Air fryers use hot air instead of oil to create crispy fries, wings and other snacks, but can also bake, roast and dehydrate foods.
Air fryers are small, easy-to-use devices designed specifically to fit into apartment living. When selecting one for purchase, make sure that size, power consumption and cooking functions are considered before making your selection.
1. Philips Premium Digital Airfryer
The Philips Premium Digital Airfryer stands out as one of the top models we’ve tested due to its ability to evenly cook brussels sprouts, breaded chicken and fries – perfect for family meals and even fitting an entire bag of frozen fries at one time! Furthermore, its operation was simple, featuring simple icons and an intuitive dial to select desired cooking mode.
This model offers air frying, roasting, grilling and baking settings that will enable you to create virtually every dish possible in an oven. In addition, there’s also a dehydrating setting which gradually dries foods like kale leaves, apple slices or cookies as healthy snacks.
This unit, constructed of glossy black plastic and designed like a barrel-like structure, comes equipped with a sliding-out tray and removable inner basket that snaps in and out on tracks for easy cleaning. We especially liked that its design allowed for easy removal/replacement – though its lack of an on/off handle means you must be extra cautious when doing this task.
2. Cuisinart Multi-Function Air Fryer
This sleek black appliance resembles a regular kitchen oven and blends in seamlessly with most kitchen aesthetics. It features seven preprogrammed settings for air frying, baking, roasting and reheating as well as panini or toastie making. Plus it comes complete with its own crumb tray and baking pan so everything remains neat after use!
Weinstein appreciates the Cuisinart air fryer for two reasons: its food tray is constructed of stainless-steel mesh that feels superior to nonstick surfaces found in other basket fryers; and it is dishwasher safe, making cleanup simple. Furthermore, this compact unit looks good enough to sit on most countertops.
Weinstein noted one drawback to the Cuisinart: its cheap knob and buttons began failing after only one year of use, frequently skipping selections while occasionally turning black; these issues may prevent frequent usage; for this reason it may be wise to opt for another model instead of this one.
3. Ninja AF101 Air Fryer
The Ninja AF101 air fryer stands out as one of the finest dedicated air fryers we’ve reviewed, yet remains highly versatile. You can use it for air frying, roasting, baking, reheating and dehydration.
This air fryer is easy to use, quick to clean, and quiet while operating. Furthermore, it outshone other small air fryers we tested by producing near-perfect garlic fries, wings, and biscuits – perfect for solo chefs looking for healthier cooking without losing flavor! A fantastic pick for anyone aiming to live healthier lifestyles without compromising taste!
At its price of $99.97 on Amazon, this 4-quart workhorse is hard to resist. Perfect for those wanting a taste of air fryers but who may not want a large kitchen appliance. Be sure to grab this deal while it lasts; Amazon Big Deal Days could cause this one to sell out quickly! For more on top-rated appliances please see our guide of 2019’s Best Appliances.
4. Cuisinart Multi-Function Toaster Oven
The Cuisinart Toaster Oven Air Fryer combines the advantages of both an air fryer and toaster oven into one convenient kitchen appliance, perfect for busy households. From French Fries to Chicken Wings; Bread, Cakes, Biscuits, Muffins & Roasts are cooked perfectly every time thanks to preset settings that make frying convenience foods as well as baked items easy; additionally it features low temperature settings that are great for proofing dough & Dehydrating fruits & Vegetables are dehydrated efficiently & proofed regularly – an invaluable kitchen appliance!
Retro-style casing and dial controls make the Hoshizaki air fryer stand out in modern kitchens. At 6 quarts capacity, it fits easily inside a 6-quart Lodge Dutch oven or 5.5-quart Le Creuset Dutch oven with lid. Furthermore, its nonstick interior proved the easiest to wipe clean among all air fryers we tested compared to similar products; priced moderately it offers excellent value; though one drawback may be lacking an interior light – however an optional baking dish provides added versatility!