Nuwave Brio 6-Quart Healthy Digital Smart Air Fryer with
$129.99
Product Overview
The Nuwave Brio 6-Quart Healthy Digital Smart Air Fryer is a high-performance kitchen appliance engineered for health-minded home cooks who want restaurant-quality results without the guilt. Designed with precision and convenience in mind, the Brio combines advanced temperature control, even heating, and smart digital features to deliver consistently crisp, flavorful meals—using little to no oil. Whether you’re air frying fries, roasting a whole chicken, or grilling steaks indoors, this versatile machine adapts to your cooking needs with professional-grade reliability. Perfect for couples or small families, the Brio makes it easy to prepare nutritious, delicious meals quickly and efficiently every day.
Key Features
- Consistent Cooking Temperature: Unlike many air fryers that can fluctuate by up to 40°F, the Brio monitors internal temperature 120 times per second, ensuring precise, stable heat delivery. This real-time monitoring eliminates guesswork and guarantees perfectly cooked food—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside—every single time.
- Even Heating System: Powered by a patented Fry Pan Basket made of durable stainless steel mesh, the Brio circulates super-heated air around your food from all sides. Strategically placed holes in the basket walls allow hot air to reach every surface, promoting uniform browning and eliminating cold spots for consistent results.
- Advanced Digital Controls: With a wide temperature range from 50°F to 400°F—adjustable in 5°F increments—the Brio offers exceptional flexibility for everything from slow reheating to high-heat searing. The intuitive one-touch interface includes dedicated Reheat and Preheat buttons, plus 100 built-in preprogrammed recipes that take the guesswork out of meal prep.
- Removable Divider Insert: A standout feature exclusive to the 6-Quart model, the removable divider insert lets you cook two different dishes simultaneously—ideal for preparing a side and main course together, doubling efficiency without sacrificing variety.
- Grill Indoors Anytime: Included with the unit is a dishwasher-safe, non-stick Grill Pan that enables indoor grilling of steaks, chicken, fish, burgers, and more—without adding extra oil. A removable drip tray captures excess fat and juices, simplifying cleanup while supporting healthier cooking habits.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 6 quarts (supports up to 2 pounds of fries or a 3.5-pound whole chicken)
- Temperature Range: 50°F to 400°F, adjustable in 5°F increments
- Temperature Monitoring: 120 checks per second for real-time accuracy
- Basket Design: Patented stainless-steel meshed Fry Pan Basket with wall perforations for optimal airflow
- Included Accessories: Removable divider insert, non-stick dishwasher-safe Grill Pan, removable drip tray
- Preprogrammed Recipes: 100 built-in options for quick, guided cooking
- Controls: One-touch digital interface with Reheat and Preheat functions
Benefits & Use Cases
The Nuwave Brio empowers users to enjoy crispy, juicy, and flavorful meals without the added fats and calories of traditional frying or outdoor grilling. Its large 6-quart capacity makes it ideal for small families or individuals who want to cook full meals at once—whether it’s a roasted chicken with roasted vegetables or grilled salmon with a side salad. The ability to use the removable divider insert means you can prepare multiple components of a meal simultaneously, saving time and effort during busy weeknights or weekend gatherings.
For health-conscious eaters, the Brio supports low-fat or oil-free cooking through its non-stick Grill Pan and efficient air circulation system, reducing calorie intake without compromising taste. The Reheat function preserves texture and prevents overcooking, making leftovers just as satisfying as when they were first prepared. Meanwhile, the Preheat button ensures food starts cooking immediately upon addition, maintaining ideal temperatures for perfect browning and crispiness.
This appliance excels in versatility—air frying, roasting, baking, grilling, and reheating are all supported within one compact unit. Its smart design means fewer appliances cluttering your countertop, while the digital controls simplify operation for users of all skill levels. From beginners following preprogrammed recipes to experienced cooks customizing settings, the Brio adapts to your culinary style with ease.
Important Notes
- The included Grill Pan and accessories are dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning, though handwashing may extend their lifespan depending on usage frequency.
- The removable divider insert is only available on the 6-Quart model; smaller capacity versions do not include this feature.
- Manufactured by NuWave, an American company based in Vernon Hills, Illinois, the Brio reflects a commitment to affordable, eco-conscious kitchen technology that supports sustainable living.
- No oil is required when using the non-stick Grill Pan, enabling healthier grilling options that retain natural flavors and reduce unnecessary fat.
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J. Leo –
Very versatile and effective
Our basic Black and Decker toaster oven recently failed and we wanted to try something a little more powerful and versatile. Wow does this toaster oven impress. Toast is done perfectly in about 5 minutes. It heats up very fast for baking and heats food evenly. We bake a lot of sourdough bread and the proofing function really comes in handy. We recently tried baking a whole 7 pound chicken and with the included temperature probe it came out perfectly. Literally everything we have tried in this toaster oven has come out tasting great. It is also very easy to use.This is an excellent value for the money. You pay a little more than you would for one of the smaller basic models but you can cook so much more in this toaster oven that spending a little more is definitely worth it.Do take note that this device is a bit larger than one of the basic models. In the one picture I show it next to our kitchen aid mixer so you have a sense of size. Make sure you have the counter space to fit this.
Sam Barrese –
Finally a multi function toaster oven that lasts
Updated Review:We originally bought this in January 2023 and I wanted to give an update that we have been using this air fryer for 20 months now. We usually run it multiple times a day (usually in the morning for breakfast sausages and lunch for chicken nuggets and then occasionally in the evening for salmon or steak if the weather isn’t good for grilling) and it is still going strong. Needs a good cleaning, but other than that it is still in great shape.Original Review:When we moved to our new house, I wanted to get an air fryer and settled on getting a multi-function toaster oven that could air fry. This was our third fryer in 2 years. The previous 2 only lasted around 6 months each.Hopefully not jinxing myself, but it has now been 14 months and this one is still going strong. We use it daily for breakfast for toasting bread, bagels, cooking breakfast sausages, etc. We also use it daily at lunch as our toddler will only eat chicken nuggets for lunch. And we probably use is on average 1 day a week at nighttime to cook part of a dinner in (salmon fillet, steaks in wintertime, home fries, roasted veggies). Long story short, we use it a lot.I love the temperature probe for cooking meats. Works great. No guessing or continually having to stop, take it out, and check it. You just look over at the display and see where you are at and can easily enough estimate how much longer.The controls took a little bit of getting used to. They were not the most intuitive and I had to actually read the instruction manual. But after a couple weeks it is now very easy to use.Love the removable crumb bin on the bottom. Makes cleaning it very easy. There are these bars around the heating elements. I assume they are there to help protect them from getting hit, but they are a pain to clean when everything gets dirty. Burned on oil and grease are really hard to clean off without scratching the element’s glass with the steel wool.From the trial and errors and the other machines that failed, I learned that you don’t want a unit that has the coil power going through the mode selection knob. When you realize you are in the wrong mode and switch modes while the power is on, you burn the contacts off. Pretty sure several people in my household were doing that even though I told them not to and that is how our 2nd toaster died. The second was to have the controls on the side of the machine and not the top. I think the top gets too hot being over the oven and that is what killed our first toaster.
A. Nielsen –
It’s big, it’s hot but it works 😉
I got this appliance because I live alone and often warming up the whole oven for a few chicken breasts or whatever seems like a lot of energy. I also liked the various modes it had so thought I’d give it a try. The price was just too much to resist.Pros:1) Comes with a booklet with easy “how to”, how long to cook various things, recipes, troubleshooting etc. Really helpful. I put it on top of the appliance (I took it off shortly after … keep reading)2) I put 4 frozen chicken breasts in on the roast mode and in about 30 minutes, they were done. So far all I’ve done is chicken in it but I’ve only had it a few days3) The buttons are very easy to understand probably even if you didn’t read the book.4) it fits a lot. It could have fit 6 chicken breasts and then some stuff on the top rack too if I wanted to5) So many modes – so much awesomeness! Get rid of a bunch of appliances (I might wait a month or so)Cons:1) This thing gets forking hot man. Like if you touch the outside of it you will burn your hand. Keep your kids away from it for sure. It gets hot on the top, the back and sides. I am actually a bit worried about my wall in this picture because of how hot it gets. That’s why I removed the papers … I honestly thought they might catch fire. Also the vent is at the top lol2) The probe … I mean it’s ok. I think it isn’t sensitive enough. Both times I’ve cooked chicken in it, it has been overdone and it alerts me at 155. In my regular oven at 155, I take it out and let it rest and it’s perfect but my chicken is just a bit overdone here. Plus, the probe – wow it’s hot. I mean duh right? But be super careful. I haven’t actually figured out the best way to manage all the hot parts to this when I’m taking stuff out.3) The racks are tight? I mean they just don’t slide super easy making the in/out process (especially when everything is so hot) just extra iffy.If the reason why you’re buying this is so your kids can have extra independence after school making their pizza bites, fries, chicken nugs or whatever, I’d look somewhere else. I’m all for letting kids figure stuff out and be independent but I would worry about anyone under 14 using this safely without burning their skin to the bone.This is probably not the best toaster oven for the little elderly person who wants to replace their oven like I did. It’s kind of hard to get stuff in & out and their skin is so thin it would burn them right to the bone before they even blink!That’s my take 🙂
Susan53 –
Good Countertop Oven
I received it last week. Setup was easy. It came with both an “instruction manual” and a “quick start” guide.Preheats and cooks quickly.As per the instruction manual, I washed all the accessories. I recommend washing the enamel cook pan in the dishwasher or soaking it in hot water for a while before the first use. I wiped the oven both inside and out with a damp sponge to help avoid the normal smell that most give off during the first few uses and it helped.The menu is easy to read and the cook temp and time is displayed is large. The fan is a little noisy.The best thing: It comes with a RECIPE BOOK! Can’t wait to try them.
hjwilley –
99%
KarStark –
This is a large air fryer / toaster oven, with many good features. I especially like being able to program my own “recipes” so it comes out just right. The 100 built-in presets also do the trick. Of course, you can always set things manually if you want. The air fryer works well, and it’s nice to finally have crispy fries and nuggets (my previous oven had only convection, not air frying). The only thing I’ll nitpick on is that the fan is really quite loud. Overall, I recommend this for the number of functions you get for the price.
Amazon Customer –
I like the look, the settings to the side of door. I am not impressed with the door wanting to close while I am taking things out of the oven. I have burnt my arm on the glass/door frame a couple of times. Since I use this oven as my primary appliance for baking, roasting, air frying, etc it’s used almost daily. It works beautifully on whatever function I have used thus far. One issue besides the door problem is the noisy fan!!! It drives me crazy it’s so loud. It sounds as if it’s too big for the compartment it’s in and grinding its way out or bent. I may have to send it back for a trade in. ??
Yassy –
The oven is beautiful. I gave 4 stars as it was returned. It was too small. I did not use it so I cannot comment on how well it performs.
fahimeh Entezar –
It’s size is medium, not family size, also it’s not user friendly, but it works well