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Smart kitchen, compared like an air fryer

Multicookers, coffee machines, scales, thermometers, smart plugs — one method, one bar.

After combing through air fryers, we apply the same rigorous grid to the wider ecosystem: devices that cook, weigh, measure and switch things on from across the room. The goal: cut out the gadgets, keep what actually makes daily life easier.

Our 5 categories

01 · Category

Smart multicookers

The automated heart of the kitchen: WiFi programs, guided recipes, all-in-one.

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02 · Category

Coffee machines

From bean-to-cup to espresso — daily reliability first, showroom features second.

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03 · Category

Kitchen scales

Accuracy, app sync, nutrient tracking — the foundation of a controlled kitchen.

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04 · Category

Meat thermometers

Perfect doneness to the degree, whether you grill, air-fry or roast.

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05 · Category

Smart plugs

Remote-control any appliance — your air fryer included.

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Compare up to 3 models side by side, across every category.

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F · A · Q

Frequently asked questions

Yes, for small and medium portions an air fryer usually uses less electricity than a conventional oven, because its compact chamber heats quickly and needs little preheating. For large batches or big dishes, the oven is still the better tool. Check the wattage on the spec sheet and compare it with the real cooking time.

Aim for roughly 3 to 4 litres for one or two people and 5 to 6 litres for a family of three or four. Beyond that, a dual-drawer model lets you cook two foods at once. A basket that is too small forces you to cook in batches, which cancels out the time and energy savings.

No, most smart kitchen appliances can also be operated manually; Wi-Fi mainly adds guided recipes, notifications and firmware updates. Before buying, check which functions still work offline and read the app's privacy policy, since the data it collects falls under the GDPR in Europe.

Yes, as long as the smart plug is rated for more power than the appliance draws, which is printed in watts on its label. High-draw items such as kettles and air fryers often need a 16 A plug. Avoid leaving a heating appliance running unattended, even when controlled remotely.

A multicooker is more versatile: it typically combines pressure cooking, slow cooking, sautéing and steaming in one pot, whereas a slow cooker only cooks gently over several hours. Choose a multicooker if you want fast and varied meals, and a slow cooker if stews are all you need and you want to spend less.