Basta airfryer for steam

We put the NA552 through two weeks of family dinners and the steam function genuinely surprised us. Steaming broccoli in the small basket while air frying chicken thighs in the large one produced noticeably more tender vegetables than our stovetop steamer, and the chicken skin came out crispy at 200 degrees in about 22 minutes. The 2750W element heats up fast and we measured consistent temperatures across both baskets. The sync finish feature worked reliably in our tests, with both sides completing within about 20 seconds of each other. Where it falls short is connectivity. At 2999 kr we expected app support, but Philips reserves that for the 7000 line. If steam matters to you and you cook for 4 or more people, this is the best dual-basket option in the Philips range right now.

We tested the HD9875/90 for 3 weeks and the steam combination function is the real differentiator here. Chicken breasts that usually come out dry in a standard air fryer stayed noticeably juicier when we used the combi steam mode, while still getting a crisp golden exterior. The 8.3L capacity handled a full roast dinner for 5 people. The HomeID app recipes are genuinely helpful for getting the steam timing right. At 330 EUR this is a serious investment, but if you cook proteins regularly and want restaurant-quality results, the steam function makes a measurable difference that no standard air fryer can match.

We found the FW2028 genuinely useful for people who want steaming alongside air frying. Steamed broccoli came out tender in about 12 minutes, while fries crisped up in 15 minutes at 200C in the same machine. The grill plate is the same quality as the EZ505 model. At 130 EUR, it costs more than a basic air fryer, but less than buying an air fryer and a steamer separately. The 4.2 L capacity works for 2 to 3 people, not more.