In-depth review
Cuisinart TOA-70 Review (2026)
In-depth review of the Cuisinart TOA-70: air-fry performance, the documented hot-running issue, and who should buy it.
Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven TOA-70
The air-fry hybrid: 8 functions with a real fryer basket included.
Our verdict
The TOA-70 is the best-value air-fryer hybrid: 1800 watts, 8 real functions, an included fryer basket, and a 0.6 cubic foot interior that fits a 12-inch pizza or 3-pound chicken. The trade-off is documented, not rumored: published testing consistently finds it runs 25 to 50 degrees hotter than the dial. Learn the offset and it is a bargain; ignore it and you will burn dinner. Buy it for versatile cooking on a budget, not for set-and-forget precision.
What we like
- Air fry function with included basket, no extra purchase needed
- 8 functions: air fry, convection bake, convection broil, bake, broil, warm, roast, toast
- 0.6 cubic foot interior fits a 12-inch pizza or 3-pound chicken
- Temperature dial adjustable to 450 degrees F with 60-minute timer
What to watch out for
- Runs hot: published reviews consistently note temperature overshoot
- Single rack position limits taller bakes
Who it is for
Budget-conscious cooks who want air frying plus full oven functions in one mid-size box.
The air-fry case
The TOA-70's air-fry function uses the upper elements plus a convection fan, and the included basket elevates food for airflow underneath. At a 450-degree ceiling it crisps wings, fries, and vegetables convincingly for a hybrid. The 0.6 cubic foot interior is the practical sweet spot: big enough for a 3-pound chicken or 12-inch pizza, small enough to heat fast. The 8 functions (air fry, convection bake, convection broil, bake, broil, warm, roast, toast) cover nearly all countertop cooking.
The temperature problem, honestly
This is the review's core honesty point: multiple published tests find the TOA-70 overshoots its set temperature by 25 to 50 degrees. Cuisinart has not fixed it across revisions, so treat it as a characteristic. The fix is a 10-dollar oven thermometer and the habit of setting the dial below target. Once calibrated, results are consistent; the oven is predictably hot, not randomly hot.
Build and daily use
The stainless body looks the part and the 60-minute timer with auto shutoff is genuinely useful. The single rack position is the real ergonomic limit: tall items like a whole chicken fit, but you cannot adjust clearance for thicker bakes. The crumb tray slides out for cleaning, and the basket is dishwasher safe, which matters given how greasy air frying gets.
How it stacks up
Against the Breville Smart Oven Pro, the Cuisinart offers air frying and a lower price, but the Breville's independent element control bakes more evenly and holds temperature accurately where the Cuisinart overshoots. Against the Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 XL Pro, the Cuisinart has the edge in pure air-fry basket design, while the Ninja wins on storage (flip-up), preheat speed (90 seconds), and a 10-function list.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Air frying works well and comes out crisp
- One appliance replaces a toaster, an air fryer and a small oven
- Roomy enough for a small pizza or a whole chicken
Common complaints
- It runs hot, and owners often lower recipe temperatures to avoid burning
- Toasting can take more than one cycle and baking is inconsistent
- There is a burn-off smell for the first weeks, and the trays are hard to clean
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
Key specifications
- Power
- 1800 watts
- Interior
- 0.6 cubic feet
- Functions
- 8 cooking functions
- Max temperature
- 450 degrees F
- Timer
- 60 minutes with auto shutoff
Also consider
Breville Smart Oven Pro
Element IQ precision: 5 quartz elements that adjust independently.
- Power: 1800 watts
- Heating elements: 5 quartz, independently controlled
Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 XL Pro
Flips up for storage: 10 functions with True Surround Convection.
- Power: 1800 watts
- Functions: 10 cooking functions
Research-based assessment. ThePickLedger has not hands-on tested this product; this evaluation synthesizes manufacturer specifications, retailer documentation, and published expert reviews.
Questions, answered
How do I fix the hot-running issue?
Buy an oven thermometer, measure the actual temperature at your common settings, and note the offset. Most owners settle on setting the dial 25 degrees below target. The offset is consistent, so one calibration session fixes it permanently.
Can it toast bread well?
Yes, with the usual caveat: watch the first batches until you learn the offset. The toast shade settings work fine once calibrated.
Is 0.6 cubic feet enough?
For one to four people, yes: it fits a 12-inch pizza, a 3-pound chicken, or a 9-inch cake pan. Larger families roasting regularly should look at the Breville's bigger interior.