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 8.3L pan takes up to 2 kg of food. It is 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 do not 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 is not a microwave or a steam oven and has no steam function. It is a single-drawer air fryer that is very versatile: it also roasts, grills, 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 deep, 33 to 34 cm wide and 35 cm 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 is also the feature buyers praise most: whole chickens, duck breasts, pork fillets and salmon come out more consistently than with a simple timer. For poultry, aim for at least 74°C 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 probe built in. 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 programmes and the app.

Rapid CombiAir, 22 functions and gentle cooking

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

On results, buyer feedback describes well-browned fries and vegetables, and even cooking on large batches thanks to the wide pan. Keep one limit in mind: the maximum temperature is 200°C, while some rivals reach 230 or 240°C. For hard searing, it is 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 ends, save your favourite programmes and follow guided recipes, many designed around the probe. It is 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 programmes, live in the app: if you would rather not use a smartphone in the kitchen, part of the appeal goes away. To compare with other smart models, read our connected air fryer comparison.

Strengths and limits

Strengths

• Built-in food probe: more consistent meat and fish, no separate thermometer needed.
• Large 8.3L pan: 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 programmes.
• Cleaning: the removable food-contact parts are dishwasher-safe according to the manufacturer.

Limits

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

How it compares with the alternatives

Ninja Foodi MAX Double Stack XL (9.5L)

Two stacked 4.75L drawers, each set independently, with a function that makes both finish together. It is 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 (6.4L)

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 connected model without a probe.

Ninja Foodi FlexDrawer (10.4L)

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

Who is it for?

• Roast and poultry lovers, who will 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 wanting to partly replace the oven for small and medium quantities.

It is 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 programmes are available straight away. For a first try, pick a simple probe recipe such as chicken breast or pork roast to see how the appliance handles the end of cooking on its own. Do not fill the pan 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 worktop and the clearance under your cabinets before ordering.
• Overfilling the pan: 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 your network reaches the kitchen if you want remote monitoring.

Safety and care

Like any 2,200 W air fryer, plug it straight into a wall socket rather than an extension lead, and leave space around it for the hot air outlet. Do not run it under a low cabinet. Clean the pan 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 watching over them: the built-in probe, the large pan and the gentle cooking modes make it a very complete appliance. Its limits are clear: it is 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 connected model, look at the Cosori Dual Blaze. Find all our recommendations in our best air fryers guide.