Quick Summary
The Tower T17086 Vortx Air Fryer and Grill is a 5.6 litre 5 in 1 appliance built for faster cooking, crisp texture and confident grilling with less oil.
What This Product Is Used For
The Tower T17086 Vortx Air Fryer and Grill is used for air frying, grilling and cooking everyday meals with rapid hot air circulation. Its Vortx air frying technology moves hot air around food to create a crispy texture while using little or no oil.
Compared with a conventional oven, this air fryer is stated to cook up to 30% faster and use less power. The 265°C grill function also gives it a stronger grilling focus than many standard air fryers, making it useful for foods such as steak and breaded chicken.
A basic air fryer may suit simple chips and snacks, but users choose this model when they want crisp air frying, high heat grilling and extra confidence from the built in temperature probe.
Who This Product Is Best Suited To
This product is best suited to users who want one appliance for faster meals, healthier air frying and more controlled grilling. It suits people who enjoy steak, crispy chicken and everyday cooked foods but want to reduce oil use and avoid heating a conventional oven for smaller meals.
It is also a strong option for users who worry about overcooking meat, as the built in probe helps monitor internal temperature for more confident results.
Key Benefits at a Glance
• 5.6 litre capacity suits everyday family cooking
• 5 in 1 design adds useful cooking flexibility
• Vortx technology rapidly circulates hot air around food
• Cooks up to 30% faster than a conventional oven
• Uses little or no oil for healthier cooking
• 265°C grill function helps sear steak and crisp breaded chicken
• Built in temperature probe supports safe and confident meat cooking
• Air frying can save up to 70% on energy compared with conventional oven cooking
• Claimed savings of £219 per year add value confidence
• 3 year guarantee gives reliable peace of mind after online registration
Pros and Cons
Pros
• High heat grill function gives stronger searing ability than basic air fryers
• Built in probe helps reduce guesswork when cooking steak
• Vortx technology supports crispy texture with little or no oil
• Faster cooking and energy saving claims help everyday value feel stronger
Cons
• 5.6 litre capacity may not suit very large family batches
• The probe and grill focus may be unnecessary for users wanting only basic air frying
Real World Performance and Day to Day Use
In day to day use, the Tower T17086 Vortx Air Fryer and Grill is designed to make air frying faster, crispier and more controlled. The 5.6 litre capacity gives useful room for everyday meals, while Vortx air frying technology rapidly circulates hot air around food to help create crisp texture with little or no oil.
The 265°C grill function is a key practical feature because it reaches a hotter temperature than most conventional ovens. This makes it useful for searing steak or crisping breaded chicken when you want more than standard air frying.
The built in temperature probe helps reduce one of the biggest worries with meat cooking: knowing when food is cooked to your preference. It monitors internal temperature and supports steak results from medium rare through to well done. Energy cost is also addressed with claims of up to 70% energy saving and £219 per year savings when switching to air fryer cooking.
Choose this if you want an air fryer that also grills with high heat and gives extra confidence when cooking steak.
Skip this if you only need a very simple compact air fryer for small snacks.
Why We Like This Product
The YPC Team likes this because it gives buyers more than basic air frying, with a high heat grill and built in probe that make steak cooking feel more controlled. It helps buyers avoid the mistake of choosing a standard air fryer when they really want grilling performance, and it reduces the regret of buying an appliance that cannot handle crisping and searing as confidently.
Comparisons With Similar Systems
Compared with standard air fryer
Better when
You want air frying plus a 265°C grill function and built in temperature probe
Alternative better when
You only need simple air frying for chips and snacks
Compared with conventional oven
Better when
You want faster cooking, less oil use and lower stated energy use for everyday meals
Alternative better when
You need full size oven space for very large dishes
Compared with electric grill
Better when
You want grilling plus air frying in one appliance
Alternative better when
You only need a dedicated grill and do not need air frying
Alternatives Worth Considering
Standard basket air fryer
Dual drawer air fryer
Air fryer oven
Countertop grill
Conventional electric oven
Compact air fryer
Tips for Getting the Best Performance
Use the 265°C grill function when searing steak or crisping breaded chicken.
Use the built in probe when cooking steak to help monitor internal temperature.
Avoid overcrowding the crisper so hot air can circulate properly.
Use little or no oil when you want healthier air fried results.
Check food during cooking if you prefer a lighter or deeper crisp texture.
Register the product online to access the full stated 3 year guarantee.
Use the air fryer for smaller everyday meals where a conventional oven would feel excessive.
Full Technical Specification
Brand
Tower
Model
T17086
Product Type
Air fryer and grill
Capacity
5.6 litres
Colour
Black
Functions
5 in 1
Technology
Vortx air frying technology
Grill Temperature
265°C
Cooking Speed Claim
Cooks up to 30% faster than a conventional oven
Energy Saving Claim
Save up to 70% on energy
Annual Saving Claim
£219 per year
Oil Use
Little or no oil required
Probe
Built in temperature probe
Guarantee
1 year standard guarantee plus 2 year extension subject to online registration
Included Accessory
Crisper
Buyer’s Guide
Buy this if you want easier crispy cooking with high heat grilling, faster meals and safer steak control.
Do not buy this if a simpler compact air fryer would be easier and safer for your cooking habits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What capacity is the Tower T17086 Vortx Air Fryer and Grill?
The Tower T17086 Vortx Air Fryer and Grill has a 5.6 litre capacity for everyday cooking.
What does Vortx air frying technology do?
Vortx air frying technology rapidly circulates hot air around food to help cook it faster and create a crispy texture with little or no oil.
How hot does the grill function get?
The air fryer and grill has a 265°C grill function for searing steak and crisping foods such as breaded chicken.
Does this air fryer cook faster than an oven?
The Tower T17086 Vortx Air Fryer and Grill is stated to cook up to 30% faster than a conventional oven.
Can it help save energy?
The air fryer is stated to save up to 70% on energy, with claimed savings of £219 per year when switching to air fryer cooking.
Does it have a temperature probe?
The Tower T17086 includes a built in probe that monitors internal temperature when cooking steak.
Can it cook steak?
The air fryer and grill is designed to support steak cooking, with internal temperature monitoring for results from medium rare to well done.
Does it need much oil?
The product type uses Vortx hot air cooking, so little or no oil is required for many foods.
Does it include a guarantee?
The Tower T17086 includes a standard 1 year guarantee with a 2 year extension subject to online registration.
