Philips Airfryer Combi XXL Connected 8.3L Review 2026

The Philips Airfryer Combi XXL Connected (HD9880/90) is one of the most complete air fryers on the market in 2026: its built-in food probe stops meat at the right doneness, and its 8.3 L (8.8 qt) basket takes up to 2 kg (about 4.4 lb) of food. It’s an excellent choice if you often cook roasts, poultry and fish for a family; if you mainly want to cook two different dishes at the same time, a dual-drawer model will suit you better.

This review is based on Philips’ published specifications, independent reviews and verified buyer feedback. We don’t present in-house measurements. To see every model we cover, visit our air fryers page.

What the Philips Combi XXL Connected is

The model belongs to Philips’ 7000 Series and is sold as the “7000 Series Airfryer Combi XXL Connected.” “Combi” refers to Rapid CombiAir technology: a heating element paired with dynamic airflow, which Philips describes as its fastest air circulation system. It isn’t a microwave or a steam oven, and it has no steam function. It’s a very versatile single-drawer air fryer: it also roasts, broils, bakes, reheats and cooks gently at low temperatures.

Three things set it apart: the food probe, the Wi-Fi link to the Philips HomeID app (which replaced the older NutriU app), and the option, through the app, to adjust air speed as well as time and temperature.

Specifications

Dimensions vary slightly between retailer listings: allow roughly 44 cm (17 in.) deep, 33 to 34 cm (13 in.) wide and 35 cm (14 in.) high. Leave space above and behind the appliance for the hot air to escape.

The food probe: its real strength

The probe changes how you cook meat. You insert it into the centre of the piece, choose your doneness (from rare to well done), and the appliance tracks the core temperature as it cooks. No more guessing how long a roast needs when its weight or thickness changes from one week to the next.

It’s also the feature buyers praise most: whole chickens, duck breasts, pork tenderloins and salmon come out more consistently than with a simple timer. For poultry, aim for at least 74°C (165°F) at the core, in line with common food safety guidance, and place the tip in the thickest part, away from the bone.

Few consumer air fryers come with a built-in probe. Ninja offers one on some versions of its models, and separate wireless thermometers exist, but on the Philips the probe is tied directly into the cooking programs and the app.

Rapid CombiAir, 22 functions and gentle cooking

Philips lists 22 ways to cook, among them air frying, roasting, broiling, baking, reheating, dehydrating and slow cooking. Thanks to the air speed setting in the app, the appliance can work at low temperatures (from 40°C, or 105°F) with a gentler airflow, which is useful for stews, low-temperature meat or proofing dough.

As for results, buyer reviews describe well-browned fries and vegetables, and even cooking on large batches thanks to the wide basket. Keep one limitation in mind: the maximum temperature is 200°C (400°F), while some rivals reach 230 or 240°C (450 or 465°F). For hard searing, it’s slightly less powerful.

The HomeID app in daily use

The Philips HomeID app lets you start and follow a cook remotely, get a notification when it’s done, save your favourite programs and follow guided recipes, many of them designed around the probe. It’s free and needs no subscription for these core features.

You can still use the appliance without a phone, through the display and dial. However, several buyers note that the finest settings, such as air speed and some programs, live in the app: if you’d rather not use a phone in the kitchen, part of the appeal goes away. To compare it with other smart models, read our smart air fryer comparison.

Strengths and limitations

Strengths

• Built-in food probe: more consistent meat and fish, no separate thermometer needed.
• Large 8.3 L basket: up to about 2 kg of food, room for a whole chicken.
• Versatility: 22 functions, gentle cooking and adjustable air speed.
• HomeID app: remote monitoring, guided recipes and saved programs.
• Cleaning: the removable food-contact parts are dishwasher-safe, according to the manufacturer.

Limitations

• Bulky and heavy: about 9 kg, with a large countertop footprint.
• Single drawer: you can’t cook two dishes at two different temperatures at once.
• 200°C (400°F) maximum: a little lower than some rivals for searing.
• Reliance on the app for advanced settings.
• Premium positioning: it mostly makes sense if you’ll really use the probe.

How it compares with the alternatives

Ninja Foodi MAX Double Stack XL (9.5 L)

Two stacked 4.75 L (5 qt) drawers, each set independently, with a function that makes both finish together. It’s the best choice if you often cook a main and a side at the same time. It reaches higher temperatures but has no app. Our Ninja vs Philips comparison covers the differences between the two brands.

Cosori Dual Blaze (6.4 L)

One heating element at the top and one at the bottom to brown both sides without flipping, plus an app (VeSync) to control cooking. More compact and more affordable than the Philips, it suits couples and small families who want a smart model without a probe.

Ninja Foodi FlexDrawer (10.4 L)

A very large drawer that can be split into two zones with a removable divider. Ideal for big families and large roasts, without Wi-Fi.

Who is it for?

• Roast and poultry lovers, who’ll get the most from the probe every time.
• Families of four to six who cook a main dish in a single batch.
• People who like guided cooking and following the cook on their phone from another room.
• Anyone who wants to partly replace the oven for small and medium quantities.

It’s less suited to small kitchens, to people who want a very simple appliance without an app, and to those who almost always cook two different dishes at once.

Getting started with the Combi XXL Connected

Install the app and connect the appliance to Wi-Fi before your first cook, so the guided programs are available right away. For a first try, pick a simple probe recipe, such as chicken breast or a pork roast, to see how the appliance handles the end of cooking on its own. Don’t fill the basket to the brim, let meat rest for a few minutes after cooking, and note the settings you like so you can save them as favourites.

Mistakes to avoid

• Buying it for the probe if you rarely cook meat: if you mostly make fries and vegetables, a simpler model will do.
• Underestimating the space: measure your counter and the clearance under your cabinets before ordering.
• Overfilling the basket: beyond the recommended amount, air circulates poorly and crispness suffers.
• Placing the probe badly: in the centre of the thickest part, never against a bone or in fat.
• Ignoring Wi-Fi coverage: check that your network reaches the kitchen if you want remote monitoring.

Safety and care

As with any high-wattage air fryer, plug it straight into a wall outlet rather than an extension cord, and leave space around it for the hot-air outlet. Don’t run it under a low cabinet. Clean the basket and rack after each use to avoid grease build-up, and wipe the probe with a damp cloth as the manual describes. For good habits, see our air fryer cleaning guide.

Our verdict

The Philips Airfryer Combi XXL Connected is the most sensible choice if you want meat and fish cooked to the right doneness without having to watch over them: the built-in probe, the large basket and the gentle cooking modes make it a very complete appliance. Its limitations are clear: it’s heavy, it has a single drawer and its advanced settings live in the app.

If you mostly cook two dishes at once, go for the Ninja Double Stack XL. If you want a more compact smart model, look at the Cosori Dual Blaze. Find all our recommendations in our best air fryers guide.