PHILIPSPremium Airfryer XXL with Fat Removal Technology, Black, HD9630/98

I purchased the Philips Premium Airfryer XXL four years ago, and it’s been a total game-changer for my family. We still use it several times a week, and every one of us—kids and adults alike—absolutely loves it. From crispy fries to juicy chicken wings, this air fryer has become a kitchen MVP that’s held up beautifully over time. It’s hands down one of the best appliances we’ve ever owned, and I can’t imagine cooking without it!Pros:• Incredible Durability: Four years of frequent use, and it’s still running like a champ! The build quality is top-notch—the sleek black finish looks as good as new, and all the components are holding strong.• Fat Removal Magic: The Twin TurboStar technology really works—we’ve enjoyed healthier meals with up to 90% less fat, and the food still tastes amazing. It’s a guilt-free win for the whole family!• XXL Capacity: This thing is huge! It easily fits a whole chicken or enough fries for all five of us in one go. Perfect for family dinners or hosting friends.• Versatile and Easy: We’ve air-fried, roasted, grilled, and even baked with it. The controls are intuitive, and cleanup is a breeze thanks to the dishwasher-safe basket (though we usually just wipe it down).• Consistently Delicious Results: Crispy on the outside, tender inside—every time. It’s foolproof, even when the kids take over the cooking!Cons:• Size Takes Up Space: It’s an XXL model, so it does claim a chunk of counter space. Not a dealbreaker for us, but worth considering if your kitchen is tight.• Slight Learning Curve Early On: It took a few tries to nail the timing for some recipes four years ago (pre-internet recipe boom!), but once we got the hang of it, it’s been smooth sailing.The Philips Premium Airfryer XXL has been a rockstar in our home for four years and counting. It’s reliable, delivers mouthwatering meals, and has made healthy cooking fun and effortless. My family’s unanimous love for it says it all—this air fryer is worth every penny and deserves a glowing five stars. If you’re on the fence, just buy it—you won’t regret it!

TLDR: Don't expect "fried" foods, but it beats easily beats an oven for crispy foods either from scratch or from the freezer section of the megamart. Pricey, but high quality from a reputable company. Big enough for a family of 6. Easy to use and easy to clean.Full review:Night one, we tried an assortment of frozen convenience foods- french fries, chicken nuggets, cheese sticks, poppers, and taquitos. Some were just slightly better than the oven, some (the fries especially) were better than the oven, and the taquitos, which came out perfect, beat their fried version, giving all the crunch but zero grease.The next morning, we tried cinnamon-sugar dusted canned biscuit donuts. My kids were in heaven. They didn't even notice that I used Splenda instead of sugar, saving carbs and calories. Yum.Since then, we've baked a cake, made homemade citrus-rosemary chicken breast, roasted Brussel Sprouts (pictured with a Sous Vide sirloin,) buffalo wings, and puff pastry chocolate pockets. All were excellent.The XXL is reasonably quiet, considering the internal fan- roughly equivalent to a microwave from the 1990s. The controls are simple to use and, being analog, shouldn't fail on us (an issue for those machines with digital touch screens, or so I am told) and the non-stick surfaces are easy to clean.In short, it works like a dream- but, according to the reviews, so do many less expensive models from other manufacturers. So one question remains: is Phillips really worth the price tag?I spent a year researching before buying. I'm that kind of person. My wife and I teach public school in red states and we've got four growing kids, so budget matters in my house. The Phillips won be over based on build quality and support options.If you look at any Phillips model side by side with the other brands in most stores, you can see and feel the difference. The basket, the base, heck, even the plastic just feel better.And when you read the reviews, it seems as if other brands have a high number of lemons plus poor customer service. Many people rave about other brands, but those who run into issues frequently complain that repairs and replacements can be difficult or downright impossible.I know for a fact that Phillips does repair and replace. In fact, I have done business with one of their authorized repair centers in the past when I bought a refurbished espresso machine. Sure, I could have gambled with a cheaper brand and hoped I got one of the good ones. I probably would have been OK. But with the Phillips, I trust my investment. Plus, it helps that Amazon is letting me spread the cost out over 12 months interest free on my Prime card, easing the strain on my wallet.I have no regrets at this stage of the game. I am hoping this machine will last my family for years to come.