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Breville Halo Flexi VDF130 specifications and in-depth review

Breville Halo Flexi VDF130

Manufacturer: Breville

The Breville Halo Flexi (VDF130) is an oven-style air fryer that covers a wide range of cooking tasks through its 10 preset functions, including air fry, bake, roast, broil, reheat, keep warm, toast, dehydrate, and slow cook. It features dual zone sync and dual heating elements, a viewing window with an interior light, preheat capability, and shake reminders to help manage cooking without guesswork. The dishwasher-safe basket simplifies cleanup, and the unit comes with a two-year warranty.

The Breville Halo Flexi operates at 2400W with a temperature range spanning 50°C to 240°C, giving it flexibility across low-temperature tasks like dehydrating and slow cooking as well as high-heat applications. It holds a 5.5-litre capacity and measures 405 x 412 x 412 mm at a weight of 8,600 g. Controls are fully digital, and while the appliance does not support smartphone remote control, Alexa, or Google Assistant integration, it covers the core functionality expected of a countertop oven-style air fryer.

Pros
  • The 10 preset cooking functions — including air fry, bake, roast, broil, dehydrate, slow cook, and more — cover a wide range of cooking tasks from a single appliance
  • A wide temperature range from 50°C to 240°C supports both low-and-slow methods like dehydrating and slow cooking as well as high-heat roasting and broiling
  • Dual heating elements with dual zone sync allow the two cooking zones to work in coordination, adding flexibility for preparing different foods simultaneously
  • The viewing window combined with an interior light allows users to monitor cooking progress without interrupting the cooking cycle
  • The dishwasher-safe basket reduces the effort involved in cleanup after cooking
  • A two-year warranty provides a reasonable period of coverage for an oven-style appliance of this type
Cons
  • At 8,600 g and with dimensions of 405 x 412 x 412 mm, the unit occupies a significant amount of countertop space and is not easy to move or store away
  • There is no smart home integration — the appliance does not support smartphone remote control, Alexa, or Google Assistant, limiting control to the on-unit digital panel
  • It is not a dual-basket model, so despite having dual heating elements and zone sync, users cannot use two fully independent baskets with separate settings simultaneously
Who is this for?

The Breville Halo Flexi suits home cooks who want a single appliance capable of handling a broad variety of cooking methods, from dehydrating and slow cooking at low temperatures to high-heat roasting and broiling up to 240°C. The dual zone sync and dual heating elements make it a practical option for households that regularly prepare multiple components of a meal at once, while the viewing window with interior light appeals to users who prefer to monitor their food without interrupting the cooking cycle. Those who prioritize easy maintenance will also appreciate the dishwasher-safe basket, which reduces the effort involved in daily cleanup.

Who is this NOT for?

Users with limited kitchen or countertop space will find the Breville Halo Flexi difficult to accommodate, given its 405 x 412 x 412 mm footprint and 8,600 g weight, which make it one of the heavier and bulkier appliances in its category. Those who want to control their cooking remotely or integrate their kitchen appliances into a smart home setup will be disappointed, as the unit has no smartphone connectivity, Alexa support, or Google Assistant compatibility. Additionally, users specifically looking for a dual-basket configuration with fully independent drawer controls will find that this model, despite its dual heating elements, does not offer that form factor.

General info:

style Oven
capacity 5.5 & 5.5 l
is a dual-basket air fryer ✕
preset functions Air fry, Bake, Roast, Broil, Reheat, Keep warm, Toast, Dehydrate, Slow cook
number of functions 10
maximum cooking temperature 240°C
minimum cooking temperature 50°C
operating power consumption 2400W
warranty period 2 years

The Breville Halo Flexi is an oven-style air fryer with a 5.5-litre capacity and a total of 10 preset cooking functions: air fry, bake, roast, broil, reheat, keep warm, toast, dehydrate, and slow cook. It is not a dual-basket model, and it operates across a temperature range of 50°C to 240°C at a power draw of 2400W. The unit comes backed by a two-year warranty.

Features:

has dual zone sync ✓
has dual heating elements ✓
has digital controls ✓
shake reminders Shake reminders
has a window ✓
has a preheat function ✓
has an interior light ✓
supports a remote smartphone ✕
works with Alexa ✕
compatible with Google Assistant ✕

The Breville Halo Flexi includes dual heating elements with dual zone sync, allowing the two cooking zones to operate in coordination. Controls are fully digital, and practical cooking aids include a preheat function, shake reminders, a viewing window with an interior light for monitoring food without opening the drawer. Smart home integration is not available — the unit does not support smartphone remote control, Alexa, or Google Assistant.

Design:

has a dishwasher-safe basket/pot ✓
width 405 mm
thickness 412 mm
height 412 mm
weight 8600 g
volume 68746.32 cm³

The Breville Halo Flexi measures 405 x 412 x 412 mm and weighs 8,600 g, making it a substantial countertop appliance with a total volume of around 68,746 cm³. The basket is dishwasher-safe, which simplifies the cleaning process after use.

Final Verdict

The Breville Halo Flexi VDF130 is a capable oven-style air fryer that earns its place in a well-equipped kitchen through sheer versatility — its 10 preset functions spanning a 50°C to 240°C temperature range cover an unusually broad spectrum of cooking tasks for a single countertop appliance. Dual heating elements with zone sync, a viewing window with interior light, and a dishwasher-safe basket all contribute to a practical and considered feature set for regular home cooking. Its size and weight mean it demands a dedicated countertop position, and the absence of any smart home connectivity will be a drawback for users who expect that level of integration. For households that prioritize cooking range and hands-on usability over compact dimensions or app control, the Breville Halo Flexi is a well-rounded choice that delivers on its core purpose.

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