We both brought in air fryers into our homes at the start of Covid.
We’re sure many of you did as well. If you haven’t yet, you probably will after reading this – and watching some of our recipes and some top Air Fryer choices here.
There are many great brands of Air Fryers on the market.
Here are the 5 best that we recommend that you can buy immediately.
Our Top 5 Air Fryers for Everyday Cooking
Here are five air fryer models we love for their performance, design, and versatility. Each one pairs perfectly with the quick, globally inspired recipes we create on Undercover Jetsetter.
- Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL 6 QT 7-in-1
This powerhouse Ninja Air Fryer Pro 6-QT 7-in-1 does more than just air fry. With seven cooking functions — including roast, broil, reheat, and dehydrate — it’s ideal for multitaskers. The 6-quart capacity fits enough for the whole crew, making it a go-to for meal prepping or entertaining.
Why Buy? Perfect for medium to large kitchens and if you’re looking for more options and greater capacity.
👉 Get the Ninja Air Fryer Pro 6-QT 7-in-1 on Amazon
2. Ninja Crispi Digital Air Fryer Oven 
A countertop favorite, the Ninja Crispi Digital Air Fryer Oven combines the best of air frying and oven- style cooking. The Crispi preheats quickly, has intuitive controls, and the wide basket makes it great for everything from flatbreads to salmon filets.
Why Buy? Perfect for medium to larger kitchens and if you’re looking for more options. Plus, you can watch your food cooking!
👉 Get the Ninja Crispi Digital Air Fryer Oven at Macy’s
- COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, 6 QT
Don’t let the compact look fool you — this COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, 6 QT model fits a lot, and the 9 presets make it super beginner-friendly. It’s great for busy weeknights, reheating pizza, or getting creative with baked goods and fish.
Why Buy? Perfect for medium kitchens and if you’re looking for more options and a larger capacity for a less expensive price tag.
👉 Get the COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, 6 QT on Amazon
- Bella Slim Air Fryer
Perfect for small spaces or solo cooks. The Bella Slim Air Fryer is budget-friendly and easy to store, but still delivers crisp results. Ideal if you’re traveling, living in a tiny home, or just want something sleek and simple.
Why Buy? Perfect for small kitchens, dorms, or RV living.
👉 Get the Bella Slim Air Fryer at Macy’s
- Ninja 5QT Air Fryer
This mid-size air fryer – the Ninja 5QT Air Fryer – strikes the right balance between performance and footprint. It’s powerful, fast, and consistent — a great pick if you’re just starting out and want something versatile without taking up too much counter space.
Why Buy? Perfect for smaller kitchens, if you’re on a budget or if you’re new to air frying.
👉 Get the Ninja 5QT Air Fryer at Macy’s
There are so many reasons why air fryers are so popular?
- Healthier Cooking: Air fryers use hot air to cook food, giving you a crispy texture — with significantly less oil — compared to traditional frying. You decrease fat in-take without sacrificing flavor or crunch.
- Convenience: They’re easy to use and faster than ovens. Set the temperature and time, and you’re good to go. Plus, there’s no pre-heating.
- Versatility: Air fryers cook a wide range of dishes from vegetables and seafood to baked goods and even reheating leftovers. Some models even come with additional functions like roasting, grilling, and baking.
- Easy Cleanup: Many air fryer parts are dishwasher-safe, making cleanup a breeze. The non-stick surfaces also reduce clean-up after cooking.
- Compact Size: Air fryers are compact making them a practical choice for small kitchens. If you’re thinking about RVing then at least one air fryer makes sense.
- Energy Efficiency: They typically use less energy than ovens, which can be a plus for both your electric bill and the environment.
- Covid: Yes, the COVID-19 pandemic definitely played a significant role in the surge of air fryer popularity. With lockdowns and restrictions in place, more people were cooking at home and looking for convenient, healthier ways to prepare meals. The air fryer, with its promise of crispy fried food using less oil, became a go-to appliance for many households.
It’s interesting to see how a global event like the pandemic can influence kitchen trends.
And it continues. Air fryers have inspired some creative culinary experiments! How about:
- Hard-Boiled Eggs
- Avocado Fries
- Bacon-Wrapped Pickles
- S’mores
- Fruit Chips
- Cottage Cheese Bites
- Air-Fried Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
If you have any crazy one, share it with us here. We are also working on some — and maybe even that list could be used.
Now, let’s show you some of ours.
Our Air Fryer Pork Loin is our most popular.
We’ve had (as of this posting) more than 173,000 views on YouTube alone.
Take a look at how easy, quick, and delicious this is.
In our next one we still with pork with our Air Fryer Pork Chops.
Notice how moist the chops stay.
Now we jump to chicken.
Here are the Undercover Jetsetter Air Fryer Chicken Wings.
These are perfect for a group coming over to watch a ball game.
Now we show you our luscious Air Fryer Chicken Thighs.
Again, quick and easy so you can enjoy your friends or watch your favorite show while the Air Fryer does the work.
We have more Air Fryer recipes coming – including Air Fryer French Fries.
Keep it here. And get cooking
John Daly and Susan Anzalone are the Co-Creators and Co-Hosts of Undercover Jetsetter, a show on travel, food, and booze. They show you how to jet set the world and at home. They also co-authored the book, The TV Studio In Your Hand: How to Shoot, Edit & Deliver the Easy Way on Your iPhone. Join them for tips and hacks on the road, at home, or in the kitchen. Yes, as you will see, all on the iPhone. Susan is an expert in food and wine since her childhood days in Australia and then the United States, being the daughter of two lifelong employees of Pan Am Airlines. John is also a world traveler starting when he studied in Italy through his alma mater Providence College. John is also a Nevada Hall of Fame Broadcaster during his years as a Las Vegas news anchor at KTNV. He gained international fame as the host of the first all-video news magazine show, Real TV while also securing his bartending and mixology credentials from the Harvard Bartending School. You can follow them here on the free Wingding app on the Food and Travel Channels, on YouTube, Facebook, X, and Instagram.