{"id":919500,"date":"2023-11-21T13:15:12","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T10:15:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=919500"},"modified":"2023-11-21T13:15:12","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T10:15:12","slug":"the-6-best-air-fryers-for-2025-tested-and-reviewed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=919500","title":{"rendered":"The 6 best air fryers for 2025, tested and reviewed"},"content":{"rendered":"<article id=\"article-8dfb0e35-0d59-41ac-a6cd-b9af5a4bdad8\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"mx-auto flex flex-row justify-between md:px-10 md:max-w-[1220px]\">\n<div class=\"min-w-0 flex-1 self-start\" data-i13n-boundary=\"true\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<nav class=\"relative mx-4 mb-4 border-b pb-4 md:mx-0 md:mb-6 md:max-w-[750px] md:pb-6\" aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\">\n<ol class=\"no-scrollbar overflow-scroll whitespace-nowrap text-battleship\">\n<li class=\"inline\">\n<li class=\"inline-block cursor-default last:pr-10 md:last:pr-20 font-bold\">Home<\/li>\n<li class=\"inline-block cursor-default last:pr-10 md:last:pr-20 ml-2 before:mb-0.5 before:mr-3 before:inline-block before:size-2 before:rotate-45 before:border-r-2 before:border-t-2 before:border-battleship\">Kitchen tech<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n<div class=\"px-4 md:max-w-[750px] md:px-0 disclosure\">\n<div class=\"commerce\" data-pw=\"disclosure\">\n<div class=\"mb-7 flex items-center rounded-lg p-3 w-fit flex-col md:flex-row\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center self-start md:self-center mb-[10px] pb-[18px] md:mb-0 md:py-2 mr-3 border-b border-bob pr-1 dark:border-dolphin md:border-b-0 md:border-r md:pr-3 w-full border-batcave md:w-fit\"><span data-pw=\"disclosureLogo\" class=\"mr-2 size-5 md:size-6\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/72819a70-4d9b-11ee-97ef-bc308af496e0-150.png\" alt=\"Engadget\" title=\"72819a70-4d9b-11ee-97ef-bc308af496e0-150\"><\/span><span class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap lg:w-[86px] text-xs font-bold text-batcave dark:text-grey-hair md:text-sm\">Why you can trust us<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"mt-[10px] [&amp;_p]:text-[12px] [&amp;_p]:font-[400] [&amp;_p]:text-batcave text-sm text-battleship dark:text-gandalf [&amp;_a]:text-batcave [&amp;_a]:underline dark:[&amp;_a]:text-grey-hair\">\n<p>Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<header class=\"mb-4 px-4 md:mb-6 md:max-w-[750px] md:px-0\">\n<h1 class=\"layout-h1 my-2 font-bold leading-tight\">The 6 best air fryers for 2025, tested and reviewed<\/h1>\n<h2 class=\"rightrail-h2-subheadline my-2 text-[18px] font-light leading-5 md:text-2xl md:leading-7\">We&#8217;ve got you covered with the six best air fryer toaster ovens for every budget.<\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex-col items-start lg:flex lg:flex-row lg:items-center lg:justify-between mt-6\">\n<div class=\"relative md:mr-[10px]\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center\">\n<div class=\"inline-block\">\n<div class=\"w-max text-[0.875rem]\/[1.25rem] font-semibold inline\">Mat Smith,\u00a0Nicole Lee,\u00a0Valentina Palladino<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-[0.75rem] text-dolphin dark:text-shark md:text-[0.875rem]\/[1.25rem] lg:pt-[5px]\">\n<div class=\"inline-block\"><span class=\"mr-1 hidden lg:inline\">Updated<\/span><time datetime=\"2025-11-24T08:00:36.000Z\">Mon, November 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM UTC<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ml-0 mt-4 flex items-center lg:ml-3 lg:mt-0\">\n<div class=\"ml-0 mr-2\">\n<div class=\"relative flex\">Add Engadget on Google<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"mx-4 md:mx-0\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[[fullbleed-start_body-start]_minmax(auto,750px)_[body-end_fullbleed-end]]\">\n<figure class=\"relative col-body mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative overflow-hidden fig-image-round -mx-4 md:mx-0\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"object-cover object-center\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/b0e69a00-bc6b-11ef-b77f-8770908c27f4-1.jpg\" title=\"b0e69a00-bc6b-11ef-b77f-8770908c27f4-1\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-[0.875rem]\/[1.25rem] figure-caption mt-1 line-clamp-2 mt-2.5 md:mt-2 pr-2.5\">\n<div><span>Engadget<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-article-mobile md:max-w-[750px] md:grid-cols-article\" data-article-body=\"true\">\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Air fryers have earned their spot on countless countertops for good reason. They make it easy to whip up crispy fries, roasted vegetables and even baked treats without dealing with a pot of hot oil or larger, slower appliances. These compact machines use rapid hot air circulation to deliver crunch and flavor with less mess, making them a practical upgrade for busy cooks or anyone looking to simplify weeknight meals.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s now an air fryer for almost every kitchen setup, from small baskets that handle quick snacks to larger multi-function models that can roast, reheat and dehydrate. After testing a range of options, our current top pick is the Instant Vortex Plus air fryer. It offers a balance of power, ease of use and consistent results, making it a standout choice for most households.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, we\u2019ve rounded up the best air fryers available right now, covering a range of sizes and features. Whether you\u2019re upgrading from an older model or buying your first, these picks can help you cook crisp, golden meals without the extra oil or hassle.<\/p>\n<div class=\"commerce col-body\">\n<div class=\"mb-8 mt-4 dark:text-grey-hair\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[auto_1fr] items-center gap-6 text-xl\/6 font-bold md:text-2xl after:block after:border-t-4 after:border-batcave dark:after:border-grey-hair\">Quick Overview<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce miniModule [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-t [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-dirty-seagull dark:[&amp;+.miniModule]:border-charcoal\" id=\"amazon_B096N28SZP\">\n<div class=\"group flex py-5 @container\/p\">\n<div class=\"flex grow flex-col @xl:flex-row\" data-pw=\"multipleCTALayout\">\n<div class=\"flex h-[78px] grow @xl:h-[90px]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the mini product module\" class=\"h-full transition duration-300 ease-in-out object-contain focus:scale-105 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:scale-105\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/c31dccc0-d865-11ed-b079-f9089e77ff03.jpg\" height=\"68\" width=\"120\" title=\"c31dccc0-d865-11ed-b079-f9089e77ff03\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"line-clamp-2 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-header dark:text-thanos md:text-base\">Best air fryer overall<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"line-clamp-1 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-fg-primary active:opacity-60 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-article-ui-fg-primary group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:underline dark:group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-sky dark:text-grey-hair\">Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart Air Fryer<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col justify-around @xl\/p:flex-row @xl\/p:items-center @xl\/p:justify-start\">\n<div class=\"w-[220px] text-nowrap max-[320px]:w-[160px]\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center @xl\/p:w-[220px] @xl\/p:flex-col-reverse @xl\/p:gap-y-2 @xl:ml-0 mt-4 @xl\/p:mt-0\">\n<div class=\"ml-1.5 pr-2.5 @xl\/p:self-auto \"><a data-ylk=\"elm:loadmore;itc:1;sec:quick-overview;aid:amazon_B096N28SZP;cpos:1;itmId:$160;ll3:product-available;ll4:productoffer-auto;pid:amazon_B096N28SZP;pdid:Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart Air Fryer;subsec:commlist;elmt:amazon;itemcost:$160;sellerN:Amazon;pkgt:horizontal-options;pos:6;slk:More options;\" class=\"rapid-noclick-resp optionsBtn group\/expandBtn box-border inline-flex items-center justify-center text-xs font-semibold text-battleship hover:cursor-pointer hover:text-gandalf hover:no-underline active:text-gandalf active:opacity-60 dark:text-bob dark:hover:text-dolphin\">More options<\/a><\/div>\n<div>$160 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce miniModule [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-t [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-dirty-seagull dark:[&amp;+.miniModule]:border-charcoal\" id=\"amazon_B0C33CHG99\">\n<div class=\"group flex py-5 @container\/p\">\n<div class=\"flex grow flex-col @xl:flex-row\" data-pw=\"multipleCTALayout\">\n<div class=\"flex h-[78px] grow @xl:h-[90px]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the mini product module\" class=\"h-full transition duration-300 ease-in-out object-contain focus:scale-105 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:scale-105\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/b2101e70-7b47-11ef-bbf2-e19660bd2ce2.png\" height=\"68\" width=\"120\" title=\"b2101e70-7b47-11ef-bbf2-e19660bd2ce2\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"line-clamp-2 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-header dark:text-thanos md:text-base\">Best air fryer overall &#8211; runner up<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"line-clamp-1 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-fg-primary active:opacity-60 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-article-ui-fg-primary group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:underline dark:group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-sky dark:text-grey-hair\">Cosori 6-quart 9-in-1 air fryer<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col justify-around @xl\/p:flex-row @xl\/p:items-center @xl\/p:justify-start ml-[120px] @xl\/p:ml-0\">\n<div class=\"w-[220px] text-nowrap max-[320px]:w-[160px]\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center @xl\/p:w-[220px] @xl\/p:flex-col-reverse @xl\/p:gap-y-2 @xl:ml-0 mt-4 @xl\/p:mt-0\">\n<div>$95 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce miniModule [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-t [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-dirty-seagull dark:[&amp;+.miniModule]:border-charcoal\" id=\"amazon_B096X9LGJ1\">\n<div class=\"group flex py-5 @container\/p\">\n<div class=\"flex grow flex-col @xl:flex-row\" data-pw=\"multipleCTALayout\">\n<div class=\"flex h-[78px] grow @xl:h-[90px]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the mini product module\" class=\"h-full transition duration-300 ease-in-out object-contain focus:scale-105 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:scale-105\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/d864bad0-d865-11ed-9f73-8be97bcd3d0d.jpg\" height=\"68\" width=\"120\" title=\"d864bad0-d865-11ed-9f73-8be97bcd3d0d\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"line-clamp-2 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-header dark:text-thanos md:text-base\">Best dual-zone air fryer<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"line-clamp-1 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-fg-primary active:opacity-60 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-article-ui-fg-primary group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:underline dark:group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-sky dark:text-grey-hair\">Ninja DZ401 Foodi Air Fryer<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col justify-around @xl\/p:flex-row @xl\/p:items-center @xl\/p:justify-start\">\n<div class=\"w-[220px] text-nowrap max-[320px]:w-[160px]\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center @xl\/p:w-[220px] @xl\/p:flex-col-reverse @xl\/p:gap-y-2 @xl:ml-0 mt-4 @xl\/p:mt-0\">\n<div class=\"ml-1.5 pr-2.5 @xl\/p:self-auto \"><a data-ylk=\"elm:loadmore;itc:1;sec:quick-overview;aid:amazon_B096X9LGJ1;cpos:3;itmId:$180;ll3:product-available;ll4:productoffer-auto;pid:amazon_B096X9LGJ1;pdid:Ninja DZ401 Foodi Air Fryer;subsec:commlist;elmt:amazon;itemcost:$230;sellerN:Amazon;pkgt:horizontal-options;pos:7;slk:More options;\" class=\"rapid-noclick-resp optionsBtn group\/expandBtn box-border inline-flex items-center justify-center text-xs font-semibold text-battleship hover:cursor-pointer hover:text-gandalf hover:no-underline active:text-gandalf active:opacity-60 dark:text-bob dark:hover:text-dolphin\">More options<\/a><\/div>\n<div>$180 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce miniModule [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-t [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-dirty-seagull dark:[&amp;+.miniModule]:border-charcoal\" id=\"amazon_B08YS2ZZ97\">\n<div class=\"group flex py-5 @container\/p\">\n<div class=\"flex grow flex-col @xl:flex-row\" data-pw=\"multipleCTALayout\">\n<div class=\"flex h-[78px] grow @xl:h-[90px]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the mini product module\" class=\"h-full transition duration-300 ease-in-out object-contain focus:scale-105 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:scale-105\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/c2a07be0-d864-11ed-bddf-b50a380b1de3.jpg\" height=\"68\" width=\"120\" title=\"c2a07be0-d864-11ed-bddf-b50a380b1de3\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"line-clamp-2 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-header dark:text-thanos md:text-base\">Best budget air fryer<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"line-clamp-1 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-fg-primary active:opacity-60 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-article-ui-fg-primary group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:underline dark:group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-sky dark:text-grey-hair\">Instant Pot Vortex Mini Air Fryer<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col justify-around @xl\/p:flex-row @xl\/p:items-center @xl\/p:justify-start ml-[120px] @xl\/p:ml-0\">\n<div class=\"w-[220px] text-nowrap max-[320px]:w-[160px]\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center @xl\/p:w-[220px] @xl\/p:flex-col-reverse @xl\/p:gap-y-2 @xl:ml-0 mt-4 @xl\/p:mt-0\">\n<div>$60 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce miniModule [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-t [&amp;+.miniModule]:border-dirty-seagull dark:[&amp;+.miniModule]:border-charcoal\" id=\"amazon_B01N5UPTZS\">\n<div class=\"group flex py-5 @container\/p\">\n<div class=\"flex grow flex-col @xl:flex-row\" data-pw=\"multipleCTALayout\">\n<div class=\"flex h-[78px] grow @xl:h-[90px]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the mini product module\" class=\"h-full transition duration-300 ease-in-out object-contain focus:scale-105 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:scale-105\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/3fb8b700-d865-11ed-a7ff-db02071228e9.jpg\" height=\"68\" width=\"120\" title=\"3fb8b700-d865-11ed-a7ff-db02071228e9\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"line-clamp-2 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-header dark:text-thanos md:text-base\">Best air fryer toaster oven<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"line-clamp-1 text-sm font-semibold text-article-ui-fg-primary active:opacity-60 group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-article-ui-fg-primary group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:underline dark:group-[:hover:not(:has(.copyCouponCode:hover,.additionalMiniCTA:hover))]:text-sky dark:text-grey-hair\">Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col justify-around @xl\/p:flex-row @xl\/p:items-center @xl\/p:justify-start\">\n<div class=\"w-[220px] text-nowrap max-[320px]:w-[160px]\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center @xl\/p:w-[220px] @xl\/p:flex-col-reverse @xl\/p:gap-y-2 @xl:ml-0 mt-4 @xl\/p:mt-0\">\n<div class=\"ml-1.5 pr-2.5 @xl\/p:self-auto \"><a data-ylk=\"elm:loadmore;itc:1;sec:quick-overview;aid:amazon_B01N5UPTZS;cpos:5;itmId:$400;ll3:product-available;ll4:productoffer-auto;pid:amazon_B01N5UPTZS;pdid:Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro;subsec:commlist;elmt:amazon;itemcost:$400;sellerN:Amazon;pkgt:horizontal-options;pos:7;slk:More options;\" class=\"rapid-noclick-resp optionsBtn group\/expandBtn box-border inline-flex items-center justify-center text-xs font-semibold text-battleship hover:cursor-pointer hover:text-gandalf hover:no-underline active:text-gandalf active:opacity-60 dark:text-bob dark:hover:text-dolphin\">More options<\/a><\/div>\n<div>$400 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"heading-mb col-body heading-text-style font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"col-body mb-4\">\n<li class=\"list-mb ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[[fullbleed-start_body-start]_auto_[body-end_fullbleed-end]]\">\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">What does an air fryer do?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-mb ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[[fullbleed-start_body-start]_auto_[body-end_fullbleed-end]]\">\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Best air fryers for 2025<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-mb ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[[fullbleed-start_body-start]_auto_[body-end_fullbleed-end]]\">\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Buying guide for air fryers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-mb ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[[fullbleed-start_body-start]_auto_[body-end_fullbleed-end]]\">\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Air fryer pros and cons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-mb ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[[fullbleed-start_body-start]_auto_[body-end_fullbleed-end]]\">\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Best air fryer accessories<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-mb ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[[fullbleed-start_body-start]_auto_[body-end_fullbleed-end]]\">\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">How to clean an air fryer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-mb ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[[fullbleed-start_body-start]_auto_[body-end_fullbleed-end]]\">\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">How to find air fryer recipes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-mb ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-[[fullbleed-start_body-start]_auto_[body-end_fullbleed-end]]\">\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">How we test air fryers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"heading-mb col-body heading-text-style font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"what-does-an-air-fryer-do\">What does an air fryer do?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Let\u2019s clear one thing up first: it\u2019s not frying. Not really. Air fryers are more like smaller convection bake ovens, ones that are often pod-shaped. Most work by combining a heating element and fan, which means the hot air can usually better crisp the outside of food than other methods. They often reach higher top temperatures than toaster ovens \u2013 which is part of the appeal.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">For most recipes, a thin layer of oil (usually sprayed) helps to replicate that fried look and feel better. However, it will rarely taste precisely like the deep-fried or pan frying version when it comes out of the air fryer basket. Don\u2019t let that put you off, though, because the air fryer, in its many forms, combines some of the best parts of other cooking processes and brings them together into an energy-efficient way of air fryer cooking dinner. Or breakfast. Or lunch.<\/p>\n<div class=\"col-fullbleed mb-4 bg-marshmallow pb-5 dark:bg-ramones md:invisible md:mb-0 md:h-0 md:overflow-hidden md:pb-0\">\n<div class=\"py-2 text-center text-xs uppercase\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-nowrap justify-center\">\n<div class=\"flex\" id=\"_R_ibipqtialuknpfmlbH1_\">\n<div class=\"flex size-full items-center justify-center bg-marshmallow text-center leading-3\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\"><strong>Read more: <\/strong>We\u2019ve also rounded up the best pizza ovens and the best sous vide machines.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading-mb col-body heading-text-style font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"best-air-fryers-for-2025\">Best air fryers for 2025<\/h2>\n<div class=\"commerce productModule [&amp;+.productModule]:mt-9 [&amp;+.productModule]:border-t [&amp;+.productModule]:border-dirty-seagull [&amp;+.productModule]:pt-2 [&amp;+:not(.productModule)]:mt-10 col-body\" id=\"28dfb39e21804d3ebe87226f8674bac1\">\n<div class=\"mt-6 text-batcave @container\/p dark:text-grey-hair\">\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"relative mb-4 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-lg border border-grey-hair pb-[75%] @xl\/p:pb-[56.25%]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the large product module\" class=\"mx-auto my-0 size-full bg-white object-contain @xl\/p:transition-transform @xl\/p:duration-300 @xl\/p:ease-in-out @xl\/p:group-hover:scale-110 @xl\/p:motion-reduce:group-hover:transition-none\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/c31dccc0-d865-11ed-b079-f9089e77ff03-1.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" title=\"c31dccc0-d865-11ed-b079-f9089e77ff03-1\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"absolute -right-0.5 bottom-0 rounded-bl-none rounded-br-lg rounded-tl-lg rounded-tr-none bg-white\/90 px-3 py-2 text-[10px]\/3 text-battleship\">Instant Pot<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mx-0 my-auto overflow-visible @xl\/p:grow\">\n<div class>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 text-xl\/[1.3] font-bold @xl\/p:text-2xl\/tight\">Best air fryer overall<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"m-0 text-lg\/6 font-bold\">Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart Air Fryer<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"commerce-desc mb-5 mt-2 space-y-6 text-base\/relaxed md:text-lg\/8 [&amp;_li]:ml-4 [&amp;_ol&gt;li]:list-decimal [&amp;_ol]:space-y-6 [&amp;_ul&gt;li]:list-disc [&amp;_ul]:space-y-6\">\n<p><strong>Capacity: <\/strong>6-quart | <strong>Type: <\/strong>Pod-shaped | <strong>Cooking functions: <\/strong>Fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, dehydrate | <strong>Weight:<\/strong> 16.19 lb | <strong>Power consumption<\/strong>: 1700W | <strong>Depth<\/strong>: 14.92\u201d | <strong>Height<\/strong>: 12.83\u201d | <strong>Width<\/strong>: 12.36\u201d | <strong>Features:<\/strong> See-through window, odor control filter, EvenCrisp technology, fast preheating<\/p>\n<p>You probably know the \u201cInstant\u201d brand from the line of very popular Instant Pot pressure cookers, but did you know that the company makes great air fryers too? We\u2019re especially impressed by the Instant Vortex Plus with ClearCook and OdorErase, which features a clear viewing window so you can see the air fryer basket while your food is cooking, plus an odor-removing filter. In our testing, we found that it didn\u2019t completely eliminate smells, so if you\u2019re whipping up an air fryer salmon it might be obvious, but it seemed significantly less smoky when compared to our Breville Smart Oven Air. We love its ease of use, intuitive controls, the easy-to-clean nonstick drawer basket, plus the roomy interior \u2013 it\u2019s big enough to fit four chicken thighs. Plus, this top pick heats up very quickly with virtually no preheating time.<\/p>\n<p>A slightly more affordable option is its predecessor, the Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart. It lacks the viewing window and the odor-removing filters, but it still has the same intuitive control panel and roomy nonstick interior, so you can easily cook a chicken breast or smaller meals from your favorite cookbooks. If you want an even bigger option, Instant also offers Instant Vortex Plus in a 10-quart model that has a viewing window and a rotisserie feature.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col rounded-lg bg-marshmallow p-5 @xl\/p:flex-row dark:bg-batcave clear-right mb-5\">\n<div class=\"flex-1 border-solid border-dirty-seagull dark:border-charcoal border-b @xl\/p:border-b-0 @xl\/p:border-r-2 mb-6 mr-0 pb-6 pr-0 @xl\/p:mb-0 @xl\/p:mr-4 @xl\/p:pb-0 @xl\/p:pr-4\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Pros<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">ClearCook window lets you see your food as it cooks<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Intuitive controls<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Easy to clean drawer basket<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex-1\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Cons<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Can&#8217;t cook very large foods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>$160 at Amazon<\/p>\n<div class=\"mt-4\">\n<div class=\"mb-3 flex items-center font-semibold\">Explore More Buying Options<\/div>\n<p>$160 at Walmart<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce productModule [&amp;+.productModule]:mt-9 [&amp;+.productModule]:border-t [&amp;+.productModule]:border-dirty-seagull [&amp;+.productModule]:pt-2 [&amp;+:not(.productModule)]:mt-10 col-body\" id=\"a638fdafe2d942dca60333134095a980\">\n<div class=\"mt-6 text-batcave @container\/p dark:text-grey-hair\">\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"relative mb-4 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-lg border border-grey-hair pb-[75%] @xl\/p:pb-[56.25%]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the large product module\" class=\"mx-auto my-0 size-full bg-white object-contain @xl\/p:transition-transform @xl\/p:duration-300 @xl\/p:ease-in-out @xl\/p:group-hover:scale-110 @xl\/p:motion-reduce:group-hover:transition-none\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/b2101e70-7b47-11ef-bbf2-e19660bd2ce2-1.png\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" title=\"b2101e70-7b47-11ef-bbf2-e19660bd2ce2-1\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"absolute -right-0.5 bottom-0 rounded-bl-none rounded-br-lg rounded-tl-lg rounded-tr-none bg-white\/90 px-3 py-2 text-[10px]\/3 text-battleship\">COSORI<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mx-0 my-auto overflow-visible @xl\/p:grow\">\n<div class>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 text-xl\/[1.3] font-bold @xl\/p:text-2xl\/tight\">Best air fryer overall &#8211; runner up<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"m-0 text-lg\/6 font-bold\">Cosori 6-quart 9-in-1 air fryer<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"commerce-desc mb-5 mt-2 space-y-6 text-base\/relaxed md:text-lg\/8 [&amp;_li]:ml-4 [&amp;_ol&gt;li]:list-decimal [&amp;_ol]:space-y-6 [&amp;_ul&gt;li]:list-disc [&amp;_ul]:space-y-6\">\n<p><strong>Capacity: <\/strong>6-quart | <strong>Type:<\/strong> Pod-shaped | <strong>Cooking functions: <\/strong>Air fry, broil, roast, frozen, bake, reheat, preheat, dry, proof, warm | <strong>Weight:<\/strong> 13 lb | <strong>Power consumption<\/strong>: 1725W | <strong>Depth<\/strong>: 14.4\u201d | <strong>Height<\/strong>: 11.9\u201d | <strong>Width<\/strong>: 11.8\u201d | <strong>Features:<\/strong> Touchscreen display, shake reminder, dishwasher-safe basket, rapid 360-degree air circulation<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve tested a few Cosori small kitchen appliances in the past and have generally liked them, and the six-quart 9-in-1 air fryer is no different. While Instant\u2019s Vortex has the upper hand mostly thanks to its ClearCook window, those who don\u2019t mind peeking inside the machine to check out their food should consider Cosori\u2019s machine. Its six-quart capacity is great for side dishes like brussel sprouts and onion rings, but it\u2019s also large enough to have quite a few chicken wings and a whole block of tofu without too much overlap. The rounded-square basket is one of the roomiest I\u2019ve seen on a device with as (relatively) small of a footprint as Cosori\u2019s air fryer.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, this Cosori air fryer crisped up foods nicely regardless of if they started off raw, frozen or fridge-cool. The nine preset cooking modes include a preheat option for starting things off right at the precise temperature, a proof option for bakers and a dedicated frozen setting for premade appetizers and snacks. Most people will likely use the standard air fry mode the most, but it\u2019s convenient to have so many other options, including the basics like broil, bake and roast.<\/p>\n<p>After testing a number of air fryers over the past few years, I appreciate the small features this Cosori model has like an easy to use touchscreen, a basket release button (a good safety feature, since you must press it to remove the basket from the main unit) and the auto-pause feature that turns the cooking element off when you release the basket (it\u2019ll turn right back on, though, if you just opened it up for a quick look).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col rounded-lg bg-marshmallow p-5 @xl\/p:flex-row dark:bg-batcave clear-right mb-5\">\n<div class=\"flex-1 border-solid border-dirty-seagull dark:border-charcoal border-b @xl\/p:border-b-0 @xl\/p:border-r-2 mb-6 mr-0 pb-6 pr-0 @xl\/p:mb-0 @xl\/p:mr-4 @xl\/p:pb-0 @xl\/p:pr-4\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Pros<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Spacious cooking basket<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Nine preset cooking modes<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Handy basket-release button<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex-1\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Cons<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">A little on the wide side<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>$95 at Amazon<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce productModule [&amp;+.productModule]:mt-9 [&amp;+.productModule]:border-t [&amp;+.productModule]:border-dirty-seagull [&amp;+.productModule]:pt-2 [&amp;+:not(.productModule)]:mt-10 col-body\" id=\"0bffe0c768194dffa9b195d0edc6c707\">\n<div class=\"mt-6 text-batcave @container\/p dark:text-grey-hair\">\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"relative mb-4 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-lg border border-grey-hair pb-[75%] @xl\/p:pb-[56.25%]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the large product module\" class=\"mx-auto my-0 size-full bg-white object-contain @xl\/p:transition-transform @xl\/p:duration-300 @xl\/p:ease-in-out @xl\/p:group-hover:scale-110 @xl\/p:motion-reduce:group-hover:transition-none\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/d864bad0-d865-11ed-9f73-8be97bcd3d0d-1.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" title=\"d864bad0-d865-11ed-9f73-8be97bcd3d0d-1\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"absolute -right-0.5 bottom-0 rounded-bl-none rounded-br-lg rounded-tl-lg rounded-tr-none bg-white\/90 px-3 py-2 text-[10px]\/3 text-battleship\">Ninja<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mx-0 my-auto overflow-visible @xl\/p:grow\">\n<div class>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 text-xl\/[1.3] font-bold @xl\/p:text-2xl\/tight\">Best dual-zone air fryer<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"m-0 text-lg\/6 font-bold\">Ninja DZ401 Foodi Air Fryer<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"commerce-desc mb-5 mt-2 space-y-6 text-base\/relaxed md:text-lg\/8 [&amp;_li]:ml-4 [&amp;_ol&gt;li]:list-decimal [&amp;_ol]:space-y-6 [&amp;_ul&gt;li]:list-disc [&amp;_ul]:space-y-6\">\n<p><strong>Capacity: <\/strong>Up to 10-quart | <strong>Type:<\/strong> Pod-shaped | <strong>Cooking functions: <\/strong>Fry, broil, roast, bake, reheat, dehydrate | <strong>Weight:<\/strong> 19.80 lb | <strong>Power consumption<\/strong>: 1690W | <strong>Depth<\/strong>: 17.1\u201d | <strong>Height<\/strong>: 12.8\u201d | <strong>Width<\/strong>: 13.9\u201d | <strong>Features:<\/strong> DualZone technology, two independent cooking baskets, Smart Finish sync feature<\/p>\n<p>Most machines can make one thing at a time, but Ninja\u2019s Dual Zone digital air fryer can handle two totally different foods simultaneously, making it a top air fryer by our standards. Available in 8- and 10-quart capacities, this dual-basket air fryer isn\u2019t compact, so it won\u2019t be a good option for those with small kitchens. However, if you have the counter space, it could be the best air fryer to invest in especially if you cook for a large family. You can prep two totally different foods, like a chicken breast and brownies, at the same time with totally different cooking modes, or use Match Cook to prepare foods in the dual baskets the same way. The heating zones are independent, so if you only want to fill up one side with french fries and leave the other empty, you can do that as well.<\/p>\n<p>We appreciate how quickly the Ninja air fryer heats up (there\u2019s little to no preheating time at all) and how it runs relatively quietly. It also has a feature called Smart Finish that will automatically adjust cooking times so that your fried chicken thighs in the first chamber and asparagus in the second will finish at the same time, so you don\u2019t have to wait for one part of your meal to be ready while the other gets cold. In general, dual-zone air frying capabilities aren\u2019t necessary for most people, but those who cook often will get a lot of use out of machines like the Ninja Foodi.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col rounded-lg bg-marshmallow p-5 @xl\/p:flex-row dark:bg-batcave clear-right mb-5\">\n<div class=\"flex-1 border-solid border-dirty-seagull dark:border-charcoal border-b @xl\/p:border-b-0 @xl\/p:border-r-2 mb-6 mr-0 pb-6 pr-0 @xl\/p:mb-0 @xl\/p:mr-4 @xl\/p:pb-0 @xl\/p:pr-4\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Pros<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Two separate chambers for cooking different foods<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Smart Finish feature adjusts cooking times so foods finish simultaneously<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex-1\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Cons<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Large footprint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>$180 at Amazon<\/p>\n<div class=\"mt-4\">\n<div class=\"mb-3 flex items-center font-semibold\">Explore More Buying Options<\/div>\n<p>$200 at Wayfair$200 at SharkNinja<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce productModule [&amp;+.productModule]:mt-9 [&amp;+.productModule]:border-t [&amp;+.productModule]:border-dirty-seagull [&amp;+.productModule]:pt-2 [&amp;+:not(.productModule)]:mt-10 col-body\" id=\"0e876c8e59c147449c8907ab1a9b0bc2\">\n<div class=\"mt-6 text-batcave @container\/p dark:text-grey-hair\">\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"relative mb-4 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-lg border border-grey-hair pb-[75%] @xl\/p:pb-[56.25%]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the large product module\" class=\"mx-auto my-0 size-full bg-white object-contain @xl\/p:transition-transform @xl\/p:duration-300 @xl\/p:ease-in-out @xl\/p:group-hover:scale-110 @xl\/p:motion-reduce:group-hover:transition-none\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/c2a07be0-d864-11ed-bddf-b50a380b1de3-1.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" title=\"c2a07be0-d864-11ed-bddf-b50a380b1de3-1\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"absolute -right-0.5 bottom-0 rounded-bl-none rounded-br-lg rounded-tl-lg rounded-tr-none bg-white\/90 px-3 py-2 text-[10px]\/3 text-battleship\">Instant Pot<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mx-0 my-auto overflow-visible @xl\/p:grow\">\n<div class>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 text-xl\/[1.3] font-bold @xl\/p:text-2xl\/tight\">Best budget air fryer<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"m-0 text-lg\/6 font-bold\">Instant Pot Vortex Mini Air Fryer<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"commerce-desc mb-5 mt-2 space-y-6 text-base\/relaxed md:text-lg\/8 [&amp;_li]:ml-4 [&amp;_ol&gt;li]:list-decimal [&amp;_ol]:space-y-6 [&amp;_ul&gt;li]:list-disc [&amp;_ul]:space-y-6\">\n<p><strong>Capacity: <\/strong>2-quart | <strong>Type: <\/strong>Pod-shaped | <strong>Cooking functions: <\/strong>Fry, bake, roast, reheat | <strong>Weight: <\/strong>7.28 lb | <strong>Power consumption<\/strong>: 1300W | <strong>Depth<\/strong>: 11.26\u201d | <strong>Height<\/strong>: 11.73\u201d | <strong>Width<\/strong>: 9.02\u201d | <strong>Features:<\/strong> Compact design, one-touch smart programs, dishwasher-safe tray, fast preheat<\/p>\n<p>Not only is the Instant Vortex Mini budget-friendly with a $60 price tag (and you can often find it on sale for less), but it\u2019s also the best small air fryer on this list. Most air fryers will take up a lot of precious countertop space, but this two-quart model is great for those who don\u2019t have a lot to spare and are looking for something that\u2019s particularly user-friendly. The Vortex Mini can air fry, bake, roast and reheat, and you can control the temperature and cook time using the dial sitting in the middle of its touchscreen. Unlike some of the other, more expensive air fryers we tested, which have a variety of modes and settings, the Vortex Mini is dead simple to use. Just plug it in, press the preset cooking method of your choice, customize the temperature and cook time and press Start. The machine will beep about halfway through the cycle to let you know when to flip your food, and it\u2019ll chime again once it\u2019s finished.<\/p>\n<p>Arguably the biggest caveat to the Vortex Mini is also its biggest strength. It\u2019s so compact that cooking more than one thing, or a lot of one thing, won\u2019t be easy. But I was able to cook a whole block of tofu cut into cubes (with a bit of overlap) and reheat (and re-crisp) leftovers in it for myself and my fianc\u00e9 with no problems. Overall, this compact air fryer will be hard to beat for those with tight budgets and tiny kitchens.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col rounded-lg bg-marshmallow p-5 @xl\/p:flex-row dark:bg-batcave clear-right mb-5\">\n<div class=\"flex-1 border-solid border-dirty-seagull dark:border-charcoal border-b @xl\/p:border-b-0 @xl\/p:border-r-2 mb-6 mr-0 pb-6 pr-0 @xl\/p:mb-0 @xl\/p:mr-4 @xl\/p:pb-0 @xl\/p:pr-4\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Pros<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Affordable<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Easy to use touchscreen and dial<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex-1\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Cons<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Quite small<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>$60 at Amazon<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce productModule [&amp;+.productModule]:mt-9 [&amp;+.productModule]:border-t [&amp;+.productModule]:border-dirty-seagull [&amp;+.productModule]:pt-2 [&amp;+:not(.productModule)]:mt-10 col-body\" id=\"83f0d894151241ffb62af1a43b4dbd1f\">\n<div class=\"mt-6 text-batcave @container\/p dark:text-grey-hair\">\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"relative mb-4 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-lg border border-grey-hair pb-[75%] @xl\/p:pb-[56.25%]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the large product module\" class=\"mx-auto my-0 size-full bg-white object-contain @xl\/p:transition-transform @xl\/p:duration-300 @xl\/p:ease-in-out @xl\/p:group-hover:scale-110 @xl\/p:motion-reduce:group-hover:transition-none\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/3fb8b700-d865-11ed-a7ff-db02071228e9-1.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" title=\"3fb8b700-d865-11ed-a7ff-db02071228e9-1\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"absolute -right-0.5 bottom-0 rounded-bl-none rounded-br-lg rounded-tl-lg rounded-tr-none bg-white\/90 px-3 py-2 text-[10px]\/3 text-battleship\">Breville<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mx-0 my-auto overflow-visible @xl\/p:grow\">\n<div class>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 text-xl\/[1.3] font-bold @xl\/p:text-2xl\/tight\">Best air fryer toaster oven<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"m-0 text-lg\/6 font-bold\">Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"commerce-desc mb-5 mt-2 space-y-6 text-base\/relaxed md:text-lg\/8 [&amp;_li]:ml-4 [&amp;_ol&gt;li]:list-decimal [&amp;_ol]:space-y-6 [&amp;_ul&gt;li]:list-disc [&amp;_ul]:space-y-6\">\n<p><strong>Capacity: <\/strong>1 cubic foot | <strong>Type:<\/strong> Convection oven | <strong>Cooking functions: <\/strong>Toast, bagel, broil, bake, roast, warm, pizza, proof, fry, reheat, cookies, slow cook, dehydrate | <strong>Weight: <\/strong>38.9 lb | <strong>Power consumption<\/strong>: 1800W | <strong>Depth<\/strong>: 17.5\u201d | <strong>Height<\/strong>: 21.5\u201d | <strong>Width<\/strong>: 12.7\u201d | <strong>Features:<\/strong> Element IQ system, LCD display, interior oven light, large capacity fits 9 slices or a 14-lb turkey<\/p>\n<p>Listen, most people don\u2019t need the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro. But if you love to cook, have a large family or throw a bunch of parties, you\u2019ll likely get a ton of use out of this machine. This stainless steel countertop oven is a beast, measuring one cubic foot, so be prepared to carve out some space in your kitchen for it. But its size allows it to cook an entire 14-pound turkey and fit things like a five-quart dutch oven and a 9 x 13 pan inside of it. This large air fryer basically acts like a second oven, or even a primary one if your main oven is out of commission.<\/p>\n<p>As the best air fryer toaster oven on this list, it\u2019s quite capable and its size helps since you can spread your food out to ensure things are as crispy as possible. It also helps that you can cook a lot of servings at once, which will make it easier if you\u2019re preparing snacks like bagels for brunch, appetizers for a party or a side dish for a family dinner. In addition to air frying, it has a number of other cooking modes including toast, broil, bake, pizza, dehydrate, slow cook and proof. Despite the \u201csmart\u201d moniker, this model doesn\u2019t have app connectivity \u2013 but you can get that feature if you upgrade to the Joule. That\u2019ll allow you to get push notifications when your food\u2019s ready, and the companion app also has guided recipes which you can follow along with. Unsurprisingly, like most Breville gadgets, both the Joule and the standard Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro are quite expensive, coming in at $500 and $400, respectively. But if you\u2019re looking to add the versatility of a multi-use machine to your kitchen, Breville has you covered.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col rounded-lg bg-marshmallow p-5 @xl\/p:flex-row dark:bg-batcave clear-right mb-5\">\n<div class=\"flex-1 border-solid border-dirty-seagull dark:border-charcoal border-b @xl\/p:border-b-0 @xl\/p:border-r-2 mb-6 mr-0 pb-6 pr-0 @xl\/p:mb-0 @xl\/p:mr-4 @xl\/p:pb-0 @xl\/p:pr-4\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Pros<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Can cook an entire 14-pound turkey<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Versatile with 13 cooking modes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex-1\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Cons<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Expensive<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Large footprint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>$400 at Amazon<\/p>\n<div class=\"mt-4\">\n<div class=\"mb-3 flex items-center font-semibold\">Explore More Buying Options<\/div>\n<p>$400 at Target$400 at Macy&#8217;s<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"commerce productModule [&amp;+.productModule]:mt-9 [&amp;+.productModule]:border-t [&amp;+.productModule]:border-dirty-seagull [&amp;+.productModule]:pt-2 [&amp;+:not(.productModule)]:mt-10 col-body\" id=\"ecdca33ba3f14f9c9e1ab37bde6de41f\">\n<div class=\"mt-6 text-batcave @container\/p dark:text-grey-hair\">\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"relative mb-4 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-lg border border-grey-hair pb-[75%] @xl\/p:pb-[56.25%]\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image for the large product module\" class=\"mx-auto my-0 size-full bg-white object-contain @xl\/p:transition-transform @xl\/p:duration-300 @xl\/p:ease-in-out @xl\/p:group-hover:scale-110 @xl\/p:motion-reduce:group-hover:transition-none\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/44f651f0-7b48-11ef-9fb1-8bb591c2a625.png\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" title=\"44f651f0-7b48-11ef-9fb1-8bb591c2a625\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"absolute -right-0.5 bottom-0 rounded-bl-none rounded-br-lg rounded-tl-lg rounded-tr-none bg-white\/90 px-3 py-2 text-[10px]\/3 text-battleship\">Ninja<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mx-0 my-auto overflow-visible @xl\/p:grow\">\n<div class>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 text-xl\/[1.3] font-bold @xl\/p:text-2xl\/tight\">Honorable mention<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"m-0 text-lg\/6 font-bold\">Ninja 5.5-quart Air Fryer XL (AF150AMZ)<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"commerce-desc mb-5 mt-2 space-y-6 text-base\/relaxed md:text-lg\/8 [&amp;_li]:ml-4 [&amp;_ol&gt;li]:list-decimal [&amp;_ol]:space-y-6 [&amp;_ul&gt;li]:list-disc [&amp;_ul]:space-y-6\">\n<p><strong>Capacity: <\/strong>5.5-quart | <strong>Type: <\/strong>Pod-shaped | <strong>Cooking functions: <\/strong>Air fry, air roast, bake, reheat, dehydrate | <strong>Weight: <\/strong>11.7 lb | <strong>Power consumption<\/strong>: 1750W | <strong>Depth<\/strong>: 11\u201d | <strong>Height<\/strong>: 14.75\u201d | <strong>Width<\/strong>: 14\u201d | <strong>Features:<\/strong> Wide temperature range, ceramic-coated nonstick basket, high-capacity crisping, dishwasher-safe parts<\/p>\n<p>Ninja\u2019s 5.5-quart Air Fryer XL could be considered a decent alternative budget option considering it\u2019s frequently on sale for between $90 and $110. While that\u2019s still at least $30 more than our main budget pick, Ninja\u2019s machine more than doubles the capacity and adds a handy dehydrate preset for anyone that likes to make their own fruit or veggie chips. Some will appreciate the slightly raised buttons on Ninja\u2019s air fryer for providing a bit more tactile feedback when adjusting cooking time and temperatures, and the fact that it\u2019s tall rather than wide, taking advantage of likely unused vertical space in between your counter and cabinets.<\/p>\n<p>The biggest issue for me with this Ninja air fryer was its pod shape. While pretty standard in the world of air fryers, I found its circular cooking basket to feel much more cramped than the rounded square basket of our Cosori top pick. Nevertheless, Ninja\u2019s machine cooked raw and frozen foods well and is another easy-to-use option that only requires a couple of button presses to get started.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col rounded-lg bg-marshmallow p-5 @xl\/p:flex-row dark:bg-batcave clear-right mb-5\">\n<div class=\"flex-1 border-solid border-dirty-seagull dark:border-charcoal border-b @xl\/p:border-b-0 @xl\/p:border-r-2 mb-6 mr-0 pb-6 pr-0 @xl\/p:mb-0 @xl\/p:mr-4 @xl\/p:pb-0 @xl\/p:pr-4\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Pros<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Tactile raised buttons<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Includes dehydrate setting<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Uses vertical space on your countertop<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex-1\"><span class=\"space-x-2 text-lg\/6 font-bold uppercase\"><span>Cons<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 pl-6 leading-relaxed @xl\/p:text-lg\/[30px]\">\n<li class=\"list-disc\">Slightly cramped, circular cooking basket<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>$130 at Amazon<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"heading-mb col-body heading-text-style font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"buying-guide-for-air-fryers\">Buying guide for air fryers<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"heading-mb col-body text-[1.125rem]\/[1.375rem] font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"convection-ovens\">Convection ovens<\/h3>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">You can separate most of these machines into two types of air fryers, and each has different pros and cons. Convection ovens are usually ovens with air fryer functions and features. They might have higher temperature settings to ensure that food crisps and cooks more like actually fried food. Most convection ovens are larger than dedicated air fryers, defeating some of the purpose of those looking to shrink cooking appliance surface area. Still, they are often more versatile with multiple cooking functions, and most have finer controls for temperatures, timings and even fan speed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">You may never need a built-in oven if you have a decent convection oven. They often have the volume to handle roasts, entire chickens or tray bakes, and simply cook more, capacity-wise, making them more versatile than the pod-shaped competition.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">The flip side of that is that you\u2019ll need counter space in the kitchen to house them. It also means you can use traditional oven accessories, like baking trays or cake tins, that you might already own.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading-mb col-body text-[1.125rem]\/[1.375rem] font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"pod-shaped-air-fryers\">Pod-shaped air fryers<\/h3>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Pod-shaped air fryers are what you imagine when you think \u201cair fryer.\u201d They look like a cool, space-age kitchen gadget, bigger than a kettle but smaller than a toaster oven. Many use a drawer to hold ingredients while cooking, usually a mesh sheet or a more solid, non-stick tray with holes to allow the hot air to circulate. With a few exceptions, most require you to open the drawer while things cook and flip or shake half-cooked items to ensure the even distribution of heat and airflow to everything.<\/p>\n<div class=\"col-fullbleed mb-4 bg-marshmallow pb-5 dark:bg-ramones md:invisible md:mb-0 md:h-0 md:overflow-hidden md:pb-0\">\n<div class=\"py-2 text-center text-xs uppercase\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-nowrap justify-center\">\n<div class=\"flex\" id=\"_R_mbipqtialuknpfmlbH1_\">\n<div class=\"flex size-full items-center justify-center bg-marshmallow text-center leading-3\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">That\u2019s one of a few caveats. This type of air fryer typically doesn&#8217;t have a window to see how things are cooking (with only a few exceptions), so you\u2019ll need to closely scrutinize things as they cook, opening the device to check progress. Basket-style air fryers also generally use less energy \u2013 there\u2019s less space to heat \u2013 and many have parts that can be put directly into a dishwasher.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Some of the larger pod-shaped air fryers offer two separate compartments, which is especially useful for anyone planning to cook an entire meal with the appliance. You could cook a couple of tasty chicken wings or tenders while simultaneously rustling up enough frozen fries or veggies for everyone. Naturally, those options take up more space, and they\u2019re usually heavy enough to stop you from storing them in cupboards or shelves elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">As mentioned earlier, you might have to buy extra things to make these pod fryers work the way you want them to. Some of the bigger manufacturers, like Philips and Ninja, offer convenient additions, but you\u2019ll have to pay for them.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative col-body mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" class=\"fig-image-round\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/fcbb58a0-a9d4-11ec-97f7-1be0d263a8a8.jpg\" title=\"fcbb58a0-a9d4-11ec-97f7-1be0d263a8a8\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"heading-mb col-body heading-text-style font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"air-fryer-pros-and-cons\">Air fryer pros and cons<\/h2>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Beyond the strengths and weaknesses of individual models, air fryers are pretty easy to use from the outset. Most models come with a convenient cooking time booklet covering most of the major foods you\u2019ll be air frying, so even beginners can master these machines.<\/p>\n<div class=\"col-fullbleed mb-4 bg-marshmallow pb-5 dark:bg-ramones md:invisible md:mb-0 md:h-0 md:overflow-hidden md:pb-0\">\n<div class=\"py-2 text-center text-xs uppercase\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-nowrap justify-center\">\n<div class=\"flex\" id=\"_R_o3ipqtialuknpfmlbH1_\">\n<div class=\"flex size-full items-center justify-center bg-marshmallow text-center leading-3\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">One of the early selling points is the ability to cook fries, wings, frozen foods and other delights with less fat than other methods like deep frying, which gets foods the crispiest. As air fryers work by circulating heated air, the trays and cooking plates have holes that can also let oil and fat drain out of meats, meaning less fat and crisper food when you finally plate things up. For most cooking situations, you will likely need to lightly spray food with vegetable oil. If you don\u2019t, there\u2019s the chance that things will burn or char. The oil will keep things moist on the surface, and we advise refreshing things with a dash of oil spray when you turn items during cooking.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Most air fryers are easy to clean \u2013 especially in comparison to a shallow or deep fryer. We\u2019ll get into cleaning guidance a little later.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">With a smaller space to heat, air fryers are generally more energy-efficient for cooking food than larger appliances like ovens. And if you don\u2019t have an oven, air fryers are much more affordable \u2013 especially the pod options.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">There are, however, some drawbacks. While air fryers are easy enough to use, they take time to master. You will adjust cooking times for even the simplest types of food \u2013 like chicken nuggets, frozen French fries or brussels sprouts. If you\u2019re the kind of person that loves to find inspiration from the internet, in our experience, you can pretty much throw their timings out of the window. There are a lot of air fryer options, and factors like how fast they heat and how well distributed that heat is can \u2013 and will \u2013 affect cooking.<\/p>\n<div class=\"col-fullbleed mb-4 bg-marshmallow pb-5 dark:bg-ramones md:invisible md:mb-0 md:h-0 md:overflow-hidden md:pb-0\">\n<div class=\"py-2 text-center text-xs uppercase\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-nowrap justify-center\">\n<div class=\"flex\" id=\"_R_pbipqtialuknpfmlbH1_\">\n<div class=\"flex size-full items-center justify-center bg-marshmallow text-center leading-3\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">There\u2019s also a space limitation to air fryers. This is not a TARDIS \u2013 there\u2019s simply less space than most traditional ovens and many deep fat fryers. If you have a bigger family, you\u2019ll probably want to go for a large capacity air fryer \u2013 possibly one that has multiple cooking areas. You also might want to consider a different kitchen appliance, like a multicooker, sous vide or slow cooker to meet your specific cooking needs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">You may also struggle to cook many items through as the heat settings will cook the surface of dishes long before it\u2019s cooked right through. If you\u2019re planning to cook a whole chicken or a roast, please get a meat thermometer!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading-mb col-body heading-text-style font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"best-air-fryer-accessories\">Best air fryer accessories<\/h2>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Beyond official accessories from the manufacturer, try to pick up silicone-tipped tools. Tongs are ideal, as is a silicon spatula to gently loosen food that might get stuck on the sides of the air fryer. These silicone mats will also help stop things from sticking to the wire racks on some air fryers. They have holes to ensure the heated air is still able to circulate around the food.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Silicone trivets are also useful for resting any cooked food on while you sort out the rest of the meal. And if you find yourself needing oil spray, but don\u2019t feel like repeatedly buying tiny bottles, you can decant your favorite vegetable oil into a permanent mister like this.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative col-body mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" class=\"fig-image-round\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/c868fae0-507d-11ec-87ef-c140215603f6.jpg\" title=\"c868fae0-507d-11ec-87ef-c140215603f6\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"heading-mb col-body heading-text-style font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"how-to-clean-an-air-fryer\">How to clean an air fryer<\/h2>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">We\u2019re keeping clean up simple here. Yes, you could use power cleaners from the grocery store, they could damage the surface of your air fryer. Likewise, metal scourers or brushes could strip away the non-stick coating. Remember to unplug the device and let it cool completely.<\/p>\n<div class=\"col-fullbleed mb-4 bg-marshmallow pb-5 dark:bg-ramones md:invisible md:mb-0 md:h-0 md:overflow-hidden md:pb-0\">\n<div class=\"py-2 text-center text-xs uppercase\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-nowrap justify-center\">\n<div class=\"flex\" id=\"_R_rjipqtialuknpfmlbH1_\">\n<div class=\"flex size-full items-center justify-center bg-marshmallow text-center leading-3\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Remove the trays, baskets and everything else from inside. If the manufacturer says the parts are dishwasher safe \u2013 and you have a dishwasher \u2013 the job is pretty much done.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Otherwise, hand wash each part in a mixture of warm water, with a splash of Dawn or another strong dish soap. Use a soft-bristled brush to pull away any crumbs, greasy deposits or bits of food stuck to any surfaces. Remember to rinse everything. Otherwise, your next batch of wings could have a mild Dawn aftertaste. Trust us.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Take a microfiber cloth and tackle the outer parts and handles that might also get a little messy after repeated uses. This is especially useful for oven-style air fryers \u2013 use the cloth to wipe down the inner sides.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">If Dawn isn\u2019t shifting oily stains, try mixing a small amount of baking soda with enough water to make a paste, and apply that so that it doesn\u2019t seep into any electrical parts or the heating element. Leave it to work for a few seconds before using a damp cloth to pull any greasy spots away. Rinse out the cloth and wipe everything down again, and you should be ready for the next time you need to air fry.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading-mb col-body heading-text-style font-bold charcoal-color\" data-jump-link-target id=\"how-to-find-air-fryer-recipes\">How to find air fryer recipes<\/h2>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Beyond fries, nuggets and \u2013 a revelation \u2013 frozen gyoza, there are a few ways to find recipes for air-fried foods. First, we found that the air fryer instruction manuals often have cooking guides and recipe suggestions for you to test out in your new kitchen gadget. The good thing with these is that they were made for your air fryer model, meaning success should be all but guaranteed. They are often a little unimaginative, however.<\/p>\n<div class=\"col-fullbleed mb-4 bg-marshmallow pb-5 dark:bg-ramones md:invisible md:mb-0 md:h-0 md:overflow-hidden md:pb-0\">\n<div class=\"py-2 text-center text-xs uppercase\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-nowrap justify-center\">\n<div class=\"flex\" id=\"_R_tbipqtialuknpfmlbH1_\">\n<div class=\"flex size-full items-center justify-center bg-marshmallow text-center leading-3\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">Many of the top recipe sites and portals have no shortage of air fryer recipes, and there\u2019s no harm in googling your favorite cuisine and adding the words \u201cair fryer\u201d on the end of the search string. We\u2019ve picked up some reliable options from <em>Delish<\/em>, which also has a handy air fryer time converter for changing oven and traditional fryer recipes. <em>BBC Good Food<\/em> is also worth browsing for some simple ideas, as is NYT Cooking, with the ability to directly search for air fryer suggestions. Aside from that, you can also grab plenty of cookbooks from your local bookshop with lots of recipes that you can use in your favorite air fryer.<\/p>\n<p class=\"col-body mb-4 leading-7 text-[18px] md:leading-8 break-words min-w-0 charcoal-color\">And if you have a killer recipe or unique use for your air fryer, let us know in the comments. What\u2019s the air fryer equivalent of the Instant Pot cheesecake? 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