The 10 best air fryers to level up your kitchen game

If you’re looking for a no-frills air fryer that works well and doesn’t break the bank, you can’t go wrong with the Tefal Easy Fry Classic Fryer. It has hundreds of 5-star reviews and comes in a sleek black colour that will look great in any kitchen, plus, the compact design won’t take up too much bench space.

It has a 1.2kg capacity which is designed for around 3-4 people. It also offers easy cleaning with dishwasher-friendly parts.

Key features:

• 60-minute timer
• Adjustable temperature range 80-200 degrees
• 4 cooking functions
• Auto shut off
• Removable grid plates

Also available at:

• $249 from Amazon
• $189.99 from BIG W

The DoubleStack XXXL is the latest Air Fryer innovation from Ninja, and is an improved version of the popular Dual Zone Air Fryer. The Double Stack still offers two separate cooking zones but saves your counter space by stacking the drawers.

It also comes with an upgraded feature of allowing you to cook four foods at once thanks to the stacked meal rack which you can insert into the drawers. The Air Fryer comes with six cooking functions and a 9.5 litre capacity, and the best part is you can wash it in the dishwasher.

Key features:

• 9.5L capacity
• DualZone Technology for simultaneous cooking
• Doublestack Air frying technology to cook four foods at once
• Smart Finish for synchronised dish completion
• Match Cook to sync settings across both zones
• Six versatile cooking functions

Also available at:

• $449.95 from Ninja Kitchen
• $449 from Bing Lee
• $419 from Amazon

This air fryer is the most powerful and largest air fryer in the Philips range and can even hold a whole chicken. This air fryer has 22 cooking methods, 100 auto-cook programs and access to hundreds of verified recipes through the Nutri-U app. You can also send recipes directly to your air fryer to cook and monitor remotely.

Best yet, it’s easy to clean, with all the parts being dishwasher safe.

Key features:

• NutriU app offers guidance for a wider variety of healthy meals
• Rapid CombiAir Technology cooks food quickly and perfectly
• Wide range of cooking functions for more versatility
• Hot air cooking for healthier meals without the need for oil
• Intuitive display and auto-cook programmes

Also available at:

• $479 from The Good Guys
• $419 from Bing Lee
• $599 from David Jones

With 10 cooking functions, it operates as an oven as well as an air fryer, meaning it can bake, roast, grill and even slow cook. Unlike other air fryers, the Breville Smart Oven has more of a mini-oven look to it with its wire trays and glass front.

The air fryer oven comes with a functional dial and LCD display, element IQ cooking technology to create the ideal cooking environment, and the glass screen and oven light which allows you to keep an eye on your food as it cooks.

Key features:

• Versatile 10-in-1 cooking functions, including air fry, roast, and dehydrate
• Element IQ Technology for precise heat control and even cooking
• Extra-large capacity, perfect for family meals or batch cooking
• Super convection feature for faster, crispier results
• LCD display with easy-to-use controls for seamless operation

Also available at:

• $579 from Breville
• $499 from Harvey Norman
• $499 from Bing Lee

With an average review score of 4.8, this affordable air fryer has proven to be a popular option with Kogan buyers. The air fryer features a decent 9-litre capacity, 12 present cooking programs and multiple cooking functions which include air fry, bake and grill. There is also a handy “keep warm” function if you’ve prepared your food but you aren’t ready to eat it yet.

Key features:

• Spacious 9L cooking capacity
• Automatic shut-off for safety
• Delay start function
• 12-hour timer
• Keep warm function
• 12 preset cooking functions
• Multiple cooking functions

Also available at:

• $120 at Amazon
• $89.99 at Dick Smith

We love the versatility and ease of this all-in-one air fryer. You will be able to bake pizzas up to 12 inches and roast chickens up to 2.8kg with precision cooking control and temperatures up to 230c. Its intuitive touch controls and digital display offer simple operation, while six cooking modes ensure versatility.

You will have a mesh air fry basket, baking pan, wire rack and removable crumb tray to cook everything you need.

Key features:

• 1550-1850 watts with a turbo heat fan
• 6 multifunctional cooking modes: air fry, grill, pizza, bake, convection, warm
• Control knobs and adjustable timer
• Stainless steel design
• Removable crumb tray

Also available at:

• $229 from Bing Lee
• $254.15 from Myer
• $239 from Amazon

With a chic all-black LCD display, this air fryer will take pride of place on your kitchen countertop. Other great features include a two hour keep warm function, an auto shut-off function, non-stick pan, heat shield vent for good air circulation, bonus food divider, grill rack and tongs, and not least, easy to clean with dishwasher-safe components.

Key features:

• 7L capacity with 2000W power for efficient cooking
• Multifunctional with air fry, rotisserie, grill, bake, and dehydrate modes
• 8 preset cooking programs
• 60-minute timer setting
• Adjustable temperature control from 80 to 200°C
• Intuitive touch controls and digital display for easy use

Also available at:

• $109.95 from Kitchen Warehouse
• $107.95 from Myer
• $103.95 from Catch.com.au

With its rapid air technology and 10 preset cooking modes including chips, vegetables, fish, and more, you can prepare family-sized portions with up to 75% less fat than traditional frying with this Russell Hobbs Air Fryer. Its sleek black finish and digital touch controls offer a modern feel and while its 8 litre capacity is spacious its design is quite compact.

The air fryer has temperatures reaching 220°C, non-stick removable parts, and a mid-cycle alert, making cooking a breeze. Better yet, the dishwasher-safe basket and crisping plates ensure easy cleaning.

Key features:

• 8-litre capacity for family-sized portions
• 10 preset cooking modes for versatile meals
• Rapid air technology for healthier, low-oil frying
• Digital touch controls with a sleek black finish
• Dishwasher-safe parts for easy cleaning

Also available at:

• $155.16 from Amazon
• $159.96 from Harris Scarfe
• $199 from BIG W

Prepare healthier meals with the Tefal Fry Delight Air Fryer. This compact appliance uses Tefal’s air pulse technology to circulate hot air, cooking crispy, oil-free foods. It features a fully adjustable thermostat and six pre-set temperature settings for versatile cooking. The removable cooking tray and basket are dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. With an 800-gram capacity, it’s ideal for quickly making favourite meals and desserts for the whole family in just 30 minutes.

Key features:

• Tefal’s air pulse technology for oil-free, crispy cooking
• Fully adjustable thermostat with six pre-set temperature settings
• Removable, dishwasher-safe cooking tray and basket for easy cleaning
• Compact design with an 800-gram capacity
• Cooks meals and desserts in as little as 30 minutes

Also available at:

• $199.50 from Kogan

Enjoy guilt-free fried food with up to 75% less fat compared to traditional frying. The AX Crisp Technology uses 230°C superheated air, cooking food up to 30% faster than the Ninja AF100, delivering crispy results with minimal oil. The XL 5.2L ceramic-coated non-stick basket and crisper plate hold 1.4 kilograms of chips or chicken wings. With multiple functions—air fry, roast, bake, and reheat—and smart temperature control, clean-up is a breeze.

Key features:

• Up to 75% less fat compared to traditional frying
• AX Crisp Technology with 230°C superheated air for faster cooking
• XL 5.2L ceramic-coated non-stick basket and crisper plate
• Multi-functional with air fry, roast, bake, and reheat options
• Smart processor adjusts temperature and fan speed for even cooking

Also available at:

• $178 from Catch.com.au
• $149 from The Good Guys
• $179 from Bing Lee