Quick Summary
A 4.2 litre air fryer and grill for buyers who want faster crispy meals, indoor grilling and easier clean up from one appliance.
What This Product Is Used For
The Tefal Easy Fry Classic 2 in 1 EY501 is a 4.2 litre air fryer and grill designed for cooking crispy food, grilled meals, frozen favourites and family portions at home. It combines air frying with indoor grilling, using Extra Crisp air frying technology and a die cast aluminium Sizzling Grill Plate.
Compared with a conventional oven, this product is designed to cook faster, use less energy and remove the need for preheating. Users choose it over simpler options when they want one appliance for air frying and grilling, 8 automatic programs, dishwasher safe parts and enough space for up to 1.2kg of food.
Who This Product Is Best Suited To
This product is best suited to users who cook regular meals, want crispy food without a full oven, prefer simple automatic programs and like the option to grill indoors with less smoke.
Key Benefits at a Glance
• 2 in 1 air fryer and grill design gives flexible cooking from one appliance
• 4.2 litre capacity can cook up to 1.2kg of food
• Extra Crisp air frying technology helps maximise crispiness while keeping flavour and moisture
• 8 automatic programs make everyday cooking simple
• No preheat needed helps you start cooking quickly
• Indoor grilling produces 98 percent less smoke
• Dishwasher safe drawer and grill plate make clean up easy
• Can cook 300g of frozen French fries in 8 minutes
• Tefal provides technical spare parts for almost all products for 15 years after purchase
Pros and Cons
Pros
• Air fryer and grill functions help reduce the need for separate appliances
• Fast cooking makes busy meals easier to manage
• Dishwasher safe parts help make clean up more convenient
Cons
• 4.2 litre capacity may not suit very large households every time
• Buyers who only want basic air frying may not need the grill function
Real World Performance and Day to Day Use
In daily use, the Tefal Easy Fry Classic 2 in 1 EY501 is built around speed, crisp texture and versatility. It cooks a wide variety of meals 49 percent faster than a conventional oven and can cook 300g of frozen French fries in 8 minutes compared with 20 minutes in a conventional oven.
The 4.2 litre capacity can hold up to 1.2kg of food, a small roast chicken or four jacket potatoes, making it practical for everyday meals and cooking for up to 6 people. It also addresses common buyer worries around smoke, cleaning and complexity. Indoor grilling produces 98 percent less smoke, the drawer and grill plate are dishwasher safe, and you can choose from 8 automatic programs or set the temperature from 80 to 200°C with a timer under 60 minutes.
Choose this if you want one appliance for faster air frying, indoor grilling and easier clean up.
Skip this if you need a much larger capacity air fryer or only want the most basic cooking setup.
Why We Like This Product
The YPC Team likes this because it combines crisp air frying with proper indoor grilling, helping buyers avoid the mistake of choosing a basic air fryer that cannot grill. It also helps avoid regret for users who want faster meals, lower added fat cooking and dishwasher safe clean up without switching on a conventional oven.
Comparisons With Similar Systems
Compared with conventional oven
Better when
You want faster cooking, no preheating and lower energy use for everyday meals
Alternative better when
You need full oven space for very large dishes
Compared with basic air fryer
Better when
You want air frying and smokeless indoor grilling in one appliance
Alternative better when
You only need simple crisping for small portions
Compared with indoor grill
Better when
You want grilling plus air frying, roasting style meals and automatic programs
Alternative better when
You only want a dedicated grilling appliance
Alternatives Worth Considering
Basic air fryer
Dual basket air fryer
Indoor grill
Countertop mini oven
Conventional oven
Tips for Getting the Best Performance
Use the automatic programs when you want simple cooking without setting everything manually.
Use the grill plate when you want indoor grilled food with less smoke.
Set the temperature between 80 and 200°C to suit the food you are cooking.
Use the 4.2 litre capacity sensibly and avoid overfilling when you want crisp results.
Use the dishwasher safe drawer and grill plate after cooking to keep clean up simple.
Download the Tefal app if you want access to more recipe ideas and cooking tips.
Full Technical Specification
Brand
Tefal
Product Name
Easy Fry Classic 2 in 1
Model
EY501
Product Type
Air fryer and grill
Capacity
4.2 litre
Food Capacity
Up to 1.2kg
Power
1550W
Colour
Black
Programs
8 automatic programs
Temperature Range
80 to 200°C
Timer
Under 60 minutes
Cooking Technology
Extra Crisp air frying technology
Grill Plate
Die cast aluminium Sizzling Grill Plate
Cooking Uses
Air frying
Grilling
Fresh food cooking
Frozen food cooking
Speed Claim
Cooks a wide variety of meals 49 percent faster than a conventional oven
Energy Claim
Saves up to 70 percent energy
Energy Bill Claim
Saves up to £156 on energy bills
Smoke Reduction Claim
Indoor grilling with 98 percent less smoke
Added Fat Claim
Air frying with 99 percent less added fat
French Fries Cooking Claim
300g of frozen French fries in 8 minutes
Conventional Oven Comparison
300g of frozen French fries in 20 minutes
Suitable Portions
Cooking for up to 6 people
Basket Capacity Examples
Small roast chicken
Four jacket potatoes
Cleaning
Dishwasher safe drawer
Dishwasher safe grill plate
Repair Support
Technical spare parts available for almost all Tefal products for 15 years after purchase
App Support
Free Tefal app with over 100 recipes, seasonal recipes and tips
Buyer’s Guide
Buy this if you want easier crispy meals with faster air frying and simpler indoor grilling.
Do not buy this if a smaller basic air fryer would be easier for your cooking needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tefal Easy Fry Classic 2 in 1 EY501 used for?
The Tefal Easy Fry Classic 2 in 1 EY501 is used for air frying and indoor grilling, including meals such as chips, burgers, halloumi, falafel and frozen foods.
How large is the Tefal Easy Fry Classic 2 in 1?
The air fryer and grill has a 4.2 litre capacity and can hold up to 1.2kg of food.
Can it cook for a family?
The Tefal Easy Fry Classic 2 in 1 can cook for up to 6 people and can fit a small roast chicken or four jacket potatoes.
Does it need preheating?
The air fryer uses Extra Crisp air frying technology, so there is no need for preheating before cooking.
How many programs does it have?
The Tefal Easy Fry Classic 2 in 1 includes 8 automatic programs, with manual temperature and timer control also available.
Can it grill indoors?
The product includes a die cast aluminium Sizzling Grill Plate for indoor grilling with 98 percent less smoke.
Is it easy to clean?
The drawer and grill plate are dishwasher safe, making clean up quicker after meals.
How fast can it cook frozen French fries?
The air fryer can cook 300g of frozen French fries in 8 minutes, compared with 20 minutes in a conventional oven.
Does Tefal support repairs?
Tefal provides technical spare parts at a fair price for almost all its products for 15 years after purchase.
Does it include recipe support?
The product is supported by the free Tefal app, which includes over 100 recipes, seasonal recipes and tips.
