Find The Best
Air Fryer
For Your Needs

Air fryers are a great option if you often find yourself impatiently waiting for your oven to preheat or wishing your meals, sides, and snacks were crispier. The best models produce evenly cooked, crispy, golden-brown food fast, while offering enough versatility for tasks like baking or dehydrating.

We've tested more than 45 air fryers, and you'll find our recommendations for the best air fryers below. Our recommendations are based on our standardized test bench and take into account frying quality and speed, versatility, and helpful features. Here's a quick overview of what to keep in mind during your search:

• Power Draw: Air fryers with a high maximum power draw maintain a stable temperature, which helps them cook more evenly.
• Size: While quarts tell you how much total space the air fryer has, surface area matters more because it reflects usable cooking space; look for at least 4 quarts of capacity and 50 in² of surface area for golden, crisp food.
• Single vs Dual-Basket: Look for a single-basket air fryer if you're short on space, or a dual-basket model if you're cooking for a crowd, want to cook a main and side at the same time, or keep vegetarian and meat dishes separate.
• Fan Speed: For maximum versatility, choose a model with a wide fan speed range (at least 1000 to 2500 RPM). Low speeds help keep baked goods moist, while high speeds help make crispier food faster.
• Features: Consider which features you want. Some air fryers come with a built-in temperature probe, app support, windowed baskets, or convertible single-to-dual baskets.
• Non-Stick Coating: Traditional non-stick coatings are easy to clean, but you might want to look for a ceramic coating or a glass cooking chamber if you're worried about the health concerns associated with PFAS.