Quick Summary
The Tefal Easy Fry Mega EY855HG0 is a compact extra large 7.5L air fryer for easier family meals with precise controls and dishwasher safe cleaning.
What This Product Is Used For
The Tefal Easy Fry Mega Air Fryer is used for cooking generous family meals with less reliance on a conventional oven. Compared with a standard smaller air fryer, it offers a 7.5L capacity that can serve up to 8 people while still using a surprisingly compact design. The 8 preset programmes, 1 manual programme and rotary knob control make it easier to set cooking time and temperature accurately. Users choose it over simpler options because it combines extra large capacity, space saving design, energy saving performance and dishwasher safe cleaning.
Who This Product Is Best Suited To
This air fryer is best suited to users who cook for several people and want larger portions without filling the kitchen with a bulky appliance. It suits people who want preset cooking support, manual control when needed and easier cleaning after family meals.
Key Benefits at a Glance
• 7.5L capacity makes family cooking easy
• Serves up to 8 people for generous shared meals
• Compact design helps save kitchen space
• 8 preset programmes make everyday cooking simple
• Manual programme gives extra control when needed
• 80°C to 200°C temperature range supports flexible recipes
• Timer up to 60 minutes helps keep cooking reliable
• Uses up to 65 percent less energy in the stated frozen fries test
• Cooks up to 37 percent faster in the stated frozen fries test
• Dishwasher safe basket makes clean up quick
Pros and Cons
Pros
• Extra large capacity helps reduce batch cooking for family meals
• Compact design gives more capacity without excessive space demand
• Presets and manual control make cooking feel more flexible
• Dishwasher safe basket reduces cleaning effort after use
Cons
• 7.5L capacity may be more than needed for single portions
• Energy and speed claims are based on 2024 frozen fries tests
Real World Performance and Day to Day Use
In everyday use, the Tefal Easy Fry Mega EY855HG0 is designed for families who want larger meals without turning on a full oven every time. The 7.5L capacity serves up to 8 people, making it useful for shared dinners, bigger portions and busy households. Its compact design helps reduce one of the main worries with larger air fryers, which is whether they will take over the kitchen worktop.
The 8 preset programmes and 1 manual programme give a useful balance between convenience and control. Temperature can be set from 80°C to 200°C and the timer can run up to 60 minutes through the rotary knob, helping users match settings to different recipes. The dishwasher safe basket helps make post meal cleaning easier, while the 15 year repairability promise supports longer term confidence.
Choose this if you want an extra large family air fryer with compact design, preset programmes and easy cleaning.
Skip this if you only need a small air fryer for occasional snacks or single person meals.
Why We Like This Product
The YPC Team likes this because it gives family cooks a large 7.5L capacity without making the appliance feel needlessly complicated. It helps avoid the common buyer mistake of choosing a smaller air fryer and then needing several batches for one meal. It also helps reduce regret by offering Tefal repairability, precise time and temperature control and a dishwasher safe basket.
Comparisons With Similar Systems
Compared with Tefal Easy Fry air fryer
Better when
You want the Mega 7.5L model with extra large capacity and compact design
Alternative better when
You need a smaller Tefal model for compact portions
Compared with large air fryer
Better when
You want family capacity, preset programmes and dishwasher safe cleaning
Alternative better when
You need dual drawers for cooking two different foods separately
Compared with conventional oven
Better when
You want faster family meals with lower energy use in the stated frozen fries test
Alternative better when
You need to cook several large trays at the same time
Alternatives Worth Considering
Compact air fryer
Dual basket air fryer
Digital air fryer
Air fryer oven
Large capacity air fryer
Conventional oven
Tips for Getting the Best Performance
Use the preset programme that best matches the food you are cooking.
Use the manual programme when you want more control over a specific recipe.
Avoid overfilling the 7.5L basket so hot air can circulate properly.
Set the rotary knob carefully for accurate time and temperature control.
Use the 80°C to 200°C temperature range to match different foods.
Clean the dishwasher safe basket after cooking to keep everyday use simple.
Check your usual portion size before choosing an extra large air fryer.
Full Technical Specification
Brand
Tefal
Model
Easy Fry Mega EY855HG0
Product Type
Air fryer
Capacity
7.5L
Serving Capacity
Serves up to 8 people
Cooking Programmes
8 preset programmes
Manual Programme
1 manual programme
Temperature Range
80°C to 200°C
Timer
Up to 60 minutes
Control Type
Rotary knob
Design
Compact design
Cleaning
Dishwasher safe basket
Energy Saving Claim
Consumes up to 65 percent less energy
Speed Claim
Cooks up to 37 percent faster
Energy And Speed Test Basis
Tests conducted in 2024 on frozen fries
Repairability
15 year repairability
Repair Support
Low cost parts available in 6200 repair centres worldwide
Colour
Coal Grey
Buyer’s Guide
Buy this if you want easier family cooking with stronger capacity and simpler cleaning
Do not buy this if you need a smaller appliance for faster compact portion cooking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tefal Easy Fry Mega EY855HG0 best used for?
The Tefal Easy Fry Mega EY855HG0 is best used for generous family meals, larger portions and everyday air frying with preset cooking support.
How much capacity does this Tefal air fryer have?
The Tefal Easy Fry Mega has a 7.5L capacity.
How many people can it serve?
The air fryer is described as serving up to 8 people.
How many cooking programmes does it include?
The Tefal Easy Fry Mega includes 8 preset programmes and 1 manual programme.
What temperature range does this air fryer offer?
The air fryer offers high precision temperature control from 80°C to 200°C.
How long can the timer be set for?
The timer can be set up to 60 minutes.
Is the basket dishwasher safe?
The Tefal Easy Fry Mega includes a dishwasher safe basket for easier cleaning.
Is this air fryer compact?
The air fryer is described as having an extra large capacity in a surprisingly compact size.
Does this air fryer use less energy than an oven?
The product information states it consumes up to 65 percent less energy, based on 2024 tests on frozen fries.
What does 15 year repairability mean?
Tefal states that low cost parts are available in 6200 repair centres worldwide for repair over many years.
