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By Shane Brumback | Published | Updated Oct 24, 2026
The Chefman TurboFry Dual with DC Motor (model RJ38-45DBDW) is the upgraded version of Chefman's budget 9-Qt dual basket. You still get two independent 4.5-Qt baskets, but Chefman added a variable-speed DC motor fan, a 450°F max temperature, a viewing window in each basket, PFAS-free ceramic nonstick coating, and six functions including Broil and Dehydrate. That closes most of the gap we called out on the original TurboFry Touch Dual and puts it head-to-head with the Ninja DZ201 (8 Qt) on features, while staying lighter and more compact. It is a newer model (first listed on Amazon in November 2025), so long-term durability data is still thin.
Best for: Families who want two baskets, windows, and a non-toxic ceramic coating without paying flagship prices. Cooks who want real 450°F crisping and a Broil mode. Anyone with limited counter height — at about 11" tall and ~12.8 lbs it is smaller than most 9–10 Qt duals.
Skip it if: You need more capacity for a crowd — look at the Ninja DZ302 (10 Qt) or Ninja DZ401 (10 Qt). You want a long track record — this model is new, so the proven Ninja DZ201 or COSORI Dual 9-Qt may suit you better.
| Feature | TurboFry Dual DC Motor (9 Qt) | TurboFry Touch Dual (9 Qt) | Ninja DZ201 (8 Qt) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Capacity | 9 Qt | 9 Qt | 8 Qt |
| Basket Count / Size | 2 x 4.5 Qt | 2 x 4.5 Qt | 2 x 4 Qt |
| Functions | 6 (incl. Broil, Dehydrate, Frozen) | Air Fry, Roast, Reheat (simple) | 6-in-1 (incl. Broil) |
| Max Temp | 450°F | 400°F | 450°F |
| Viewing Windows | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
| Sync Feature | Sync Baskets + Sync Finish | Sync Finish | Match Cook + Smart Finish |
| Coating | PFAS-free ceramic | Nonstick | Nonstick |
Owner feedback on Chefman's TurboFry dual basket line consistently praises ease of use, the convenience of cooking two foods at different times and temperatures, and how well the sync options work. The most common complaints across the line are a plastic smell during the first few uses (run it empty once before cooking), occasional touchscreen glitches, and a handful of durability reports. Because the DC Motor model is still new, we recommend keeping your receipt and registering the 1-year assurance.
If you already liked the idea of the Chefman TurboFry Touch Dual but wanted broil and a hotter max temp, this DC Motor model is the one to get. Against the Ninja DZ201, you get an extra quart of capacity, windows, and a PFAS-free coating, while Ninja offers a longer track record. Want windows from a bigger brand? See the Instant Vortex Plus XL, or for another PFAS-free option the Elite Gourmet EAF1055D (11 Qt).
Both are 9 Qt total with two 4.5-Qt baskets. The newer DC Motor model (RJ38-45DBDW) adds a variable-speed DC motor fan, a 450°F max temperature (vs 400°F), a viewing window in each basket, PFAS-free ceramic nonstick baskets, and six functions including Broil and Dehydrate. The original TurboFry Touch Dual is a simpler, lower-spec model.
Chefman lists six functions: Air Fry, Bake, Broil, Reheat, Dehydrate, and Frozen, plus a keep-warm option. Each basket can run its own function, time, and temperature.
Yes, two. Sync Baskets copies one basket's settings to the other for a full 9-Qt batch, and Sync Finish staggers the start so two different foods finish at the same time.
The baskets use a PFAS-free ceramic nonstick coating, and Chefman says the baskets and racks are top-rack dishwasher safe. Each basket also has a window so you can check food without pulling the drawer.
Amazon lists it at about 14.5"D x 16"W x 11"H and roughly 12.8 lbs, rated 1750W at 120V. That is noticeably lighter and lower than many 9–10 Qt dual basket models.
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