Chard Double Basket Outdoor Fryer
Score: 80/100
Homira Stainless Steel Two-Tank Propane Deep Fryer
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Chard Double Basket Outdoor Fryer is an 18-quart propane fryer with a high-output 50,000 BTU burner and dual baskets, offering rapid heating and versatile cooking. Its outdoor-only design and inability to fry whole turkeys limit its flexibility. Ideal for campers and tailgaters who need a portable, high-BTU fryer for fish, wings, and similar items.
The Homira HM21 offers high-output 50,000 BTU burners and dual 6-quart tanks with a precise temperature regulator, delivering fast and flexible frying for large gatherings. Its heavyweight construction and absence of an integrated thermometer make it less portable and require extra accessories. Ideal for caterers or serious outdoor cooks needing high volume and temperature control.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
50,000 BTU/hbest | 50,000 BTU/hbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.485 kgbest | 15.354 kg |
1 | 2best | |
17 Lbest | 11.36 L | |
670.3 mmbest | 449.6 mm | |
412.4 mm | 649.3 mmbest | |
2best | 2best | |
426.7 mmbest | 350.5 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Oil Capacity (L) | 17.0 L | 11.36 L |
Number of Burners | 1 | 2 |
Dimensions(3) | ||
Height (mm) | 670.3 mm | 449.6 mm |
Width (mm) | 412.4 mm | 649.3 mm |
Depth (mm) | 426.7 mm | 350.5 mm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 8.485 kg | 15.354 kg |
Material | Cast Iron, Aluminum | Stainless Steel |
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Although no direct reviews are available, mentions in product listings suggest users value the powerful 50,000 BTU output and dual-basket capacity for quick outdoor frying, while noting the limitation to outdoor use and the prohibition against turkey frying.
Everyday users appreciate the quick piezo ignition and the stable temperature control, noting that the fryer performs well for large outdoor gatherings. Complaints focus on the unit's heft and the time required to assemble the system before the first use.
