Air fryer buying guide

An air fryer works by circulating hot air around food at high speed. It uses a heating element and a fan to achieve this, imitating the results of deep frying but with much less oil. Because of this technique, your food gets evenly cooked.

It depends! They use less oil than other cooking styles, so there's less fat. But it's important to remember that the health benefits eventually boil down to what you're cooking and how you do it.

This clever appliance can be an all-rounder when it comes to cooking. You can air fry, bake, roast, toast, reheat, and grill. Some models can also dehydrate. It's versatile, so get creative and try out our favourite air fryer recipes.

Air fryers have different compartments, so you can cook two delicious dishes at once - ideal for a complete meal. Some have two layers, while others have both a pot and a removable basket (ideal for chips).

Don't fancy washing up afterwards? Many air fryers have parts which can go in the dishwasher to make cleaning easy - just check the product description before you buy.

Many air fryers come with a timer button that lets you set a cooking time. Others come with a timer feature that automatically turns off the air fryer once your dish is prepared, to avoid overcooking, burning or drying your food.

Most modern air fryers come with preset temperatures for different dishes, as they are precise and convenient. And, if you want to adjust the temperature, there are models that let you customise too.

For singles or couples, an air fryer between 2 to 4 litres is sufficient as it can cook small portions of foods like fish, chicken or veggies. Plus, they're suitable for smaller kitchens.

With a capacity of 4 to 6 litres, these air fryers cook larger portions of foods like whole chicken and more veggies. It's also the perfect size for a medium-sized kitchen counter.

Perfect for large families, these air fryers have a capacity of 6 to 8 litres. They help you cook nearly 6 servings per batch. Great for entertaining too.

With more than 8 litres of capacity, these air fryers help you cook complete meals at once and won't disappoint you, whether you want to serve two people or 10.

These are air fryers that also perform another method of cooking. From grill/air fryer to pressure cooker/air fryer and more, pick the pot that best suits your cooking needs whilst saving space in your kitchen.

Take your flavourful meals minus the guilt outdoors. From juicy wings to perfectly roasted veggies, add scrummy fun to your day in the sun with an outdoor air fryer.

Stack up flavour, stack down kitchen clutter. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or just craving variety, a stackable design lets you whip up multiple dishes simultaneously, saving both time and space.

These are multitasking powerhouses that let you bake, air fry, reheat or roast. Oven air fryers give you the perfect crisp without using too much oil so you can enjoy your favourite dishes and stay healthy.

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