Cuisinart’s answer to the two-basket trend, with a huge 11 quarts split across two zones. Sync Finish lands both foods at the same time.
- Two large 5.5-quart zones cook a full meal
- Sync Finish times both baskets together
- Powerful 1800W element
- Very wide, needs plenty of bench space
- Only four functions
How it tested
We ran the same battery of tests we use on every air fryer, from frozen chips to fresh wings and roast veg. Here is how it scored on each.
Crispiness — 8.6
Both baskets turned out crisp chips and wings, with the 1800W element driving a good crunch.
Evenness — 8.5
Colour was consistent across both zones, helped by the toss reminder.
Ease of use & cleanup — 8.3
The ceramic baskets are dishwasher safe. The four presets keep things simple, though power users may want more.
Noise — 7.8
A firm fan noise at full power that settles down over time.
Design & build
A large black unit with two drawers that slide out smoothly. It takes up real space, so plan your counter before buying.
Who it’s for
- You cook for four or more
- You want mains and sides ready together
- Your counter is small
- You want lots of preset programs
Full specifications
Our verdict
For batch cooking this is a strong, roomy choice. The two big zones and Sync Finish make a full dinner a single job, and the 3-year warranty adds peace of mind.
The trade is size and a fairly basic function set. If you rarely cook for a crowd, a single-basket Cuisinart will save space and money.
How it compares
It is bigger than the 8.5-quart ADZ-085 and matches the best two-basket rivals on capacity. A single 9-quart AFC-9 is simpler if you do not need two zones.
Frequently asked
What is Sync Finish?
It times both baskets so two different foods finish cooking together.
How much does each basket hold?
Each holds 5.5 quarts, for 11 quarts in total.
