The 5 Best Airfryers 2023
We Found The 5 Best Air Fryers Among 68 Different Models…
Danielle Amato
Danielle is a lifelong technology enthusiast who recently quit her job as an engineer to write about technology and mechanics. In her free time, Danielle likes to research some trends in electronics and home appliances. Testing technical products has clearly become her hobby these days.
Airfryers are fast proving to be one of the must-have kitchen gadgets of 2023.
Enhance your cooking experience with one of the best airfryers, which will make lengthy food preparation a thing of the past. These appliances, which often feature baskets for easy cleaning, essentially act as a countertop oven – but are far speedier and less complicated to use.
They’re also 70% faster than ovens, and use up to 95% less oil compared to deep frying without compromising on flavour, so you’ll be able to make healthy, tasty meals for the kids with no complaints. What’s not to love?
There are a few factors to consider before deciding which air fryer to get, for example – how many people you’re cooking for, how much space you have and what kind of cooking you plan to do.
Knowing which air fryer is right for you can be difficult – there are so many options available!
Therefore, over the past 6 months, We have conducted a large test of more than 68 airfryers of different types from different brands to find the best air fryer in 2023.
We’ve Rated The Air Fryers On 10 Criterias:
- Power consumption
- Choice of pre-set programmes
- Ease of cleaning
- Noise
- Size
- Quality of food
- Value for money
- Type of Controls
- Ease of use
- Quality of materials
7 Reasons To Get Airfryer
With very little oil used in the cooking process, this is the perfect way to replace deep fried foods that aren’t very healthy with a healthier alternative.
The fact that air fryers are fast and easy to use means that cooking at home is a much more tempting option. The air fryer makes dinner uncomplicated. All you have to do is season a piece of meat, like a chicken breast (even from frozen) put it in the basket, and set it to cook. So simple.
If you cook a lot of frozen and breaded foods, like onion rings and chicken tenders, you’ll like this reason the most. The air fryer actually crisps up the food you cook, so you get a crunchy and golden exterior, rather than a soggy mess.
The air fryer is so much more than a healthier option to deep frying. In fact, you can cook virtually anything in this appliance, from fried chicken to whole spaghetti squash to curries and desserts.
Yes, it’s great for cooking frozen store-bought foods like French fries, tater tots, and pizza rolls. So easy that the kids can even do it.
An air fryer is faster than cooking in the oven not only because it can get hot quickly, but because of the smaller size of an air fryer compared to your oven. An oven typically needs up to 10 minutes to pre-heat, while the air fryer doesn’t really need any pre-heating time for most recipes.
Not only can you cook most things in an air fryer, reheating food in the air fryer is a way to make it even more useful.
Just add soapy water to the basket and use a non-scratch sponge to clean the interior and exterior. Some air fryer baskets can even go in the dish washer.
THE 5 BEST AIRFRYER 2023
During the past 6 months, we have tested over 68 different air fryers. These are the top 5 models based on our experts’ assessment and thousands users’ reviews:
£159
A+
AeroFry undoubtedly offers the best value for money.
AeroFry has created a product that incorporates the latest technology, as well as the best and most useful features, without having to cost a fortune.
AeroFry uses their unique “HeatSmart” technology which combines 360 degree air circulation with the best heating elements and temperature monitoring 27 times a minute.
In our testing, the fries had crisp exteriors but soft, fluffy insides, and the chicken was moist, while its skin was crispy and retained loads of flavor.
There was no transfer of smell or flavours between the two drawers, which would make it a great tool if cooking for a family where the grown ups and kids have different tastes, and we also wouldn’t have to worry about washing up since the bowl can be washed in the dishwasher.
We were also happy to see that AeroFry comes with the latest security features.
It truly is a tech-lover’s dream. AeroFry ’s “secret” is that they are a team of engineers who have come together to create the best air fryer at the best price.
Pros
- Two cooking zones
- Transparent window - visible food helps to adjust time or temperature
- Has a 360 degrees quick cook technology for evenly cooked
- Easy to use and clean thanks to the smart design
- Patented ThermoIQ Technology
- Platinum Heating Elements
- Temperature Monitoring
- Latest Security Features
- Low noise level (57 db)
- 10 Preset Cooking Programs
- Teflon coating, food bowl with non-stick
- Programmable so different foods finish simultaneously
Cons
- Only available online
- Often sold out due to high demand
£299
A-
The Airfryer HD9650/96 is a large, basket-style model with a 7-quart capacity. Additionally, it comes with innovative fat-reduction technology that collects excess grease released during cooking, separating it from your food.
Its cooking functions include air fry, roast, grill, bake, and reheat. Experts found that it performs well as an air fryer and is great at roasting whole chickens, as well as cooking up to 2 pounds of fries in a single batch.
The most painful part of owning the HD9650 is keeping it clean. Honestly, if we just cooked some nuggets or something that wasn’t too messy, we just let the crumbs stay in the pan, leaving it to be cleaned for the next time. We imagine that if you use a dishwasher, the chore would be much less of a pain.
Another problem was that the Teflon coating on the basket and pan were easy to scrape away in our durability tests, and we noticed signs of wear after testing.
We also noticed a problem with smoking. Only a few other air fryers had any issues with producing smoke while cooking, but the HD9650 was like a chimney during our bacon test.
Pros
- Smart sensing technology
- Easy to use
- Large capacity
- Cooks up to two pounds of French fries
Cons
- Hard to clean; lots of parts
- Bulky and heavy
- Delicate nonstick coating
£265
B+
If you’re looking for a good, basic air fryer, the AF150AMZ Air Fryer XL is an excellent choice. It’s easy to use, delivers great results and, thanks to its ceramic-coated basket, is dishwasher safe for simple cleanup. We also appreciate its small footprint, which helps save counter space.
Some users found that the air fryer was limited in terms of cooking capacity as it can only do one serving at a time, which could be limiting for larger families looking for an all-in-one solution. Additionally, there is no temperature control available in this model which could be inconvenient for those looking to fine-tune their cooking temperatures.
However, at 1,750 watts, it is not particularly energy-efficient.
The AF150AMZ Air Fryer Max XL can accommodate 5.5 quarts of food, which is equivalent to about 3 pounds of french fries or chicken wings. It’s 14 inches wide, 11 inches deep, and almost 15 inches tall. Be mindful if you have low-lying cabinets—this air fryer is slightly taller than some of the others we tested, so make sure to measure your cabinet height before investing in it.
Pros
- Generous food capacity
- Dishwasher safe
- Relatively lightweight and compact
Cons
- Releases a plastic smell during operation
- Some may think basket diameter is small
- Not especially energy-efficient
- Fewer presets than some air fryers
£899
B
The Foodi XL 2-Basket Air Fryer, also referred to as the 6-in-1 10-Qt Air Fryer or simply the DZ401 is the brand’s newest and largest capacity drawer-type air fryer. Convenience is the ultimate selling point of this kind of air fryer.
Oven air fryers and grill air fryers don’t offer a way to shake your ingredients up. Or let’s say completely take the container out to flip your protein or veggies safely.
In total, the DZ401 has six cooking functions—Air Fry, Air Broil, Roast, Bake, Reheat, and Dehydrate.
A Start/Pause button let me pause the cooking on either side of the fryer, but when food on one side was finished sooner than I expected, I wanted to stop the cooking rather than pause it. The solution was to use the Time function to let the fryer know that the cooking time was done. While that worked well, it wasn’t obvious at a glance.
Sadly, this variant still doesn’t have an automatic pause feature. You still have to press the start/stop button to keep the cooking time synchronized when taking out the basket.
Pros
- Dual cooking zones
- Large 10-quart capacity (9.5 L)
Cons
- Takes up a lot of counter space
- Large batches cook longer
- No auto-pause
- Non-stick are usually not long lasting
£249
B
Breaking the mould in terms of design, when compared to the majority of air fryers on the market, the ActiFry Genius XL is shorter, and deeper than these rivals. It comes with a paddle, a 3.5L bowl design, as well as a “window” that lets you peer at your food as it cooks.
This design means food is evenly cooked and tastes great, and its controls are surprisingly easy to use despite looking complicated due to the wide range of options on offer.
Sadly, this shape means it’s not well suited to small kitchens and the paddle design means you end up sacrificing some of the health benefits of using an air fryer for better-tasting food.
The air fryer itself is big and bulky and although not as tall as drawer style air fryers, it’s deep, so you can’t push it very far back on your worktop.
During cooking I noticed a lot of steam was escaping out of the gap around the bottom of the lid and the plastic part of the lid itself became quite warm to touch, reaching 65°C. It was also loud in comparison to other air fryers I’ve used and hit 66dB on my sound meter.
Pros
- Automatic stirring so no need to shake food
Cons
- Not intuitive to use
- Excess oil doesn’t drain away
- Large, bulky design
- Loudly
Our Top Picks
Review:
If you’re looking for the biggest bang for your buck, the AeroFry Air Fryer is hard to beat. Right out of the box, we appreciated its sturdy, solid feel, and the sleek black finish makes it look like it’s right out of a professional kitchen.
During our tests, we found this airfryer cooked with more power than the others, delivering crispy, evenly cooked food every time. Both basket and tray are dishwasher safe and easy to clean, even if you choose to hand wash.
AeroFry has created a product which contains the latest technology, as well as the best and most useful functions, will be grateful to this denmark brand.