AIR FRYER OVEN REVIEW

Cuisinart Dual Basket 8.5 QT Air Fryer (ADZ-085) Review

★★★★★ 4.7
4 owner reviews
8.3
Overall · #20 of 47

Crispiness8.5
Evenness8.4
Ease of use8.3
Noise7.9

A slightly smaller two-basket Cuisinart with 8.5 quarts across two zones. The same Sync Finish trick in a footprint that fits more kitchens.

Capacity8.5 qt (2 x 4.25 qt)
Power1800W
Programs4
Warranty3 years
✓ What we liked
  • Two zones cook two foods at once
  • Smaller footprint than the 11-quart model
  • Sync Finish times both together
✗ Worth noting
  • Baskets are a touch smaller at 4.25 quarts each
  • Four functions only

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 — 8.5

Both zones crisped chips and wings well thanks to the strong 1800W element.

Crispy food fresh from the air fryer

Evenness — 8.4

Even colour across both baskets, with a toss reminder to help.

Ease of use & cleanup — 8.3

The ceramic baskets are dishwasher safe and easy to refill.

Noise — 7.9

A steady fan noise, on par with similar units.

Design & build

A black and silver unit with two drawers. It is more manageable on the counter than the 11-quart version.

Who it’s for

✓ Buy it if…
  • You want two zones without the biggest footprint
  • You cook for two to four
✗ Look elsewhere if…
  • You need the largest capacity
  • You want more presets

Full specifications

Capacity8.5 qt (2 x 4.25 qt)
Power1800W
Programs4
Temp range105-450°F
AccessoriesTwo 4.25-qt baskets, crisper plates
Dishwasher safeYes
ModelADZ-085
Warranty3 years

Our verdict

A smart middle ground in the dual-basket world. You keep the two-zone cooking and Sync Finish while saving some counter space over the 11-quart model.

The baskets are a little smaller, and the function set is basic. For most family meals it strikes a sensible balance.

How it compares

It is the compact sibling of the ADZ-110. A single-basket AIR-200NAS is simpler if you do not need two zones.

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Frequently asked

How big is each basket?

Each holds 4.25 quarts, for 8.5 quarts in total.

Does it fit a normal counter?

Yes, more easily than the 11-quart model.

Marcus Bell, Appliance reviewer
Reviewed by Marcus Bell, Appliance reviewer
AirFryer Ovens test kitchen · Bought at retail, never supplied by the brand

Every oven runs the same five stages: preheat timing, a frozen chip crispiness run, a full tray evenness test, a full load cook, then noise, energy and cleanup. Scores carry the same weighting on every model, so commission never moves a ranking.

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Owner reviews

4.7
★★★★★
4 verified reviews

★★★★★

Sync Finish is so useful. Everything ready together.

Sara J. · Jul 2026

★★★★☆

Cooks evenly and cleans easily.

Mike R. · Jul 2026

★★★★☆

Great for us two. Baskets are a bit smaller but fine.

Owen D. · Jul 2026

★★★★★

Two baskets in a size that fits my kitchen. Perfect.

Bea C. · Jul 2026

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