Similarly, large joints of meat, such as a whole chicken, will fill the air frying drawer and mean the hot air can't circulate, so it also won't be evenly crisped and browned. Though electric, this outdoor grill with an air fryer function is designed for cooking on balconies and terraces. Cleaning the COSORI Air Fryer is straightforward — a big plus in the air fryer vs deep fryer debate.

I love how it browns veggies and vegan protein sources like chickpeas, tempeh, and tofu with minimal oil.

It took a while to roast a chicken but, 45 minutes later, it came out golden and moist, while our fairy cakes were just right. Whether you have a small household, are preparing for a feast, or need one that meets all you everyday cooking needs, our list should have something for you. We looked at the manuals for each model and followed their directions for cooking temperature, time and the quantity of oil needed.

We rated each design on how many settings it offers, how durable and easy to clean the body and parts are, how loud their fans are and how hot the exterior casing gets. Dual-drawer air-fryer models also come with the ability to cook different dishes on different functions simultaneously, while rotisserie fryers can help you create restaurant-quality chicken and chips from home. In test, we loved how easy it was to use, and though it looks quite chunky, it's versatile and relatively quiet while it cooks. So whether that's frozen foods, mini pizzas, or even gnocchi and ravioli - it can all be cooked in an air fryer.I have no doubts about the COSORI Air Fryer's ability to air fry evenly and the preset cooking modes make sense with the general classifications of different foods. Toaster ovens are brilliant compact options if you're looking for an appliance that can do more than just air fry. Anything from the size of the cut to the variety of potato can make a difference here, so it’s always good to gauge things halfway through the time. We had success with chips too, which could have done with some shaking half-way through, but were otherwise well sealed and had great flavour.