Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer (2025) Review Check Price on Amazon
Does a $350 countertop “super oven” really air fry as well as baskets—AND bake, toast, and roast better than everything else? We spent weeks on the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer to bring you the truth.
Specs & Features
- 1 cubic foot capacity—13” pizza, 9 slices bread
- Super convection, Element IQ heat
- 13 preset functions (air fry, bake, toast, pizza, dehydrate, proof)
- Stainless steel, digital screen (rotary and buttons)
- Accessories: Air fry basket, oven rack, baking pan, pizza tray, broil rack
Real-Life Air Fry Results
- Fries/Nuggets: Not quite as crisp as the best basket fryers, but finish is close. Big batches shine—no crowding.
- Pizza: Best countertop results, bubbly crust and cheese
- Roasting: Veggies, chicken, and even hard root veg caramelize beautifully
- Toasting/Baking: Gold standard—bread, cookies, and cake
Cleaning & Usability
- Trays, baskets: removable and dishwasher safe
- Crumbs and oil: Drip tray catches, but after wings you NEED a quick wipe
- Large, needs space; not portable!
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Whisper quiet, perfect toast/sweets, bakes bread/cakes
- Sleek interface, precise controls
- Best for replacing multiple kitchen appliances
Cons:
- Costly, takes up tons of counter space
- Air fry slightly slower and just short of basket texture for small snacks
- No internal light for air fry function
Who Should Buy?
- Cooks who want to replace oven AND toaster
- Family kitchen with big counter space
- Frequent bakers, batch cooks, meal preppers
FAQ
Q: Is it hard to clean?
A: No, just occasional deep cleans around tray and fan.
Q: Quick snacks for one or two?
A: Basket air fryer is faster and crisper; Breville shines for meal-size and baking.
Q: Does it get hot on the outside?
A: Yes, like an oven—leave air space around.
Verdict
Not for every kitchen, but the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer is worth it for families, bakers, and anyone who wants one machine to rule them all.
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