Do you prefer digital or manual controls? Digital models can make it easier to see how much cooking time is left. Some air fryer models come with smartphone control via an app. They are also a good option if you have battery or inverter constraints. Also read: Does Air Fryer Use a Lot of Electricity? Low Wattage Air Fryers are Compact and Small in Dimensions A word of caution though: if you're looking to recreate that chip shop taste at home, then you are likely to be disappointed. We find that foods made in an air fryer, and chips in particular, do have a fried quality but if you're used to deep-fried food, you'll easily be able to taste the difference. If that fried food taste is your sole reason for buying, an air fryer may not be worth it.

You don’t want the eggs to continue cooking for too long after you’ve taken them out of the air fryer. This will result in an overcooked yolk. So you want to cool down the temperature as fast as possible. Its not good if its too low and if the watts/quart is too high it can consume more electricity then needed (although keep in mind that it won’t use a lot either way)

Best Overall: Maxi-Matic Elite Compact Air Fryer

Dimensions– The amount of footprint an air fryer takes up in your kitchen is crucial for those living in small spaces. Knowing the precise length, width and height can save you from purchasing a unit that’s too large for your space. Small, low-wattage air fryers make a minimal sound while operating. Compared to large air fryers, low-wattage air fryers work quietly. The controls are spelt out on the display, so you won’t need to refer to the instructions too much and there’s also a handy ‘keep warm’ mode. I like the convenient pre-set mode that makes it easy to blast the air fryer with heat for a few minutes before loading food. (Pre-heating is something all seasoned air fryer fans swear by for best results.)

As with all cookware, you’re advised to keep your air fryer clean using non-scratch tools to avoid the build-up of burnt oil and starchy foods, the smoke from which can be harmful. These larger traditional styled air fryers are now available in sizes up to around 7-8 quarts. For a cooking area this large, I would expect a wattage of around 1700 to be able to cook well. If your air fryer is beyond repair, take it to your local council recycling/reuse centre. Use Recycle Now’s recycling locator to find your nearest one. Most air fryers in this category usually run on at least 1400 watts compared to the 1200 watts that the Chefman 4.5 QT has.Yes, you can take your air fryer for camping, but you need to be sure that there is no moisture or extreme heat on your camping ground. Your air fryer is an indoor device that requires shielding from rain and sun so ensure that you use it under shade. Some models, like Ninja Foodi Dual Zone, have a second cooking compartment that allows you to cook two different types of food (at different temperatures) at the same time, so you could make steak and chips without having to mix them together. See our guide to how to buy the best dual air fryer. Preset cooking programs

I have mentioned links, so it becomes easier to search for the product on e-commerce stores. Choose wisely and choose well. All the best! When you’re looking for the best low wattage air fryers, there are certain things you’ll want to examine:I really enjoyed using this fryer as the 5.7l basket is deep and gives you enough room for up to six portions and 1,500 Watts is ample power for anything I’ve tried. The drawer pulls out a little swiftly, so you’ll need to be mindful when taking food out, but I can tell the design is made from quality materials and built to last. Tefal has a fairly extensive spare parts shop, though for air fryers, you're only likely to be able to get spare paddles, baskets, drawers, components that are readily accessible. The only down side is the price tag but that might be due to the high quality stainless steel finish.