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Breville
Halo Steam Air Fryer
around $250
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78 Pros
76%
7 reviews (1h 13m)
25 Cons
Combines air frying and steaming for healthier meals with efficient performance....
93%
28 vs 2
Cooking Performance
89%
24 vs 3
Features/Presets
74%
14 vs 5
Ease of Use/Cleaning
45%
5 vs 6
Capacity/Size
100%
2 vs 0
Design/Appearance
Reviewer verdict
Across 7 YouTube reviews, the Breville Halo Steam Air Fryer earns an Index score of 4/5, ranking #35 among Air Fryers. Reviewers most often praise its cooking performance, features/presets, ease of use/cleaning, while the most common criticisms concern durability/build quality, capacity/size.
Praised for its impressive versatility, this air fryer successfully combines multiple cooking functions, including steam fry, rotisserie, and convection baking, in one unit. Users report it produces excellent, crispy results for foods like chicken and fries, often with little to no oil. The cooking is consistently even, thanks to features like the rotating cage and smart heat technology. It's also noted for being intuitive and easy to use, with a clear digital interface, helpful presets, and fast heating that often eliminates the need for preheating. The included accessories expand its capabilities, while dishwasher-safe parts and a detachable door simplify the cleaning process.
The most significant drawback is its questionable long-term reliability, with many users reporting that their units failed within a year of purchase. Common complaints include broken rotisserie functions, malfunctioning lights, and the appliance shutting off randomly. While some parts are easy to clean, the oven-style interior and wire mesh trays are noted as being more difficult to scrub than the non-stick baskets of drawer-style fryers. The unit also has a large countertop footprint, and some users find assembling accessories like the rotisserie to be fiddly and frustrating.
Analysis based on 7 YouTube reviews (1h 13m of video) with 78 pros and 25 cons extracted.
Pros (78)
Cooking Performance (28)
- Relatively fast to reach target temperature (example: reached 200°F in ~3 minutes) ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 2:58
- Draw/ drawer designs generally have quicker cooking times due to overhead fans (drawers preferred by reviewer). ▶ Best Air Fryers Available Right Now @ 1:22
- Permet de cuire poulet, frites, poisson et petits repas (polyvalent) ▶ Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) @ 5:56
- Air fry setting creates crispy fries and wings without excess oil ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 0:47
- Element iQ technology with five independent quartz elements directs heat where needed for more even cooking and consistent results ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 0:51
- Reduces hot spots and undercooked centers (more even cooking) ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 0:59
- Super convection increases fan speed to reduce cooking times by up to 30% ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 1:11
- Increased airflow produces a golden brown exterior on roasts and baked goods ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 1:26
- Combi Wave crisps foods with little to no oil, roasts well, and reheats without drying ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 2:25
- Element iQ system (general Breville feature) delivers consistent delicious results across models ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 2:39
- Fast combi function combines convection, grill and microwave to speed meal prep ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 2:59
- Power smoothing inverter technology eliminates hot and cold spots in microwave function ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 3:19
- Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro: six-element Element iQ ensures even cooking across many functions ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 4:09
- Super convection on Pro reduces cooking time up to 30% and yields golden brown finish ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 4:44
- Even cooking results on chips—did a good job and they were evenly cooked without extra time ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 5:56
- Produces very good texture (chips described as 'perfect') ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 6:09
- Rotisserie function works (spins the chicken and cooks it through with crisp skin) ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 6:54
- Chicken cooked right through and came out nice and crisp ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 7:44
- Great toaster performance — toasts evenly and can accommodate large artisanal slices; personalized settings and clear controls. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 8:49
- Performs very well at air frying — produces crispy, even results. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 12:24
- Preheats reasonably fast (not long) improving performance. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 12:52
- Heats up instantly with no preheating needed, saving time versus a conventional oven ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 0:55
- Fast cooking (example: perfectly cooked frozen chips in 30 minutes without manual flipping) ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 0:50
- Versatile — users cooked rotisserie chicken, steak, salmon, and even cakes with good results ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 1:04
- Great reheating performance, keeping food crispy and moist (better than microwave for many users) ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 1:16
- Produces crispy results and captures drippings inside (good browning/crispiness) ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 3:31
- Cuit bien et de façon fiable selon l'utilisateur ▶ Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) @ 6:30
- Permet de manger plus sainement avec moins de graisse ▶ Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) @ 6:40
Features/Presets (24)
- Has presets and manual controls for temperature and time, plus dedicated start/stop ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 8:06
- Présente un mode steam fry (cuisson vapeur) et un mode air fryer séparés ▶ Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) @ 6:58
- Peut contenir de l'eau pour cuisson vapeur (réservoir intégré) ▶ Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) @ 6:09
- Combines air frying and convection cooking for crispy results ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 0:24
- Restaurant-quality cooking; 11 preset functions for versatile cooking from toast to slow cook ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 0:31
- Included accessories (air fry basket, roasting pan, pizza pan, wire racks) expand cooking options ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 1:49
- Combines air frying, convection oven and microwave functions in the Combi Wave 3-in-1 for versatility ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 2:12
- Cook from Frozen option simplifies preparing frozen meals ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 3:12
- 19 built-in smart presets on Combi Wave make cooking/reheating/defrosting easy ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 3:37
- 13 cooking functions (including air fry, dehydrate) increase versatility ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 4:32
- Dehydrate function enables making dried fruits, vegetables and jerky ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 5:07
- Included accessories (pizza pan, oven racks, broil rack, roasting pan, mesh basket) enhance versatility ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 5:37
- Jewel Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro offers connectivity via Breville app with 1,000 guided recipes and remote monitoring ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 6:37
- Voice activation compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa for hands-free operation ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 7:07
- Autopilot feature guides multi-step recipes and adjusts cooking modes automatically ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 7:26
- Versatility can eliminate need for separate appliances (air fryer, dehydrator) ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 7:48
- Functions as both a toaster oven and an air fryer (combines both capabilities spectacularly). ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 8:46
- Pauses timer when door/rack is pulled and resumes automatically when replaced. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 13:29
- Versatile — can bake, roast, broil, air fry and serve as a second smaller oven. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 8:53
- Luxurious, well-calibrated toast settings (light-to-dark gradient) and visible light to check doneness. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 10:54
- Highly recommended when you want both toaster oven and air frying functionality in one machine. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 15:08
- Doesn't require preheating before starting a rotisserie program (timer waits until target temp reached automatically) ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 1:34
- Livret/manuel fourni qui explique bien les utilisations ▶ Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) @ 7:08
- Simple et très facile d'utilisation, interface avec images pour choisir les modes ▶ Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) @ 6:50
Ease of Use/Cleaning (14)
- Good for cooking chips in a rotating cage and also works on trays; door opens like a normal oven ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 11:47
- LCD display clearly shows function, temperature and time making operation easy ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 1:32
- Interior light allows checking progress without opening the door ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 1:40
- Non-stick interior and dishwasher-safe parts simplify cleanup ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 2:02
- LED display and intuitive controls ease selecting settings ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 3:42
- Relatively straightforward to unpack and assemble (parts slot in / plugs in / pieces slot into place) ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 1:16
- Has a fairly big opening on the rotisserie cage making it easy to load chips ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 3:50
- Many internal parts are dishwasher friendly and the door detaches for cleaning ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 8:02
- Digital interface that is easy to navigate and clear to use. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 9:23
- Includes a perforated/mesh tray to increase airflow for crisping. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 13:11
- Lots of features and reduces friction in everyday use (easy to use controls). ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 11:07
- Easy and intuitive to use; praised by both first-time and experienced users ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 0:34
- Easy to clean — non-stick coating and trays are reported to prevent sticking and are dishwasher-safe ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 1:23
- Includes rotisserie removal tool making it easy to lift and remove the chicken ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 3:23
Capacity/Size (5)
- Spacious compared to smaller 5.5 L fryer — can cook family-sized portions ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 7:52
- Good capacity guidance: aim for ~2 L per person (useful when considering model capacity). ▶ Best Air Fryers Available Right Now @ 0:44
- Appears to be a good size and comes with multiple accessories (metal tray, grills, trays, rotisserie) ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 0:26
- Multiple rack levels / can use multiple racks like a real oven (efficient use of space). ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 9:32
- Rotisserie function can hold and cook a whole chicken (up to 1.3 kg) and rotates with forks to hold it in place ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 0:20
Value for Money (3)
- Energy and cost savings by avoiding use of the main oven; kitchen stays cooler ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 1:41
- When it works, it can become a go-to kitchen gadget that saves time and money ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 3:41
- Utilisateur satisfait recommande le produit ▶ Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) @ 7:21
Safety Features (2)
- Meets current health regulations (not PFAS-free but compliant). ▶ Best Air Fryers Available Right Now @ 0:32
- Automatic shut off included (important safety feature). ▶ Best Air Fryers Available Right Now @ 1:43
Design/Appearance (2)
- Has a steam/air vent for steam and heat exhaust ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 0:07
- Sleek front/attractive design ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 0:16
Cons (25)
Durability/Build Quality (7)
- Some users report reliability issues with other units (stopping after a few minutes and not restarting) — indicates potential quality/control issues ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 9:31
- Not PFAS-free (explicitly stated as part of the remaining models that aren’t PFAS-free). ▶ Best Air Fryers Available Right Now @ 0:24
- Durability and reliability issues — multiple reports of units failing under a year or DOA units ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 2:09
- Reported malfunctions include lights breaking, rotisserie stopping, and units switching off randomly ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 2:20
- Rotisserie function is a frequent source of frustration and can break (multiple users reported failures) ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 2:34
- Build and design quality issues — drawer not staying shut, difficulty fitting chip basket, and non-stick coating peeling ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 2:59
- Overall lifespan concerns — repeated complaints about longevity make purchase feel like a gamble ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 3:53
Capacity/Size (6)
- Capacity noted as 10 L but some comparisons mention different max chicken sizes (possible confusion about exact capacity/specs) ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 0:04
- Small oven footprint despite being called 'halo oven' (described as only small in one comment) ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 11:35
- Occupies significant counter space ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 7:50
- Large physical footprint — it is big and may dominate counter space. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 9:06
- Rotisserie basket occupies whole oven space — can't cook chips in it at the same time as other items ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 2:44
- Size limitations — 9L may be too small for a family; may need to use conventional oven for larger meals ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 3:24
Ease of Use/Cleaning (5)
- Some assembly of rotisserie (skewering and tightening spikes) is fiddly ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 6:22
- Door and interior cannot be fully immersed in water (limitation when cleaning) ▶ Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review @ 8:08
- Tray and interior (stainless steel/perforated metal) are harder to clean compared with nonstick baskets found in traditional drawer air fryers. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 14:03
- Not as easy to clean as drawer-style air fryers with nonstick baskets; food/grease can get stuck in the wire tray and inside the oven. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 14:08
- Chip basket sometimes hard to secure and a pain to wash (user-reported frustration) ▶ Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer @ 3:16
Features/Presets (3)
- When first loaded the rotisserie may lock and not turn until conditions are met (automatic lock on insertion) ▶ Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 170 @ 0:31
- Interior light turns on when cooking is complete — wording implies potential limitation (only automatic at end), though can be manually used ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 1:40
- There is a learning curve to master all features (Combi Wave and other multi-function models) ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 3:51
Value for Money (2)
- Higher price tag for the Jewel Smart Oven ▶ Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best @ 7:48
- More expensive than other options (high price). ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 9:11
Cooking Performance (2)
- Slight difference in behavior: it requires preheating (unlike some traditional models that may not), so there's a small extra step/time. ▶ Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | @ 12:53
- L'ouverture prolongée peut affecter la cuisson (il ne faut pas ouvrir longtemps) ▶ Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) @ 6:21
Review sources
- Breville Air Fryer Reviews: Which Breville Air Fryer is Best To Buy? by Kitchen Hacks — 28 pros, 4 cons
- Should You Get an Air Fryer or an Air Fryer Toaster Oven? | Gear Heads by America's Test Kitchen — 12 pros, 5 cons
- Breville Halo 9L Air Fryer 8 pros, 8 cons
- Review Breville Halo Air Fryer 9L Digital Air Fryer Oven 1700W Power for Fast Results 50% More Energ by Echo & Ethos — 10 pros, 4 cons
- Breville halo rotisserie air fryer review by KALBO — 8 pros, 2 cons
- Review Breville Heteluchtfriteuse Halo Flexi, 7L (SteamFry) 8 pros, 1 cons
- Best Air Fryers Available Right Now by Candid Clara — 4 pros, 1 cons
Frequently asked questions
Is the Breville Halo Steam Air Fryer worth buying?
Based on 7 independent YouTube reviews, the Breville Halo Steam Air Fryer scores 4/5 with 78 positive and 25 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #35 in the Air Fryers category.
What do reviewers like most about the Breville Halo Steam Air Fryer?
The most praised aspects are cooking performance, features/presets, ease of use/cleaning — Cooking Performance (28 mentions), Features/Presets (24 mentions), Ease of Use/Cleaning (14 mentions).
What are the most common complaints about the Breville Halo Steam Air Fryer?
Reviewers most frequently criticize durability/build quality, capacity/size — Durability/Build Quality (7 mentions), Capacity/Size (6 mentions).
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