Best Air Fryers in Every Size & Price

Ignore the preset programmes for a moment. They are the first thing every listing advertises and the last thing that changes how you cook. Four parameters actually decide whether an air fryer is good.

• Basket capacity, in quarts, matched to portions. A 2 quart basket holds roughly one serving. A 3 to 4 quart holds two. A 5 to 6 quart holds three or four. A 7 quart and up is for a family plus leftovers. This single number matters more than any other spec on the page.
• Wattage relative to capacity. A 1200W unit in a 6 quart basket recovers temperature slowly when you load cold food. A 1500W to 1700W unit in the same basket gets back to heat in a fraction of the time. The is a good example of how the number should be read.
• Basket construction. A nonstick or ceramic-coated basket is the standard and the easiest to clean. A wire rack insert, a divider, or a window and light add convenience. A solid cast style basket with no coating lasts longer but needs oil and a brush.
• Temp control range and max wattage. You want up to 400F for browning, and a range that goes low enough for reheating without drying food out. Listings that quote a range from 100F to 400F are describing a digital unit, which is the category worth buying.

For a deeper walk through the numbers, our air fryer buying guide covers wattage, capacity maths and the differences between the main appliance families. If you are trying to decide between formats rather than sizes, the Ninja air fryer versus toaster oven comparison is the shorter read.

Small fryers are for one person, a couple, or a household that reheats a lot. They are also the easiest to store, the cheapest to buy used, and the most likely to disappoint if you try to cook for four.

Dash Compact 2-Quart Air Fryer — $39.95, new

The is new in the box at $39.95, 1200 watts, listed by a seller who includes fresh photos and asks buyers to grade the condition themselves from the pictures.

• 2 quarts is a true single-serving size, and the whole point of the machine
• New in the box, so no coating wear to worry about
• 1200W is a sensible match for a basket this small
• Cons: 1200W is the ceiling, so a large frozen piece will not crisp evenly
• Cons: you will run it four or five times for a family meal

Toastmaster 2 Quart Rapid Heat Air Fryer — $27.00, new

The is new at $27.00, black, with rapid heat convection technology, a removable basket, temperature control and a crumb tray.

• The cheapest new fryer in this roundup at $27.00
• Convection-style rapid heat described by the seller, which is the mechanism that crisps
• Removable basket and a crumb tray, which is the whole cleanup
• Cons: at $27 you get a dial and a timer, not a digital panel or presets
• Cons: no viewing window, so you are opening the basket to check

Ninja AF101 4 Quart, 1550W — $28.00, used

The is used at $28.00, described as 1550W with timer and temperature control plus a basket rack. This is the model most people recognise, and the 1550W figure in a 4 quart basket is a good pairing.

• 1550W in a 4 quart basket is a better power-to-size ratio than most new units at twice the price
• Ninja is a mainstream brand with baskets and parts that are easy to source
• A basket rack is included, which gives you a second shelf inside the same basket
• Cons: used, so inspect the nonstick coating for flakes or deep scratches
• Cons: at $28 the price is low enough that you should ask for a power-on video

NuWave Brio One-Touch Digital — $32.00, used

The is used at $32.00, and the seller notes it works as it should, that they cleaned it up, and that there is still some grease in the trays that could use a scrub. That is a fair and specific description.

• One-touch digital controls mean repeatable settings rather than guesswork
• A used unit at $32 from a seller who is honest about the remaining grease
• Cons: the seller explicitly says the trays need more cleaning, so budget an hour
• Cons: no info in the listing about capacity, so confirm quart size before buying

This is the most useful category for most households, and it is where the used market is deepest. A 5 to 8 quart basket feeds three to five people in one batch.

Dash Deluxe 6 Quart Aqua — $16.95, used

The is used at $16.95, 1700 watts, with AirCrisp technology, auto shut-off, a removable basket, temperature control and a timer. This is the highest wattage per dollar in the entire roundup.

• 1700W in a 6 quart basket, which is the strongest pairing here and explains the low price
• Six quarts feeds three or four people in one batch
• Auto shut-off is a real safety feature you want on an unattended appliance
• Cons: at $16.95 assume the coating has years of use on it
• Cons: aqua is a bold colour and not a neutral

PowerXL HF-8096TS 1500W — $45.00, used

The is used at $45.00, described as a 120V, 1500W appliance designed to cook faster with less oil.

• 1500W at 120V means it will run on any standard US outlet without a converter
• Black finish, conventional design, and a brand with a real appliance lineup
• Cons: the listing does not state basket capacity, so ask before you order
• Cons: used, and the basket is the part to inspect

MIRASTON 5.8 Quart Digital — $46.99, new

The is new at $46.99 in black and silver, 1200W, with an 8-setting control panel.

• 5.8 quarts is the family size without taking over the counter
• Digital panel with 8 settings instead of a single dial
• New condition at under $50, which is where most digital fryers start
• Cons: 1200W in 5.8 quarts is a modest pairing, so expect a longer preheat
• Cons: unknown brand, so basket replacement may not be straightforward

8 Quart 1500W Digital with Window — $54.99, new

The is new at $54.99, with a compact body and an 8 litre capacity rack, described as space-saving despite the large basket.

• 8 quarts is genuinely large, enough for a whole family plus sides
• 1500W with an 8 litre basket is a better ratio than most listings at this price
• Window and 10 presets for people who do not want to cook by feel
• Cons: the claim that a large basket fits in a small body is a footprint question you should measure
• Cons: no brand name to fall back on if the controller fails

OYAJIA 6 Litre Digital Touch — $54.01, new

The is new at $54.01 with a smart touch display upgrade and rapid hot air circulation.

• 6 litres is a solid middle size and the sweet spot for most kitchens
• Touch display gives precise temperature entry rather than stepping through a dial
• New condition for $54.01
• Cons: touch panels are harder to clean than a physical dial if grease builds up
• Cons: no wattage stated in the listing, which is unusual and worth asking about

Multi-function fryers add bake, roast, dehydrate and reheat modes, and dual zone units add a second basket. Toaster oven combinations add a door, a rack and flat surfaces, which is where pizza, toast and sheet pans live. All three are real upgrades for specific cooks and wasted money for everyone else.

Ninja AF142 5 Quart 5-in-1 — $89.99, open box

The is listed at $89.99 in open-box condition, described as opened only to test functionality and working perfectly, with air fry, roast, bake, reheat and dehydrate modes.

• Five functions in one appliance, so it covers dehydrating and baking as well as frying
• 5 quart capacity, the right size for three people
• Open box means you get a new-unit discount without a used price
• Cons: at $89.99 it is nearly three times a 2 quart new unit
• Cons: open box means no factory seal, so check the return terms

Ninja Foodi DualZone FlexBasket 7 Quart — $79.00, new

The is new at $79.00 in black, with air fryer and grill features and stainless steel construction.

• Two zones means two temperatures at once, which solves the finishing problem for real cooking
• The 7 quart MegaZone consolidates both baskets into one larger space for big batches
• New condition and stainless steel construction in the listing
• Cons: dual zone units are bulkier and take more counter space
• Cons: the FlexBasket consolidation is a specific design, so read how it reconfigures before you commit

Midea HeatXpress 7.8 Quart 8-in-1 — $80.00, new

The is new at $80.00, combining air fryer, baking oven and grill functions, with an easy-view window and auto shut-off.

• 8-in-1 is the widest function list here, covering grill, bake and roast
• 7.8 quarts is large enough to cook a meal rather than heat parts of one
• Easy-view window and auto shut-off are both practical
• Cons: $80 for a multifunction unit means a more complex control panel to learn
• Cons: larger footprint than a single-basket model

Gourmia 7 Quart Digital, 10 Presets — $74.99, new

The is new at $74.99, 1500W, with a temperature range of 100F to 400F and a stainless steel finish.

• 1500W in 7 quarts is a better pairing than most 7 quart listings at this price
• A 100F to 400F range covers low reheating as well as high browning
• 10 presets, so the guided cooking is genuinely useful for beginners
• Cons: a single basket, so you are not cooking two temperatures at once
• Cons: $74.99 is a lot for a model without a window

Combination units trade frying speed for a door, a rack and flat surfaces. They are the right buy if you make toast, pizza or a full sheet pan of food, and the last three machines here are the ones that do it.

Bella Pro 6-Slice Air Fryer Toaster Oven — $59.99, open box

The is new open box at $59.99, described as tested and 100 percent functional, with shelf wear and possibly stickers on the packaging.

• Six slices of toast, which a basket fryer cannot do at all
• Open box pricing on a tested unit with anti-tampering seals
• Rack cooking for flat food like pizza and frozen sandwiches
• Cons: preheats slower than a basket fryer
• Cons: open box, so the cosmetic condition may not be perfect

Gourmia GTF1885SA 4-Slice Air Fryer Oven — $85.49, new open box

The is a new open box listing at $85.49 in stainless steel. The seller states it was opened only for inspection, has never been used and remains in excellent condition.

• 12 presets is the largest programme list in the roundup
• Stainless steel exterior, and a new-open-box unit at under $90
• Four slices plus air fry and bake modes in one box
• Cons: at $85.49 it costs more than a full-size single basket fryer
• Cons: open box means you should confirm the return window before the holidays

Instant Vortex Plus 10 Quart 7-in-1 — $128.43, used

The is used at $128.43, described as in great condition, missing the original packaging and shipped in a generic box.

• 10 quarts is the largest capacity here, and 7-in-1 covers roasting, baking and dehydrating
• A recognised brand name, so parts and recipes are easy to find
• Cons: the highest price in the roundup for a used unit with no original packaging
• Cons: a 10 quart basket is a serious commitment of counter and shelf space
• Cons: at $128 used, the value case only holds if it was $200 new

Pick by household size first and features second. Prices as confirmed on September 29, 2026.

Model	Price	Size	Best for
Dash Deluxe 6 qt	$16.95	6 qt, 1700W	Biggest basket per dollar
Toastmaster 2 qt	$27.00	2 qt	Cheapest new fryer
Ninja AF101	$28.00	4 qt, 1550W	Two to three people, used
MIRASTON 5.8 qt	$46.99	5.8 qt	Family size with digital controls
Ninja Foodi DualZone	$79.00	7 qt, 2 zones	Two temperatures at once
Ninja AF142 5-in-1	$89.99	5 qt	One appliance, five jobs

One person, buy the 2 quart. Two people, buy a 4 quart. Three to five people, buy a 5 to 8 quart. Six or more, buy the 10 quart or accept cooking in batches. If you want to spend more than $100, buy the dual zone, because that is the only feature on this list that changes a meal rather than a menu.

Two accessories are worth the money. A at $31.69 new includes a silicone liner, air fryer racks and gloves, compatible with the AF400UK and AF451UK and other dual zone baskets. The liner stops small food falling through the rack, which is the single most common complaint about these machines. If you already own a Ninja and it is outside those models, check compatibility before buying; this listing names specific models. The at $70.54 is listed as 1200W digital with 8 presets, and the light is genuinely useful for checking colour without pulling the basket, which is where the heat shock and the dings come from.

Air fryers run hot and the basket is the weak point in every model. A few habits keep them working.

1. Spray oil, never pour it. Aerosolised oil on a heating element is a smoke and residue problem, and a pump sprayer over the food is the safe version.
2. Let the basket cool before washing it. Thermal shock warps plastic and can craze a coating. Ten minutes on the counter solves it.
3. Check the coating on any used unit. Light wear is fine. Flaking, deep scratches or a basket with exposed metal is a reason to walk away or price in a replacement basket.
4. Leave clearance around the unit. Air fryers need airflow on the sides and the back, and they get hot on top. Counter and cabinet clearance is a real constraint that listings never mention.
5. Ask for a power-on video on any used listing. It takes the seller a minute and eliminates the majority of problems.

eBay prices change and vary by seller, condition and shipping, so confirm the current price before you buy. Every figure here was confirmed on September 29, 2026 against a live, in-stock listing. This category is the most volatile of the three in this roundup, because a $17 used fryer and a $128 used fryer are the same object at different points in their lives, and a well-run seller with a lot of turnover will undercut the asking price if you make an offer. If you want the longer read on a specific brand before spending, our Ninja air fryer long-term review covers what a few years of daily use actually looks like.