COSORI ‎CAF-DC601-KUK Air Fryer - Review

The COSORI Air Fryer CAF-DC601-KUK is an innovative kitchen appliance that allows you to cook crispy, delicious fried food with minimal oil. This air fryer uses rapid air circulation technology and an elevated grill design to replicate the results of deep frying without the unhealthy amounts of oil.

Some of the key features and benefits of the COSORI Air Fryer include:

• Uses 85% less fat than traditional frying methods - cook healthier versions of fried favorites
• Large 6.8qt capacity fits up to 6 servings of food
• 11 one-touch preset programs for optimal cooking
• Digital touchscreen with intuitive controls
• Rapid air circulation cooks food quickly and evenly
• Elevated grill design allows air to circulate all around food
• Dishwasher safe parts for easy cleanup
• Sleek fingerprint resistant finish

With advanced heating systems and smart programs, the COSORI Air Fryer allows you to air fry, roast, bake and more to make delicious meals with ease. It's an excellent option for healthier everyday cooking.

Design

The COSORI Air Fryer has an elegant, modern design with a sleek black plastic exterior and stainless steel accents. It has an oval shape that is compact enough to fit on most countertops without taking up too much space.

The air fryer basket has a non-stick coating and pulls out from the front of the unit on smooth rails. There is a clear window on the front so you can peek in and check on your food while it's cooking without having to pull out the basket. The digital touchscreen is located on top and has an intuitive interface with preset functions.

Overall, the COSORI Air Fryer has a premium look and feel. The matte black finish won't show fingerprints or smudges. The stainless steel handle and accents give it a nice pop of shine. The smooth basket and simple interface contribute to its user-friendly design.

Size & Capacity

The COSORI Air Fryer has a 3.7 quart basket capacity, making it a medium-sized model suitable for cooking for 2-4 people. With dimensions of 11.8 x 11.8 x 12.6 inches, it has a compact footprint that doesn't take up too much counter space.

The basket capacity is a bit smaller than some other popular air fryer models like the Ninja Foodi or Instant Pot Vortex which have around 4-5 quarts. However, the Cosori's square-shaped basket design maximizes usable cooking surface area and allows you to cook similar amounts of food as larger round basket air fryers.

For comparison, the Philips XL Airfryer has a 3 quart round basket while the Cosori Air Fryer can fit around 5 quarts of food total when accounting for its square cooking area. So while the actual basket capacity number seems smaller, you can cook the same or more food than bigger models.

The 3.7 quart size hits a nice sweet spot between being too small for cooking for multiple people, and too large where it takes up excessive counter space. It has enough room to cook a pound of french fries, several chicken breasts, or a small roast. For most households, the Cosori offers ample cooking capacity while maintaining an efficient footprint.

Features & Settings

The COSORI Air Fryer comes with 11 preset cooking functions including air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, dehydrate, preheat, keep warm, shrimp, chicken, and steak. This allows you to easily select the optimal temperature and cooking time for different foods with the touch of a button.

The temperature range is 170°F to 400°F, adjustable in 5°F increments, giving you precise control. There are no preset temperatures for the manual air fry mode, allowing complete customization. The maximum cooking time is 60 minutes.

Some highlights of the settings and functions:

• Air Fry: Up to 400°F, the fan and heating elements work to surround food with hot air for crispy, fried results using little to no oil.

• Roast: Ideal for vegetables, pork, and beef at temperatures up to 400°F. The convection heat helps brown and caramelize foods.

• Broil: Reaches 400°F to broil meats, fish, and veggies with direct top-down heat.

• Bake: Set up to 400°F to bake cakes, tarts, quiches, and more. The convection fan circulates hot air for even baking.

• Reheat: Warms up leftovers, pizza, and more at lower temperatures up to 210°F.

• Dehydrate: Low, steady heat between 90°F to 170°F dries out fruits, vegetables, herbs, and jerky.

The intuitive LED control panel is easy to read and operate. All cooking functions, temperature, and time can be adjusted mid-cycle for full control.

Performance

The COSORI Air Fryer performs extremely well across a variety of cooking functions. As an air fryer, it produces crispy and delicious French fries, chicken wings, and other fried favorites using little to no oil. The unique flat basket design and 360° Air Circulation technology allows hot air to surround food for quick, even cooking.

I found the air fryer could easily handle frozen foods like fries or nuggets, yielding crunchy results comparable to deep frying. It also excelled at roasting vegetables, baking small cakes, reheating leftovers, and dehydrating fruit with its adjustable temperature range up to 205°C.

One of the most impressive aspects is the speed - foods cook rapidly in the COSORI. For example, chicken wings took only around 20 minutes at 200°C from frozen versus over an hour in the oven. The presets take the guesswork out for air frying, roasting, broiling, baking, reheating, and dehydrating.

You can comfortably cook meals for 2-4 people thanks to the 5.5L square basket. I was able to make nearly a full meal at once with proteins, veggies, and sides. The only limitation is height - you'll need to avoid tall or stacked foods. Overall, the COSORI delivers outstanding performance across a wide range of cooking tasks.

Ease of Use

The Cosori Air Fryer is designed to be very user-friendly and intuitive to operate. The control panel features a simple LED touchscreen display with just a few buttons to choose settings and start cooking. The icons are clearly labeled and easy to understand - there are buttons to adjust temperature, time, and select preset cooking modes.

When you press a button, the display changes to show the setting, and you simply use the +/- buttons to adjust as needed. The time and temperature can be adjusted in precise 5 degree and 1 minute increments, allowing you to really dial in the ideal cooking settings. Everything is controlled with just a few taps on the screen.

There are 11 preset cooking modes to choose from, including air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, dehydrate, and more. You simply select the appropriate mode for what you are cooking and the air fryer automatically sets the time and temperature - though you can still adjust them manually after selecting a preset if desired.

Overall, the Cosori Air Fryer couldn't be simpler to operate thanks to the intuitive touchscreen controls and presets. Even someone who has never used an air fryer before will find it easy to start cooking with. The streamlined interface allows you to start cooking with just the press of a button.

Cleaning

Cleaning the Cosori Air Fryer is fairly straightforward. The nonstick basket and crisper tray can be removed and are dishwasher safe, making cleanup a breeze.

The basket has a slick nonstick coating that allows oil and crumbs to slide right off with minimal scrubbing. A quick rinse or toss in the dishwasher is all it needs after cooking. The crisper tray below the basket is also coated in nonstick material and comes out easily for cleaning.

Any oil that drips through the basket will collect in a pull-out drip tray below the crisper tray. This tray slides out effortlessly to empty and wipe down after use. There's minimal effort required to keep the interior components glistening.

The exterior of the fryer has a smooth finish that wipes clean with a damp cloth. Fingerprints and splatters don't stick to the surface. Overall, all parts that come in contact with food are simple to clean by hand or in the dishwasher.

Noise Level

The COSORI Air Fryer operates at a reasonable noise level, generating between 65 to 75 decibels during frying and cooking. This is comparable to the volume of a typical conversation and should not be disruptive in most home kitchens.

Some user reviews do mention the fan and motor can get a bit loud at max settings. But many note the noise is less than expected for an air fryer, and quieter than some comparable models. The majority find it quite acceptable for everyday use.

There are certain times when the noise is more noticeable - at startup when the fan kicks on high speed, if cooking something with lots of moisture, or when shaking foods. Overall though, the noise generated seems on par or better than many air fryers. As long as your kitchen itself isn't too small, the sound shouldn't be an issue for most.

Accessories

The COSORI Air Fryer comes with a number of handy accessories to enhance your air frying experience.

• Basket - The non-stick basket has a 3.7 qt capacity, allowing you to cook enough food for 3-5 people at once. It's removable which makes transferring food in and out simple.

• Crisper Tray - The crisper tray slides into the bottom of the basket, helping excess oil drip away from food for crispier results without deep frying.

• Food Skewers - There are two food skewers included, perfect for making kebabs or skewers in the air fryer.

• Multi-use Rack - The multi-use rack provides an additional layer for cooking, allowing you to cook two layers at once. It can also be used to elevate foods closer to the heating element.

• Cookbook - COSORI includes a 100 recipe cookbook with the air fryer, giving you plenty of recipe ideas to get started.

The accessories provide everything you need to unlock the versatility of the air fryer. From skewers to racks, you're set up for layering and cooking full meals with ease.

Pros & Cons

The COSORI Air Fryer has several advantages and a few potential drawbacks to consider:

Pros

• Large 5.8qt basket capacity fits a whole chicken or 2lb of fries
• EvenCrisp technology circulates hot air for fast, crispy results
• 11 one-touch preset programs for quick cooking
• Digital touchscreen with shake reminder alerts
• Easy to operate and clean with dishwasher-safe parts
• Includes recipe book with 100 recipes
• Safety features like auto shut-off and overheat protection
• 2-year warranty

Cons

• Expensive compared to other air fryer models
• Bulky size takes up significant counter space
• Basket may be too small for cooking large batches
• Presets limit ability to manually set precise temp/time
• No viewing window to check on food
• Mesh basket can be tricky to clean thoroughly
• Loud fan noise while cooking

In summary, the COSORI Air Fryer offers premium features like a digital touchscreen and special cooking presets, but takes up more space and costs more than basic models. It can deliver quick, crispy meals for 1-4 people, but the lack of a viewing window makes monitoring food difficult. Overall, it's a quality air fryer but may be overkill for casual users.