| Scenario | Use |
|---|---|
| Weekday dinner | We tested the Tefal Easy Fry Compact when cooking a regular weekday dinner of French fries and chicken. The air fryer was heated for 3 minutes before we placed the chicken fillets and cut potatoes in the basket. The temperature was set to 180°C and we used the timer to control the cooking time. |
| Breakfast service | To see how the appliance handles breakfast food, we prepared bacon and toasted bread. We placed the bacon slices in an even layer in the basket and set the temperature to 160°C. After the bacon, we tested toasting bread by placing two slices in the basket with the temperature raised to 200°C. |
| Party snacks | We tried cooking various snacks for a small gathering. Frozen spring rolls, mozzarella sticks, and chicken wings were placed in the basket in batches. We also tested the function to shake the food halfway through cooking to get an even result. |
| Vegetable dishes | To test how the air fryer handles vegetables, we cooked zucchini, eggplant, and peppers. The vegetables were cut into pieces, lightly brushed with oil, and seasoned. We used 170°C and checked the results halfway through to see if the vegetables were cooked evenly. |
The Tefal Easy Fry Compact is perfect for single households, couples or small families with limited kitchen space. It works well for students in smaller apartments or for seniors who no longer cook for a large family. Even commuters who want quick, easy meals after work will appreciate the short cooking time. It's also a good choice for air fryers who want to try out the technology without investing in a more expensive, larger model. If you often cook for more than two people, the capacity may feel too small.
(3.8/5) Build quality – The Tefal Easy Fry Compact scores a 3.8 in build quality. This is lower than most of its competitors, with the Philips XXL leading the way with 4.8 and the Ninja Foodi with 4.6. Tefal’s model is built with a focus on compact size and lower weight (only 3.2 kg), which affects the overall stability and sense of durability.
(4.4/5) Ease of use – With a 4.4 in ease of use, the Tefal Easy Fry Compact ranks well in comparison to other models. It has more preset programs (8) than both the Philips XXL and Ninja Foodi, making it easy to use for beginners. The intuitive control panel and light weight contribute to the high rating.
(3.7/5) Cooking uniformity – Cooking uniformity scores 3.7, which is the lowest among the models tested. The smaller size and lower power (1500W compared to Philips 2225W) affect air circulation, resulting in less even cooking, especially at the edges of the basket.
(3.2/5) Capacity – With a capacity of only 3.5 liters, the Tefal Easy Fry Compact understandably gets the lowest rating (3.2) in this category. In comparison, the Ninja Foodi Dual Zone has 7.6 liters and the Philips XXL has 7.3 liters. This makes the Tefal model less suitable for larger households.
(4.7/5) Price performance – Price performance is the Tefal Easy Fry Compact's strongest point with a rating of 4.7, which is the highest among all tested models. The lower purchase cost combined with energy-efficient operation (1500W) and sufficient features for most users make it an economical choice for smaller households.
The Tefal Easy Fry Compact is a good choice for those with limited kitchen space or for smaller households. With its compact size, fast heat-up time and energy-efficient operation, it works well for everyday cooking. Despite the smaller capacity, it offers good ease of use and an impressive number of preset programs. However, for larger families, the capacity may be a limitation, and the cooking uniformity is not as good as with more expensive and larger models.
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The Tefal Easy Fry Compact and Ninja Foodi Dual Zone represent two different ends of the airfryer spectrum. The Tefal model is significantly smaller at 3.5 liters compared to the Ninja’s 7.6 liters, making it a better option for small kitchens and single-person households. The Ninja Foodi, on the other hand, offers a unique dual-zone design that allows you to cook two different dishes at the same time, while the Tefal has a single basket. The Ninja has a higher power output of 2470 watts and can handle higher temperatures up to 240°C, while the Tefal draws less power at 1500 watts and has a temperature range from 80-200°C. Interestingly, the smaller Tefal model has more preset programs (8) than the Ninja (6), which may make it easier for beginners to use.
| Specification | Tefal Easy Fry Compact | Ninja Foodi Dual Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 3,5 | 7.6 |
| Effect | 1500 | 2470 |
| Temperature range | 80-200 | 40-240 |
| Preset programs | 8 | 6 |
| Basket washing in dishwasher | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 3,2 | 8.2 |
| Price |
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