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Philips Essential Airfryer XL

8.3

Quality-focused cooks who value the original air fryer brand and patented cooking technology

VS
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Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt

8.2

Instant Pot fans wanting reliable air frying with see-through monitoring and odor control

Sophia Martinez
Sophia Martinez

Score Comparison

Criteria
Philips Essential Airfryer XL
Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt
Overall Score
8.3
8.2
Cooking Performance
8.5
8.3
Capacity & Versatility
8.0
8.0
Ease of Use
8.2
8.5
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
Cleaning & Maintenance
8.3
8.2
Value for Money
8.0
8.3

Pricing & Features

Specification
Philips Essential Airfryer XL
Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt
Price
$150
$120
Released
01-Sep-24
01-Oct-24

Making Your Decision

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When to Choose Philips Essential Airfryer XL

Quality-focused cooks who value the original air fryer brand and patented cooking technology

Philips invented the air fryer category, and the Essential XL shows why they remain a leader. The patented Starfish design delivers outstanding results with minimal oil, making it a premium choice for health-conscious families.

Strengths

  • Patented Starfish design for superior air circulation
  • 7 preset programs for one-touch cooking
  • 6.2L capacity feeds up to 5 people
  • 90% less fat than traditional frying

Limitations

  • Premium pricing for single-basket model
  • Unconventional preset modes
  • No smart connectivity in base model
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When to Choose Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt

Instant Pot fans wanting reliable air frying with see-through monitoring and odor control

The Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt combines the trusted Instant Pot reliability with thoughtful features like the ClearCook window and OdorErase technology. A solid all-around performer for everyday air frying.

Strengths

  • EvenCrisp technology with 95% less oil
  • 6 versatile cooking functions
  • ClearCook window for monitoring
  • OdorErase technology reduces cooking smells

Limitations

  • Single-basket design only
  • No smart app connectivity
  • Touchscreen can be fingerprint-prone

Ready to Get Started?

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Philips Essential Airfryer XL

Score: 8.3
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Instant Vortex Plus 6Qt

Score: 8.2