The Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer is the air fryer that makes converts out of skeptics. It’s easy to assemble, use, and clean, and, most importantly, it does a great job with whatever function you use it for.
In a sense, it’s made a convert out of me. Regarding the best air fryers, I favor oven-style models over basket-style ones since they often come with a toast function (still not on offer here) and plenty of room to spread out whatever is being prepared. Plus, the insides of many basket-style air fryers use plastic in places that can leach into the food, which is certainly not the case here.
Cosori is not the most established brand. However, it has delivered a quality product with the Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer. Its biggest weakness is also one of its main strengths – its strong cooking power makes it easy to overcook food if you don’t adjust for it. There’s little to dislike unless you’re completely opposed to the form factor. So, if you’re looking for a great air fryer, remember this one, especially since it’s relatively affordable.
James Holland has spent the last three years testing, reviewing, and writing about all sorts of tech, whether computers and related peripherals to smart home devices, robot vacuums, or kitchen appliances. His work has been published in Top Ten Reviews, TechRadar, T3.com, and Android Police. When he’s not working, he plays music or at least pretends to. He also likes to eat questionable fusion-type foods. James tested the Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer throughout a couple of weeks, including testing most of the functions for multiple types of dishes.
Cosori TurboBlaze: Key Specs
| Row 0 - Cell 0 | Row 0 - Cell 1 |
| Capacity: | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
| Power: | 1725 watts |
| Functions: | Air fry, roast, bake, broil, dehydrate, frozen, proof, reheat, keep warm |
| Weight | 13.2lbs / 6 kg |
Cosori TurboBlaze: Price & availability
The Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer has recently been launched in the U.S. with a list price of $119.99. It can be bought directly from Cosori or Amazon.
While the Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer is affordable at $119.99, it’s not a screaming deal. But that’s okay. It’s still a great price for a great product. Where there’s some contention is the fact that it seems to only be available through Cosori directly. Maybe this contributes to that lower price tag, but for now, you won’t be able to use any Amazon or Walmart gift cards to get this. Strangely, plenty of other Cosori products are available on Amazon, so maybe things will change between when I’m writing and when you’re reading this.
Cosori TurboBlaze: Setup
The Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer is essentially plug-and-play out of the box. It’s probably a good idea to wash the basket and crisper plate before using them, but the setup is essentially just placing the crisper plate inside the basket and plugging the air fryer into the wall.
While I wish there were some additional accessories included for versatility’s sake, that’s just me nitpicking. With what's included in the box, you can take care of most air fryer-related recipes. Plus, like any good air fryer, it has a recipe book to try out all the different functions.
Cosori TurboBlaze: Design
The Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer doesn’t break the mold looks-wise, though it does look good in mostly matte black. More importantly, while the outside is made of plastic, albeit a very sturdy and durable-feeling plastic, including the covering of the LED panel, the inside, including both the basket and the part of the unit touching the basket, is all metal, meaning that nothing plastic gets close to the food.
Speaking of that LED panel, it’s situated on top of the air fryer but at an angle to be accessible during use. The buttons are capacitive, so you can touch the panel to adjust temperature, time, or cooking function. And all the available controls are here. Though you can easily press up or down for both temp and time, it would be nice to input specific times with a number pad as you can on a microwave. That said, this is typical of air fryers as there needs to be plenty of space for all the function buttons. Of course, the top panel has plenty of space for more controls.
As far as cooking functions go, there are technically nine on offer: air fry, roast, bake, broil, dehydrate, defrost, proof, reheat, and keep warm. They’re essentially temperature and time pre-sets. The frozen function seems redundant as you can do 'air fry' for most frozen foods. Still, they’re very useful, especially if you’re new to air fryers and don’t know what temperature and time settings to use.
Regarding safety features, there’s one active one: the air fryer will automatically turn off when the basket is removed. More passively, the outside of the air fryer doesn’t get that hot during use. While you should always exercise caution, you’re not likely to accidentally burn yourself touching the outside of the air fryer.
Cosori TurboBlaze: Performance
Like most air fryers, the Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer is incredibly easy to use. Press the function you want to use, adjust the time and temperature, and press start. Cosori advertises this model as cooking 46% faster than other AC-motor-powered air fryers (this model uses a DC motor for those interested). While I can’t vouch for that statistic, I can say that this air fryer cooked faster than expected. Or, I should say, it is more powerful than it looks.
Whenever cooking something, if I followed the directions, whether it was to cook salmon or frozen pastries, I would regularly find my food overcooked if I didn’t shave a few minutes off the recommended cooking times.
While that’s a testament to the power of this air fryer, it’s also a pain as you can’t follow the directions blindly with satisfying results (unless you like overcooked food). If you’re able to adjust every time you cook mentally, you do save time with the Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer.
As far as capacity goes, six quarts is fairly sizable, more than enough to make a decent amount of sides or even filets of salmon for a group of five to eat. And, since the basket uses a more square-ish design, you’re not as limited as other air fryers if you want to put a baking pan in.
As far as cleanup goes, the interior of the basket and the crisper plate are covered in non-stick material, so I didn’t have to worry too much about food getting stuck. I even made dehydrated mangoes. Since the basket is completely removable, it’s easy to soak it, and the crisper plate can be cleaned with soap and water, though both are dishwasher safe.
Cosori TurboBlaze: User reviews
Customers on Amazon generally had a positive experience with the air fryer. They appreciate its heating capabilities, noting that it heats up and cooks quickly and evenly. The style and quality of the air fryer are also praised, with users finding the display appealing and the overall feel sleek.
Another highlight is the taste of food cooked in the air fryer, with users saying it transforms dishes into crispy delights using minimal oil. The air fryer is also appreciated for its ease of use and cleaning, with many noting that it's simple to operate and clean up after cooking.
Some users have had issues with certain parts, like the basket and handle, but these seem to be exceptions rather than the norm. Users also appreciate the air fryer's size, noting that it's large enough to feed a family of four or five.
One user mentioned that the air fryer is faster than other models, requiring recipe adjustments. Another noted that it is quieter.
Should you buy the Cosori TurboBlaze?
| Attribute | Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | suitable for preparing meals for families or small gatherings | 8/10 |
| Wattage and Cooking Performance | fast cooking performance, reportedly cooking 46% faster than other models; cooks food evenly and efficiently; some adjustments to cooking times may be necessary to avoid overcooking | 9/10 |
| Versatility and Cooking Functions | nine cooking functions, including air fry, roast, bake, broil, dehydrate, defrost, proof, reheat, and keep warm | 9/10 |
| Ease of Cleaning | interior of the basket and crisper plate is covered in non-stick material; components are removable and dishwasher safe | 8/10 |
| Build Quality and Safety Features | sturdy plastic exterior and metal components; safety feature that automatically turns off the appliance when the basket is removed | 8/10 |
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How does the Cosori TurboBlaze compare?
If you’re considering other air fryers, the NuWave Brio 37001 6-Quart Air Fryer is similar to the Cosori reviewed here as it’s also a powerful single-basket model with the same capacity. It has a few fewer functions than the Cosori, though that’s for ones that most people won’t need, like Proof. The NuWave is not as sleek looking, but it does come with more accessories and isn’t much more expensive at $129.99.
There is one other feature that the Cosori is missing that you can find elsewhere: a viewing window to check on food without pulling out the basket. Such is the case with the Cuisinart Basket Air Fryer Air-200. It doesn’t have nearly the same amount of functions on hand – four in this case – and costs a bit more at $149.95, but for some, that viewing window might be worth it.
If oven-style fryers seem to be more your speed, the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro has a somewhat comparable capacity (as comparable as they can be) and has 13 functions, including the ability to toast, rotisserie, and cook a pizza. Of course, it’s not as easy to clean and will set you back $399.95.
How I tested the Cosori TurboBlaze
To test the Cosori TurboBlaze 6.0-Quart Air Fryer, I tested most of the functions to cook salmon bites, salmon filets, a couple of different vegetable sides, and even spicy dehydrated mango, as well as plenty of grab-and-go frozen pastry-type items. I was able to get a feel for how easy this air fryer is to use in the process, not to mention how easy it is to clean after the fact.
Read more about how we test.
