Alza discounted this smart air fryer by more than half! It has Wi-Fi and prepares food for the whole family

Are you looking for a large air fryer that can prepare food for the whole family, and at the same time appreciate the option of connecting it to a smartphone? The Philips 5000 Series Airfryer XXL Connected has now dropped from the usual 4,999 CZK to 2,399 CZK with code ALZADNY25, meaning it has been discounted by more than half. It boasts a volume of 7.2 l and 16 programs.

Quick summary:
✅ Makes sense if you cook for a family, are looking for a quality large air fryer with an app, and want to utilize the above-average features of the Philips XXL.
⚠️ Consider if you prefer an air fryer with two baskets (Dual Zone) or physical buttons for custom programs without needing to use an app.
💡 At 2,399 CZK, this offers a very strong price/performance ratio – competing Philips, Cosori, or Ninja models of this size typically cost 4,500 CZK and more.

Why is this air fryer interesting?

The Philips 5000 Series Airfryer XXL Connected is aimed at people who want a really large air fryer for the whole family. According to Shop Watchdog, it was sold for 4,999 CZK before the promotion, and now with code ALZADNY25, it costs only 2,399 CZK, which is a very attractive price point in this category.

The main draw is the combination of XXL capacity, Wi-Fi connectivity with the HomeID app, and a wide repertoire of functions – the air fryer can not only fry, but also bake, grill, roast, dehydrate, ferment, and reheat. This makes it a replacement for a small oven and microwave in one – if you have enough counter space (dimensions 33 × 30 cm).

Key parameters explained simply

The internal space has a volume of 7.2 liters and can hold 1.4 kg of food. This is enough for 6 servings at once – for a family of four, it means you don’t have to worry about multiple batches. The power consumption is a standard 2,000 W, and the temperature can be set in the range of 40 to 200 °C, covering everything from drying fruit to crispy fries. The star-shaped bottom and Rapid Air technology are designed to ensure even circulation of hot air.

The air fryer features 16 preset programs: in addition to classic air frying, it also offers baking, grilling, defrosting, reheating, and other specialized modes. Connecting to Wi-Fi via the HomeID app (localized in Czech, available for Android and iOS) adds hundreds of recipes and the ability to start food preparation remotely. The app sends a notification when it’s done. Philips states 60% energy savings and 40% time savings compared to a traditional oven – these are manufacturer’s product data, actual results vary depending on the dish.

The manufacturer’s claim of 90% less fat applies when compared to fries prepared in a traditional deep fryer – in regular home cooking, the difference is smaller but still significant. For most users, it is primarily a more convenient and faster alternative to an oven.

Practical aspects: cleaning, control, discount code

From the perspective of daily use, the biggest advantage is the QuickClean system with a non-stick surface and a removable dishwasher-safe basket. This is generally a key parameter for air fryers – hand washing a hot container with a grated bottom is one of the least popular kitchen tasks. The inner surface is BPA-free, the cable measures 80 cm, and the entire air fryer weighs 6.25 kg.

The control features a touch display, so you can manage without the HomeID app – if you don’t want Wi-Fi, the air fryer functions fully independently via preset programs. However, the app significantly expands possibilities by offering recipes with automatic temperature and time settings, as well as notifications for when cooking is complete. Advanced features such as keep warm and cooking pre-selection are also available.

The price of 2,399 CZK is valid only after entering the code ALZADNY25 in the cart. Without the code, the “price bomb” remains 3,199 CZK, and the regular price before the promotion is 4,999 CZK. The discount code is part of the Alza Days campaign, which is time-limited, and the offer may change based on stock availability.

What users say

On Alza, the air fryer has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 (20 ratings) and 90% of customers recommend it. The complaint rate is zero, and over 100 units have been sold. There are only 5 detailed text reviews so far, so the sample is limited, and the overall picture may become clearer with a growing number of responses.

From what people write, they repeatedly praise the speed of food preparation, quiet operation, and the app with recipes. One reviewer describes using the air fryer daily even for simple food reheating – making it a full-fledged microwave replacement. Another customer emphasizes the energy savings compared to a regular oven, which makes sense for smaller portions for 1–2 people. Users generally rate the basket size in conjunction with the air fryer’s dimensions positively.

Critical comments mainly concern three things. Firstly – one reviewer mentions that food sometimes comes out drier, especially with smaller portions, and it takes a while to find the right time and temperature. Secondly – there is no dedicated physical button for creating custom programs; custom recipes can only be saved via the HomeID app. Thirdly – it is not a dual-basket (Dual Zone) variant, so you cannot prepare two different dishes simultaneously at different temperatures.

If this particular model didn’t appeal to you, but you’re looking for a large air fryer on sale, you can also browse the current Alza Days, where other discounted models from brands like Cosori, Ninja, Tefal, or Electrolux are also featured.

When it doesn’t make sense

The discount is significant, but this model isn’t for everyone. If you often cook two different dishes simultaneously (e.g., meat and a side dish at different temperatures), the single-chamber variant will limit you – in such a case, it makes sense to pay extra for Dual Zone models like Philips NA462/70 or Ninja Foodi MAX. The second reason to consider a different model: if you want to create custom programs directly on the air fryer without the app, you’ll hit a limit – this function is only available via HomeID.

And thirdly: if you cook exclusively for 1–2 people and have limited counter space, the 7.2l XXL basket is unnecessarily large. In such a case, smaller Philips 3000 Series or Compact models are sufficient, which also consume less energy for preheating. Bonus baking and grilling accessories (Philips HD9957/00 and HD9959/00) must be purchased separately; the package only includes the air fryer and basket.

Verdict: who it’s worth it for

If you are looking for a large air fryer for the whole family with Wi-Fi, a Czech app, and a wide range of functions, and you catch the price of 2,399 CZK with code ALZADNY25, this promotion offers one of the best price/performance ratios in its category. From its original 4,999 CZK, the Philips 5000 Series drops by exactly half, a level you typically won’t achieve with any regular competitor in this size and feature set. Conversely, if you want Dual Zone, custom programs without an app, or a smaller air fryer for singles, it’s worth looking at a different model.

Is one large basket enough for your air fryer, or do you already prefer variants with two separate ones?