The best air fryer for most people is the Ninja AF101 — simple, reliable, and cheap. If you cook for a family, size up to a Max XL or a dual-basket. Air fryers give you crispy food with little to no oil, and below are the 20 best we’d actually buy — compact baskets, dual-zone, and oven-style models — every one confirmed in stock.
How we chose the best air fryers
Every pick was scored against the same criteria, and we confirmed each product is currently in stock on Amazon before including it:
- Real-world quality — materials, construction, and durability, not marketing claims.
- Fit for purpose — sound design and the right fit for the job each product is meant to do.
- Value across budgets — from a solid budget pick to a premium best-in-class option.
- Owner consensus — thousands of verified reviews and Amazon’s Choice standing, cross-checked against known failure points.
Air fryers: the 20 best, compared
The 20 best air fryers, ranked
1Ninja AF101 Air Fryer (4 Qt) Best overall
The one most people should buy — a 4-quart basket, 4-in-1 (fry, roast, reheat, dehydrate), dead-simple dials, and a dishwasher-safe basket, all for under $100. Big enough for 2 lbs of fries, small enough to store. The reliable, affordable default.
- 4-IN-1 VERSATILITY: Includes 4 versatile cooking programs: Air Fry, Roast, Reheat, and Dehydrate.
- WIDE TEMPERATURE RANGE: 105°F-400°F allows you to gently remove moisture from foods or quickly cook and crisp foods with convection heat.
- AIR FRY FAVORITES: Now enjoy guilt-free food. Air fry with up to 75% less fat than traditional frying methods. Tested against hand-cut, deep-fried French fries.
- FAMILY-SIZED CAPACITY: 4-quart ceramic-coated nonstick basket and crisper plate fit 2 lbs of French fries.
- DEHYDRATE: Create flat, chip-like dehydrated foods for fun, homemade snacks. The combination of low fan speed and low temperature enables thorough dehydration.
2Ninja Air Fryer Max XL (5.5 Qt) Best mid-size
The AF101’s bigger sibling — 5.5 quarts and Max Crisp’s 450°F superheated air for faster, crispier results, fitting 3 lbs of fries. The step up for a family of 3-4 who found a 4-quart just a bit tight. Best all-round size for most homes.
- LESS FAT: Up to 75% less fat than traditional air frying methods. Tested against hand-cut, deep-fried French fries.
- MAX CRISP TECHNOLOGY: Delivers 450 degrees of superheated air to cook foods up to 30 % faster (Versus Ninja AF100) for hotter, crispier results with little to no oil for guilt free fried favorites.
- XL CAPACITY: The 5.5 QT ceramic coated nonstick basket and crisper plate fit 3 pounds of french fries or chicken wings.
- 7-IN-1 FUNCTIONALITY: Includes 7 versatile cooking programs: Max Crisp, Air Fry, Air Roast, Air Broil, Bake, Reheat & Dehydrate.
- EASY CLEANING: The ceramic basket is both nonstick & dishwasher safe.
3COSORI Pro Gen 2 (5.8 Qt) Best value large basket
A 5.8-quart square basket (fits more than round), 12 one-touch functions, a sharp touchscreen, and a shake reminder — premium features at a mid-tier price. A perennial best-seller for good reason. The value pick for a full-size air fryer.
- HEALTHY & EFFICIENT: Cook your food up to 50% faster than a traditional oven and reduce your food’s oil content by up to 85% compared to traditional deep-frying, so you can enjoy the same crispy taste without the health drawbacks
- ONE-TOUCH COOKING: Choose from 13 convenient cooking functions with a single touch. Each function is finely tuned by Cosori chefs to produce the tastiest results. You can also choose your preferred temperature and time for your personal recipes
- LARGE CAPACITY: The air fryer's spacious 5.8-quart square baskets can fit a whole 5-pound chicken. The extra corner space provides more cooking capacity and flexibility than round designs. Cook the perfect amount of food for 3–5 people at once
- PERFECT RESULTS: The air fryer’s built-in NTC sensor helps automatically adjust cooking temperatures to keep fluctuations within 3°F, so your food is always evenly cooked
- 100 INCLUDED RECIPES: Find inspiration for every meal with 100 Cosori-chef-created recipes that include portion size, cook time, and temperature. Even beginner chefs can cook showstopping meals
4COSORI TurboBlaze (6 Qt) Best premium basket
COSORI’s flagship — a powerful 6-quart with a five-speed fan, 450°F, and quieter operation for genuinely restaurant-crisp results. 9-in-1 versatility and a sleek build. The pick when you want the best single-basket air fryer, not just a good one.
- 9-in-1 Versatility: Includes Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Broil, Dehydrate, Frozen, Proof, Reheat, and Keep Warm functions to meet all your cooking needs.
- Rapid Cooking: TurboBlaze air fryer cooks up to 46% faster than previous models, while Pro LE air fryer heats up 20% faster up to 450°F.
- Healthier Fried Food: Enjoy the same crispy, fried texture with up to 95% less oil using TurboBlaze and up to 85% less oil with Pro LE.
- Spacious Capacity: The 6-quart TurboBlaze basket fits enough food for 3-5 people, while the 5-quart Pro LE feeds 1-4 people.
- User-Friendly Features: Step-by-step instructions, built-in recipes, dishwasher safe parts, and compact size make cooking easy.
5Instant Vortex Plus (6 Qt) Best from Instant
From the makers of the Instant Pot — a 6-quart, 6-in-1 (air fry, broil, dehydrate, crisp, roast, bake) with EvenCrisp airflow and a clean touchscreen. Feeds a family, cleans up easily. The most trusted name in the category, done right.
- 6 Cooking Functions: Air fry, bake, roast, broil, dehydrate, or reheat with little to no preheating time, all in one easy appliance
- Adjustable Temperature: Dial it in from 95 to 400°F (35 to 205°C) for perfectly crispy, golden, or gooey results—your call
- User-Friendly Operation: One-touch settings make everything from chicken wings to cinnamon buns ridiculously easy while an intuitive touchscreen keeps you in the loop, showing each cooking stage at a glance
- Family-Sized Capacity: The 6-quart capacity handles up to 6 portions, perfect for families, side dishes, or meal prep.
- Sleek Design: Stunning stainless steel finish for a sophisticated countertop presence.
6Instant Vortex 6QT XL Best Instant value
The simpler, cheaper Vortex — a 6-quart, 4-in-1 that crisps, roasts, reheats, and bakes without the extra modes you may never use. Same EvenCrisp results, lower price. The value entry point into the Instant family.
- 4 Cooking Functions: Air fry, bake, roast, or reheat with little to no preheating time, all in one easy appliance
- Adjustable Temperature: Dial it in from 120 to 400°F (49 to 205°C) for perfectly crispy, golden, or gooey results—your call
- User-Friendly Operation: One-touch settings make everything from chicken wings to cinnamon buns ridiculously easy while an intuitive touchscreen keeps you in the loop, showing each cooking stage at a glance
- Family-Sized Capacity: The 6-quart capacity handles up to 6 portions, perfect for families, side dishes, or meal prep
- EvenCrisp Technology: Achieve the perfect crunch with 95% less oil than traditional deep frying
7Instant Vortex Plus ClearCook Best with a window
The Vortex Plus with a see-through door and interior light — watch your food crisp without pulling the basket and interrupting the cook. Same 6-in-1 performance. The pick for anyone who likes to keep an eye on dinner.
- 6 Cooking Functions: Air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, and dehydrate all in one sleek appliance with intuitive touchscreen controls
- EvenCrisp Technology: Achieve the perfect crunch with 95% less oil than traditional deep frying
- Sneak a Peak: The ClearCook window lets you check your food without opening the basket, for easy monitoring.
- Your Favorites, Saved: 6 Customizable presets let you store go-to recipe settings for even quicker cooking
- Family-Sized Capacity: The 6-quart capacity handles up to 6 portions, perfect for sides, snacks, or main dishes
8Instant Vortex Slim (6 Qt) Best space-saver
A 6-quart Vortex in a slim, low-profile body built to tuck under cabinets and quiet operation — full family capacity, smaller footprint. The pick for a cramped counter that still needs to feed a few people.
- 5 Cooking Functions: Air fry, roast, bake, broil and reheat—all in one sleek appliance with intuitive touchscreen controls
- Compact Yet Capable: Slim design saves counter space without sacrificing capacity. Its 6-quart capacity can hold a 4 lb. chicken or 2 lb. bag of fries—great for sides, snacks, or family dinners
- EvenCrisp Technology: Achieve the perfect crunch with 95% less oil than traditional deep frying
- Quiet Mark Certified: Keeps operation noise low, so your kitchen stays peaceful even while it’s running
- Quick Cleanup: No more fighting about who has to do the dishes. The dishwasher-safe, non-stick air fryer basket make washing up effortless
9Instant Vortex Plus Mini (4 Qt) Best small Instant
A compact 4-quart Vortex Plus with the full 6-in-1 feature set and touchscreen — the small-kitchen or couples pick that doesn’t skimp on functions. Instant quality, apartment-friendly size.
- 6 Cooking Functions: Air fry, bake, roast, broil, dehydrate or reheat with little to no preheating time, all in one easy appliance
- Adjustable Temperature: Dial it in from 95 to 400°F (35 to 205°C) for perfectly crispy, golden, or gooey results—your call
- User-Friendly Operation: One-touch settings make everything from chicken wings to cinnamon buns ridiculously easy while an intuitive touchscreen keeps you in the loop, showing each cooking stage at a glance
- Compact Yet Capable: Small size saves counter space without sacrificing capacity. Its 4-quart capacity is perfect for up to 4 servings, ideal for students, singles, and small families
- EvenCrisp Technology: Achieve the perfect crunch with 95% less oil than traditional deep frying
10Gourmia Air Fryer (6 Qt) Best budget large
A 6-quart digital air fryer with 12 presets and FryForce 360 airflow for about sixty dollars — genuinely large capacity at a rock-bottom price. Not fancy, but it crisps well. The value buy for a big basket on a tight budget.
- Family Cooking – 6 Qt Capacity Digital Air Fryer : Serves 3–4 people with ease, from weeknight meals to weekend snacks.
- Preset Convenience – 12 One-Touch Functions : Air fry, roast, bake, broil, dehydrate, and more at the touch of a button.
- FryForce 360° Technology – Crispy, Light Results : Enjoy golden fries, nuggets, and wings with little to no oil.
- Easy Cleanup – Nonstick, Dishwasher-Safe Basket : Basket and crisper tray are removable and top-rack safe.
- Powerful Performance – Compact Yet Capable : Measures 14" D x 11.5" W x 13.5" H, uses 1500 watts of cooking power with a 90°F–400°F (32°C–200°C) temperature range.
11Gourmia Air Fryer (4 Qt) Best cheap compact
A 4-quart Gourmia with 8 presets and a digital display for one of the lowest prices going — perfect for one or two people or a dorm. Covers the basics cheaply. The pick when you just want to try air frying without spending much.
- Compact Cooking – 4 Qt Capacity Digital Air Fryer : Perfect size for quick snacks, personal portions or meals for two without wasting counter space.
- Preset Convenience – 12 One-Touch Functions : Air fry, roast, bake, broil, dehydrate, reheat and more with one-touch ease.
- FryForce 360° Technology – Crispy, Light Results : Enjoy golden fries, nuggets, and wings with little to no oil.
- Easy Cleanup – Nonstick, Dishwasher-Safe Parts : Basket and crisper tray clean up quickly by hand or in the dishwasher.
- Powerful Performance – Compact Yet Capable : Measures 12.5” D x 11” W x 13” H, uses 1300 watts of power and cooks at 90°F to 400°F (32°C–200°C).
12Gourmia 2.2 Qt Compact Best tiny/single-serve
A pint-sized 2.2-quart air fryer for singles, small snacks, or the tiniest kitchens — heats fast, stores anywhere, and costs next to nothing. The pick for one-person portions and minimal counter space.
13Ninja Foodi DualZone (8 Qt) Best dual-basket
The original two-basket air fryer — cook two foods two ways in independent 4-quart zones, and Smart Finish times them to be done together. No more cooking sides back-to-back. The best pick for making a full meal at once.
- SMART FINISH & MATCH COOK: DualZone Technology allows you to choose between the Smart Finish feature, which unlocks cooking 2 foods 2 ways that finish at the same time, and the and a Match Cook button to easily copy settings across zones for full 8-qt capacity.
- 6-IN-1 FUNCTIONALITY: Includes 6 versatile cooking programs: Air Fry, Air Broil, Roast, Bake, Reheat, and Dehydrate. The baskets can be washed in the dishwasher or by hand.
- XL CAPACITY: The 8-quart air fryer capacity lets you fit mains and sides at the same time for making quick family meals, or up to 4 lbs. of French fries or chicken wings.
- SEPARATE HEATING ZONES: 2 independent 4-quart zones have their own cooking baskets, cyclonic fans, and rapid heaters.
- EASY CLEANING: Easy-to-clean baskets and dishwasher-safe crisper plates.
14Ninja Air Fry Oven SP101 (8-in-1) Best air-fry oven
An 8-in-1 countertop oven that air fries, toasts, bakes, and dehydrates, then FLIPS up against the backsplash to reclaim counter space when done. XL capacity for a whole sheet of food. The pick to replace a toaster AND an air fryer.
- DIGITAL CRISP CONTROL TECHNOLOGY: Precision-controlled temperature, heat source, and airflow for ultimate versatility and optimum cooking performance.
- 8-IN-1 VERSATILITY: The ultimate meal-making machine with 8-in-1 functionality: Air Fry, Air Roast, Air Broil, Bake, Bagel, Toast, Dehydrate, and Keep Warm all in one powerful, 1800-watt appliance. The height of the interior of this machine is approximately 3".
- LESS FAT: Eat all of your air fried favorites guilt-free with up to 75% less fat when using the Air Fry function vs. traditional deep frying. Tested against hand-cut, deep fried French Fries.
- FASTER COOKING: Cooks up to 60% faster than a traditional oven on Air Roast; 60-second preheat; full meals in as little as 20 minutes.
- LARGE CAPACITY: 45% larger usable pan cooking area vs. the flat surface area of the Cuisinart toa-60 and toa-65 pan. Fits a 13" Pizza, up to 9 slices of toast, or 6 chicken breasts (6–8 oz. each).
15Ninja Foodi XL Pro (8-in-1) Best XL oven
A large 2-level countertop convection oven — air fry, roast, and bake enough for a family or a whole chicken and sides at once, 1800 watts. The pick when a basket is too small and you want oven-scale air frying.
- TRUE SURROUND CONVENTION: Up to 10X the convection power vs. a traditional full-size convection oven for faster, crispier, and juicy results
- ULTIMATE VERSATILITY: Air Fry, Air Roast, Bake, Whole Roast, Broil, Toast, Bagel, and Pizza, all in one powerful 1800-watt appliance
- QUICK FAMILY MEALS: 90-second oven preheat time and up to 30% faster cooking than a traditional full-size convection oven
- XL COUNTERTOP OVEN CAPACITY: 2-level even cooking, no rotating required—fit a 5-lb chicken and a sheet pan of vegetables, 2 12-in pizzas, or a 12-lb turkey
- AIR FRYER HEALTHY MEALS: Up to 75% less fat when using the Air Fry function vs. traditional deep frying* (*tested against hand-cut, deep-fried French fries)
16Ninja Flip Toaster Oven & Air Fryer Best flip-away combo
The newer 8-in-1 flip-away — a full toaster oven and air fryer that folds up for storage, with a removable-door design that’s easy to clean. Toast, bake, air fry, and more from one XL machine. The tidiest all-in-one for a small kitchen.
- RECLAIM YOUR COUNTER SPACE: Takes up 50% less space when you flip it up and away to store against your backsplash.
- 8-IN-1 FUNCTIONALITY: Air fry, Roast, Broil, Bake, Pizza, Toast, Bagel, Dehydrate.
- OVENCRISP TECHNOLOGY: Infrared heating and rapid circulating air combine for edge-to-edge even cooking.
- LARGE CAPACITY, SMALL FOOTPRINT: Air fry & roast up to 4 lbs of ingredients, bake a 12” pizza, toast up to 6 slices of bread, fits 6 chicken breasts.
- QUICK FAMILY MEALS: Family-sized meals that feed up to 4 people in as little as 20 minutes.
17Cuisinart TOA-60 AirFryer Toaster Oven Best air-fryer toaster oven
The category favorite — a 1800-watt, 7-in-1 convection toaster oven that air fries up to 3 lbs, toasts 6 slices, and bakes a 12″ pizza, with a nonstick easy-clean interior and 3-year warranty. The best do-it-all oven-plus-air-fryer.
- COOKING FUNCTIONS: This premium 1800 watt toaster oven and AirFryer, is equipped with an AirFry setting plus toast, convection bake, bake, convection broil, broil, warming feature, with a wide temperature range (Warm-450°F).Toast Shade Selector-Timer | Nonstick Easy-Clean Interior | Whisper Quiet Operation
- CAPACITY: Large enough to toast 6-slices of bread, air fry 3-pounds of chicken wings, bake a 12-inch pizza or roast a 4-pound chicken
- SUPERIOR OPERATION: Equipped with an adjustable temperature dial, 60-minute timer/auto-shutoff and a toast shade selector to ensure your meals are cooked to perfection.
- INCLUDES: Oven light, oven rack, baking pan, AirFry basket and a nonstick easy-clean interior to make cleanup simple.
- LIMITED 3-YEAR WARRANTY: Refer to user manual for troubleshooting steps and questions surrounding warranty policies.
18Cuisinart CTOA-122 Toaster Oven Airfryer Best value combo
Cuisinart’s 6-in-1, XL-capacity 1800-watt toaster-oven-airfryer at a friendlier price than the TOA-60 — toast, bake, broil, and air fry with a big interior and simple controls. The value pick for a combo oven that also air fries.
- ENDLESS FUNCTIONS: This premium 1800 watt full-size Toaster Oven can air fryer, is equipped with a convection bake setting, convection broil, standard bake, standard broil, warming feature, and toasting feature – all in one appliance
- CAPACITY: Large enough to toast 6-slices of bread, air fry 3-pounds of chicken wings, bake a 12-inch pizza or roast a 4-pound chicken
- SUPERIOR OPERATION: Equipped with an adjustable timer thermostat, 60-minute timer/auto-shutoff and a toast shade selector-timer to ensure your meals are cooked to your perfection
- INCLUDES: This unit comes with the essentials – an oven light, oven rack, baking pan, air fryer rack/basket and has a nonstick easy-clean interior to make mess cleanup simple
- LIMITED 3-YEAR WARRANTY: Refer to user manual for troubleshooting steps and questions surrounding warranty policies – this product is BPA free
19Chefman Multifunctional (10L) Best with rotisserie
A big 10-liter countertop air fryer with 17 presets PLUS a rotisserie spit and dehydrator racks, a large viewing window, and interior light — roast a whole chicken on a spit. The pick for the most functions and the widest range of cooking.
- Versatile countertop cooking: Air fry, bake, dehydrate, rotisserie, or roast to crispy perfection in one convenient appliance
- Cook faster: No need to preheat like traditional ovens. This all-in-one convection oven uses rapid air heating elements to cook fast, even, and crispy food
- Healthy cooking made easy: Make healthy meals using 98% less oil than traditional fryers
- Simplified set-up: Anyone can cook perfect meals in minutes with 17 preset options and an easy-to-use capacitive touch control screen
- All-inclusive: Includes three air flow racks, stainless steel rotisserie oven spit with retrieval tool, and a drip tray
20Nuwave Brio 15.5 Qt Oven Best extra-large family
A massive 15.5-quart air fryer oven with a rotisserie basket, skewer kit, 1800 watts, and an integrated smart thermometer — enough to air fry for a crowd or a big family. The pick when even an 8-quart isn’t big enough.
- HEALTHY FRIED FOOD - Brio uses super-heated air and an efficient air-flow design to cook crispy, delicious fried foods without guilt. No more messy oils, added fats, or calories. Air fry all your favorites - even from frozen, without defrosting.
- MAKE ADJUSTMENTS ON-THE-FLY – Want hotter temperature or need to cook it longer? Simply adjust on-the-fly any time. Control time and temperature any time in the cooking process. Brio’s intuitive digital controls are easy to operate.
- DIGITAL CONTROLS - Set cook temperatures from 50°F to 425°F adjustable in precise 5°F increments. Unlike the primitive methods that regulate temperature by turning the heater on and off, our heater never turns off while cooking.
- INTERNAL LIGHT & SAFETY BUILT-IN – Brio has an internal light. You can monitor the cooking progress without the need to open the door. When the door is opened, cooking is paused for safety. Cooking resumes when the door is closed.
- POWERFUL CONVECTION FAN – Brio is an air fryer oven with a powerful 5-inch convection fan. It’s top mounted and promotes unrivaled cyclonic convection circulation.
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