Find the Right Air Fryer Type for Your Needs

The most common and affordable option, basket air fryers use a basket design to circulate hot air and crisp up foods. Round or square baskets come in various capacities to handle anything from solo snacks to family meals. Many basket air fryers now include dishwasher-safe parts, nonstick coatings, and handy presets for extra convenience. Great for quickly cooking crispy fries, wings, nuggets and more.

Air fryer ovens combine air frying with additional cooking functions like baking, broiling, and dehydrating. The integrated oven design allows for more versatility beyond just crispy “fried” foods. Choose compact toaster oven styles or larger countertop ovens. Great for households that want a multifunctional appliance.

These innovative models contain two separate air fryer baskets with individual temperature and time controls. The dual zone configuration lets you cook two foods at once that need different settings. A great choice for larger households and simple meal multitasking.

Commercial air fryers are enhanced for high-volume cooking with extra power, bigger capacity and durability. Great for busy restaurants, these pro models offer industrial-style stainless steel construction and dishwasher-safe parts. More expensive but a smart investment for frequent deep frying needs.