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9 Top-Rated Air Fryers That Will Make You Feel Like A Culinary Pro

If an appliance could deliver the delicious crispy taste of fried food without all that unhealthy oil, would you buy it? If you answered with an enthusiastic yes, you’re not alone. Air fryers have skyrocketed in popularity thanks to their ability to make “fried” foods a bit healthier, and if you ask any current owner (myself included), they’ll tell you the best air fryers make an unbeatable addition to your kitchen.

If you’re not familiar with the concept, air fryers cook foods by circulating hot air around an inner chamber (similar to convection cooking), yielding a crunchy exterior like you would get with frying, but using significantly less oil. Plus, many models even cook food faster than regular ovens, making them a great option for busy households.

Instead of making you read through all the air fryer reviews on the internet, we’ve compiled a list of our favorites. Below, you’ll find the best air fryers, from premium models to more compact options designed for smaller kitchens.

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Camryn Rabideau

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Best Air Fryer Overall: Philips Airfryer With TurboStar Avance
 
 
 
Best Air Fryer Overall: Philips Airfryer With TurboStar Avance

The Philips TurboStar Digital Air Fryer is our top pick for 2021. While pricey, this highly-rated appliance is spacious, powerful and reliable, making it a worthwhile investment for those who love French fries or fried chicken (and really, who doesn’t?) and want to make them at home. It has a 2.75-quart cooking capacity and can grill, roast, bake and fry at temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 

$250 $400

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Air Fryer with the Best Settings: COSORI Air Fryer Max XL
 
 
 
Air Fryer with the Best Settings: COSORI Air Fryer Max XL

It can take some trial and error to nail down air fryer cook times and temperatures, but the cult-favorite COSORI Premium Air Fryer makes it a little easier thanks to its 10 preset cooking options. This air fryer has a 5.8-quart capacity, and it boasts more than 10,000 reviews on Amazon with an average rating of 4.7 stars.

$120

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Best Mid-Size Air Fryer: Instant Pot Vortex Plus Airfryer
 
 
 
Best Mid-Size Air Fryer: Instant Pot Vortex Plus Airfryer

The Instant Pot Vortex Plus Air Fryer is large enough to cook meals for a family, but not so big that it will commandeer your whole counter. This air fryer has a 6-quart capacity, and its sleek, smudge-resistant stainless steel design will make an attractive addition to your kitchen, especially if your other appliances have the same finish.

$120 $240

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Best Extra-Large Air Fryer: Instant Vortex Pro 10-Quart Air Fryer
 
 
 
Best Extra-Large Air Fryer: Instant Vortex Pro 10-Quart Air Fryer

Most air fryers have a basket design, but the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven does things differently. This unique appliance is actually a full-sized toaster oven that’s equipped with air frying capabilities, as well. In fact, the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven has seven cooking functions, including air fry, convection bake, convection broil, warming, toasting and more. 

$110 $140

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Best Premium Air Fryer: Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven
 
 
 
Best Premium Air Fryer: Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven

Most air fryers have a basket design, but the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven does things differently. This unique appliance is actually a full-sized toaster oven that’s equipped with air frying capabilities, as well. In fact, the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven has seven cooking functions, including air fry, convection bake, convection broil, warming, toasting and more. 

$200

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Best Affordable Air Fryer: GoWise Digital Air Fryer
 
 
 
Best Affordable Air Fryer: GoWise Digital Air Fryer

Not sure if an air fryer is right for you? Then you may want to consider a more affordable option, such as the GoWise USA 8-in-1 Air Fryer, which comes with a six-piece accessory set. This large air fryer is available in four colors and has an impressive 5.8-quart capacity. It features eight preset smart programs to help you cook fries, pizza, chicken, steak and more. It can cook at temperatures between 180 and 400 degrees F, and its cooking timer can be set for up to 30 minutes. 

$81 $110

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Most Versatile Air Fryer: Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker with TenderCrisp
 
 
 
Most Versatile Air Fryer: Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker with TenderCrisp

For a versatile appliance, the Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker has air frying capabilities, as well as pressure cooking, baking, slow cooking and steaming functions—and its large capacity makes it an ideal option for large households. This appliance has a large 5-quart ceramic-coated pot and a 3-quart cook-and-crisp basket that can hold up to a 4-pound chicken or three pounds of French fries.

$170

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Best Air Fryer for Small Kitchens: Dash Tasti Compact Air Fryer
 
 
 
Best Air Fryer for Small Kitchens: Dash Tasti Compact Air Fryer

If you want to save on space, the Dash Tasti air fryer is probably your best bet. This air fryer may not allow you to cook quite as much at one time, but its 2.6-quart capacity is still enough to cook great meals—and it comes with a non-stick fry basket and a recipe book to help get you started.

$60

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Best Air Fryer for Rotisserie: hOmeLabs XXL 8-in-1 Air Fryer Oven
 
 
 
Best Air Fryer for Rotisserie: hOmeLabs XXL 8-in-1 Air Fryer Oven

As its name implies, the hOmeLabs XXL 8-in-1 Air Fryer oven has an oversized form—in fact, it’s large enough that you can cook a 4-pound rotisserie chicken inside it. This air fryer has eight food-specific cooking modes, including settings for fries, fish, chicken, rotisserie and cake. Plus, the unit comes with a wide variety of accessories, such as a rotisserie shaft, adjustable skewer rack, rotating basket and dehydrating racks. 

$185

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