Philips 5000 Series SteamFryer review

Confession: I’m a huge foodie, but I’ve never been much of a cook, at least not beyond the basics. As much as I love to eat, levelling up my skills in the kitchen has always seemed a time-intensive affair that I’m too tired to attempt after my 9-to-6. Getting an air fryer when the appliance first became a hit was a major cheat code, but fast forward a decade, and there are only so many times I can pat myself on the back for air-fried salmon and broccoli. 

With my air fryer on its last legs, I’d been on the hunt for something newer and better. So when Philips—the inventor of air fryers—reached out offering their brand-new first-of-its-kind 5000 Series SteamFryer ($389) for review, I jumped at the chance.

What are the functions of the Philips 5000 Series SteamFryer?

On paper, the Philips 5000 Series SteamFryer reads like a revolution, blowing your average air fryer out of the water. Essentially, a SteamFryer is an air fryer that also incorporates steam cooking, but what sets the Philips 5000 Series apart is that it’s truly first of its kind. 

Unlike other air fryers with steam functions that simply mist the surface of your food, this one actively integrates steam into the cooking process, going beyond a superficial add-on to deliver more even, consistent results throughout.

Combines the best of air frying and steaming at the same time

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