Philips 3000 Series Dual Basket NA352/00 review
Overview and design
The Philips 3000 Series Dual Basket NA352/00 uses an asymmetric layout rather than copying the equal drawers found on many rivals. Its total nine-litre capacity is divided into a larger six-litre basket and a smaller three-litre basket. That is a practical choice for ordinary meals, where a whole chicken, substantial protein or large portion of chips often needs more room than vegetables or a side dish. Owners who usually split food into two equal batches may prefer symmetrical drawers, but households cooking one main and one accompaniment can use the available space more efficiently.
The machine provides separate controls for each basket and a synchronised finish feature so dishes with different timings can arrive together. Philips lists eight presets and supports recipe guidance through its HomeID ecosystem. The touchscreen is clean and modern, although preset icons cannot replace checking the food itself. There are no viewing windows, so the baskets must be opened to inspect progress. The footprint remains substantial because the large and small drawers sit side by side; buyers should measure depth as well as width and leave space around the air outlet.
Cooking performance
The NA352/00 is designed around Philips’ RapidAir approach, circulating hot air around each basket for browning with little added oil. Independent reviews and early testing describe a strong family-oriented appliance that handles a main course and side confidently. The larger drawer is the more versatile half: it can accept foods that would be awkward in a pair of small equal baskets, while the smaller zone avoids running a second oversized compartment for a modest portion. The design is especially well suited to roast-style meals, fish with vegetables, or chicken alongside potatoes.
As with any dual-basket machine, headline capacity should not be confused with usable surface area. Crisping is best when ingredients form a loose layer rather than a deep pile, and chips or vegetables still benefit from shaking. The presets are useful starting points, but food thickness, initial temperature and basket loading can change the result. The synchronisation feature improves serving convenience; it does not compensate for overcrowding. When both zones are filled heavily, allowing extra time and checking the centre of dense foods remains important.
Controls, cleaning and ownership
The controls prioritise convenience. Users select the basket, choose a programme or manual setting, and can coordinate finishing times without calculating when to start the shorter dish. That makes the Philips approachable for first-time air-fryer owners and families moving away from a conventional oven for smaller meals. The free recipe platform adds ideas, although it is not necessary for operating the appliance. People who prefer physical buttons may find a glossy touchscreen less immediate, particularly with wet or greasy fingers, and the lack of a window means the visual design offers less cooking feedback than some Instant or Salter models.
Philips states that removable basket components are dishwasher safe, which reduces day-to-day maintenance, but the six-litre drawer is large enough to occupy much of a compact dishwasher. Hand washing promptly after cooking prevents grease from hardening and is gentler on coated surfaces. The asymmetric parts are not interchangeable, so each plate and drawer must return to the correct side. Replacement filters are not involved, and there is no steam system to descale, making ownership simpler than the premium NA555/09. The main ongoing task is keeping the baskets, crisper plates and upper cavity free of baked-on residue.
Verdict
The NA352/00 is a thoughtful alternative to equal-sized twin drawers. Its six-plus-three-litre split matches the way many families actually cook, giving a large main enough room while preserving a separate zone for a smaller side. It is best for households that value simple controls, coordinated cooking and an established appliance brand. It is less compelling for buyers who regularly need two identical batches or want viewing windows. Compared with the more expensive Philips steam model, it offers a more straightforward and lower-maintenance route to dual-basket cooking. Its success ultimately depends on whether the asymmetric layout fits the owner’s usual meals.