Vicky Parry
4th Nov 2024
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Air fryers are incredibly versatile and moneysaving, costing less to run than an oven or grill and requiring less time to cook. You can even bake or roast in some, too!
There are so many on the market, though, that it’s hard to decide which is best for you. The MoneyMagpie team and product testers have put a bunch through their paces, to whittle down the list and find the best air fryers of 2024. Many of these models are currently on sale too – so if you know someone who has been intending to get on the air fryer train, now’s a good time to buy in time for Christmas.
Haier I-Master Series 5 Air Fryer 5L Single Basket (£149.99 currently £69)
A compact single basket air fryer, the Haier Air fryer is perfect for a single household or couple, with the 5 litre basket the perfect size for cooking a couple of portions.
The top buttons are digital LED, making it easy to see when switched on, and our product tester didn’t even need to read the manual to get started it was that easy! With several functions, including air fry, grill, roast, bake and even dehydrate and defrost, this is a truly multipurpose air fryer that combines several appliances into one. It’s compact size makes it perfect for small kitchens.
When running, you can hear a small noise just like you do with the fan in your oven, but it’s not disturbing at all. The air fryer will beep halfway through the set time to remind you to check on the cooking and shake the basket to avoid things sticking. Once the timer is done, it automatically shuts off, too – so there’s no burning when you forget your dinner!
Our product tester found the dishwasher safe basket made it super easy to clean, but did find using both silicone or greaseproof liners helped to make it easier to remove food from the deep basket when it’s done.
Vonhaus Fika 5L Air Fryer (RRP £64.99 currently £54.99)
The Vonhaus Fika 5L Air Fryer is a gorgeous addition to any kitchen with its Scandinavian style design, the cream outer is set off by a wooden handle so it’s fashionable as well as functional.
And functional it is, with ten preset programmes that our product tester said made cooking incredibly easy. The auto-shut off function was appreciated too, allowing our tester to remove and check cooking progress at any time safely, with the cooking cycle restarting once the basket is safely back in place.
Ideal for a single person or couple, this is large enough to cook a couple of portions easily. The preset programmes made it easy to cook things like meat, fish, veggies, and chips – but our tester found it helpful that you can also set your own time and temperature. The cook is even, working well on everything from courgette fritters to frozen oven chips. It’s easy to clean, too – just wash the basket with hot soapy water and the outside can be wiped down with a cloth.
HYSapientia 24L Digital Large Air Fryer Oven 10-In-1 Toaster Oven (RRR £199, currently £159.99)
This trendy stainless steel air fryer is a great addition to your kitchen if you’re looking for an attractive, substantial but comparatively lightweight air fryer.
We got one to review and we’re very impressed with it.
It is a multifunction All-In-One – air fryer oven toaster with small volume and high energy (toast, cake/bake, fish, dehydration, chicken/grill, french fries/air fry, defrosting, steak, pizza, Rotisserie), with 10 cooking modes that are easy to use.
24l is a very decent size for an air fryer, meaning you can easily cook for a family and maybe even some guests.
The digital knob control system makes it easy to accurately set precise times and temperatures so you’re in complete control of the cooking experience.
It comes with 8 accessories for your mini oven (Rack, Crumb Tray, Baking Pan, Oven Rack, Air Fryer Basket, Rotisserie, Oven Gloves, Manual, Cookbook) and is guaranteed for a year.
The rotisserie function was a particular highlight for me. Nothing beats a rotisserie cooked chicken so I was desperate to give this a try, and it didn’t disappoint. Crispy skin on the outside, with juicy chicken that tasted amazing.
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Added features include an adjustable temperature and time control from 50˚C to 200˚C for manual mode, an easy-pull handle and non-stick coated crisper tray and plate. The tray is also dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning and the air fryer comes with a one-year guarantee. As well as offering a healthy way to cook, it saves time, energy, and money without compromising on flavor or texture.
Gino D’Acampo Grey 5L Digital Air Fryer (RRP £55)
This is a terrific basic model. At only £35 from some outlets now, this has a 5L capacity basket with a soft-touch handle, touch screen LED panel with a variable temperature range of 80-230C, and up to 60-minute timer controls.
Like most air fryers, this is also really easy to clean with a removable, dishwasher-safe cooking basket & grill with a non-stick coating. To make things even easier there are 5 preset functions available including chips, steak, chicken & fish… and an automatic timer shut off, so if you want you can just leave things to cook or (if you’re like us) check them regularly: another benefit of the small usability of air fryers.
Morphy Richards Dual Basket 7.2 Litre Air fryer
Introducing the new Dual Basket Air Fryer! This revolutionary kitchen appliance is designed to produce delicious fried food with minimal oil and maximum flavor.
With its 200°C maximum heat, digital temperature control for increased accuracy and reliability, two baskets that work independently, touch interface, 7 settings per side (14 settings overall), crisping trays with silicon-rubber feet, plus a window for easy viewing — this air fryer is sure to meet your needs.
CHEFREE 5L Family-sized with Viewing Window Drawer (RRP £49.99)
With a transparent viewing glass window drawer, you can witness your food fry to an ideal finish. This one also has an internal light, enabling you to effortlessly monitor your cooking without losing heat. It also boasts a space-saving compact design with a generous 5L capacity, while being 30% more compact than other brands.
A cutting-edge full touch screen 6-in-1 function multicooker means you can effortlessly create a wide range of delights from breakfast to dessert: Air Fryer, Bake, Roast, Broil, Grill, and Dehydrate.
CHEFREE Dual Air Fryer 8L (RRP £119.99 currently £99.99)
Another CHEFREE gadget, the Dual Air Fryer 8L is twice the size with a fantastic 8-liter capacity across two 4-liter baskets. Amazing for family cooking and busy moms – our product tester has a young family and found this an ideal way to cook a midweek meal at speed!
The tester loved the dual baskets, meaning either double the wonder on things like crispy chicken wings, or mixing up both a protein and a veggie drawer to make complete meals in one appliance. It’s fast, heating up instantly with a maximum temperature of 205 degrees Celsius – and you can easily make up to 8 portions, making it perfect for a meal and leftovers for lunch.
Choose from eight presets such as bake, broil, air crisp, and air fry, or set your own temperatures and time. It has an auto shutoff for safety, and operates at a reasonable noise level, too. It’s super easy to wash, our product tester was impressed with how a quick wash with soapy water did the trick. It coped just as well with frozen oven chips as baked potatoes, frozen fish fillets, and fresh salmon.
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