Cosori TurboBlaze Review

The Cosori TurboBlaze features a generous capacity that makes it ideal for families or meal prep enthusiasts, and as a bonus, its sleek design won't look out of place on any kitchen counter.

Cooking Quality

I cooked and tasted several meals using the TurboBlaze, cooking everything from fish to poultry to fried potatoes. I looked for French fries and tater tots with good crispiness and texture, chicken wings with even browning and juiciness, and salmon for optimal moisture retention and crisp skin.

Tater Tots and Fries

For my French fries and tater tots test, the TurboBlaze produced exceptional results after a recommended four-minute preheat. The exterior achieved that coveted crunch — the kind that breaks cleanly like a potato chip rather than feeling hard or overcooked.

The interior remained fluffy and tender, creating the perfect contrast of textures. While the browning wasn't perfectly even across every piece, it came remarkably close to achieving uniformity throughout the batch. I was seriously impressed with how good these fries and tots were. They tasted just as good as the deep-fried french fries my husband makes (but don't tell him that).

Chicken Wings

My chicken wing evaluation revealed the TurboBlaze's ability to handle protein with finesse. The results showed good browning, and there was a slight crisping, though I wished they were crispier. More importantly, the wings retained excellent juiciness throughout, avoiding the dry, overcooked texture that plagues many air fryers when cooking meat.

Salmon

I was pleasantly surprised with how good the salmon was in the TurboBlaze. The filet emerged with very juicy interior and nicely crisped skin that produced an audible rasp and crackle when scraped with a fork. The exterior developed a light crispiness and appealing browning that enhanced both the visual appeal and flavor of the finished dish.

Cooking Speed

Speed can be a double-edged sword in air fryers — I've found that models that cook too quickly often lead to burnt food if you follow standard recipe timing. The TurboBlaze strikes a good balance in this regard. After its four-minute preheat period, it required 18 minutes to properly cook frozen tater tots to completion, which is fairly fast compared to other fryers I tested. This timing gives you enough leeway to check on your food without worrying about finding charred results.

For the salmon test, the TurboBlaze needed 10 minutes after preheating to reach 145°F. This was way faster than most air fryers I've used, which is particularly impressive since it maintained good juiciness. One of the benefits of an air fryer is being able to make foods quickly, and I was happy to see that this large-capacity unit excelled here, making it a great choice for families.

Temperature Accuracy

Temperature consistency is crucial for predictable cooking results, and I was pleased to note that the TurboBlaze mostly stayed put at its set temperature. During the 20-minute test at a target temperature of 400°F, the actual average temperature measured 395.7°F — just 4.3 degrees below the set point.

The exterior temperature reached 140°F during operation, which just meets the burn threshold. While you should still exercise caution when handling the unit during and immediately after cooking, it's not as hot as some competitors I've tested.

Ease of Use

One of the TurboBlaze's strongest attributes is its user-friendly design. The sleek touchscreen controls are positioned on top of the machine and angled slightly downward for easy viewing and operation. I found the buttons extremely responsive, and the interface is intuitive enough that even first-time users can navigate it without consulting the manual.

I also like that the optional preheat function is clearly marked but not forced upon you, giving experienced users the flexibility to skip it when appropriate.

The preset options add significant versatility to the TurboBlaze. Beyond the standard air fry function, you get preheat, reheat, dehydrate, bake, proof, and warm settings. The “Turbo Modes” include air fry, roast, broil, and frozen food settings, each optimized with different fan speeds for best results.

The included recipe book and quick-reference sticker provide helpful guidance for common cooking tasks, though experienced cooks will likely develop their own preferred settings over time.

Cleaning the TurboBlaze proved to be remarkably easy thanks to its excellent nonstick coating. Food residue washed away effortlessly with just soap and water, and I never encountered any stubborn stuck-on bits that required scrubbing. The only minor annoyance is that the touch screen shows fingerprints, though they wipe away easily with a damp cloth.

The one notable design flaw I encountered was the large hole in the center of the crisping tray. While this opening likely aids airflow, it's large enough for smaller food items to fall through, which can be frustrating when cooking things like Brussels sprout halves or small potato pieces.

Should You Buy the Cosori Turboblaze?

The Turboblaze is an excellent choice for families or anyone who regularly cooks larger quantities of food in their air fryer. It made some of the tastiest fries and tots I've ever had, and its combination of solid cooking performance, user-friendly controls, and easy cleanup make it a pleasure to use on a daily basis.

The quiet operation is a bonus that sets it apart from many competitors, allowing you to cook without adding noise to busy kitchen environments. While the center hole in the crisping tray can be annoying with certain foods, the overall performance and features make this a worthwhile investment for most home cooks.

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