Which Air Fryer is Best? 2023 Air Fryer Buying Guide | Watch this Before You Buy Your Next Air Fryer
Today I’m answering the question I get asked all the time, “Which Air Fryer is Best?” Watch my comprehensive air fryer buying guide to know which air fryer is best for you!
Here are the links I promised in the video:
✅ Cosori TurboBlaze Review: • Cosori TurboBlaze Air ...
Buy the 6 quart Cosori TurboBlaze here: amzn.to/47BzT8W
✅ Cosori Dual Blaze Review: • Cosori Dual Blaze Air ...
Buy the 6.8 quart Dual Blaze here: amzn.to/40ZwsXD
✅ Four of the BEST Air Fryers in 2023: • 4 of THE BEST Air Frye...
See them here: amzn.to/49GZqze
✅ Dreo ChefMaker CombiFryer Review: • NEW Cooking Tech BEATS...
Buy the 6 qt Dreo ChefMaker Here: amzn.to/40LkLDr
✅ Cosori LITE 4 qt Air Fryer Review: • EASY Air Fryer Recipes...
Buy the Cosori LITE 4 qt Here: amzn.to/47A20Fq
✅ Cosori Pro II vs Cosori Dual Blaze: • Cosori Dual Blaze vs C...
Buy the 5.8 Cosori Pro II Here: amzn.to/3uiWoRv
✅ 9 qt Instant VersaZone Review: kzhead.infow5ESiwHoCzM?...
Buy the 9 qt Instant VersaZone HERE: amzn.to/46eHkBK
✅ 6.8 qt Yedi Ceramic Air Fryer : amzn.to/47vtqwk
Other Air Fryers I’ve Reviewed (but no longer own)
◆The Costco Gourmia Air Fryer Review: • $5 DINNERS! Air Fryer ...
◆Paula Deen Ceramic Air Fryer Review: • Paula Deen CERAMIC AIR...
◆Drew Barrymore’s Beautiful Air Fryer Review: • I Bought Drew Barrymor...
◆2021 Testing Amazon’s Best Selling Air Fryers (including Instant Vortex, Ninja, Power XL and Cosori Air Fryers): • I Tested Amazon's Top ...
◆The Worst Air Fryer I’ve Ever Tested: • Do NOT Buy This Air Fr...
🔴 HOW TO USE YOUR AIR FRYER: 🔴
Air Fryer 101 (the Updated 2023 Guide): • How to Use an Air Frye...
🔆 Get My Air Fryer Cheat Sheet with Cook Times and Temperatures → www.airfryercheatsheet.com/?u...
🔆 Get My Air Fryer Recipe Cookbook → www.yummyairfryerrecipes.com/...
🔆 LEARN how to UNLEASH the power of your air fryer! empoweredcooks.com/air-fryers...
🔆 FREE download with Top 18 Air Fryer Tips PLUS the recommended internal temps for meats & baked goods→ bit.ly/air-fryer-tips
✅ Top 15 Air Fryer Recipes: • 15 EASY Air Fryer Reci...
✅ New Air Fryer? Make This, Not That → • New Air Fryer? 10 of T...
✅ Top 15 Air Fryer Tools Every Air Fryer Owner Needs: • Top 15 Air Fryer TOOLS...
✅ How to Keep Your Air Fryer Clean: • How to CLEAN Air Fryer...
✅ EASY Air Fryer Recipes for Two! • Five YUMMY Air Fryer C...
✅ FAST 15 Minute Air Fryer Recipes: • 4 Quick and Easy 15 Mi...
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✅ Don't Make These 12 Air Fryer Mistakes! • Top 12 Air Fryer MISTA...
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My Favorite Air Fryer Tools: →
(these are affiliate links, which means I get a small commission off your purchase, at no extra cost to you!)
Cosori 5.8 qt Air Fryer: amzn.to/3JAEjEc
Instant VersaZone 9 qt Air Fryer: amzn.to/3jtdcAe
Cosori Dual Blaze Air Fryer: amzn.to/3RmEWEF
Instant Vortex 6 qt: amzn.to/3XUKQOl
Long Lasting Oil Sprayer: amzn.to/3wUKKKQ
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My Favorite Knife: amzn.to/31glNea
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Spatula Set: amzn.to/30SZ4Ut
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⏱️TIMESTAMPS⏱️
00:00 🍲Choosing the Right Air Fryer for Your Needs.
01:35 🍳 Oven-style vs. Basket-style: Pros and Cons.
04:22 📏 Optimal Size
06:01 ⚡ Wattage Recommendations
07:23 🧽 Practical Considerations
09:30 ⚙️ Must-Have Features
10:30 Which Air Fryer for You?
10:42 Best Air Fryer for College Students
11:10 Best Air Fryer for Solo Cooks and Empty Nesters
11:36 Best Air Fryers for Families
12:26 Best Ceramic Coated Air Fryer (non-teflon air fryer)
13:38 💰 Smart Shopping
14:16 Best Air Fryer for Convenience
14:42 Best Air Fryer for Lazy Cooks and non-chefs
15:41 Best Air Fryer for Tech Lovers
16:06 📺 Resources for Using Your Air Fryer.
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As promised, here are the links I mentioned in the video! 👇 ✅ Cosori TurboBlaze Review: kzhead.info/sun/jLZ8f8Oejqh9o4U/bejne.html Buy the 6 quart Cosori TurboBlaze here: amzn.to/47BzT8W ✅ Cosori Dual Blaze Review: kzhead.info/sun/qdeagpZ_ppt_e40/bejne.html Buy the 6.8 quart Dual Blaze here: amzn.to/40ZwsXD ✅ Four of the BEST Air Fryers in 2023: kzhead.info/sun/qqyLcpmsrX6GiIk/bejne.html See them here: amzn.to/49GZqze ✅ Dreo ChefMaker CombiFryer Review: kzhead.info/sun/aNCNctOim5OZe2w/bejne.html Buy the 6 qt Dreo ChefMaker Here: amzn.to/40LkLDr ✅ Cosori LITE 4 qt Air Fryer Review: kzhead.info/sun/d5SLZ8Vwj5FshYU/bejne.htmlsi=3G2mrJYgLOIq5BGn Buy the Cosori LITE 4 qt Here: amzn.to/47A20Fq ✅ Cosori Pro II vs Cosori Dual Blaze: kzhead.info/sun/Z6axic-jp6ClZas/bejne.html Buy the 5.8 Cosori Pro II Here: amzn.to/3uiWoRv ✅ 9 qt Instant VersaZone Review: kzhead.infow5ESiwHoCzM?feature=share Buy the 9 qt Instant VersaZone HERE: amzn.to/46eHkBK ✅ 6.8 qt Yedi Ceramic Air Fryer : amzn.to/47vtqwk
Great info! All of your audio is on the left BTW
Hello from Belgium! Do basket fryers without Tefal coating exist ? I wouldn't even care that it'd be more difficult to clean as the PFAS coating used in Tefal is extremely carcinogenic. Thanks so much for any advice!!
Thank you for your advice you answers my question I never think
Do the Airfyeris have a Teflon non-stick coating, if so are there any without a Teflon coating?
I’m a disabled senior with GI issues. The air fryer has saved me grease, time, and I don’t have to stand and watch the food. Lifesaver! Want to get a new one for my birthday as a present to myself. Thanks for all the info.
I never clean my air fryer. I use two silicone su aster bowls with handles. Put food directly into bowls, put bowls in air fryer. When cooked, leave bowl in air fryer. Transfer food with tongs to plate. Leave bowl in air fryer to cool down. Then remove bowl to wash. Pros: no burn fingers and do not have to wash heavy air fryer basket. Silicone bowl light weight and super easy to clean. I also have one bowl that is divided so you can cook 2 different items. Cooked potato slices and frozen Brussels sprout and they were perfect at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
What kind of bowl? This tip sounds really helpful but can't find what "su aster" bowls anywhere 😢
Yup, gotta get one . Just 70 year old guy and trusty dog in my household. Large ovens and Arizona summers don't mix. My Brittany Spaniel says go for Dreo Chiefmaker just look how long you will have it and cost is justified. Make life EASY. Done. What a professional presentation!
I love the realness of your video!!! It is like asking a friend/ relative to explain the how/why/what and be able to understand! Thank you
Solo person here who travels in my truck camper for work. I bought a Cosori based on your review and the facts that it was on sale at Walmart. I had no IDEA what an air fryer was before a friend of mine sang the praises of hers, so I started to research them. Needless to say, I LOVE mine and use it daily, sometimes multiple times. I love roasted root veggies but hardy ever made them because they took so LONG to cook! Now I have them (and other delicious stuff) multiple times a week! Thanks for all your informative videos! 😊
So great! I'm glad you've got those yummy root veggies back in your life!
I buy the same for my lover he like it
Which one did you buy?
I bought an off-brand "Blazant" 7 quart on Amazon. Since I have a limited budget this was what I could afford. I love this thing! Although the Customer service isn't great, I managed to figure it out and I make wonderful full loaves of bread in it!
I agree 100% on the air fryer size. My first air fryer was a 5.6 qt, and after using it for a very brief amout of time, I realised it was too small for me even though I am cooking for myself only. I also agree 100% about the shape. The square shape is definitely better than the round shape.
Thank you for making sure we have all the information we need to get the most from our cooking experience. Doing the foot work and teaching us things we wouldn't have thought to consider. Love your videos!
I have owned around 5 other air fryers before getting my current one. I called them all upgrades but was really learning what my feature preferences were. With my move to a small apartment and kitchen, it came down to what is the largest basket I can get that takes up the smallest space and has the most for the best price. I have no choice but to leave this one on a counter with little extra space. I ended up with a 5qt Instant Vortex which has a u shaped basket and a viewing window. The 5qt basket has made a huge difference and I cook in it a lot more than any of my previous ones. It seems that finding the Goldilocks size made a huge difference in actual use and this one has preheating cycle which I had never tried doing that before it gives me better results.
What a great video! You answered so many questions that I had and questions I didn't know to ask yet. Thank you
Just purchased the Instant VersaZone 9 qt Air Fryer. First Air Fryer. It arrives tomorrow and can't wait to get started! Thank you Cathy for all the insight!
I've had an Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer for a year or so, and it's been brilliant. It's a combination of Air Fryer and Pressure Cooker, which is a nice combo for a small amount of counter space (but you have two big lids, so one takes up cupboard space). Make 4Kg of stew / chilli / bolognaise / shepherds pie mix in the pressure cooker bit, then freeze in two person portions, and reheat / final cook in the air fry bit later with fries maybe. But ... the round basket is as you say a PITA, and it's difficult to do meals for two - it's possible, but not easy so I was thinking about a dedicated machine and after your video I went for the Instant VersaZone Dual for the option of using one big pan or two small. Thanks for good advice!
I'm still using my instant vortex 6 quart. I can make a complete meal at once. I am so glad to have found your channel you are the most helpful.
Thanks for all your videos and reviews!! It made me jump and buy one. I took the Cosori 6.2L with viewing window, on sale for the Black Friday. I hope to keep it for very long
I am single & have a Toastmaster 2.6 quart Air Fryer & love it. Plenty big for me. I have cooked steak, chicken, baked potatoes, sweet potato & white potato frys, & bacon. Super easy, super easy to clean. I used your bread trick when I did the bacon & it worked perfectly. I can't wait to back in it.
I had a "shelf style" air fryer that turned me off air frying, everything was such a hassle. I'd been wanting another one, and looked at many, almost choosing another shelf style with alll the whistles and bells- then I had a lightbulb moment to keep it simple! I now own the 6qt Cosori Turboblaze. I've had it for 2 days. I've not touched my stove! The chicken tonight was so yummy! I'm so glad the basket is a good size! I'm in love!
Thanks for making this vid. I am buying an air fryer this weekend, so I wrote down the pointers you mentioned.
thanks to your reviews on air fryers, I got the cosori dual blaze and I love it
I just got the Cosori Premium 2 Plus 6.5 quart with the window. I think I am really going to like it! Thanks to your channel, I had the information needed to make a decision on which model to go with that best suited my needs. I have your cheat sheet and cookbook! Love both! Thank you!
Thank you Rene!!!
I started pressure canning last month (at age 54!!) and I cannot be happier at how much time I save at dinner time now that I just pop open a jar of my own clean proteins or meal in a jar.
I've been busy for many days getting a new air fryer and that's why I've been on this channel a few times. I can support all of the points listed here 100%, especially that oven-style air fryers are a horror to clean. I live in Germany, and even though the European market is very similar to the American market, there are differences. The Cosori original model of the type CP158 is still identical here, but the Type 358 “Cosori Pro2” was apparently not introduced in Europe, but instead the successor, the type 652, Cosori Pro 2 Plus. Same design, but instead of a basket with a tray, viewing window and larger volume. In Europe the size is of course not given in Qt, but in liters, i.e. the Pro 2 has a size of 5.5 L (5.8Qt), the new Pro 2 Plus 6.2 l. I have now decided on this device, and you can see that Cosori actually tries to improve its devices in detail. From my previous air fryers, I only knew that the hot exhaust air was released straight to the back, which led to unsightly stains on the wall behind it, but the new Pro 2 Plus has an air splitter on the housing that divides the air flow and then Sides and top spread. 😉
Very practical comparison, love it! Thanks!
Thank you for including the Dreo Chefmaker. I bought this machine during their Kickstarter campaign and absolutely love it. I am giving them as Christmas presents this year accompanied by your fabulous cookbook. Love your channel!
Wow! You're giving really great presents for Christmas. If you have an extra and cookbook lying around, send them to me. LOL
Awesome gift idea that will be used all year round!
Thanks for sharing your channel ❤❤❤❤
Great review Cathy! Thank you!!❤
Loved this video, i am new to all of this, but you made it sooo easy to understand, great video !
got the Dreo, never wanted an airfryer, combi-oven until I saw what this was capable of. Roast pork and lamb have turned out incredible and made the best wings I have ever done in this. Saves me turning on an entire oven when it really isn't necessary.
Well done! Wish I had seen this before buying a smaller round fryer- Only used once, so sending it back.
I have the Cosori Dual Blaze and the Dreo Chef Maker. I love both of them. I primarily use the Chef Maker every day. I use the Dual Blaze for when the Chef Maker is in use and I need to cook more than one thing at the same time. I have your "Cheat Sheet" and refer to it ALL the time too. For someone who doesn't cook these two air fryers have me making things I would have never made before. I'm not a big "food" person so cooking to me has always been too much work for so little reward in my opinion. I'm unable to put into words how the air fryer has changed the way that I eat and it's all way too easy too!! Thank you for your videos, reviews and recommendations. They have literally changed the way that I eat!!
Love it! And I can totally relate! :) Thanks for sharing!
May I ask which one you like the most. I am a 73 disable widow. I am on a fixed income. I brought a oven one and I hate it. I need to get one that is easy to use. Thank you and have a blessed day 😊
@@ritabrandow1318 Empowered Cooks has lots of videos comparing the different brands. I got all my information from those videos. It's really going to be personal opinion on which is preferred to be honest. I do like and use both all the time. If I had to chose I'd say that I like the Dreo Chef Maker the most but it's also a lot more expensive. The main differences between the Dreo Chef Maker and Cosori Dual Blaze: - I added a 3rd air fryer that may be more cost effective but is still a very good choice. Cost: 1. The Dreo Chef Maker (359.00 at Amazon, currently on Cyber Monday sale for 215.40.) 2. Cosori Dual Blaze (149.00 at Amazon, currently on sale for 127.49). 3. Cosori Pro Gen 2 Air Fryer (101.99 at Amazon) - Built in removable basket for easily removing food. Similar to the Dual Blaze without the bottom burner and costs less. Size: 1. Dreo Chef Maker is (6-Quart). 2. Cosori Dual Blaze is large (6.8-Quart). 3. Cosori Pro Gen 2 Air Fryer (5.8 Quart). Burners: 1. Dreo Chef Maker - 1 burner on the top like most air fryers but I found it does well even without flipping food over but you have to use the rack to raise your food off the bottom so it will cook evenly. 2. Cosori Dual Blaze - 2 burners, One on the top and one on the bottom. Food cooks a little bit faster and you don't have to flip your food over half way through. 3. Cosori Pro Gen 2 - 1 burner on the top
Thank you so much for this. I am going for the Cosori TurboBlaze. I have never owned or used an air fryer before so wish me luck.
You are amazing with your enthusiasm and knowledge 👍💕😘
I was one of the people who started off with the 3.8 Cosori. Loved its functionality but not enough space. Anyway I now have the Turbo Blaze and use it every day at least once. I did my breakfast this morning soft boiled egg and toast, supper was a steak sandwich with onions - it did the onions, toasted the bread and cooked my lovely steak to medium rare. Just one thing to wash up and it took no time at all. Thanks for your great videos, always amazing useful information. From SW France.
Hi Kathy ❤ thanks for another great video! I watch you regularly. I have a 7 liters Aigostar airfryer for 2 years and I like it very much. It's was a revolution in my kitchen and in my cooking. But know I'm going to buy a Cosori dual blaze because of the dual resistance. Its more practical. And I can get the advantage of having 2 great airfryers 😂 Thanks for your tips! Keep empowering us with your smile and such a nice family ❤ Kisses and hugs from the north of Portugal 🥰🥰🥰
Love it!!! :) Thank you for watching!
In the PX parking lot trying to figure out which air fryer. Thank you for swaying me away from OVEN style . Def going for square 6-9 qt . Don’t even need side by side , just me . Very good info.
The amount of detail in your Videos are really helpful for new buyers. I’ve been looking to get one and this video really helped identify exactly what to look for. Especially with wattage !
Glad it was helpful!
Love the videos. I just pick up a gourmia all in one air fryer today. My old air fryer went out last night on the middle of cooking. Which sucked and had to fix something else for dinner
My sister bought me a early Christmas present for my birthday] ]next month a 6qrt, xlpower air fryer. they were the first to start this in 2006, wheni saw the info as seen on TV. but people were not into it back then. I bought mine at Walmart. and I ordered a beginners cook book on air fryer from Amazon. the reason why is my doctor wants me to lower my cholesterol, but after seeing the commercials on this air fryer back then,every body now is trying to have the best one.i love Ninja products and have a few, and wanted to order the foodie air fryer, but passed. Thanks for the information.😊
Hi again Cathy! It’s Saturday evening in the PNW where we live and I am spending some time relaxing and watching YT. And, tonight as I usually do every evening, I watch and rewatch your vlogs. I told my Husband I was leaving you a comment and he said, “tell her thanks for all her videos which led to our decision to recently purchase a Cosori Dual Blaze Air Fryer which we are throughly enjoying using.” This vlog is the best one online vetting best air fryer for 2023. It’s spot on. But then I would be surprised if it was anything less than fab from you, Cathy, the Air Fryer Queen! ❤ Linda
You are so sweet, Linda (and hubby) - thank you!!! :)
Thanks Cathy! I like you lots and think you’re very sweet yourself, Cathy!! Linda. ❤️👍🌹
My first basket Air Fryer, a Cosori, arrives today. Our first air fryer was the oven style, and searching the web I couldn't find recipes using the oven style, and ended up not using it much because of this. Then my dad, watching a late night infomercial, saw an oven type air fryer and ordered one, each, for my brother and I. I use that more for the broiling aspect. I want to do more air frying, and most reviews like the basket style better. So, out first one will be relegated to the RV (hopefully will be more comfortable using that after using the basket for awhile). I have found your videos within the last 6 months to a year, and can't wait to implement those with the new air fryer.
I bought the dual-blaze about 3 months ago based on your recommendation and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it. I was going to buy the regular Cosori but I was too lazy to even bother to shake half-way through 🙂. Plus I liked the idea that I could cook without the inner tray thanks to the bottom burner. Thank you for this channel. I watch it regularly to learn more about using my dual-blaze. Before seeing your channel, I almost bought something half the size without even knowing how to use it. So glad I came across your channel.
Yay! So glad to hear it!
@@empoweredcooksI got a Gourmia 6qt for MY Birthday
Can you make gravy in the bottom or even a curry
@@annwatts9884I never have but I can't see why not. It acts much like a frying pan with the bottom burner. I've cooked eggs and stir fries on the bottom.
Thank you for replying, this has made my mind up now.
Hey Kathy. Thanks for doing this one again. I have the PowerXL and do not use it as much as I think I should. Being old school and cooking on the stove or in the oven, I'm just so use to it. But hubby and I are empty nester and yes, I would like to use my air fryer more, to get outta the kitchen. Looking at your videos, one day it will click and I cannot wait until that day.
Hi Sharon! You might enjoy my course to help you "really" start using your air fryer! empoweredcooks.com/air-fryers-unleashed
My first AF was a Cosori 5.8 and I loved it. But a year later, after seeing how many people loved the Dual Blaze, I researched it and knew I’d love it. I’ve had that one for a year now and I use it almost every day.
What is a dual blaze?
@@keepcreationprocess heating element on top AND on the bottom
Ok I am getting the dual blaze. Thank you so much 🎉
I love my 6qt, 1800 watt Cuisinart basket air fryer with a window & a light. I’m new to air frying & it’s so easy to use plus there’s no pre-heating.
I'm finally going to buy one. Great advise for someone who never used one. thankyou.
I’m returning my dual blaze today. I decided to buy it because of your videos but I got no luck. I have it for 2 months and I gotta say I do like the size but the buttons don’t work properly. I have to unplug every time I use.Very often I can’t change the temperature ou even to cook something else I have to unplug it first. I’m leaving this review because I left a comment before saying that I was very excited about this air fryer. I guess I’m going back to Ninja I had one for at least 5 years without a problem.
thank you so much! you gave me all the research i needed, you are amazing
You're so welcome!
Cathy is the best ! She knows all about air fryers and recipes !! ❤
Aw, thank you!
Love your review Cathy! I was SO close to purchasing the Ninja oven style air frier till I watched your review! I just purchased the Cosori Dual Blaze!!! It’s coming Friday & I can’t wait to start cooking. Now to accessorize 🤣
Hope you enjoy it!
Got a small and cheap one a few days ago (Xiaomi Mi 3.5L) and its magical. We are a family of 5 so I will be upgrading at some point, but I will say, even doing sevetal batches is a treat. I've been the only one cooking for my wife and the fam my whole life so I was skeptical. Thanks to your channel I gave it a go and I was stunned. The one major test for me was chicken breast and I was shocked at how in 20 mins, I got 2 perfect chicken breasts, super moist too. The things I like the most: 1. Thr Xiaomi has an app, which lets you operste it remotely and has a timer with phone notifications. Im sure most air fryers do, but that is a MASSIVE plus for me. 2. When the time is up, lets say you forget about it, the air fryer does not keep cooking the food, it barely keeps it warm. Can't really burn anything. 3. Obviously the silent noise it makes, far less than my oven and the noise reminds me of how much money I'm saving. 4. Far far less messy, what a joy. 5. Fits well on my white counter top, barely bigger than my coffee machine. I made about 15 cookies in several batches and I was sure it would be annoying, but in 30 mins I was done, with barely any washing up to do. Anyways, for those on the fence, buy one ! I went for an inexpensive one at first (although make sure to watch teh reviews) and it works great. Thanks for all the previous videos, I was under the impression that a lot of it was hype, but nope, I can understand how so many cooks swear by these. You were the reason I bought one and I do not regret it !
Great review and I especially loved your review on the Dreo ChefMaker! I checked their website and they were actually sold out! I then tried Amazon and they had a really good 30% off coupon (I assume for Mother's Day) so I bought one!!! We've made pork belly and steaks so far and both were fantastic.
For precise temperatures you can use a Meater wireless probe. Both blue tooth and wifi work in the Cosori Dual Blaze Air Fryer.
Yep! I have used it in a few videos!
I have a Nuwave Brio 6 qt as my first one. It has 3 wattage ranges. The only thing I am not a fan of is the wire basket. My stove oven hasn't been used in years and I love to cook. Thanks again for a great video
Thanks for watching!
I love my Dreo I bought it first because It has a window to see what's going on inside. No problems with it whatsoever it does it all for me. I just bought by grandson one :)
Excellent Thank you :) Adore your channel
Thank you for your sweet comment! :)
Thanks for your super posts! Have you tested the T-fal Easy Fry &n Grill XXL? I bought it last month and am very happy with it. It has a divider, which I’ve used for separately timed portions. Also agree with your post that pre-heating is generally not necessary. Thank you for educating so many about cooking with Air Fryers! Your sous-chefs are lovely :)
Love my T-FAL as well😊
Oooo, you just saved me from making a mistake! I was going to sell my toaster oven and my air fryer and buy a combo toaster oven! But when I saw the mess, I said nope! Now I'm considering getting a larger air fryer as I have a round basket. Thanks for this (and all the others) video!
You are so welcome!
Best review ever... Thank you!
My pleasure!
I just wanted to say (maybe not sooo related to the video) but a big thanks to your videos that I found a while ago. They took away most of my fear of air fryers (I still have a bit of anxiety tho) and yesterday I ordered my first one (cosori 5,5) because of black friday deal it was 1/4 cheaper (usually wanted to buy myself it after chrstmas). I definitely will use your temp chart as guide and also rewatch tons of your videos before I use it and when I use it . I think without you I would have thought of the idea how nice it wouuld be to have one but I would never have had the courage to actually get myself one, so a big thanks to that! I think still your videos are the best when it comes to airfryers because you actually compare things and you explain it or show it in a way everyone understands! (one very sad thing tho is that here in my country (I heard from sone of whole EU) that there are no types with shake reminder sold. It would have been perfect tho hahahah
Oh that is so wonderful to hear! In August I changed the channel name to Empowered Cooks because my goal is truely to empower others in the kitchen... sounds like I've accomplished my mission with you! :) Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with me! ❤
@@empoweredcooks You're very welcome! And thanks again as well!
If you got the cosori 5.5 it has a shake function. I'm in the UK and mine has it.
Nice shtick you have! I'm liking the Cosori Dual Blaze or Dreo ChefMaker CombiFryer. Gadget man from way back who likes the temp probe concept...if accurate? Might also be good unit for an old-schooler who invariably overcooks meat, poultry and fish. Thanks!
Great Video!!
The Nuwave Oven Pro is also an Air Fryer. It does all the things on the ones you listed. And it can cook a whole Turkey.
We have had a Philips XXL air fryer and its very good, but should have bought the Cosori. The main reason is the Philips has lots of 'grooves' or channels in the basket, which makes it a major pain to clean! The smooth metal sides would have saved a ton of time in cleaning! Also, I suggest when using it on greasy foods like pork belly or chicken wings, add boiling water in the bottom part so it makes cleaning up much easier!
I wish I would have watched this before I purchased a small air fryer I'm going to upgrade probably next month. Thanks
I just bought my first air fryer bf seeing your video! I ended up buying the 4qt Gourmia from Walmart for $50 with a 2 year warranty. The interface is excellent with every button well lit, and pretty self explanatory. It's for myself and my mom who's 70. She's a young 70, and not computer savvy lol. Now I'm thinking if I should've gotten the Cosori 6qt that you mentioned? The one I got is super light, and is 1500 watt. Do you think it'll be too small for us, and which Cosori would you recommend? I really enjoyed watching your video. Very informative! Thanks!
My 1st airfryer was an oven type I hated it, because you had to rotate shelves while cooking and the cleanup was awful. Gave it away. I have the Ninja foodie grill and LOVE it. I helped a friend get a Cosori you recommended and she is happy with it.
Thanks for validating me regarding the dislike of the oven style air fryers, ha ha!
Nice review. I use my Instant air fryer and Cosori. Both are great and meet our needs. However, I purchased a Ninja Speedi and now that's pretty much all I use because of versatility and great outcomes. We live in a tiny home so I can use my Speedi for most things. LOL, yes I have a nice sized storage separate building for my toys. With the Speedi I can also use the sear function to fry eggs or saute' yummy meals. I love them all! You're absolutely correct about purchasing the larger size. I've re-homed many kitchen appliances and kept my larger air fryers. Thanks for a great video and honest review.
Thanks for the comment! You are the 2nd person as of late who has told me how much they love their ninja speedi! I ordered one from Amazon warehouse and so far have made one thing in it... so still a work in progress for me!
It took me a while to be at one with the Speedi. I learned more from the KZhead cooks than the recipe book that came with it. I still don’t get the rice cooked well. It turns out crunchy. More practice is needed.
@@Banagalmy friend Constance told me to add extra water to the rice to keep it from being crunchy on top. 🤷♀
@@BanagalI watched videos where Ninja Speedy was compared with a new Ninja Combi oven and the latter won. Not sure if true but I'm wondering if Ninja nailed it with Combi oven. Previous toaster ovens from Ninja were not successful.
@@empoweredcooksI wish you tryed a new Ninja Combi oven. I'm wondering why people praise it.
Hi, I liked your video. My choice was to buy cosori duel blaze, but thinking dreo chef maker now. Does the latter comes in duel cooking?
I bought the Dreo chef maker after I saw your review. I love it and use it for everything.
Sweet!
May I ask what do you really like about it ?
It just cooks everything to perfection. Meats are still juicy. It makes great garlic bread. I really haven't found anything I haven't liked. In fact I just bought another one for my daughter in-law.
@@stevekearns2702 Thank you for answering my question
I just purchased the Dual Blaze because of your recommendations. It will arrive Friday and I can't wait to try it. I also purchased your cookbook, cheat sheets, and some of your recommended tools. I'm a grandma but I usually cook for 6-7 people each day and needed something quick and easy to clean. I have the Breville oven and paid over $400 for it. We use it to toast and bake every day and love it for that. But I air fried chicken (had parchment paper in it) once, and it was a clean up nightmare so we'll never use the air fry part on it again. Question- what is the oil that you use in the spray bottle?
Cathy used olive oil. But from what I’ve heard you can also use grape seed oil or avocado oil as well.
@@coolstamper Rapeseed oil is best and you waste your money if you use olive oil because you are burning out the goodness you pay for.
@betwil3 I most often use avocado oil as it has a high smoke point and doesn't change the flavor of the food. :)
How are you liking the dual blaze airfryer?
I bought an entry-level Gourmia for around $30. It had good reviews. Originally sold at Costco. I love it. It does everything I need it to do. I use it all the time.
I spent HOURS researching air fryers, walked into Costco and saw the Gourmia for 65 dollars (cdn). All my research went out the window and I bought the Gourmia, which was def the cheapest out of all the ones I researched. Funny how that happens? Haha
I received a replacement Corsori from the recall. It smells..that is toxic! I have tried everything…. I have to through it out!
I have the Ninja 5 in 1 smart cooker. It will do all kinds of things but I use it almost exclusively as air fryer. It is 5.8 quart capacity. It also has a thermometer that plugs in to the front so you can select the kind of meat and desired level of “doneness”. Perfect every time! It has been out for a few years so price point is lower than Dreo. I also like that it opens like a clam shell so easy to access food. And I put pan in dishwasher for cleaning. I have a Cosori as well. With large family often need 2 going at once. My kids prefer to use the cosori.
Which one is more convenient to use? Ninja grill type which opens upwards or Cosori type?
I prefer the ninja that opens upwards. I feel like I can access the food easier. Also, I don’t need a place on my counter to rest the basket as I add/stir/rotate food. I also have the larger size so basket is a rectangle. It isn’t as deep as cosori but has more surface area. I can make 6 burgers at 1 time.
@@cajunjenny43 Ninja uses Ceramic coating on its baskets and plates which I prefer to Teflon. I will probably buy Ninja Speedy cooker as my first air fryer. It adds steam option to air frying.
I’m being picky, I am looking for small small and non toxic. I’ve done a ton of research and don’t have an answer. Thanks so much for your videos!!! ❤
That’s a big one for me too. I don’t want to be putting toxins into my food and I can’t seem to find the right one either that is reasonably priced
@@littlesparrow7645 It’s frustrating.
A great video, thanks for putting this together in such a concise and effective way. I'm a lover of big size, so I went with an air fryer oven (30L or just about 32Q) and like to have a window to see what's cooking. I was planning on a HUGE family Christmas feast and wanted one that would work in tandem with my regular oven in order to prepare dishes. So this one checked all the boxes. They have come a long way and the one I "had" (past tense now) I totally fell in love with. Loved all the presets, features, rotisserie, removable oven door for easy cleaning etc.. Heated up quick and all food even on multiple levels came out evenly cooked. A quick wipe of the insides and it really kept it close to "new" for every use. It was a space hog so I had it on it's own dedicated kitchen trolley. Surprisingly it didn't give off as much heat as you said in your video, so this was a big plus. Did my due diligence before purchasing, read all the reviews and thought I had made an awesome purchase. However, after just 4 months the circuit board blew, buttons didn't work or not like they should (light button actually started selecting presets). Weird. Finally got an error code, that wasn't even listed in the troubleshooting guide in the manual. The unit had just past the "return" window from Amazon (where I got it), so tried to contact the local dealer/manufacturer from where it came. Apparently still had 6 months on the warranty. Crickets. After many follow-ups with them and not hearing a peep...contacted Amazon today and they are going to refund my money upon return of the unit to them (gotta love Amazon customer service). Going back now and reading more reviews since, seems a few other people are now having this same issue (since I purchased) and no response from the dealer either. One thing I've noticed is that a lot of these units are identical but go by different brand names not only in the same market, but also from country to country. Buyer beware. Perhaps I'm being cynical, but I think they do this in order to get around bad reviews. Calling a bad unit something different a year from now, doesn't carry all the bad reviews with it when people do a their research. As you said in this video...buy with a good warranty and good brand with name recognition. I have to be honest, I'm a little "gun shy" now on purchasing a new air fryer...but vids like this are truly appreciated. Keep up the great work.
I have the Dash air fryer and I love it but I do need a larger one
Thank you!
I replaced my old air fryer with a Cosori Dual Blaze. Liked it so much I bought a second one. Usually have both going at the same time. Rarely ever use my air fryer oven.
Yay!
I just bought the turbo 6 quart for myself.
What do you think about Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 DualZone 2-Basket Air Fryer with 2 Independent Frying Baskets, Match Cook & Smart Finish to Roast, Broil, Dehydrate. Thanks and can you please do review on pressure cooker/pot.
Tip for those who got the Cosori without the shake button: usethe root vegetable button and adjust time and temp to what you want. It gives a shake reminder halfway through the cooking time. Thanks Cathy I'm enjoying mine and my friends are gradually taking up air frying too!😄👏🙏
Shrimp, frozen food, french fries, vegetables and root vegetables also has the shake reminder on mine.
@@Zuzzannathat's true...I just couldn't remember the others 😅and as I'm usually cooking for a veggie that's my default option.😋👍
@@judebrown4103 👍😄
Will that work on the Turbo Blaze 6.0 as well? I just purchased mine on Monday and it’ll be here in a few more days.
@@coolstamperI'm sure it will but it's more likely that this model will have a "shake" button anyway. 👍
I liked the Pro 2 5.8 qt I tried the 6 quart with the dual blaze I hated the pull out tray in the bottom and I got rid of it.
Hi I have the dual ninja air fryer I love it the best thing I ever bought
So thorough!! You are great at this!!! My only question where you raised a red flag for me is when you talked about Teflon and ceramic. Is cooking with the other more healthy than the other?? I’m a little lost why you bring that up👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Hello! I brought up the ceramic coated air fryer because I get questions about it. Some people do not want to use the teflon non-stick coated air fryers. This is the research I have found and go off of: www.healthline.com/nutrition/nonstick-cookware-safety#teflon-and-pfas - but not everyone agrees. Hope that helps!
Can you please give a review on the Seedeem air fryer, with the clear window and color interface. Thanks.
I'm going to check out the Dreo Chef
Which one is non toxic that’s what am interested in because my kids will be using it, great video
I’ve cooked with both styles, and I definitely prefer the air fryer oven style “hands down”. I can cook 2 separate dishes simultaneously between the 3 different sliding shelf’s. It has heating elements on the bottom and top, so the air circulation is double. Clean up is pretty simple, I usually line the solid tray with aluminum foil, so clean up is pretty simple and I usually cook in separate trays that can be washed with Dawn power wash. 👍
Instead of checking temperature all of the time with a thermometer, I bought a Brio with a temperature probe. Very happy with it.
Super cool!
I have bought dual blaze last year after having watch your review video and i am so happy with it .i am about to buy the gourmia 7quart of Costco...this is why am back to your videos ...what do you think i was told it was the cosori dupe?? Good price ...to help for dual use
Is there an airfryer that cooks chicken and then I can use same pan to make gravy using juices. I like the look of cosori dual blaze. I have has a cosori for about 3 years and love it. Thank you for your advise video's. Ann
Thanks so much ❤
Thanks for watching!
Hey Empowered Cooks! 🍲 Your air fryer guide was a game-changer! 🚀 After watching, I got the Cosori based on your recommendation, and it's been a kitchen superhero. 😎 Love the detailed reviews, keep empowering our cooking journeys! 💪🔥
Awesome! So glad to hear it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I have bigger air fryers at home, but I work out of my truck 12 hours a day and I keep a 2 quart air fryer in my truck it’s small and doesn’t take up much room but it works very good gets hot really fast
i just order you,re book can,t wait!!
Thank you!
I’ve never used hot pads. Never heard of them. I have used pot holders and oven mitts. 😁
Would love to see a review of turboblaze vs dual blaze!
Hello Can you please tell me the actual size of the inner basket of the Cosori. Width, length and depth. I live in South Africa and was researching air fryers when I came across your video. I loved it . Thank you for all the info. Regadss Magda
Thank you for sending me information about this. But do you ever recommend the oven type ?
Hi Rita, I have yet to find an oven style air fryer that doesn't get hot on the outside and is a pain to use.