Looking for an air fryer? These are the best to buy for low fat, quick and delicious dinners (2023)

The race for the best overall air fryer was incredibly close because it ultimately comes down to what kind of food you like to cook. But this Salter style covers all the bases with its relatively large baskets, myriad cooking options and incredibly user-friendly design. Trust us, if you don't think you need a double basket option, it always comes in handy - our tester cooked chicken and steak fajitas at the same time and everyone was happy.

This model can make everything from steaks and shrimp to cakes and even bake bread, making it a one-stop shop for almost any foodie, no matter what you're looking for. Sure, you can't cook chicken all the way through here, but everything else sure looks good. And it can even be timed to ensure the contents of both baskets finish cooking at the same time, giving you a complete meal without any hassle.

The only downside is that it doesn't have a window, so you'll have to open the drawers every now and then to check that everything's OK, but that's a small price to pay for such a simple machine.

If you're not 100 percent sold on investing in an air fryer, that's totally understandable—but then Ninja's multicooker could be the appliance for you. With a capacity of 7.5 liters, this impressive machine can perform nine different functions - all depending on which position you turn the knob to. We highly recommend trying the air fryer function, and we can confirm that it made us a delicious dish or two, including wonderfully crispy (and not at all greasy) halloumi fries.

It comes with a reversible and bottom rack so you can maximize the crispiness of your healthiest fried foods, and the pot is dishwasher safe, with the outside of the machine being wiped clean.

While testing the air fryer function, we also tested the other settings and can confirm that the multicooker was a faster and more economical way to prepare a dish.roast dinner, The.

For meat eaters, this Tower Hot Air Fryer is for you. Unlike some of the other bowl or tray options, this looks a lot like your everyday oven, with a box shape and large front window that make it better for meats rather than pots or pans.

Its best feature has to be the grill function, which can cook a 1kg roast chicken in 40 minutes, and it has a handy drip tray underneath for easy cleaning. Our tester found the steaks to be just as tasty as the sausages, kebabs and burgers, and there was often enough room to slide a few vegetables on the shelf to make a full meal as well. A whole range of accessories are included, from kebab skewers and a pizza plate, to a wire rack and gloves to make the whole process even easier, but you'll need to wipe them down by hand once it cools down.

For a hassle-free, cheaper hot air fryer, this is the right choice. With a glass door there are no fancy stirrer arms, double baskets or grill features, it just gets the job done, plain and simple.

Unlike many of the other options, it lets you know when to stir the food for even cooking, but it also absorbs odors so your whole house doesn't smell like your dinner—a feature we really loved. The simple dial on the top was incredibly easy to use and instead of selecting your type of food, all you had to do was select the function, temperature and time, just like you would with a normal oven. But at just 5.7 litres, we'd say it's better for singles or couples, with a bit of a push.

For rice dishes, curry, chips, chicken breast or any other pot, this Tefal choice is sure to impress. Unlike other air fryer options, it has a circular design, with a removable stirrer arm that's perfect for large casserole dishes. Inside there's a large pan that's easily removable and dishwasher safe, although its donut shape is arguably less suitable for cooking large pieces of meat or fish. Incredibly easy to use, just follow the preset functions to choose which dish you want to make and easily monitor the cooking process from the very handy top window.

One thing we would say is that it's probably the strongest option we've tested, and it's also been quite warm, so it might be best for larger kitchens or wide counters.

Most air fryers may seem rather small. So while they may be perfect for one or two people, it's not easy to find one that can feed the whole family. But we think we've found the perfect option with this Lakeland pick. In the classic dual-vent style, it stands out from the crowd thanks to its two different sized compartments - 5.5L and 3.3L. So you can fill the big one with meat or fish of your choice and leave the small one next to you, like we did. Or, if it's just one or two of you, try a starter and a main.

This is also incredibly easy to use and actually makes almost no noise, which is another plus. Baked potatoes, shrimp, cakes and chicken wings are just a handful of the preset options available, but you can cook almost anything with ease. Don't forget to hand wash the baskets.

This hot air fryer gives you the best of both worlds, with a large drawer that easily splits in two thanks to a very handy removable inner basket. While we mostly stuck to one drawer—feeding four people with fries, chicken wings, rice dishes, and more—the option to make it two was great when cooking two separate meals or different sides. And you can set the baskets at two different temperatures and times to make life a little easier.

This model was incredibly easy to use, made little to no noise, and absorbed odors so the whole house didn't smell like a fish and chip shop. So if you're in doubt as to whether you should buy a single or dual basket model, why not both?

For those with a smart home, this hot air fryer is for you. Connecting to Wi-Fi, the smart machine can be controlled from an app so you can heat it up before you get home, browse over 100 recipes and have your tea perfectly brewed when you walk through the door - it really is like magic .

Included in the unit is a baking cage that created the crispiest crisps. a rotisserie fork that can hold a whole chicken. grill skewers; a griddle and a griddle, proving that almost any meal can be made. It has 12 settings, including the standard chicken, shrimp and veggie options we've seen on almost every device, in addition to cake, bread and dehydrated, and you can also customize the setting with the temperature and time dial. It really is a tech lover's dream.

Quickly replacing our traditional oven during mealtimes, Lakeland's Large Air Fryer features touchscreen controls, eight presets (from seafood to baked goods, even steaks) and a generous 3-quart capacity that can easily accommodate two people. Perfect for those cautiously entering the deep fryer world, it's a breeze to use and clean (another big plus), with adjustable temperature and time functions and two handy add-ons.

We also liked the sleek, round design, which fits easily on your counter and can also be stored in a cupboard. Whether you're grilling juicy salmon, cooking up crispy tender broccoli, or rustling up restaurant-worthy fries, the appliance has improved dinner prep and taken the snacking game to the next level—all while helping to lower household bills (the average fryer costs about $17 pennies a day). Our only complaint is the limited size of the basket, so we wouldn't recommend it for larger households.