Have you decided to buy an air fryer , but you're not sure what to look for when making your purchase decision?
We want to make the purchasing decision more convenient and assist you in finding the best possible air fryer for you.
1. Capacity - size matters :-)
The first and most important decision you have to make is the capacity of the air fryer. Your needs will depend on how many people you plan to cook for.
From this, you can conclude that an XXL cooking chamber is only needed for a family. However, even for just two people or a single household, we strongly recommend an XXL air fryer, as a larger cooking chamber allows for better air circulation, resulting in crispier results. A capacity of at least 4.5 liters is ideal.
2. Wattage - More power is better
Besides size, the wattage is extremely important for an air fryer. Lower wattage means less power, meaning poorer frying results. We recommend a power output of at least 1800W , or even better, 2000W , for best results when frying without oil.
3 . Hot air technology
Modern hot-air technology is just as important as wattage. This plays a crucial role in heat distribution. It must be even and fill the entire appliance. We recommend a device with Hot-Air Twist technology, which circulates hot air at a speed of at least 70 km/h. A temperature range of up to 200 degrees Celsius should be covered.
4. Manual Operation & Automatic Cooking Programs
To ensure you have the greatest possible freedom to experiment and cook recipes for your air fryer, make sure that both are possible: manually setting the temperature and time, as well as choosing automatic programs where the time and temperature are preset. In addition to manually setting the temperature, automatic cooking programs are highly recommended as they make everyday life easier. Automatic programs are therefore a wonderful additional feature, but relying solely on them will somewhat limit your cooking skills.
5. PFOA-free coating
What exactly is PFOA? Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA for short) is a fully fluorinated (perfluorinated) carboxylic acid that belongs to the per- and polyfluorinated alkyl compounds (PFAS). It has oil- and water-repellent (amphiphobic) properties and thus acts as a surfactant. PFOA is harmful to health, and therefore, pan coatings containing PFOA are not recommended. This substance dissolves from the pan over time, gets into the food, and thus enters your body. This chemical can cause immense damage to our health. Therefore, it is essential to buy a healthy air fryer with a PFOA-free coating .
6. Easy cleaning & splash protection
To keep this as simple as possible, you should make sure that as many components of the air fryer as possible are removable and dishwasher-safe. This way, you can easily put it in the dishwasher after use, eliminating the hassle of manual cleaning.
It's also crucial that the air fryer's heating element has a splash guard, as using a hot air fryer becomes a real nuisance. Some manufacturers, such as the Philips Airfryer, sell a splash guard as an additional accessory, but there are also hot air fryers that have one built in in this way.
7. Overheating protection - safety is a must
Overheating protection is important for your safety and essential in households with children. Especially with very inexpensive air fryers, you should definitely make sure they have overheating protection. We also recommend air fryers with a "cool touch" design, meaning they don't get hot on the outside. A small safety feature that shouldn't be underestimated is the non-slip rubber feet, which ensure the air fryer always stands firmly.
8. Automatic switch-off
Equally important is an automatic switch-off function that ensures that the air fryer switches itself off and you do not have to turn it off yourself after the acoustic signal sounds.
9. Integrated air filter
The big advantage of a hot air fryer over regular fryers is that they are virtually odorless, meaning you don't have that unpleasant frying smell in your breath. Another important feature is that the air fryer has an integrated air filter.
10. Timer function with signal tone
Most air fryers have a timer function. But there are exceptions. Pay attention to this when purchasing your air fryer, as this feature is extremely useful. It allows you to set exactly how long the cooking process should take. The adjustable time varies from appliance to appliance. Some offer as little as 30 minutes, while others offer 60 minutes or more. The right length for you depends on the size of the portions you want to prepare in the air fryer. A beep will reliably let you know when your food is ready.
One last tip: Space requirements of the air fryer
The last thing you should consider is the space you need to set up the deep fryer. If you plan to use the appliance frequently, it's obviously a good idea to give it a dedicated spot in your kitchen. Therefore, we recommend taking a quick measurement in your kitchen to see how large the air fryer can be! This is where a sleek design makes sense. This is also possible with an XXL cooking space, as the NUTRI-FRYER clearly demonstrates.
As you can see, an air fryer can be a tremendous asset to any household. Whether it's a single household or a family, an air fryer can be used in any kitchen. The "frying" method (it's not really deep-frying) in an air fryer is low in fat and healthy, while preserving the natural flavor and color of the food.
Our recommendation:
NUTRI-FRYER stainless steel hot air fryer XXL
Read more: If you want to know more about hot air fryers, we recommend our article:
What is an air fryer? What do you need it for?
Recommended test sites for air fryers:
https://friteusen-profi.de/testberichte
https://www.der-heissluftfritteuse-test.de
https://www.friteuseohnefett-vergleich-test.de
https://www.heissluftfritteuse-testsieger.de
https://www.heissluftfriteuse-test.eu
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