You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. It proved intuitive to use on test, thanks to a clear display panel, responsive controls and easy-to-use pre-sets.

It comes with a wide, bright touchscreen and five fan speeds, each of which corresponds to a different function.Do you like to choose your own temperature and how long to cook things for, or would you prefer to leave all that to the machine?

We loved its tall, compact design and simple touchscreen, which displays 12 cooking functions – from chicken, steak and seafood, to vegetables and fries. The transparent ones tend to be a feature on more expensive machines, so you need to decide how important this is to you. Read our full Breville Halo Rotisserie air-fryer review, or if you'd prefer a smaller model, read our full Breville Halo digital air-fryer review. Much like other Ninja products we've tried, we were impressed with the packaging which was largely cardboard and paper with very little plastic. The Reuse Network lists the nearest charities and community projects that will welcome your old gadgets.When we review air-fryers, each model goes through several tests: making chips, roasting chicken, grilling halloumi and aubergine, and – where possible – baking cake, to test all functions. We found this was because one drawer performed better than the other, which is something to keep in mind when cooking.

We looked for fryers with clear, simple instructions, so we could get them out of the box and cooking our dinner as quickly as possible. Finally, they make fairy cakes, to judge how well the appliance can bake and how evenly air circulates – the better baked and fluffier the cakes, the more efficient the air flow. But, this kitchen appliance cooks up perfectly-seared proteins and caramelized roast veggies in no time at all — as well as crunchy snacks and decadent desserts. Air fryers achieved cult-status after turning out thousands of chicken wings and frozen fries "fried" to crisp perfection. Passionate about finding the best home products and appliances for our readers, she has tested everything from blenders to pizza ovens.Included is a selection of new releases and firm favourites that continuously hold their position against new brand models. Recipe-wise, air-fryers are an excellent tool for not only knocking up traditional favourites, but aiding you in experimentation.

If you’re replacing an existing air fryer, there are plenty of places for you to safely recycle your old one. Carriage Restrictions: This product cannot be sent to the Channel Islands, or any countries outside the UK. Hannah has also previously worked in a florist and can normally be found caring for her house plants or sewing something new for her home or wardrobe. Similarly, Recycle Your Electricals provides helpful guidance on how to recycle your gadgets, as well as a list of organisations that may accept donations. Most air-fryers are multifunctional but not all extend their practicality to usable baking functions.

The two drawers are a good solution for quickly cooking core parts of a meal at the same time, and in less time than in a traditional oven.