One tip... My wife and I purchased one about four years ago... very satisfied overall. As mentioned in this review, the top (outside) can get very hot. Since the heat rises, you do need to think about the clearance of any kitchen cabinets above it. An online tip we saw, when deciding to purchase it, was to place a wooden cutting board on top of the oven to cover the top of the oven and absorb the heat from the top of the oven. It seems to work well since the dense wood prevents transferring a lot of the oven's heat into the air.
Thanks for the suggestion. Glad you’re happy with it. Seemed like a good idea and I ordered the cutting board along with the oven this morning on Amazons Black Friday sale.
Great, honest review. I like how you show that it's a lot of work to keep clean and how even then it doesn't get quite perfectly clean. I bought one of these years ago which I left in the house when it was sold. I used it for about 2 years and most meals were cooked with it. Great unit! My biggest complaint is, of course, the cleaning. The aluminum element guards and the metal shelf guides are impossible to get clean. I am thinking of getting another one but that's the biggest barrier to me just doing it.
I really appreciate your thoughtful comment! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the unit for so long. If you do decide to get another one, I hope the cleaning becomes a little less daunting!
Very nice video.. Very well presented. Have owned their products for years. Really interested in what you’ve cooked and the settings you’ve used. Tips and tricks that might save us those “ issues “ that may arise during use. Those things you discovered during the 11-months you’ve owned-it. Personally, this wasn’t purchased for the air fryer functions, that was a bonus…. My third Breville oven., which I chose over the Wolf counter top elite. Thank you again for taking the time to put this together.. 😊
I'm using oven cleaner (like Easy Off) just place the pans/shelves in a sink, spray generously, I always keep a little fan nearby that blows air away from me so I don't inhale the toxic fumes, wait a bit then use your faucet spray to rinse, protect your hands by wearing latex gloves, dry using microfiber towels, they will look like new. You can spray the inside of the oven too, wait a bit then go with a wet rag and wipe out everything, I use a flash light to get a better view of interior.
Thank you Christina for your very helpful information. Now I feel confident buying this. You provided details that no other You Tuber had. It was like having the appliance right in front of me for inspection. Was excited to see how successful your loaf of bread was. This will be great for making veggie topped Focaccia. Your cleaning tips were helpful but I think Ill keep my air fryer with grease filter handy for super messy stuff.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled that you found the video helpful and that it gave you the confidence you needed. Enjoy making that Focaccia!
I've had this for years. It's a great counter top oven. I put it away for now and put a simple toaster in it's place since I use the oven and don't eat toast often..
Thanks for clarifying dimensions since it looks like Amazon tacks on the handle depth to the total depth measurement. If air-frying something like french fries coated in olive oil do you need to put a tray beneath the frying baskets to collect dripping oil?
Another reviewer said they get liquid coming out of the door onto the countertop , does this happen to you, and if so how do you deal with it. Thank you
Yes, the Le Creuset Round Signature Dutch Oven 7.25qt should fit comfortably with the lid and handles. Just make sure to check the dimensions of your storage space first!
@@ProductPortfolio I called Williams- Sonoma and they said width wise it would work but with a lid on it wouldn't fit height wise....I don't think the person actually did what I requested though and tried to actually put the le creuset inside....maybe the lowest rack setting is too high for it with the lid?
To clean inside an oven, I put a large bowl of boiling water in the oven, shut the door, and let it sit for a few minutes. Then, I use a low-abrasion 3M scouring pad (blue) to lift the easier deposits, followed by a stainless steel scouring pad to tackle the hard burnt-on tougher grime. The finishing touch is to wipe it down with a micro-fibre cloth to remove smears & buff the glass.
Just FYI, the grease stains you're talking about are oil polymerization. This is the same process that seasons cast iron skillets, for example. Not harming anything and completely cosmetic (unless you notice decreased fan output)
What chemical is used to coat it inside? Doesn’t look ceramic and is not clean stainless steel, can somebody explain what paint was used for air fryer coating inside?
Hey Cristina, great review. One question i had... Is this 100% stainless steel inside or does it have any teflon surfaces inside that can cause health issues. Thanks!
Sure you’re right but would prob make it so large it might not be as practical or desirable. Ordered one this morning along with the cutting board for the top.
Mine had a terrible issue with smoking. Finally I had a serious talk with it and got it some nicotine patches and it cut back on its smoking significantly.
Wouldn’t use the magic eraser-it’s carcinogenic and is literally a very fine sandpaper. Wondering if a Scrub daddy and the extra power Dawn (the kind you spray) might work well?
@@ProductPortfolio oh? I bought the Joule. Burgers came out perfect using app. Steaks not so much, temp was off by a lot. Had to find a way to take control of that. Unlike old reg Breville oven I had for 10 yrs. It wasnt simple.
too big for my kitchen and i'm very broke, so i'm defiantly getting one on black friday may the lord have mercy on my messy cluttered house and soul and wallet
I'm sitting along with you. The company website has smaller versions. Crossing my fingers I can find an affordable one even if it means doing without some " bells and whistles. " Best wishes!
@@bridgettstephens5582 tbh I think (personally) a lot of the extra features are gimmicky! Like I'm sure you can also dry food if you set the tempt o say 50c and use super convection? I'm not sure if the device will allow it tho. smaller also means more efficient and less energy if it's big enough! I"m tempted to go with the smaller ones because it's also cheaper, but i'm caught in the "what if"
air frying in this for things like chicken wings is awful. awful in that the grease get all in the heat elements on the bottom and they are super hard to clean. because they are so hard to clean THAT is what causes the smoking, the burnt on grease directly on the heat elements. Overall I LOVE the Breville Smart Oven, I am currently on my second one (but its on its last leg after 5 years of heavy use), so I am looking to replace it, and it will be replaced with another Breville Smart Oven! And I have never had and issue with toast, it works GREAT for toast and for toasting bagels. Definitely measure your space before you purchase, its a HUGE toaster oven.
One tip... My wife and I purchased one about four years ago... very satisfied overall. As mentioned in this review, the top (outside) can get very hot. Since the heat rises, you do need to think about the clearance of any kitchen cabinets above it. An online tip we saw, when deciding to purchase it, was to place a wooden cutting board on top of the oven to cover the top of the oven and absorb the heat from the top of the oven. It seems to work well since the dense wood prevents transferring a lot of the oven's heat into the air.
I appreciate you taking the time to share your tip. It's awesome to hear that you're satisfied with your purchase.
Thanks for the suggestion. Glad you’re happy with it. Seemed like a good idea and I ordered the cutting board along with the oven this morning on Amazons Black Friday sale.
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We’ve had ours for about 2 weeks and love it. We use it almost every day.
Great, honest review. I like how you show that it's a lot of work to keep clean and how even then it doesn't get quite perfectly clean. I bought one of these years ago which I left in the house when it was sold. I used it for about 2 years and most meals were cooked with it. Great unit! My biggest complaint is, of course, the cleaning. The aluminum element guards and the metal shelf guides are impossible to get clean. I am thinking of getting another one but that's the biggest barrier to me just doing it.
I really appreciate your thoughtful comment! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the unit for so long. If you do decide to get another one, I hope the cleaning becomes a little less daunting!
Very nice video.. Very well presented. Have owned their products for years. Really interested in what you’ve cooked and the settings you’ve used. Tips and tricks that might save us those “ issues “ that may arise during use. Those things you discovered during the 11-months you’ve owned-it.
Personally, this wasn’t purchased for the air fryer functions, that was a bonus….
My third Breville oven., which I chose over the Wolf counter top elite.
Thank you again for taking the time to put this together.. 😊
Thank you so much for your kind words and for being a loyal viewer of my content!
I'm using oven cleaner (like Easy Off) just place the pans/shelves in a sink, spray generously, I always keep a little fan nearby that blows air away from me so I don't inhale the toxic fumes, wait a bit then use your faucet spray to rinse, protect your hands by wearing latex gloves, dry using microfiber towels, they will look like new. You can spray the inside of the oven too, wait a bit then go with a wet rag and wipe out everything, I use a flash light to get a better view of interior.
I appreciate you sharing your detailed cleaning process. It's always great to learn new ways to keep things tidy!
Thank you Christina for your very helpful information. Now I feel confident buying this. You provided details that no other You Tuber had. It was like having the appliance right in front of me for inspection.
Was excited to see how successful your loaf of bread was. This will be great for making veggie topped Focaccia.
Your cleaning tips were helpful but I think Ill keep my air fryer with grease filter handy for super messy stuff.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled that you found the video helpful and that it gave you the confidence you needed. Enjoy making that Focaccia!
We love,love,love ours ! Breville makes amazing products and great product support.
Thank you for sharing your positive experience! Breville really does provide top-notch products and support.
I forgot to mention I love all your Kitchen Appliances in the back ground
Thank you so much for noticing! I love my kitchen gadgets too.
I've had this for years. It's a great counter top oven. I put it away for now and put a simple toaster in it's place since I use the oven and don't eat toast often..
The toaster must be feeling a bit neglected now!
Thanks for clarifying dimensions since it looks like Amazon tacks on the handle depth to the total depth measurement. If air-frying something like french fries coated in olive oil do you need to put a tray beneath the frying baskets to collect dripping oil?
Good catch on the Amazon dimensions! And yep, definitely use a tray under the baskets to avoid a mess with the olive oil-coated fries.
Would this be a similar situation with any given oven. Like a oven in the home. As far as cleaning goes. Thank You.
It depends on the type of oven you have at home, but the cleaning process may be similar in some aspects.
Another reviewer said they get liquid coming out of the door onto the countertop , does this happen to you, and if so how do you deal with it. Thank you
No, I don’t have a problem with this, but there is some sort of venting opening to allow for steam to come out.
mine does this “leaking” too
I'm curious as to the cause of grease ? I thought one of the advantages of air frying is less to no oil needed. Have I got this wrong. ?
Hey there! The grease in air frying usually comes from the natural fats in the food, but it's still way healthier than deep frying!
Great video. Can more than one air fry tray be used at the same time?
Yes you can!
They make a cutting board to keep the heat off the top. So you can put something on the top with the board they sell.
Appreciate the heads-up on the cutting board accessory!
Can I fit a Le Creuset Round Signature Dutch Oven 7.25qt inside with lid and handles?
Yes, the Le Creuset Round Signature Dutch Oven 7.25qt should fit comfortably with the lid and handles. Just make sure to check the dimensions of your storage space first!
@@ProductPortfolio I called Williams- Sonoma and they said width wise it would work but with a lid on it wouldn't fit height wise....I don't think the person actually did what I requested though and tried to actually put the le creuset inside....maybe the lowest rack setting is too high for it with the lid?
To clean inside an oven, I put a large bowl of boiling water in the oven, shut the door, and let it sit for a few minutes. Then, I use a low-abrasion 3M scouring pad (blue) to lift the easier deposits, followed by a stainless steel scouring pad to tackle the hard burnt-on tougher grime.
The finishing touch is to wipe it down with a micro-fibre cloth to remove smears & buff the glass.
Great tips for cleaning the oven! Thanks for sharing.
Just FYI, the grease stains you're talking about are oil polymerization. This is the same process that seasons cast iron skillets, for example. Not harming anything and completely cosmetic (unless you notice decreased fan output)
Good to know! Thanks for the info!
Thanks for the info!!
You bet!
What chemical is used to coat it inside?
Doesn’t look ceramic and is not clean stainless steel, can somebody explain what paint was used for air fryer coating inside?
Hey Cristina, great review. One question i had... Is this 100% stainless steel inside or does it have any teflon surfaces inside that can cause health issues. Thanks!
100% stainless steel inside yes only and thanks for watching. Also sub up on my health channel @christinanicci
@@ProductPortfolio Subbed both! Thanks for answering
Dawn Power Wash works great on racks.
Absolutely! Dawn Power Wash really does an amazing job on racks and makes cleaning so much easier.
do you use the convection option when baking a cake?
sure!
Quick tip: Magic eraser is a name brand. They are melamine sponges, and you can get 50 for like 12 dollars online.
Great point! Melamine sponges are super versatile and budget-friendly. Thanks for sharing that tip!
It seems like if they had put a little insulation around it, they could've made it more energy efficient.
That's a great observation! Insulation can definitely make a big difference in energy efficiency.
Sure you’re right but would prob make it so large it might not be as practical or desirable. Ordered one this morning along with the cutting board for the top.
Mine had a terrible issue with smoking. Finally I had a serious talk with it and got it some nicotine patches and it cut back on its smoking significantly.
Who knew that a serious chat and some patches could turn a smoker into a non-smoker? Talk about a glow-up!
Wouldn’t use the magic eraser-it’s carcinogenic and is literally a very fine sandpaper. Wondering if a Scrub daddy and the extra power Dawn (the kind you spray) might work well?
Thanks for the heads up about the magic eraser! It's always good to be aware of potential risks.
Can I heat milk in a cup inside?
Yes, you can heat milk in a cup inside, but make sure to do it slowly to avoid scorching it.
is this the regular or pro version?
regular
I think they are the same units with Pro extra features like light, etc
is this the Joule?
no its not but i do have a video live stream on the Joule
@@ProductPortfolio oh? I bought the Joule. Burgers came out perfect using app. Steaks not so much, temp was off by a lot. Had to find a way to take control of that. Unlike old reg Breville oven I had for 10 yrs. It wasnt simple.
How about bread rolls ? I’m looking for an oven that can bake perfect gluten-free bread rolls - can anyone reassure me that it is a good choice ?
Yes a good choice please use my link and you will be happy!
Mine leaks like crazy all over the counter top
I'm sorry to hear that! Leaks can be such a hassle.
mine too
I liked your video well done.(:=()
Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
too big for my kitchen and i'm very broke, so i'm defiantly getting one on black friday may the lord have mercy on my messy cluttered house and soul and wallet
I'm sitting along with you. The company website has smaller versions. Crossing my fingers I can find an affordable one even if it means doing without some " bells and whistles. " Best wishes!
@@bridgettstephens5582 tbh I think (personally) a lot of the extra features are gimmicky! Like I'm sure you can also dry food if you set the tempt o say 50c and use super convection? I'm not sure if the device will allow it tho.
smaller also means more efficient and less energy if it's big enough! I"m tempted to go with the smaller ones because it's also cheaper, but i'm caught in the "what if"
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! I hope you find the perfect deal on Black Friday to help tackle that kitchen chaos!
Quality of video is bad only 720p this is 2025 come on we have 4K tv and phones
air frying in this for things like chicken wings is awful. awful in that the grease get all in the heat elements on the bottom and they are super hard to clean. because they are so hard to clean THAT is what causes the smoking, the burnt on grease directly on the heat elements. Overall I LOVE the Breville Smart Oven, I am currently on my second one (but its on its last leg after 5 years of heavy use), so I am looking to replace it, and it will be replaced with another Breville Smart Oven! And I have never had and issue with toast, it works GREAT for toast and for toasting bagels. Definitely measure your space before you purchase, its a HUGE toaster oven.
Is this air fryer toxic 😢
Toxic? The only thing toxic about an air fryer is the amount of deliciousness it can unleash on your taste buds!