Presto 05420 FryDaddy Electric Deep Fryer

Comment: frying became a lot easier with this. we should have bought it long time ago. This doesn't have a temperature controller but still works fine.
new model released with it. if you think of buying this, go get new model with temp. controller

Comment: Primarily I bought this because I like to make french fries at home (steak-frites anyone?), and I had grown tired of doing it in the stockpot, and guessing at the temperature. To be sure, this is basically a bucket that holds oil. But it's one that has the ever important feature of automatically heating to 375F. That's really all I need and want. It doesn't have a bunch of features, save for the automatic heating and quick release plug. And that's what I wanted.

Objectively, it's not huge, so it's hard to imagine producing fries for more than a pair of 200 pound adults, but for some items, you may be able to cook for 3-4 people, especially if it's a side and not an entree. For making Tonkatsu, for example, I've also used this FryDaddy, and it will hold 2 breaded pork chops.

Be aware the unit is hot to the touch, so it's a good idea to avoid touching the outside for the first 30 minutes after turning it off.

My conclusion is it's efficient for cooking for up to 2 people, but for more, except for children, you'd need to look at a larger capacity unit. With those expectations, I consider it compact, functional, and and an accurate heater of oil. It does what it's designed to do and at a very reasonable price. Highly recommended.

Comment: Bought this for my father who loves to cook and sometimes fry stuff. He loves it! Perfect for him and my mother. Nice price as well!

Comment: Amazingly well constructed, exceeded expectations, and is so easy to use - clean - store. I almost did not order, based upon a few recent negative reviews about the power level. After my scientist-engineer brain kicked in and ran a few calc's to determine the calculated heat at 120-volts versus 110-volts, I realized that they may not have been following manufacturers recommendations. The problem they most likely were having was operating at 110-volts rather than the REQUIRED 120-volts. The manual clearly and in bold states that you MUST operate at 120volts to obtain full temperature.
"Run, don't walk" to purchase this unit, as it is perfect for a 2-4 person family. For large families or groups, it may be on the small size; but, the size, quality, and price make it a must have utensil for every kitchen.

Comment: Love this little fryer. It actually holds a lot of food. It heats up quickly and fits perfectly on a shelf in my cabinet.