Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Chefman vs GASTROBACK
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Chefman |  GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | TurboFry 2-Quart Digital Air Fryer, Compact 2-Quart Air Fryer, Multifunctional Digital Air Fryer - 10 Quart | Multi-Heissluftfritteuse Heat & Crisp Family 8 L, Multi-Heissluftfritteuse Duo Family 9 L, Design Heissluftfritteuse Air Pro |
| Price from | $49.99 | €3.99 |
| Capacity (l) | 9.46Higher | 8 |
| Power (W) | 1,700 | 2,000 |
| Cooking programmes | 17Higher | 10 |
| Markets | US, CA | DE, AT |
| Dishwasher-safe parts | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Warranty | 1 year | Not confirmed |
| Spare parts shop | Not confirmed | Yes |
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Key differences
- GASTROBACK scores higher overall: 9.6 vs 9.2.
- Capacity (l) is higher at Chefman: 9.46 vs 8.
- Cooking programmes is higher at Chefman: 17 vs 10.
- Support channels: only GASTROBACK offers Help centre.
- Products: only GASTROBACK offers Multicooker, Stand mixer, Food processor.
- Markets: only Chefman offers US, CA.
- Markets: only GASTROBACK offers DE, AT.
Our verdict on each
Chefman
Chefman suits households that want air frying and coffee from the same maker, and the entry basket is the draw: air fryers start at $49.99 and coffee machines at $34.99. The trade-off is depth, since the coffee side stays with espresso and drip and sales run to US and CA.
GASTROBACK
GASTROBACK suits cooks in Germany and Austria who want air fryers and coffee from the same seller, with espresso machines starting at €89. The trade-off is range depth: the flagship Design Espressomaschine Advanced Urban Duo costs €699.99 and the catalogue stays inside DE and AT.
Score breakdown
| Area | Chefman | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4Air fryers start at $49.99 and coffee machines at $34.99, so the entry basket stays cheap across the range. | 9.9HigherEspresso machines start at €89 against a site median of €127.49, and the flagship costs €699.99. |
| Offer | 9.1Dishwasher safe parts are included, 17 programs, and a 1 year warranty back it up. | 9.2HigherThe fryer line pairs 8 litres of capacity with 10 programs, and espresso, drip and grinder widens the range into coffee. |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Chefman | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso and bean-to-cup machines | 14 of 59 | 6 of 59 |
| Coffee machines | 17 of 82 | 8 of 82 |
| Air fryers and multicookers | 14 of 46 | 5 of 46 |
Pick Chefman if, pick GASTROBACK if
Pick Chefman if capacity (l) and cooking programmes matter most.
Pick GASTROBACK if cost matter most.
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Chefman | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Germany |
A third option
Chef iQ has cooking programmes at 300, against 17 for Chefman and 10 for GASTROBACK.
Chef iQ reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | Chefman | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Air fryer, Blender | Air fryer, Multicooker, Blender, Stand mixer, Food processorCovers more |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Gastroback GmbH |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Germany |
| Support channels | Email, Phone | Email, Phone, Help centreCovers more |
Coffee machines
| Fact | Chefman | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Machine types | Espresso, Drip | Espresso, Drip, GrinderCovers more |
| Entry price | $34.99 | €89 |
| Flagship price | $499.99 | €699.99 |
| Pump pressure (bar) | 15 | 15 |
| Built-in grinder | Yes | Yes |
| Milk system | Steam wand | Steam wand |
| Boiler type | Dual | Thermoblock |
| Pod system | Not confirmed | None |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Chefman | GASTROBACK | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity (l) | 9.46above the median | 8above the median | 7.1 |
| Power (W) | 1,700at the median | 2,000highest quarter | 1,700 |
| Cooking programmes | 17highest quarter | 10above the median | 9 |
| Warranty | 1 yearbelow the median | Not confirmed | 2 years |
Median across 58 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Chefman
Pros
- Air fryers start at $49.99 and coffee machines at $34.99, so the entry basket stays cheap across the range.
- The multifunctional air fryer runs 17 programs and ranks 8 of 60 brands, the one measure where Chefman sits near the front.
- The espresso machine packs a 15 bar pump, a dual boiler, a steam wand and a grinder built in, all within the $499.99 flagship.
Cons
- The coffee side is espresso and drip only, so a shopper after pod or bean-to-cup work ends up reading a different brand's page.
- Capacity ranks 17 of 69 brands at 9.46 litres, so basket size is mid-table rather than the reason to buy.
- Sales run to US and CA only, so buyers outside those markets order without a local warranty route.
GASTROBACK
Pros
- Espresso, drip and grinder models sit under the same brand, per espresso, drip and grinder, so a whole coffee corner is covered.
- The flagship espresso machine has a built-in grinder, a steam wand and a thermoblock boiler, covering beans and milk drinks in the same body.
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre, and a spare parts shop keeps replacement parts on the same storefront as the machines.
Cons
- The flagship espresso machine costs €699.99, far above the site median of €492.95.
- Capsule drinkers get nothing here, since the pod system is none.
- Shipping covers DE and AT only, so buyers elsewhere face a cross-border order.
Who each suits
Chefman
Who it suits
- First-time air fryer buyers who want 17 programs in the basket machine rather than a plain fryer.
- Espresso drinkers after a grinder, a steam wand and a dual boiler in one machine, in a range that starts at $34.99.
- Shoppers in US and CA who want a desk on email and phone and a 1 year warranty behind the purchase.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who wants multicooker and processor work in one machine, since GASTROBACK reaches air fryer, multicooker and blender where Chefman's air fryer and blender stop at fryers and blenders.
- Pressure-cooking buyers, since Chef iQ is built around multicooker only.
- Shoppers who want stand mixers and food processors as well, since Daewoo Electricals adds air fryer, blender and stand mixer to a comparable small appliance line.
GASTROBACK
Who it suits
- Buyers in DE and AT who want air fryers and espresso from the same store, with a spare parts shop behind the machines.
- Coffee drinkers who want a built-in grinder, a steam wand and a thermoblock boiler, where Chef iq covers multicooker alone.
- Shoppers who want blenders and stand mixers alongside the fryers, a mix closer to Daewoo Electricals and Arno, both listing air fryer, blender and stand mixer.
Who should look elsewhere
- Capsule drinkers, since the flagship's pod system is none.
- Shoppers outside DE and AT, who may find a nearer fit in Arno or Daewoo Electricals, both listing air fryer, blender and stand mixer.
- Households chasing the largest basket, since air fryer capacity ranks 24 of 69.
Country by country
| Country | Chefman | GASTROBACK |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | No | Yes |
| Germany | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Chefman
How much does a Chefman air fryer cost?+
Chefman air fryers start at $49.99. The reference line covers a compact fryer alongside a multifunctional digital model, so the entry point sits well below the $499.99 top of the coffee range. Check the current listing price for the exact model before you commit.
What does the top of the coffee range cost?+
The flagship coffee machine is $499.99 and the entry coffee machine is $34.99. That spread is the usual pattern for a range that opens with drip and filter models and ends on the espresso machine carrying a dual boiler and a steam wand.
GASTROBACK
What does a coffee machine cost at GASTROBACK?+
Coffee machines start at €89 for the espresso range, with drip and grinder models listed in espresso, drip and grinder alongside it. The flagship Design Espressomaschine Advanced Urban Duo costs €699.99, so the distance between the cheapest machine and the top of the range is wide, and buyers should decide early which end they need.
Where does GASTROBACK deliver?+
Shipping terms cover DE and AT, so a German or Austrian buyer is served directly from the store. Service and support come from the same base in Germany, so questions and warranty queries stay with the seller rather than a third party.