Not sure which air fryer to buy?
See our in-depth guide on which brands and models stand out.
Not sure which air fryer to buy?
See our in-depth guide on which brands and models stand out.
Best-Rated Air FryersHere are the Top Air Fryers Ranked, in Order: | ||||||
| Picture | Model | Capacity | ||||
| 5.8 qt. | ||||||
| GoWise USA Air Fryer Oven | 12.7 qt. | |||||
| The Ninja Foodi | 6.5 qt. | |||||
| Cuisinart TOA-60 | 18 qt. | |||||
| 4 qt. | ||||||
See How We Review and Rate Air Fryers
Air frying is a cooking technique stimulate frying foods by circulating hot air rather than submerging into large amounts of oil. Air fryers are considered a healthier alternative to deep fryers to prepare fried food for consumption.
Air fryers work due to the Maillard reaction, a scientific principle which refers to what we usually call “browning.”
Air fryers simulate frying foods using this method, and also bake and roast just like a convection oven, which is a special type of oven that blasts hot air evenly throughout the cooking space.
Prices for air fryers range from just under $60 to nearly $400, depending on the brand name and size of the fryer you want. Some manufacturers offer special deals, provide coupons, or have sales on their models.
It can significantly reduce your overall calorie intake (up to 35% less calories).
An air fryer isn’t just for cooking unhealthy fried foods. It’s also great for grilling, roasting and baking.
It cooks much faster than a traditional oven (up to 25% less time).
Just place your food in the basket set the timer, set the temperature and voila!
You don’t have to deal with storing and reusing oil as with a deep fryer.
The drawer and basket can be easily removed from the air fryer for a quick wash or tossed in the dishwasher.
Because of the simplicity, versatility, and ease of use, many air fryer owners use the device every day. If you enjoy cooking at home and do so often, you too will find opportunities you use your air fryer during the preparation of every meal.
Not only can you cook your entree in the air fryer, but you can use it for prepping ingredients, reheating leftovers, or making yourself a little snack.
See More Air Frying How To’s and Tips
Before you decide to purchase air fryer, there is a number of options you might want to consider. They include:
Brand Names of Air Fryer manufacturers that have established themselves with top quality products, at reasonable prices, with good reviews from people who are using these appliances. While Phillips air fryers are the leading models available for home cooking, there are lots of product reviews available online.
Size and Food Capacity can range from a small model with 1.8 to 2.5 pounds of capacity up to much larger models with 16 quarts or more of capacity and a number of accessories for various cooking and baking conveniences. Smaller air fryers are intended for smaller amounts of food or snacks while the larger models can cook enough food for larger groups of people.
Temperature controls that you manage will allow you to modify the cooking time from a slow process to a faster finish.
Wattage requirements can vary from 800 to 1400 watts depending on the model that you select. Be sure that your kitchen outlets will support the wattage that you will need.
Good maintenance of your air fryer will keep the model working for a long time and remove any food and oils left in the bottom of the unit. See if your air fryer needs to be hand washed or if some parts can be placed in a dish-washer.
Product warranty is an important consideration. Never buy an air fryer unless it has a product warranty. Nothing is more frustrating than spending good money for an air fryer that may be faulty and there is no manufacturer warranty.
An Owner’s Manual can be very helpful. See if the air fryer comes with an Owner’s Manual, or if you need to go online for operational instructions.
Replacement parts can save you the time and money of needing to replace your air fryer is one or more elements wear out. Find out if you can purchase replacement parts for your air fryer, if you need to have an appliance repair person service the unit, or if you need to buy a new unit when a part wears out or malfunctions.
(new server)
This website uses cookies.
