Kalorik MAXX
Score: 79/100
Emeril Lagasse Extra Large French Door
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Kalorik MAXX 26-quart toaster oven combines a massive capacity with Turbo MAXX dual-fan technology and a high 260 °C temperature ceiling, delivering fast, even cooking for families. Its weight, interior size discrepancy, and cord length are notable trade-offs. Best for large households needing versatile, high-performance countertop cooking.
The Emeril Lagasse Extra Large French Door Air Fryer Toaster Oven offers a massive 26-quart capacity, five-element convection and 24 presets, delivering powerful cooking for large families. Its trade-offs include a bulky footprint, noisy operation, and a less-than-ideal cleaning experience. Best suited for entertainers and large households that need an all-in-one countertop oven.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
0.883 cu ftbest | 0.813 cu ft | |
1,700 Wbest | 1,700 Wbest | |
260 °Cbest | 260 °Cbest | |
10 | 12best | |
90 minbest | — | |
9best | 7 | |
1 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 17.2 lbbest | 26.5 lb |
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Size & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (cu ft) | 0.883 cu ft | 0.81 cu ft |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Cooking Functions | 10 | 12 |
Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | digital | Touch |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 9 | 7 |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 17.2 lb | 26.5 lb |
Width (in) | 15.748 in | 15.8 in |
Height (in) | 14.0 in | 14.8 in |
Depth (in) | 12.5 in | 16.9 in |
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Industry editors and retailer descriptions position the Kalorik MAXX 26-qt as a high-performance, multifunctional countertop oven that outpaces conventional ovens by up to 67% thanks to its Turbo MAXX airflow and dual heating elements. The high 500°F heat capability and extensive preset library are repeatedly highlighted as differentiators, while the PFAS-free interior and non-stick accessories receive commendation for safety and convenience.
Everyday users focus on practical concerns such as the interior cavity feeling smaller than the advertised capacity, the unit's substantial weight, and the length of the power cord. While they appreciate the large overall size and versatile functions, questions about pre-heat duration and real-world fit for larger items dominate the Q&A discussions.
“Large 26-quart capacity fits a 12-inch pizza, whole rotisserie chicken, and family meals on two levels.”
“Bulky size requires significant counter space, making it unsuitable for small kitchens.”
Professional reviewers praise the oven's commercial-grade five-element convection system, rapid preheating, and extensive function set that handles everything from rotisserie chicken to dehydrated snacks. However, they criticize uneven air-fry results, a loud 69 dB operation, and the appliance's large countertop footprint, noting that cleaning is cumbersome due to non-nonstick accessories.
Everyday users love the oven's ability to keep meats moist, bake large pizzas, and cook multiple dishes at once, appreciating the all-in-one convenience. Common complaints focus on its bulky size, noisy operation, difficulty cleaning, and occasional temperature overshoot, especially when using the air-fry mode.
