Cuisinart TOA-70 Air Fryer Toaster Oven Review
The Cuisinart TOA-70NAS is an 1800-watt air fryer toaster oven built for shoppers who would rather keep one substantial countertop appliance than own a separate toaster, air fryer and small oven. Its 0.6-cubic-foot cavity, eight cooking functions and reversible grill/griddle plate make it unusually versatile. Independent testing also shows that its air-fry mode is legitimately strong, although the same aggressive heat that creates crisp wings and fries makes temperature-sensitive baking less predictable.
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+Biggest Strength: Fast, powerful air frying with notably good browning for an oven-style model.
−Biggest Weakness: Temperature overshoot makes delicate baking less dependable.
Quick Overview and Specifications
| Feature | Cuisinart TOA-70NAS |
|---|---|
| Power | 1800 watts |
| Capacity | 0.6 cu. ft.; up to 3 lb. of wings, six slices of toast or a 12-inch pizza |
| Cooking Functions | Air Fry, Convection Bake, Convection Broil, Bake, Broil, Warm, Toast and Grill |
| Temperature | Adjustable up to 450°F |
| Timer | 60-minute mechanical timer with auto shutoff |
| Controls | Analog dials with separate toast-shade control |
| Included Accessories | Oven rack, baking pan, air-fry basket and reversible grill/griddle plate |
| Dimensions | 12.25 × 15.75 × 13.75 inches |
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
First Impressions
The TOA-70 feels more like a traditional stainless-steel toaster oven than a modern touchscreen air fryer. Four clearly labeled dials control function, temperature, toast shade and time, so there is almost no menu learning curve. An interior light also makes it easy to watch browning through the glass door.
The tradeoff is precision. There is no digital readout, automatic preheat reminder or exact countdown display. Good Housekeeping specifically found the mechanical timer less precise than digital controls. The appliance also occupies permanent countertop territory at almost 16 inches wide and nearly 14 inches high, so measure cabinet clearance before buying.
Performance & Feel
Air frying is the TOA-70’s strongest mode. RTINGS measured a roughly two-minute climb to 350°F and found that its high-speed fan produced mostly crisp, browned fries quickly for an oven-style air fryer. Good Housekeeping likewise reported crisp wings, fries and evenly browned meats.
That performance comes from concentrated heating and strong airflow. If you want the basic science behind the process, our guide to how an air fryer cooks food explains why moving hot air promotes rapid surface browning.
The wide mesh basket is also useful for chicken cutlets, vegetables and other foods that benefit from being spread across one layer instead of stacked inside a deep drawer.
Temperature Control, Baking & Toasting
This is where the review becomes more nuanced. RTINGS measured an average temperature deviation of about 22.8°F and found that the oven spent a meaningful portion of cooking time above its selected setting. That helps explain why users can see unusually fast browning and why recipes sometimes need a lower temperature or earlier check.
Its full six-slice toast load also browned less evenly than a four-slice batch in RTINGS testing. For cakes, pastries and temperature-sensitive baking, treat the first attempt as calibration rather than blindly following full-size-oven timing. Our guide to air-fryer versus oven cooking times is useful when converting conventional recipes.
Durability and Cleanup
The stainless-steel body and simple mechanical controls give the TOA-70 a substantial, appliance-like feel, and Cuisinart backs it with a three-year limited warranty. The removable rack, basket and pans are straightforward, but Cuisinart recommends hand washing rather than relying on a dishwasher.
Cleanup is the more important ownership issue. Good Housekeeping found that greasy foods such as wings could stick to the mesh basket and create splatter inside the chamber. Verified Best Buy purchaser feedback similarly praises the appliance while noting that the tray can become difficult to restore cosmetically after greasy cooking. Wiping the interior after it cools is easier than allowing residue to bake on repeatedly.
Value for Money
At Cuisinart’s $219.95 listed price, this is not a budget air fryer. Its value depends on appliance consolidation. You are getting a toaster oven, competent air fryer, convection cooker, broiler and grill/griddle setup in one footprint rather than simply paying for a basket fryer.
That value is weaker if you already own a good toaster oven and only want maximum air-fry crispness. A less expensive drawer-style model may cook fries more evenly while also offering dishwasher-safe removable parts.
Comparison to Similar Competing Products
COSORI TurboBlaze 6-Qt: RTINGS found basket-style models such as the TurboBlaze capable of more even air-frying results. The COSORI is also more compact and digitally controlled, while the Cuisinart gives you a true toaster-oven cavity, toast mode and grill plate. See our full COSORI TurboBlaze 6-Qt review.
Cuisinart TOA-110: The larger TOA-110 provides more interior space, extra rack flexibility and better temperature stability, while RTINGS found the TOA-70 faster and stronger at air frying. Choose according to whether crisping speed or oven-style capacity matters more.
Our Place Wonder Oven: Independent comparison testing found the Wonder Oven more temperature-stable for baking, while the TOA-70 air fries faster and provides slightly more usable chamber space.
Emeril Lagasse 26QT French Door: The Emeril is dramatically larger and adds rotisserie-style versatility, making more sense for large meals, while the Cuisinart is easier to accommodate in an average kitchen. Our Emeril Lagasse 26QT review covers that larger oven-style alternative.
Pros & Cons
- Fast preheating and strong air-fry performance
- Eight genuinely useful cooking functions
- Wide air-fry basket for flat food placement
- Reversible grill/griddle plate included
- Simple analog controls and interior light
- Three-year limited warranty
- Runs hotter than the selected temperature at times
- Mechanical timer lacks digital precision
- Six-slice toast results can be uneven
- Accessories require hand washing
- Greasy air frying can mean extra cleanup
Who Should Buy This?
The TOA-70 makes the most sense for households that regularly air fry, toast, reheat, roast and grill but do not want several separate countertop appliances. Its 3-pound air-fry capacity and 12-inch-pizza capability are useful for everyday family meals.
Skip it if delicate baking is your priority, you insist on precise digital temperature and timing controls, or you already own a capable toaster oven and only need a compact basket air fryer.
Extended FAQ
Is the Cuisinart TOA-70 a good air fryer?
Yes. Independent testing shows that air frying is one of its strongest functions, with fast cooking and good browning for an oven-style appliance.
Does the TOA-70 run hot?
Testing indicates that it can overshoot the selected temperature. Check food early when learning the appliance, particularly with baked goods or foods that brown quickly.
Can it fit a 12-inch pizza?
Yes. Its 0.6-cubic-foot cavity is designed to accommodate a 12-inch pizza as well as up to six slices of toast.
Are the accessories dishwasher safe?
Cuisinart’s care guidance calls for hand washing the removable accessories with hot water and dish soap.
Does the TOA-70 need preheating?
There is no dedicated preheat reminder. It reaches temperature quickly, but recipes such as grilling may still benefit from intentionally heating the oven and grill plate first.
Is it better than a basket air fryer?
It is more versatile because it can toast, grill and function like a small oven. A good basket air fryer can still produce more uniformly air-fried food and may be easier to clean.
Final Verdict
The Cuisinart TOA-70NAS succeeds because its air-fry function is more than an afterthought. It heats quickly, browns food aggressively and combines that performance with useful toast, grill, broil, convection and warming modes. Its weaknesses are equally specific: temperature stability is only moderate, the analog controls are imprecise, and greasy foods create more cleanup than a removable drawer-style fryer.
For shoppers who want one straightforward countertop appliance for crisping, reheating, toast and everyday meals, the TOA-70 is a compelling multipurpose choice. Precision bakers and buyers wanting set-and-forget digital controls should look elsewhere.
