The Ultimate Air Fryer Guide: 2023 Edition | Gear Heads

[@johnlcq]

I was told getting older would be boring but this really gets me going

[@FightinRooster]

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[@nickwelsh]

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[@homestead.smallholding]

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[@MrBigR928]

Nice🤣👍🏿

[@seascape185]

Oh it’s awesome now we have time to research everyr😂

[@bdfloresa]

Everything I've cooked in this unit has come out great kzbin.infoUgkxD4Qeo-HRLxMfom_PDinM_SBfes00qJsB ! Everything tastes so good. Some of the recipes I've changed a little to improve the taste. For instance, for french fries which call for no oil, I spray them with olive oil and season them with salt and pepper. They come out great! It makes the best toast I have ever eaten. The recipe I use calls for lightly buttering both sides of the bread. It calls for cooking at 400 degrees for 5 minutes on one side and then 2 minutes on the other side. This time has a lot to do with the kind of bread you are using...so keep an eye on it. Also, the fans in this Ninja are a lot stronger than other air fryers. So lay a metal spoon or something on the bread to keep it from flying around. It's a little extra work to use your Ninja as a toaster but it is worth it!

[@metzidis]

These two are my favorite food reviewers . I love how they are very well informed and concise. They focus on the important aspects of cooking to improve utility and convenience for cook. They are fantastic

[@50andCountingcom]

On your recommendation, I purchased an Instant pot air fryer. Best purchase I’ve made in a while! Easy to use, easy to clean, does a great job. Thank you!!!

[@TheGreatFury]

Same here. Great purchase and great machine! 😁

[@vanillascooplinda8849]

Same! I’ve used a few others (borrowed), but the Instant is amazing.

[@S1L3NTG4M3R]

I did too. It's awesome:)

[@kristenbudgets]

In the market for a new one! It is loud when in use?

[@JES8SHRNDZzz]

What’s the name?

[@beastleviath9356]

I was going to get the instant model you recommended, but they had a sale for 30% off $150 or more! So I ended up getting the upgraded model with lighted window for about the same price

[@carmendeolden1889]

Where

[@danjennings5068]

I saw the window model but I was concerned about the cleaning the window, since the plus is all teflon and super easy to clean.

[@wandac396]

@@sw6559 I have no problems with plastic smells. Have you actually witnessed this or going by people claiming on the internet?

[@johnzealand9397]

@@sw6559 Plastic smells burns off very quickly.

[@blahblahblah1234blah]

LOVE my lighted window. I've had mine for over a year and it's still just as perfect as it was when I first got it. Enjoy!

[@rainsoakedpuppy]

One thing that I love about America's Test Kitchen is that they really do stand by their recommendations. You will very often see recommended products being used in videos long after they attained that status. Case in point: The sponge Hannah used to demonstrate cleaning an air fryer heating element is an O-Cedar Scrunge, ATK's top pick for kitchen sponges.

[@smalltownhomesteadAC]

Ive gone with many of their recommendations, after having issues with products and they are spot on everytime!

[@stevethea5250]

What about scrub daddy??

[@toukun4163]

Truee I actually just watched that vid, it's refreshing and validates their choices a lot more!

[@deeeeeeeench1209]

They don't happen to sell them on their store do they 😅😅🤣

[@jeffghant4760]

They review sponges?? I guess they review dish soap as well😅

[@stacyroberds1421]

You guys are the best! Never steered me wrong yet! This summer i purchased the Instant Air Fryer and it has been revolutionary. First off, I don’t have AC so in the summer it was amazing to be able to cook so many things without heating up the house. So fast to heat up frozen rolls without waiting for the big oven to get to temperature. Best grill cheese sandwiches I have ever made. No burning. I actually did not bother using my propane grill because the temp was so controlled the summer hamburgers were perfect every time without needing to run outside checking only to find I crisped them too much. I was so impressed I have since bought three more of these units for family members and everyone is as pleased as I have been. Thanks for the new extra tips.

[@no_peace]

They're amazing if you need to keep the temp down. You don't have to preheat and the fryer turns off on its own, too. They're a miracle especially if you're AuDHD like me or my sister. She kept leaving the stove on at like 450°f for 24+ hours and I just wouldn't bake anything at all because it took too long to heat up

[@no_peace]

I got a ninja foodi oven and bake all kinds of stuff in it, muffins, biscuits, cookies, tons of pizzas. Plus we use it for typical air fryer stuff like fries and vegan chicken all the time

[@tinajackson7688]

Hi, great segment. One suggestion about digital controls…I have a blind friend who likes to cook but helping her shop for appliances that have controls she can operate is frustrating. We apply labels when we can, but analog controls make her life a lot easier. If you could keep her needs in your criteria list as an option, it would be so appreciated.

[@lizgander9172]

Try voice activated through Alexa. It’s what the blind rehabs issue. Cosori Pro 3.

[@tinajackson7688]

@@lizgander9172 Thank you. My friend uses voice activated instructions/controls where she can. HOWEVER, all the instructions available via phone and Alexa apps don't help if the appliances have only visual (ie., digital) controls. She gets around town (ordering rideshare), reads her mail (paper as well as electronic) and for many years has taught visually impaired how to navigate efficiently in their lives. All that being said, if she buys a new appliance, the are a big issue and not all have voice activated through Alexa or iPhone. It's time America's Test Kitchen thinks a bit more broadly when they're doing their tests.

[@gilashroot8697]

It would be super helpful to have an audio option seeing as it is digital. I think audio should be a standard option in most appliances seeing most are digital. A lot of people are hard of hearing and hearing often "decrease" with age (trying to be sensitive 😊).

[@danjennings5068]

I got a Vortex Plus and did their suggested "burn in" process but still for the first week and a half or so of use it stank up the house with hot plastic smell. Porous foods like tater tots and fries even got the hot plastic taste. Lots of other people online complained of the same issue, and some even had their machines replaced with mixed results. Mine has finally cleared up, but I was very close to returning it.

[@quix66hiya22]

Me too. Sent the first Instant Omni Oven back, plus it arrived cosmetically marred. Now the second still smells after running dry on the patio for 2 hours. I’ll keep at. Not trying it in my kitchen yet.

[@danjennings5068]

@@quix66hiya22 I'd say I was probably 4 hours total cooking time by the time it cleared up on my plus

[@proudbacteria1373]

There are air fryers which don't give strong smell even from first uses. But yeah I've read many negative comments about smell of Instant pot.

[@okwrite7120]

Yep it was nasty. I went through a couple of cooking cycles and still stank. Then I saw someone say that you should use lemon juice and water. I ran that a couple of times which seemed to get rid of the smell.

[@leeboriack8054]

Is the plastic smell off gassing potentially toxic fumes into the food and air?

[@monie2514]

Non-stick coating never it's not safe you have those forever chemicals miss me with it it have to be stainless steel in place of the nonstick portion of the air fryer other than that I would love it 🥰🧐⚠️☢️☣️⚕️🤪🙆🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

[@coal.sparks]

Wish I'd watched your original review before I bought the Cuisinart (I forget the name but it looks like an industrial version of an EZ Bake Oven, which made me happy). That thing is a PITA to clean! Especially when you have teenagers who like to cook but occasionally aren't so good with the cleanup. I think I'll send it off with them when they move out and buy myself one of these.

[@quix66hiya22]

Me too. Brand new, unused Instant Omni Plus oven but too late now as I’ve done the test. 😢 And it still smells like plastic.

[@jbridges9574]

Me three! I bought the Instant Vortex with the rotisserie. Epic fail! It died so I was able to replace it with the one recommended here and I ❤it.

[@realpdm]

I've had my vortex plus for a few months and love it. Thanks for sharing how to clean around the heating element. Mine has started to get some build up there and the manual doesn't mention it. The basket is so incredibly easy to clean in this model, only ever takes me like just a minute or two to clean.

[@nischitabiradar4240]

Did you face the plastic smell?

[@VoxUrania]

❤ I bought your recommended Instant pot model last year and love it. A big benefit is that my kids are learning to cook because of it. The intuitive controls and safety features are key. Easy cleaning is also a bonus. Great advice. Thanks.

[@lucretius8050]

Airfryer is great for making onsen eggs, set a low temperature 80 degrees celsius and then 17-20 mins and you have eggs that you can keep for later. You can always adjust the temps and timings to your own liking, no messing with hot and cold water baths and less variables with more eggs.

[@grubgun]

I live by myself, and since I got an Air Fryer a few months ago, I have not used my oven once. I used your last ATK video as a guide and got the one that was best for me. Sure, it takes up a lot of counter real estate, but to be able to fire everything in the basket and only have to shake it once is a game changer. I really haven't used any recipes, as I just adapted what works in an oven, to my air fryer. Also, the whole "pre-heat" thing is pointless. I found it makes no difference at all. Thanks to everyone at ATK for constantly doing the dirty work so we don't have to!🧡🧡🧡

[@callienord100]

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[@ellieb3930]

Which one did you get?

[@grubgun]

@@ellieb3930 I got the Cosori Pro 2. It's a nice size for me and works great.

[@lizgander9172]

Just fyi, the smart technology that works with Alexa is great for visually impaired people. The Cosori Pro 3 is issued to blind veterans through blind rehab. It’s the air fryer of choice for the rehabs. Not dangerous hot oils to deal with and programmable by voice.

[@DynaLowrider]

After about 7yrs, and well over 1000 meals - and probably just as many snacks, my GoWise USA air fryer (I named it R2Dfood) died last night. It wasn't the fault of the unit, either. My son was using R2 during a nasty thunderstorm in the area - there was a power blip (pretty sure it was Force lightning) and R2Dfood was killed. We will hold services tonight but in the meantime I am here researching a suitable replacement. It will not be easy to replace my reliable R2 unit but I am glad ATK is always here to help.

[@jeanvignes]

I have the winner, from the makers of Instant Pot, and I love it. 5 slices of thick-cut bacon at 350 degrees F for 9 minutes is perfectly crisp and the extra grease is contained underneath the basket grating. No need to pre-heat or turn the bacon. Just put it in cold and go. Easy clean up, too.

[@lobo7351]

Been learning about & wanting an AF for several years. Made the plunge and got the $50. Gourmia 8 Qt, 1700 watts, Costco model. It appears to be similar to the Instant brand, and has a window in the drawer (9.5”X9.5”).Have used it a dozen times and find it lives up to the reps all AF users rave about. Not Going Back! I really like using it, and perfect results. Thanks, ATK, for helping me learn how to choose & use this great kitchen appliance. 🍴

[@DonnieReno]

My choice was the Cosori Dual Blaze. It’s perfect for 2 of us 👍🏼

[@Wendyrocler]

I totally agree with your choice! I have owned three other models of air fryers and the Cosori Dual Blaze is the best! No more turning food over halfway through the cooking time and it reheats food like a charm. I have two silicone ridged bottom pans that I use so clean up is even easier. I waited until the price dropped by $60.00 during Black Friday sales on Amazon.

[@rubynugent2131]

What about dual baskets?

[@janetking4273]

I watched a LOT of you tube videos about air fryers to help me decide what brand was best. In the end, I decided why do I really need one. Messy and takes up real estate in the kitchen. But this video has set me back on the trail. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@rickruiz22]

What about non toxic Teflon models?

[@lynlalalala]

I don't use the liners in my Instant Vortex Plus 6 quart.... clean up is so quick and easy; I believe that hand washing the unit is quicker and cheaper than using liners.

[@robmik83]

Adding sugar will not only increase the browning, but also your circumference.

[@viodore6565]

I got a ninja multicooker. It is affordable and does literally everything (air fryer, pressure cooker, rice cooker, frying pan) and it really does everything well. It is a great tool for small kitchens.

[@JohnLaudun]

Here’s a question to which I could use an answer: if we have an oven with a convection feature, can we use that instead of an air fryer? Maybe a video highlighting how best to use convection for a variety of foods, including “fried” foods, would be useful for people like me? (I have watched a number of videos from British cooks and bakers, and they regularly offer oven settings in both regular and, as they call it, “fan” mode.)

[@laurameakin]

Hi I’m from Scotland our ovens can be confusing. We have 3 kinds gas that will use gas mark for setting temps then traditional convection ovens with no fan they will need to heat up to a higher temp to cook food as there’s no fan to circulate the heat. So generally a 210°c on convection can be adjusted down to 190° for fan oven without any noticeable difference to colour of food when done. Ovens with fans are more standard now. But all our pre packed food has instructions for ovens with or without fans. If it’s say frozen pizza 190°c is fine for fan oven any hotter it will be cremated.

[@laurameakin]

I should’ve also said worst thing about any oven is waiting for it to heat up. Sure you can cook a greater amount of food but u may have to rotate trays if doing 2 or 3 trays of food to ensure even cooking. My oven is barely on since buying an air fryer.

[@JohnLaudun]

@@laurameakin We are fortunate to have moved into a house that has two in-wall electric ovens, one larger and one smaller. It's a somewhat older unit - that is, if the control board ever finally goes it's not replace-able - but both ovens heat up quickly enough for us. So, we're interested in any/all convection oven-air fryer crossover recipes /cooking methods.

[@kimhelms3669]

If you don’t have the manuals for your ovens, try to find a copy on line. The manual will answer a lot of your questions about the best way to use the convection mode.

[@mysoneffects]

Love the gear heads series. I'd like to see how air fryers that are combined with other appliances (microwave, oven, etc.) stack up against the standalone products. Something like the Blackstone griddle with air fryer combo. I'd imagine they're probably not as good, but it'd still be a helpful comparison.

[@libybet]

Agree! ATK, please do a toaster/air fryer combo review!

[@federicoraffa801]

I really like air fryiers, but my insigba gives a smell even with no food in it. I have to give it away.

[@BruceKarrde]

Even as a man, I often wonder who designed these things. Especially when it comes to features like the "smart feature". Imagine this: Guy looking at his phone to open the app to check the progress of the cooking. All while egg timers exist :D

[@lisascally7061]

We just got the Instant at the holiday sales at a decent price. We had a 2.6 quart for years which worked fine for what we used it for but I wanted to expand. Plus the other one was hard to get clean. Once I got the smell to go away I loved it. I wish I’d seen this video about the liners before I bought a ton lol.

[@EnchantedwithPoodles]

Your Gear Heads segments are my absolute favorite on ATK!

[@lisamcmanus6656]

Thank you!

[@jtsholtod.79]

If someone comes out with a good rice cooking, air frying pizza oven, I'm in. Until then, although it looks great, I just don't have the cupboard or counter space for yet another appliance.

[@rileywebb4178]

Do you not already have a toaster oven? If so, a counter top air-fryer and toaster oven is great. The Ninja flip 9-in-1 goes up to 450F which is okay for pizza but you would have to find a smaller pizza steel/stone to fit. As for cooking rice, just cook it in a pot, steamer, or pressure cooker...

[@MiguelGonzalez-vz6qi]

Yeah dude, learn to cook rice well.

[@jtsholtod.79]

I think some people are missing the joke here. Pressure/rice cookers, air fryers and pizza ovens are all the rage. So I made a joke about combining them because very few people have the space for all of them. I am perfectly capable of making things in other appliances which I do have (oven with a stone for pizza, zojirushi for rice).

[@Neoprototype]

@@jtsholtod.79 When you have to explain your lame joke, you've lost. Just take the L and delete your message.

[@saladsalad9991]

@@jtsholtod.79 people have been making rice in an ordinary pot for tens of thousand of years… a rice cooker is an unnecessary device, maybe if you learned how to cook it in an ordinary pot like the rest of civilization then you’d have the counter space for an air fryer

[@LowsJuan]

I enjoy ATK and it has been a huge influence I cook. Instead of telling you in a recipe "cook it til it is done". What the !!! useless! ATK will tell you a time or a method which is great for a beginner. Those features that she mentions in on an air fryer about the timer, I have on mine and I would never buy any unit without it. She was right on. I for the most part have used their recommendation list a a bible as what to buy and for the most are perfect except things with power cords. I disagree with her cleaning statement Air fryers are a real pain to clean and often I find it takes a way to long to clean. I bought an gowize air fryer that died 4 months later no warranty SOL. Not a big fan. I bought a. Breville espresso machine, choked after 15 mths. That was an expensive mistake, out of warranty. They said for $500 and shipping they would fix it. Until the next time it breaks for the same reason and I can spend the same amount again. I chucked it. I went back to the old rancilio which lasted me 20 years.

[@0cool966]

is there any with stainless steel basket? I don't like cooking with teflon or other coating.

[@karenwagner6880]

I paid about $40 for my Gourmia - huge noon-stick basket, easy controls, full functions including dehydrate. Best Buy ever!!

[@TheWoodStroker]

I have the Instant air fryer. I like it a lot. Marinated chicken thighs, 395 degrees for about 24 minutes. That tastes really great, and those thighs are cooked to perfection.

[@highlanderes]

I love to put our philips airfryer basket in the washer, the whole thing. Been doing it for many years. It will discolour slightly over time. Also cook with it placed on our cook top, so smoke is sucked out directly with the ventilation.

[@sunkissed64g]

After checking KZbin for help deciding which one to buy, all the information and consideration has my head spinning. Since you've been at the air fryer game for years and have tried so many of them I was wondering which one you would buy out of the three air fryers I've narrowed my choices down to: 1. 0:26 Philips Essential Air Fryer XL 6.2qt model HD9270/91, 2. Instant Pot Vortex Plus 6qt Air Fryer model # 140-3088-01, or Cosori Pro II 5.8qt Air Fryer model #CP358-AF? Your videos are so relatable and easy to understand that I thought you'd be able to steer me in the right direction. Thanks

[@berryfreezepop]

I would be super interested in your top air fryer that doesn’t have a non-stick coating. Please consider letting us know!! Thanks so much for all your research! ❤

[@hannahcrowley2030]

Great Q. We have yet to find an air fryer without nonstick, except for the toaster oven versions. The Breville Air Fryer Toaster Oven is our top pick!

[@talbotcolleen]

Excellent information. I have been using an air fryer ever since they first came out and I learned something new. One question I have wondered for years and which you never addressed is this... Should you preheat your air fryer... I have always preheat for 5 minutes but wondered if it is really necessary. Also, I would have appreciated hearing how much of a cost saving on electricity using this appliance rather than a conventional oven really is.

[@DenaliDad]

I am a huge Instant fan. My very, very small is filled with them (including those that are set on the storage shelving unit over there), including one Instand air fryer. The problem I have with most of the videos, including this one, is that the device is very much NOT designed for a one-person family. I don't eat much, so having a 6-quart device is not suitable. Almost nobody addresses the 'mini' variety. I have the Instant Vortex Mini. I have not found recipes or even optional cookware designed for that very small device. I wish and hope that would change.

[@xichen7053]

Cosori 5.8qt has all the good things as the instant pot, and more. It’s basket can be lifted, especially useful when pouring out food without having the extra oil at the bottom.

[@KoreyThatcher]

Have you found any good dual basket fryers? I’d like to be able to cook 2 things at once.

[@barryschwarz]

I've been looking all over the net for tips on using racks in air fryers, particularly non stick air fryers. I've got an air fryer recently and want to add a level to it, but the racks are all metal, and the air fryer is non-stick. I wondered if getting a silicone mat would be a good idea to prevent the metal feet of the rack chipping the non-stick coating of the bottom grille. nothing about this on the net, even though they are a very common accessory, and can double the size of your cooking.

[@gladtidings4all]

I make my own granola in nonstick skillet on the stove top no burn

[@lasaldude]

I was pretty anti-Air fryer for a while unto Mike from Pro home cooks finally convinced me. Everything he was cooking was a single guy like me ate. I ended up getting the Cosori Double burner model. I use it all the time now.

[@Wendyrocler]

Great choice! 👍🏻

[@gilashroot8697]

If my Mother had not bought it and dumped it on me, I would have been in your camp. It was love at first bight 😊. I am grateful to my Mother because I would have missed out so much. It can be overwhelming choosing though, so thanks for the recommendations.

[@Rouge_7]

If I'm cooking something extremely greasy (see bacon-wrapped hot dogs) I use pre-cut aluminum sheets, the kind that takeout places wrap food in (see burritos). It doesn't hinder the crispiness of the food because I make sure that I flip each one 1/2 way thru. Quick containment of the mess and easy clean-up, toss the foil in the trash. And it makes cleaning the drawer quick and easy.

[@ruthtorphy2204]

Can you tell us where you bought this foil🙏

[@sandyv2195]

​@@ruthtorphy2204 Restaurant supply stores that sell to the public typically have it.

[@sheilam1130]

Thank you for all the info especially the safety of the nonstick surface

[@aemmerich]

One thing I really enjoy about our Vortex that wasn't mentioned here is the dehydrator function. Dehydrated pineapple chunks from the freezer are like candy. Steep dehydrated citrus and peppers in some cheap tequila for a few days to transform it into a delicious sweet, tart, spicy sipping liquor.

[@no_peace]

I have a ninja oven-style one but a year or two ago I had that model and gave it to my then boyfriend, which I'm mad about now

[@jkhsdjkhfjkhh3]

Get's an air fryer, uses it for drinking...

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

How do you clean them? Don’t you get all kinds of grease on the top where the burner is?

[@slr4172]

I am not so sure that non-stick is safe at any degree. Hopefully eventually there will be be a non-teflon pull-out drawer style air fryer. The oven style are a pain to clean.

[@zenster1097]

This is what i want.

[@vmr6771]

You gals are doing great in your presentations. Something Consumer Reports should've done.

[@censusgary]

Fryers do not need to be connected to the Internet, or to my phone. That’s an example of overdesign.

[@jakethomas2478]

Is there an air fryer without a non-stick coating that you would recommend?

[@mrkattm]

On your recommendation we purchased the recommend air fryer last year. So far no real complaints , it works welll but we recently got an oven with an air fryer options and to be honest it works way better. You don't have to pre heat, you can set the temp higher than 400 and you can do way bigger batches. The down side is that it is a $5,000.00 oven.

[@TheOriginalLexa]

I adore my Instant brand air fryer!mi wouldn’t give it up for anything!

[@IntegraDIY]

A buddy of mine gave me his old air fryer because he just got a bigger one. Used an air fryer for the first time the other night and it’s excellent. I’m always warming up small portions of food and muffins, biscuits and bread, and this made things so much easier. It sucks I haven’t thought about buying one in the past. And I like how even the best ones, are super inexpensive.. I would’ve thought these would be 300$ or more for the best top rated one but these are extremely affordable.

[@LisaBromfieldInspires]

Other testers said the first few times the vortex has a horrible smell

[@pz4971]

I've had a Cosori AF for years & absolutely love it! It's basically replaced my oven & microwave. Funnily, earlier this week, I was wondering if you could add water in the base for moisture/steam & you answered that - thank you!

[@Jax3cats]

I love my Cosori, too! I put water in mine to steam clean it every so often. I’ve heard you’re not supposed to but I do it anyway, LOL.

[@julianehunt5623]

I’ve heard that these non stick air fryers can be toxic due to the canon stick coating. Is there any concern about this? I remember the Teflon warnings. Thank you.

[@sonogirl12345]

I got the vortex one and I cannot get rid of the smell after all the tips an tricks. Very disappointed

[@julianehunt5623]

What kind of smell?

[@dsr8223]

On your recommendation, I bought the InstaPot air fryer at Christmas and absolutely love love love it. I've used it at least once a day, often twice a day, every single day since I got it. Honestly, I wish I had two of them -- but I don't want that much stuff on my counters. OTOH, I gave my regular InstaPot pressure cooker away. I just never found it that useful.

[@david_reynolds3660]

This has been the best episode in a long time! Love seeing used to work together!

[@terrywickham781]

I clean the inside and out of ours everytime I use it.

[@John-wx2ce]

If you have a convection oven, is there an advantage to having an air fryer?

[@ahmadmorrow2749]

What size liner fits the vortex plus 6 quart?

[@cathygallivan8553]

I was surprised to see you using PAM spray in your air fryer. I've been told by many sources that it will damage the nonstick interior of an air fryer. Before I heard that, I was using it and the nonstick coating in my air fryer is definitely coming off.

[@baluvideo]

Exactly. Don't use aerosols on non stick. There are spray bottles that you can fill with the oil of your choice and won't harm the equipment.

[@HyperactiveNeuron]

Never heard that and have been using air fryers for years with no such problems. Sounds like a manufactured issue to discourage people from using spray can oils

[@emfb25]

I had the problem with the nonstick coating when I had the Instant Vortex. Loved the machine but the coating came off pretty quickly. I was always gentle when I washed it (soft wash rag and dish soap) so I didn’t understand why the coating was coming off, until I read about the PAM spray thing. I bought a different air fryer (still prefer the Vortex) and haven’t used PAM in it once. Coating is still holding up over a year later. I would love to see ATK test this theory or at least address it.

[@BeamerTime354]

I use Kalamata olive oil in a sprayer for my air fryer

[@suesimpson7625]

I have a dual blaze Cosori, nice size for roasting a chicken and no need to preheat or stop and shake half way through as there are two elements…..love this machine!

[@mddell58]

YES! I have had the Insta Pot for almost 2 years. I love it. Big drawer! Very easy to use, too. I use the re-heat function alot.

[@plaitedlight]

The recommended InstantPot Air Fryer looks like a re-branded Gourmia. I've had a Gourmia 7qrt air fryer for several years and it's great in all the ways mentioned here. Costco has the current model 7 quart Gourmia available for about $60.

[@lukerinderknecht2982]

It's similar in shape but different from the Gourmia

[@leeh9520]

Toaster oven combo air fryers are made of stainless steel Healthy non toxic. Air fryers have Teflon coating which is bad news

[@Noone-xf9cm]

That’s ignorant to facts and science. Also those toaster ovens ones suck in practice. Harder to clean, worse product.

[@Kurtiscott]

We got your recommended Instant Pot air fryer in 2022 and we could never get rid of the heinous chemical stench the thing filled our house with whenever we used it. We tried everything including setting it on high outside in order to “cook off” the stank this thing regularly produced. We finally (and gleefully) tossed it in the garbage.

[@fredfrond6148]

I have an instant pot air fryer. It is a work horse that has not broken down after years of use and often some stretches daily use.

[@tman9517]

We purchased the Instapot model a few months ago. It does do a great job just as the review states. A few weeks ago though as I was dumping out a basket of fries. The entire bottom “removable” piece came out with the fries. It landed on the top of my hand and burned it pretty good. There were fry crumbs EVERYWHERE. I thought maybe we had we had inserted it the wrong way since there are arrows on the panel. Now it falls out every single time we use it. The piece either warped or the rubber stoppers shrank. It is not a good design.

[@jeffghant4760]

11:51 Hers fell out as well. Maybe it's designed that way?

[@raycreveling1583]

FYI you can buy replacement rubber feet. Mine wore out after a year.

[@mddell58]

I refuse to use any type PAM. The chemicals they use WILL DAMAGE the non-stick lining. So, please BEWARE! 🛑

[@jeffghant4760]

These are basically toaster ovens that are easier to clean.

[@davidharley1070]

I thought that you shouldn’t use canned cooking sprays on an air fryer because the the aerosols can harm the non stick surface. As a result I use an oil non aerosol hand pump

[@hannahcrowley2030]

Hey David! Great question. I went back and talked to our cookbook team and they said they use cooking spray sparingly in our recipes when the items have a high potential for sticking (breaded things, delicate things, sugary things). He said they haven't seen any damage to the machines--that said you are right! Most machines do not recommend this (including our winner). The lecithin in the nonstick spray can bond to the nonstick surface and create an invisible layer that makes the nonstick surface sticky going forward. This is also why we say to never use nonstick on a nonstick surface. In sum, you're right! It's fine sparingly but not as a regular practice.

[@Succubusisis]

The vortex is great. I'd actually like more recipes to be tested with air friers in mind. I'm looking at the fried calamari recipe that came out a few months ago!

[@MapleSimmer]

I held off on getting an air fryer for a long time, but ended up with the Cosori Dual Blaze, which I love. If it gets particularly dirty, I add some water to the basket and turn the air fryer on for two minutes, dump the hot water and then wash it with soap and water. Though if it's greasy, like when I make bacon, I first wipe the basket out with paper towel (usually the one I used to pat the fat off the bacon). It makes clean up a breeze.

[@emosidios]

How is it I want to get it but I don't wanna end up being 1 with a burnt apartment cosori recall

[@foma42]

Thanks so much for the info! I bought the Vortex Plus on y'all's recommendation from last year and could not be more pleased with it. Glad to see it's still y'all's pick. Best!

[@AutumnWytch999]

I have been resistant to air fryers, but as a singleton, I am looking more and more for appliances that can cook smaller meals. I have no use for a big oven and want something that cooks meals of no more than two servings. After watching this, I feel like an air fryer might be in my near future. Thanks for the tips, Ladies!

[@doggodoggo3000]

They shade on the oven style air fryers but I really like mine. Its like a big toaster oven that airfries and even has a dehydrator function. It has a way larger capacity I can cook multiple things at once. A pod style air fryer might be cool to have for cooking messier stuff but if I could only choose one id keep the large oven style.

[@geoffreyleblond]

I was expecting more comparisons between other air friers. I'm also surprised there was no mention of dual basket versions. We have a Ninja Foodi 2-basket version and being able to cook 2 different foods at once is key. That being said it's obviously smaller so best for meals for two.

[@heatherens4836]

I'd like more advice on using an oven based air fryer. Our new stove has an air fryer option, but we find that the rules are different and there's almost no information out there to help guide us.

[@morganbutler8579]

We got the Instant Vortex you suggested, because you said it would make toast! It toasts four slices of bread or will do bagels. As a result, we got rid of our toaster oven. The Instant Vortex is great. We use it multiple times each day.

[@allanmurphy7474]

You guys are great. I really appreciate and enjoy your honest feedback on all the things you make and devices you use. Cheers to you

[@janemartin229]

Did you test any Cosori models? A lot of KZbinrs love them. One of them has the InstantPot model and she loves it, but I don't like the design--I like the full inner removeable basket style. I want to dump food without the grease or crumblies (or metal tray) coming with it onto my plate.

[@gloriacotten117]

Thanks for these great tips. I would like to see you evaluate full size ovens with the air fryer feature. I recently had to buy a new stove and my new oven has this feature. I am pleased with it so far but I have nothing to compare it to since this is my first air fryer experience.

[@slickstretch6391]

IMHO The difference between granola and trail mix was when you added the chocolate and cherries. That's when it became trail mix.

[@HyperactiveNeuron]

Honestly I would have loved to see some clam-shell air fryers evaluated. I have a Ninja Foodie Grill XL and I love it. The added thermometer that even works for carry over cooking is inspired

[@gladtidings4all]

I own the Breville smart oven air with all the functions. I use a thin disposable aluminum flat tray and I put parchment paper on top put my food to air fry I don’t use the basket, and my food comes out perfect

[@eleventree6668]

wondering if they tested for releasing of Teflon........

[@JM-qi9wv]

Bought my Vortex Plus based on your recommendation and am very happy with it. Thank you. I don't like the fact that the OFF light stays on.

[@Lokahi-fo-life]

I bought the one from Costco on sale for $40. I’m love it. It could be larger, I want to say it’s 9X9, but otherwise is great.

[@smoothsilk47]

How great to watch a much more professional video, with no music & at a slower pace, I am impressed! I just sent my air fryer back as it was reportedly a fire risk, the Costori model CP158.AF, I am looking for it’s replacement!

[@pekow91]

Those paper liners are awesome. Especially for things like chicken thighs. Clean up is a breeze.

[@trulyjupiter]

I got rid of my air fryer and bought an oven with convection and air fry settings. Best thing ever.

[@lisab.3091]

My next oven will have a convection/air fryer feature. I love my Insta Vortex air fryer, but I don't have space for so many single purpose appliances.

[@charlescarter3595]

I love my Ninja Foodi Grill XXL. I find my self shopping for new foods to cook in it all the time.

[@deezeejoey]

Would be nice to see you test full size ranges and ovens that have an air-fry setting. I don't understand why I would need to buy another kitchen gadget if my oven already has this ability.

[@CoreyRegan]

or a vid on shutting off your smoke detectors BEFORE you use the Frigidaire air fryer range, its the in-home smoker you didn't know you needed

[@deezeejoey]

@@CoreyRegan oooph. That's rough. I do not have that issue with my Samsung.

[@bessbowers5533]

I use the oxo good grip non stick wire rack over a large sheet pan lined with foil.. the trick is to load and season off the sheet pan. Shake just a bit to knock of any loose crumbs. Organize tots , fries.. what ever. Then sit rack on sheet pan. It’s the crumbs that smoke up the place. Yes, I have to clean up crumbs . But I am not getting a broom to turn off smoke detector 😊 if I am air frying something saucy.. I add a little water to sheet pan. My Samsung air fryer works great. Just took a min to figure out.

[@jeanvignes]

They are basically just a smaller, easier-to-clean, convection oven that (may) use less power. If you already have a convection oven, you don't really need an air fryer.

[@hannahcrowley2030]

@@jeanvignes jean is on it!!!

[@seriouslyreally5413]

1st time buyers, you'll want the air fryer with the lighted window! And DON'T get the oven-style for all their stated reasons. When shopping, I start with the ATK Amazon link and looked around from there for size and feature upgrades that might work better in my situation. Found the 6qt Instant Vortex (DRAWER) model with the window and lighted interior. Added bonus, they had it on a Prime members sale for $129 ($30 off, it was Christmas time 2021) Window and light makes all the difference! The light is bright enough so you get full illumination of the food for accurate judging color and texture in doness and browning. Also saves from constantly opening and closing the drawer to check it when you are trying something new and unsure of how long to cook it before the next step (such as stirring or turning.) or before its done. We've had it for over a year and surprise!, found it the go-to cooking appliance when cooking for two. Fast cooking, easy cleanup, foods cook crispy, juicy while containing any splatter inside the drawer and not all over the stovetop. Its bigger than the appliances you are used to having on the counter but if you have an L- shaped counter like we do, it fits nicely in that otherwise unused deep corner countertop space, facing out for easy access and pushed back out of the main countertop traffic when not in use.

[@colleenbeamer6403]

Would be interested in knowing your opinion of the Instant Vortex Versazone airfryer.