
$238.99
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Strong product safety score (8.5/10) โ best fit for safety-cautious household.
Based on 760 verified reviews
The verdict
Dreo is a relatively new brand with no established repair or parts network. At $239, you're betting on a company without the service infrastructure of legacy kitchen brands.
Dreo
Dreo ChefMaker Combi Fryer 6-Quart
Dreo
Dreo ChefMaker Combi Fryer 6-Quart

Dreo
My take: Overwhelmingly positive. Buyers consistently praise the fast cooking. The few complaints about plastic smell are minor.
โThe ChefMakertook 17 minutes (plus "calculating" time) vs when I usually bake for 20 minutes in a conventional ovenโ
โI don't use my dishwasher (I cook for one), so manually cleaning the basket, cooking tray, grilling rack, and the probe is cumbersomeโ
โIt's no joke that this machine cooks like a chef, turning the heat up and down and even spraying water all by itself to keep the meat perfectโ
โIt's worth the extra time and effort for the dramatically better results, including getting an actual crust on BOTH sides of the steaksโ
โ- The smell of melting plastic never goes awayโ
โIt definitely has a learning curve if you are used to the more straightforward air fryers, but it doesn't take a lot of effort to start making chef...โ
โI did NOT get my Dreo ChefMaker through Kickstarter, nor was it given to me for free for an "impartial review". So no, I did not get any kind of heavy discount. I just bought mine on Amazon, for a pa...โ
โ Frank
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238.99 USD
Amazon Rating Snapshot
8/10 R3 Score
How we scored it
10 criteria, each weighted by importance for families
Does it actually make good food?
18%
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Is it safe for my family?
16%
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Will it hurt my kid or burn my house down?
14%
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Can I clean it in under 2 minutes?
12%
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Scored using R3's air fryer methodology. Weights reflect what matters most for families.
Is this right for you?
Different families have different priorities. Here's how it scores for yours.
8.0/10
Families using air fryer 3-5 times weekly for quick, healthier meals
7.6/10
Families seeking reliable performance without premium pricing
8.1/10
Users prioritizing PFAS-free coatings and chemical safety
7.9/10
Users prioritizing low noise for open-concept living
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Will it feed my family in one batch?
8%
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Can I figure it out with one hand while holding a baby?
7%
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Can it replace my toaster oven too?
5%
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Will I have to replace this in 6 months?
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