The Best Air Fryer In Canada 2024


If you've been wondering which air fryer is the best, you're in the right place. Today, I'll walk you through nine different models I've tested in my kitchen. We'll explore the pros and cons of basket-style versus oven-style air fryers, identify the most non-toxic model, and review the Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid. For each air fryer, we'll evaluate how crispy they make homemade French fries, their initial smell, cooking capacity, and counter space requirements. We’ll start with the most affordable options and move up to the pricier models. Let's dive in!

Basket-Style Air Fryers

NuWave Brio 6-Quart Air Fryer

The NuWave Brio 6-Quart Air Fryer was my first purchase. It makes perfectly crispy homemade French fries, and its square-shaped basket holds more food than round baskets. It's deep enough to fit a 5-pound chicken and about 18-20 fries in a single layer. This air fryer occupies the same space as a 6-quart Instant Pot and needs to stay on the counter due to its height. It’s great for weekly protein and veggie cooking, and the 4-minute reheat button is a convenient alternative to using a microwave.

Cons: The basket has a non-stick coating that smells like burning plastic initially. The food-contact surface doesn't have this coating, but the initial smell can be off-putting. I had to store it in the basement for a few weeks to let it air out. The basket is hand-wash only, and the non-stick coating has started to flake off after years of use.

Instant Pot Vortex 6-Quart Air Fryer

The Instant Pot Vortex was gifted to me after I wrote the "Fresh and Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook." It shares the same capacity as the NuWave but has a shallower basket, making it easier to clean. It also makes perfectly crispy fries and fits about 18-20 in a single layer. However, it’s too shallow for cooking a whole chicken and has a noticeable smell when first used. The non-stick coating in direct contact with food may be a concern for some.

Ninja Air Fryer (4-Quart)

Recommended by my Instagram followers, the Ninja Air Fryer features a ceramic coating, which eliminates the initial smell. It makes crispy fries and is compact, fitting well in smaller kitchens. The basket and insert are dishwasher safe, simplifying cleanup. However, its round basket holds fewer fries (10-12 in a single layer), making it better suited for one or two people.

Yedi Air Fryer

Curious about ceramic coatings, I tried the Yedi Air Fryer, which comes with many accessories for adventurous cooking. It performs similarly to the other 6-quart models, holding 18-20 fries in a single layer. Unfortunately, it still smells initially despite the ceramic coating. Cleaning is easy, but this model is more expensive and doesn’t offer significant advantages over more affordable options unless you need the extra accessories.

Oven-Style Air Fryers

Big Boss Air Fryer

The Big Boss Air Fryer is unique with its glass bowl and wire trays, eliminating the need for a non-stick coating and avoiding initial smells. It has a large capacity, cooking fries, tofu, and chicken well. The glass bowl is dishwasher safe but heavy. It’s the most affordable and non-toxic option, ideal for those seeking simplicity without extra features like dehydration or proofing.

Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid

This accessory for your Instant Pot is affordable and doesn’t smell initially. It crisps fries well and is multi-purpose, fitting easily in kitchen cabinets. However, it has limited capacity, making it suitable for small servings or frozen fries. It’s a great choice for Instant Pot owners who cook for one or two people.

High-End Oven-Style Air Fryers

KitchenAid Air Fryer

The KitchenAid Air Fryer is the most affordable oven-style model with multiple settings, including proofing and dehydrating. It crisps fries well and has an automatic shut-off timer. However, it has an initial smell and is smaller, making it difficult to fit a whole chicken.

Cuisinart Air Fryer

This compact model with stainless steel aesthetics can cook a 12-inch pizza or a 4-pound chicken. It uses manual dials, which might be a preference for some. However, it runs hotter than other models, requiring careful temperature adjustments to avoid burning. It has a slight smell initially and lacks specialty features, but it's great for smaller kitchens.

Breville Smart Oven

The Breville Smart Oven, gifted to me, is the largest and most expensive air fryer. It offers numerous settings for baking, proofing, and dehydrating. It can cook a 13-inch pizza or a 5-pound chicken, making it ideal for large families. Despite its size and initial slight smell, it’s the most versatile and frequently used air fryer in my kitchen.

Final Recommendations

  • Most Non-Toxic: Big Boss Air Fryer with its glass bowl.
  • Best for Large Families: Breville Smart Oven for its large capacity and versatility.
  • Best Affordable Option: Ninja Air Fryer for a smell-free experience in a compact size.

I hope this review helps you find the perfect air fryer for your needs. For healthy recipes, check out my other videos and visit my website, detoxinista.com.

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