The Most Popular Air Fryers Right Now (and Who Each One Is For)
Air fryers all do roughly the same thing: blow very hot air around food so it gets crispy without deep frying. The real differences are size, shape and extras.
Here's who each popular model is actually for.
- Top pick
Cosori TurboBlaze 6 Qt Air Fryer
A 6 qt basket, a very fast fan and up to 450F. The ceramic nonstick basket is a nice upgrade over standard coatings.
Best for: families of 3-4 who want crispy results fast.
Check price on Amazon Ninja Air Fryer Pro 5 Qt
A simple 5 qt Ninja that does air fry, roast, reheat and dehydrate. Fits about 4 lbs of fries. No fancy extras, just reliable.
Best for: first-time air fryer buyers.
Check price on AmazonNinja Foodi DualZone 10 Qt Air Fryer
Two separate baskets that can cook different foods and finish at the same time. Has a built-in thermometer for meat.
Best for: cooking a main and a side at once, or bigger families.
Check price on AmazonCHEFMAN 2 Qt Mini Air Fryer
A small 2 qt air fryer with a touch screen. Takes very little counter space.
Best for: one or two people, dorms and small kitchens.
Check price on AmazonNinja Flip Toaster Oven & Air Fryer
A toaster oven + air fryer that flips up against the backsplash when you're done. Does toast and pizza, too.
Best for: small kitchens that want one appliance instead of two.
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Before you buy
Rule of thumb for size: 2 qt for one person, 4-6 qt for 2-4 people, 8-10 qt (or two baskets) for bigger families.
Measure your counter space, and remember air fryers need a few inches of clearance behind them for airflow.