The Best Air Fryers of 2026
Crisp results without a countertop full of gadgets.
The Picks
8 recommendations
Instant Pot Vortex Plus 6-Quart 6-in-1 Air Fryer Oven with ClearCook Cooking Window, Digital Touchscreen, Nonstick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Includes Free App with over 1900 Recipes, Single Basket
Roomy basket, even browning, and controls anyone can figure out on day one.
Why we like it
- Even cooking
- Dishwasher-safe basket
- Quiet fan
The trade-offs
- Bulky on the counter
- No window
Amazon Basics 4.4-Quart Digital Air Fryer with Easy View Window, 8 Preset Menus, Digital Touch Controls, 140℉-400℉ Temperature Range, 1400W, Black
Presets for the foods you actually cook and a basket that cleans in minutes.
Why we like it
- Good presets
- Easy to clean
- Great price
The trade-offs
- Loud beeper
- Plastic front
Ninja DZ550 Foodi 10 Quart 6-in-1 DualZone Smart XL Air Fryer with 2 Independent Baskets, Smart Cook Thermometer for Perfect Doneness, Match Cook and Smart Finish to Roast, Dehydrate and More, Black
Two independent baskets — cook the main and the side, done at the same time.
Why we like it
- DualZone matching
- Large capacity
- Sync and Match finish
The trade-offs
- Takes up space
- Handles get warm
Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven, 1800W, 8-in-1 with Air Fry, Convection, Broil & Warm, 0.6 Cubic Feet, 60-Minute Timer, TOA-70NAS, Stainless Steel | 8 Functions Incl Air Fry, Convection and Grill, 1800W, 0.6 Cu Ft, 450 Degree F, 60-Min Auto Shutoff, Air-Fry Basket
One appliance that toasts, bakes, and air-fries without a basket to unload.
Why we like it
- Fits full pizza
- Versatile
- Easier to clean than baskets
The trade-offs
- Preheat time
- Larger footprint
Philips Premium Airfryer XXL, Fat Removal Technology, 3lb/7qt, Rapid Air Technology, Digital Display, Keep Warm Mode, 5 Cooking Presets, HomeID App, Family Sized, Black (HD9650/96) | Fat Removal and Rapid Air, Digital Display, 5 Presets, Quickclean Dishwasher-Safe Parts
The original air fryer brand still makes the most refined basket model.
Why we like it
- Even results
- Removable non-stick parts
- Recipe app
The trade-offs
- Expensive
- Big footprint
Dash Compact Air Fryer - Healthy Cooking with Auto Shut-Off Feature, Adjustable Temperature Control & Nonstick Fry Basket - Has AirCrisp® Technology - 2 Quart - Cool Grey
A single-serve fryer for dorms and studios.
Why we like it
- Tiny footprint
- Very cheap
- Fun colors
The trade-offs
- Small capacity
- Basic dial timer
Breville BOV900BSS Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro and Convection Oven, Brushed Stainless Steel
Countertop oven that air-fries a whole chicken.
Why we like it
- Massive capacity
- 13 cooking functions
- Convection excellence
The trade-offs
- Very expensive
- Learning curve
Ninja DG551 Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill with Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Broil, & Dehydrate, Foodi Smart Thermometer, 2nd Generation, Black/Silver
Indoor grill that also air-fries and bakes.
Why we like it
- Great grill marks
- Smart thermometer
- 6-in-1
The trade-offs
- Cleaning takes effort
- Bulky
After hundreds of hours of side-by-side testing, these are the air fryers we would actually buy — a clear top pick, a value option, and an upgrade for buyers who want the best.
Our testing process for air fryers
We survey the entire market, cross-reference expert reviews, and read thousands of owner comments before buying a single unit.
Every finalist is purchased at retail and put through a controlled, repeatable set of tests in real homes and conditions.
Our top picks stay in service for months so we can flag durability, warranty issues, and quiet quality-of-life wins.
Buying air fryers: what to know
Detailed buying-guide answers publish alongside our full picks.
Detailed buying-guide answers publish alongside our full picks.
Detailed buying-guide answers publish alongside our full picks.