Tristar FR-6989 Crispy Fryer XL at a glance
In short: the Tristar FR-6989 Crispy Fryer XL scores 7,2/10 in our mini kitchen review (from €50). Biggest strength: lowest price. Main compromise: no automation.
All specifications come from manufacturer data sheets and the Amazon catalogue and were cross-checked before publication. The rating is an editorial overall assessment based on this data; we do not trial products ourselves.
Tristar FR-6989 Crispy Fryer XL: what works, what doesn't?
What works well
- Lowest price: Often around €50, the cheapest way in in the comparison
- Child’s-play operation: 2 dials, no menu, no display to learn
- No forced preheating: Start straight away without waiting for a programme
- 3.5 L for up to 4 portions: Enough chips for a small family
- Robust & simple: Little electronics that can break
Points of criticism
- No automation: Always set time & temperature yourself
- No display / timer beep: Mechanical timer, less precise
- Rather tall build: 37 cm height, check under wall cupboards
Specifications in detail
| Type | Air fryer (1 basket) |
| Cooking chamber | 3.5 litres |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 32 × 31 × 37 cm |
| Power | 1,500 W |
| Temperature | 80 to 200 °C |
| Controls | 2 analogue dials (time up to 30 min + temperature) |
| Programmes | no presets, manual |
| Preheating | no forced preheating |
| Viewing window | no |
| Dishwasher | Basket dishwasher-safe |
Build quality & everyday use
What carries the Tristar FR-6989 Crispy Fryer XL in everyday use: lowest price (often around €50, the cheapest way in in the comparison) and Child’s-play operation (2 dials, no menu, no display to learn). We have to be honest about the weaknesses: no automation (always set time & temperature yourself).
If you set the device up to save space, make sure it stands on a stable, level surface with some air around it. This protects the mechanics and electronics in continuous use.
Who is the Tristar FR-6989 Crispy Fryer XL suited to? (buying advice)
Perfect for:
- ✓Budget buyers
- ✓Tech-averse users / simple operation
- ✓Up to 4 portions of side dishes
Less suitable for:
- ✕Programme enthusiasts
- ✕Anyone who wants a precise timer beep
- ✕Low wall cabinets
Tristar FR-6989 Crispy Fryer XL compared with alternatives
Head-to-head with the top alternatives from our mini kitchen comparison
| Feature | Tristar FR-6989 Crispy Fryer XL | COSORI Lite Mini 2L | Russell Hobbs SatisFry Air L 27160-56 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volume | 3.5 L | 2 L | 4 L |
| Power | 1,500 W | 900 W | 1,350 W |
| Programmes | manual | 4 | 10 |
| Viewing window | no | no | no |
| Dimensions | 32 × 31 × 37 cm | 21 × 26 × 27 cm | 34 × 26 × 25 cm |
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Verdict: is the Tristar FR-6989 Crispy Fryer XL worth it?
A solid option with a clear profile: if you can live with no automation, from €50 you get mainly one thing: lowest price. It suits best: budget buyers.
If you want to compare alternatives, you will find detailed data and reviews on our mini kitchen comparison page.
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