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Cosori Lite Vs. Philips Essential Airfryer Compact Features Review

9 minute read   Last updated on Aug 18, 2024

Key features of the Cosori Lite

Overall Score 7.2

  • Capacity And Size of 3.8 L
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Philips Essential Airfryer Compact

Philips Essential Airfryer Compact

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Key features of the Philips Essential Airfryer Compact

Overall Score 6

  • Capacity And Size of 4.1 L
  • Style of Basket .

A summary by feature comparison

Category Features Cosori Lite Philips Essential Airfryer Compact
COMMONLY ASKED FOR FEATURES capacity and size 3.8L 4.1L
maximum cooking temperature 230°C 200°C
minimum cooking temperature 75°C 80°C
has digital controls
has timer with auto shut-off
has pre-set cooking functions
number of functions 7only 5only
pre-set cooking functions Air fry, Keep warm, and Reheatonly Air fry, Bake, and Roastonly
DESIGN FEATURES style Basket.
has removable basket or tray
has a dishwasher-safe basket or tray
weight 4.4kg 4.5kg
width 275mm 264mm
height 345mm 295mm
OTHER FEATURES has a pre-heat function
supports cooking apps
supports amazon alexa
supports google assistant
operating power consumption 1,500W 1,400W
warranty period 2year(s) 2year(s)
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The Cosori Lite's capacity is at 3.8L, as most consumers, you too may want different size options to select from, when it comes to your cooking needs so we advise you topick the right capcity for your home. Philips Essential Airfryer Compact, at 4.1L has more capacity than the Cosori Lite with a difference of 0.3L The Cosori Lite's maximum cooking temp is at 230°C. The max cooking temperature of an air fryer varies based on the model.

However, most air fryers on the market typically have a max temp range of around 182°C to 204°C, with some high-end models even going higher. Philips Essential Airfryer Compact's temperature at 200°C has a lower maximum temperature than the Cosori Lite with a difference of 30°C The Cosori Lite's minimum cooking temperature is at 75°C, this also varies based on the make and model. However, air fryers can be set to temperatures as low as 50°C to 82°C, some air fryers even have lower temperature settings, going down to around 49°C for specific functions like dehydrating.

The Philips Essential Airfryer Compact's temperature at 80°C cooks at a higher minimum temparture than the Cosori Lite with a difference of 5°C The ability to set lower temperatures can be useful for tasks such as dehydrating vegetables, proofing bread dough, or keeping food warm without further cooking it. The Cosori Lite has digital controls, which allow you to set exact temperatures and cooking times with accuracy, which is crucial for achieving consistent and desired results. Such control is useful while making recipes that require by the book cooking conditions.

These functions on an air fryer improve the cooking experience in several ways, and ease the cooking process, especially for non experts. Cosori Lite has pre-set cooking functions, that automatically set the best temperature and cooking time for the chosen food category. Philips Essential Airfryer Compact too has pre-set cooking functions, these functions are especially helpful for those looking for a hassle-free cooking experience, consistent results, and the ability to explore various recipes without the need for in-depth culinary knowledge.

The Cosori Lite's presets are only 7. The Philips Essential Airfryer Compact, having only 5 has less functions than the Cosori Lite by only 2 functions Cosori Lite has Air fry, Keep warm, and Reheat pre-set functions While the Philips Essential Airfryer Compact's pre-set functions include Air fry, Bake, and Roast Cosori Lite has a removable tray, such a basket or tray is a component that contains the food you're cooking. If is removable, this tray is designed to be easily taken out of the air fryer for various purposes, such as loading food, checking the cooking progress, cleaning, and serving the cooked food.

Both Philips Essential Airfryer Compact and Cosori Lite have removable trays meaning you can prepare your ingredients, place them in the tray, and then simply slide them into the air fryer when you're ready to start cooking. Cosori Lite has a dishwasher-safe tray, which means that the tray used for holding the food while cooking can be safely placed in a dishwasher for washing. Also, the Philips Essential Airfryer Compact has a dishwasher-safe basket.

Cosori Lite's weight is 4.4kg, it's important to consider the weight of the air fryer, especially if you plan to move it frequently. The Philips Essential Airfryer Compact, at 4.5kg weighs more than the Cosori Lite with a difference of 0.1kg. Air fryers come in various capacities, that range from compact units suitable for individual servings to larger models designed for family-sized meals.

The width is the horizontal dimension, Cosori Lite's width is 275mm. When choosing an air fryer, it's important to take into consideration the width, along with other dimensions like height, to ensure it fits well on your kitchen countertop and can accommodate the types of food you want to cook with it. Philips Essential Airfryer Compact, at 264mm measures less in width than the Cosori Lite with a difference of 11mm.

The vertical dimension, the height of an air fryer can also vary significantly based on the make and model. Cosori Lite has a height of 345mm, height is important to consider when selecting an air fryer, that's if you have limited space in your kitchen or if you plan to place it on a kitchen top that has cabinets above. Philips Essential Airfryer Compact, at 295mm measures less in height than the Cosori Lite by 50mm.

Make sure that there is enough clearance above the air fryer to easily operate. Cosori Lite has a pre-heat function, this feature enables you to program the appliance to reach the optimum cooking temperature just before you place your food inside for cooking. Cosori Lite supports cooking apps that give inspiration and guidance for using the air fryer fully.

It is handy for individuals looking to explore new recipes, improving cooking skills, or simplifying the cooking process with the assitance of tech. The Cosori Lite is compatible with Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant, allowing you to use voice commands to control the device from other Alexa-compatible devices. With this comes voice control, remote operation, voice feedback, and recipe suggestions.

Cosori Lite is compatible with Google Assistant, enabling you to use voice commands to control the air fryer from other Google Assistant-compatible devices. Cosori Lite has a power consumption of 1,500W, the operating power consumption of an air fryer varies based on the make and model of the appliance. Typically, air fryers consume electrical power in the range of 800 to 2,200 watts.

The Philips Essential Airfryer Compact, at 1,400W consumes less power than the Cosori Lite with a difference of W. Knowing the power consumption helps you estimate the energy costs linked to using the air fryer and plan accordingly. Cosori Lite has a 2 year(s) warranty period, the warranty period for an air fryer depends on the manufacturer, model, and country in which it is sold.

Philips Essential Airfryer Compact, at 2 year(s) has the same warranty period as that of Cosori Lite. Before purchasing an air fryer, it's a good idea to research the warranty terms and customer support options offered by the manufacturer.

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