How to choose the best air fryer
If you decide an air fryer is right for you, consider these factors as you hunt down the best one for you:
Type
Air fryers are available in two main types: basket air fryer or oven air fryer. A basket air fryer has a drawer opening and a generally easy to keep clean, either by hand or by the dishwasher. These do tend to come up smaller than air fryer ovens, though, which can be as large as 24L/ 25qt.
Air fryer ovens can be a similar size to a microwave but have the capacity to cook pizzas and roast joints of meat (with a rotisserie setting).
Convenience
It is important to think about cleaning when purchasing a new air fryer. Most of them have a basket that can be put straight into the dishwasher, but if you prefer cleaning things in the sink then look for one with a non-stick coating. Units without a non-stick coating are much harder to clean by hand even after thorough soaking.
Safety
If you have children then safety should be your number 1 priority. Most of our cookers will turn themselves off after cooking, but make sure you double-check this feature as some units can get very hot on the outside after use.
Warranty
These models are not too expensive, but it's still important to have coverage if something goes wrong. Look for longer warranties and companies that are easy to contact if you have any queries or problems.