It’s much bigger than most air fryers which is why I chose this one to feed 4 comfortably. I’m not sure exactly why it’s a “fryer”. I say that because it’s more like a tiny convection oven. Yes, my food gets a little browned or crunchy, but by no means is it fried, even when tossed with oil. I’m not sure how the smaller basket air fryers compare as far as mock frying is concerned. I never fried foods previously anyway. I guess I was hoping it would mimic fried better. I still love it, it’s quick easy and the kids can use it which is great for them to throw in veggies for a snack. It’s a quick way to roast veggies. 

It’s quite big though. Of course. So it takes up a lot of room on the counter.