The hot air fryer is equipped with a digital control panel with touch keys and an LCD screen which makes it easy to use. Simply press the touch controls, key in the temperature requirements for your chosen dish and you’re ready to go for either basket in the Air Fryer’s main cabinet. The temperature and remaining cooking time are easy to read on the display. In addition there is a pre-heat function with a default setting of 200°C with a pre-heat time of 15 minutes. The hot air fryer switches itself off when the set frying time has elapsed. You will then hear a signal, which you can set with the timer. The air fryer also stops automatically when you open it. The 6 pre-set cooking programs provide you with one-touch controls for added convenience. Every air fryer in this buying guide has either been tested at home, or at our test facility by one of Ideal Home's reviewers for a number of weeks so that we can adhere to our testing protocol, and reliably tell you what's good and not so good about these products. Can it be repaired independently? If the warranty on your appliance has expired, find out whether any independent appliance repairs services will fix it for you. Research recommended and trusted traders in your area, and they may be able to come out and take a look for you. Whether you want to upgrade to a newer model, or your air-fryer has reached the end of its life, knowing how and where to dispose of your appliance is important to avoid creating more e-waste. Part of what helps air fryers achieve such great results is a chemical reaction known as the Maillard reaction. This is the process by which food takes on a “browned”, roasted flavour, and can be achieved using high heat and very little oil.

Alternatively, if you already have an idea of what you’re looking for, our at a glance list takes you straight through to buying some of our favourites.Pre-set programs named after the food you're cooking, such as frozen chips or cake mean that you won't need to figure out the best temperature and cooking time. You simply push the button and wait until the timer on the panel indicates your food has finished cooking. Two baskets allow simultaneous preparation of two foods with different cooking requirements. Prepare fries in one tray, and vegetables or meat in the other, with both ready to serve at the same time. You can mix and set the cooking programs with different times and temperatures, which are ready at the same set time thanks to the SYNC function.

On the whole, if you have a specific reason that means the flexibility to split it into two zones would suit your needs better than other air fryers, then it’ll get the job done. But you’ll just have to accept some of its quirks along the way. Given their higher price point, some extra functionality beyond the norm is to be expected with dual fryers. This can include additional settings for roasting, dehydrating and grilling, or special features such as the Ninja Foodi Dual Zone’s Max Crisp setting or the Tefal Genius XL 2in1’s self-stirring paddle, both of which we’ll discuss in more detail below. Can you cook whole meals in a dual air fryer? Pre-set programs aren’t exclusive to dual air fryers, but dual fryers often come with more pre-set cooking modes than single fryers do. You'll find them on the main control panel, often with a separate button for each mode. Other notable features of the Dual Zone include modes for baking, roasting and dehydrating, though its standout ability in our opinion is its Max Crisp function. Designed to cook thinner, frozen foods, the Max Crisp function works well on items such as onion rings, skinny fries and nuggets, cooking them to a brilliant level of crispiness in a much shorter amount of time than most standard ovens. Ultimately, if you’re looking for a versatile air fryer that is decidedly mid-range in price, this is the best option we’ve come across.We found several other reasons to buy this excellent air fryer during our review process. Our expert reviewer Helen mastered everything from a leg of lamb to a toastie during tests, with a perfect cook every time. And seeing as this is a Ninja air fryer, it goes without saying that it’s simple to use, with well-thought-out settings and controls. The flexibility to use it in either single or dual zone mode immediately solves the dilemma of whether to buy a single or double drawer air fryer and gives you the best of both worlds. With a duo basket design, this 7.4L fryer has two 3.7L independent frying trays, ideal for cooking different foods or double portions Our full Russell Hobbs Satisfry Snappi Dual Basket Air Fryer review has the full details. How we tested the best dual zone air fryers