
You have to choose a pre-set to start it, and the instructions are not very clear. I thought first that this did not work, but you have to select the power button, drawer, a pre-set, and then adjust time and heat. So it does not matter which programme, there's no difference.
If you use paper liners, it's really easy to clean, just a quick wipe of splashes.
I'm still not 100% that these are worth it, but it also depends on what you eat. I am vegan, so no chicken, sausages, etc, and it's those dishes where this really excels. Fish and chips, for example.
I do use it a reasonable amount, but so far, I've found nothing that I could not prepare in my other ovens with very similar results. These do save some power, mainly because the volume being heated is smaller.
I've not used the match cook or the smart finish yet. So far, I've just set each individually, as I am not sure how the latter works, except that both finish at the same time. Not sure if it delays the start or lowers the heat to achieve this, though.
Sorry, I see from photos I should have wiped it down first, cat hairs get everywhere. And you as can see the back gets dusty from the air intake vents.
| Brand | Tower |
|---|---|
| Model Number | T17088 |
| Colour | Black |
| Product Dimensions | 35.5 x 38.5 x 32.1 cm; 7.8 kg |
| Capacity | 9 litres |
| Power / Wattage | 2600 watts |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Material | Aluminium, Plastic |
| Auto Shutoff | Yes |
| Special Features | Temperature Control |
| Item Weight | 7.8 kg |
