Overall Score 7.2
Overall Score 6.8
Category | Features | Cosori Lite | Philips Essential Airfryer XL |
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COMMONLY ASKED FOR FEATURES | capacity and size | 3.8L | 6.2L |
maximum cooking temperature | 230°C | 200°C | |
minimum cooking temperature | 75°C | 80°C | |
has digital controls | ✓ | ✓ | |
has pre-set cooking functions | ✓ | ✓ | |
number of functions | 7only | 7only | |
pre-set cooking functions | Air fry, Keep warm, and Reheatonly | Air fry, Bake, Roast, Keep warm, and Reheatonly | |
DESIGN FEATURES | style | ✗ | Basket. |
has removable basket or tray | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a dishwasher-safe basket or tray | ✓ | ✓ | |
weight | 4.4kg | 5.6kg | |
width | 275mm | 315mm | |
height | 345mm | 403mm | |
OTHER FEATURES | has a pre-heat function | ✓ | ✗ |
supports cooking apps | ✓ | ✓ | |
supports amazon alexa | ✓ | ✓ | |
supports google assistant | ✓ | ✗ | |
operating power consumption | 1,500W | 2,000W | |
warranty period | 2year(s) | 2year(s) | |
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Cosori Lite's capacity is at 3.8L, as most consumers, you too may want different size options to choose from, catering to various your cooking needs so pick the right capcity for your home. The Philips Essential Airfryer XL, at 6.2L has more capacity than the Cosori Lite by 2.4L The Cosori Lite's max cooking temp is at 230°C. The maximum cooking temp of an air fryer varies based on the model.
However, most air fryers tend to have a max temp range of around 177°C to 204°C, might even go higher in some higher-end models. Philips Essential Airfryer XL's temperature at 200°C has a lower maximum temperature than the Cosori Lite with a difference of 30°C Cosori Lite's minimum cooking temperature is at 75°C, this also varies depending on the make and model. As noticed, most air fryers can go as low as 50°C to 82°C, or even lower, going down to around 49°C for specific functions like dehydrating.
The Philips Essential Airfryer XL's temperature at 80°C cooks at a higher minimum temparture than the Cosori Lite by 5°C The ability to set lower temperatures can be useful for tasks such as dehydrating fruits, proofing bread dough, or keeping food warm without further cooking it. Cosori Lite has digital controls, which allow you to set specific temperatures and cooking times with accuracy, which is imortant if you aim for achieving consistent and desired results. Such control is important for recipes that require precise cooking conditions.
Philips Essential Airfryer XL too has digital controls, they enable users to customize cooking settings, access pre-programmed functions, and monitor the cooking process more effectively, ultimately leading to better cooking results and a more enjoyable cooking experience. These functions on an air fryer improve the cooking experience in several ways, and ease the cooking process, especially for beginners. Cosori Lite has pre-set cooking functions, that automatically set the optimal temperature and cooking time for the chosen food category.
The Philips Essential Airfryer XL too has pre-set cooking functions, which are especially valuable for those in search of a hassle-free cooking experience, consistent results, and the ability to try out various recipes without the need for in-depth culinary knowledge. The Cosori Lite's functions are only 7. Philips Essential Airfryer XL, having only 7 has the same number of functions as the Cosori Lite Cosori Lite has Air fry, Keep warm, and Reheat pre-set functions The Philips Essential Airfryer XL's pre-set functions include Air fry, Bake, Roast, Keep warm, and Reheat Cosori Lite has a removable tray, such a basket or tray is a component that contains the food you're cooking.
If said to be removable, this tray is made 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 XL and Cosori Lite have removable trays which means that you can prepare your ingredients, place them in the basket, and then simply slide them into the air fryer . Cosori Lite has a dishwasher-safe basket, which means that the tray used for holding the food while cooking is safe to be placed in a dishwasher for cleaning. Also, the Philips Essential Airfryer XL has a dishwasher-safe tray.
Cosori Lite's weight is 4.4kg, it's key to consider the weight of the air fryer, especially if you intend to shift it frequently. Philips Essential Airfryer XL, at 5.6kg weighs more than the Cosori Lite with a difference of 1.2kg. Air fryers have various capacities, that range from compact units fit 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 consider the width, along with other dimensions like height, to ensure it fits well on your kitchen countertop and can accommodate the types of servings you intend to cook with it. Philips Essential Airfryer XL, at 315mm measures more in width than the Cosori Lite by 40mm.
The vertical dimension, the height of an air fryer can also vary significantly depending on the make and model. Cosori Lite has a height of 345mm, height is important to consider when choosing an air fryer, especially if you have limited space in your kitchen or if you plan to place it on a kitchen top that has shelves above. Philips Essential Airfryer XL, at 403mm measures more in height than the Cosori Lite with a difference of 58mm.
Ensure that there is enough clearance above the air fryer to easily operate. The Cosori Lite has a pre-heat function, this feature allows you to set the air fryer to reach the optimum cooking temperature just before you place your food inside for cooking. The Cosori Lite supports cooking apps that provide inspiration and guidance on how to use the air fryer to its full potential.
It is handy if you are exploring new recipes, improving cooking skills, or simplifying the cooking process with the assitance of technology. Both Philips Essential Airfryer XL and Cosori Lite support cooking apps. The Cosori Lite is compatible with Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant, you can use voice commands to control the device from other Alexa-compatible devices.
With this comes voice control, remote operation, voice feedback, and recipe suggestions. Philips Essential Airfryer XL supporting Amazon Alexa means that the appliance can use voice commands to start or stop cooking, adjust cooking settings, set timers, and check the status of your appliance remotely. For example, you can say, "Alexa, start cooking chicken in the air fryer for 20 minutes." The Cosori Lite supports Google Assistant, allowing 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 can vary based on the make and model of the appliance. Typically, air fryers consume electricity in the range of 800 to 2,200 watts. Philips Essential Airfryer XL, at 2,000W consumes more power than the Cosori Lite by W.
Knowing the power usage helps you estimate the energy costs associated with using the air fryer and plan accordingly. The Cosori Lite has a 2 year(s) warranty period, this period for an air fryer is dependant on the manufacturer, model, and country in which it is sold. The Philips Essential Airfryer XL, at 2 year(s) has the same warranty period as that of Cosori Lite.
Before purchasing an air fryer, it's good to research the warranty terms and customer support options offered by the manufacturer.