Best air fryer deals LIVE – I'm a chef, and these are the only Black Friday deals worth your money
Air fryers are useful appliances but notoriously hard to buy. I'm a trained chef - these are the only deals to consider
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When air fryers first entered the culinary scene a few years ago, I thought they were a gimmick. They seemed like a fad that would quickly fall out of fashion.
Years later - and dozens of air fryer reviews later - I have to concede that these appliances are life changers; I use mine every day. They make it quick and easy to cook a huge range of different foods with less oil than frying or roasting.
This isn't just sales bluster to get you to click. I'm a trained chef, so I know exactly what good food looks like. I've tried dozens of air fryers, so I know firsthand which products are worth your time, and which are fairly priced and offer genuine discounts. The rest of the team is the same, with dozens of air fryers under their belts.
Black Friday deals are finally here, and so far this year is much better than the last. Many of our favorite air fryers are already much cheaper than they were last Black Friday. We track prices throughout the year, so we know which too-good-to-be-true deals are lies and which are actually worth your money. I'm keeping an eye on the deals minute-by-minute, so I can let you know immediately if a new deal lands or a price suddenly drops. We never recommend a fake deal. If you need a good air fryer deal, you'll find it here.
Lydia is the Kitchen Appliances Editor for Homes & Gardens, testing everything from coffee machines and juicers to air fryers and KitchenAids. Lydia trained in cookery at Leiths School of Food & Wine and was previously Recipe Editor for Mindful Chef. She’s also worked on editorial for brands like Six Senses and Deliciously Ella.
Best Black Friday Air Fryer Deals
Want to jump right to the deals? Here's the best deals I've seen today:
- Ninja: up to 48% off our favorite air fryers
- Our Place: $46 off the Wonder Oven
- Dreo: $143 off the top-rated ChefMaker
- Amazon: up to half off 1000s of air fryers
- Best Buy: $100 off Breville and Ninja
- Kohl's: air fryers for under $100
- JC Penney: nearly 70% off air fryers
- Target: a Gourmia air fryer for just $30
- Sur La Table: $100 off Breville
- Walmart: air fryers for under $50
- Williams Sonoma: half off Philips air fryers
Our favorite air fryer deals
After trawling through thousands of deals, these are the best deals on my favorite tested air fryers. These are the best air fryers you can buy - ignore deals on anything else.
Before I log off for the evening, I wanted to leave you with some clear advice, in case you're still on the fence! If you're torn between the Ninja and Instant deals on my list, here’s my verdict:
Instant makes the best value, small air fryers with viewing windows. They are affordable and easy for beginners to use, but not quite as glamorous as Ninja.
However, Ninja makes the best big air fryers with premium features. A winner for large family-sized portions, Ninja is slightly more expensive, but more premium with high-quality interfaces and controls.
Below are the best models from both brands – you absolutely can't go wrong with either of these. With Black Friday passing by quickly, time is running out! I'll be back tomorrow with more updates.
I've spent months researching the best non-toxic air fryers, and recently, the brand Bella caught my attention. While I haven’t tested it yet, its ceramic coating is notably free from PFAS, PFOA, PTFE, lead, and cadmium – important features for anyone prioritizing safer cookware.
If you're an air fryer beginner or somebody who lives alone, this mini model could be the one for you! I'm usually not as keen on round air fryers, since a square or rectangular basket will offer better cooking space. However, this Ninja performs well and it's affordable. Let's hope you're looking for a bold appliance too – cherry red is supposed to be in for 2025, I hear!
Again, older air fryers can be a smart choice, because while their performance hasn't changed, they've been knocked down the pecking order by newer models, so they're much cheaper than they used to be.
The popularity of air fryers means that companies push out lots of different versions of the same basic model. This means that models with tiny differences - a slight bigger drawer or function - can be much cheaper than their most recent iteration. For example:
One of the best ways to save money on air fryer deals is to size down. Air fryers can hold a surprising amount of food, so you don't always need that 10-quart behemoth. Sometimes, a smaller air fryer works just as well while saving you more money.
You can also save money by choosing a refurbished air fryer - the air fryer below is an excellent example:
One of our old favorites is now ridiculously cheap. We love this air fryer. It's fast, compact, and simple. It won't steam your veggies or tell you the doneness of your meat like fancier air fryers, but it's perfect for throwing in some frozen fries for a quick dinner after work.
Our pick for the best non-toxic air fryer is also on sale. It has a stainless-steel basket with none of the PFOA concerns of other air fryers. It blew us away on test; it's technically a multicooker, but the air fryer is so good that it's like an air fryer with a ridiculous amount of bonus features. If you want an air fryer that can also slow cook, sous-vide, and even make yogurt, this is the one.
If you're looking for air fryers under $100, I've got some solid options for you.
Firstly, look at Cosori; I rate this as the best value brand. They don't offer viewing windows or the most exciting features, but their core range of air fryers always performs excellently in the test kitchen. The cooking performance is quick, very crispy, and easy to control - thanks to their intuitive interface. This hits my brief when I'm testing the best air fryers.
I've found a great deal on the 6QT model, which I've detailed below. It's large enough for a family-sized serving of vegetables, 2 lbs of French fries, or four portions of chicken thighs. This Cosori is usually priced above $100, but it's much cheaper in the Black Friday sales.
Otherwise, you'll want to look out for a small or 'mini' air fryer. These won't suit families, but they're a good option for individuals or couples looking for lower air fryer prices. I'll keep you updated on the best small air fryer deals, so stay tuned.
I'm back with another deal. I just found this generous discount on Ninja's smallest air fryer. The traditional black colorway is sold out, but I actually really like the white option (I'm not so convinced about the bright red and blue...)
The round, 4QT basket is best suited to couples or individuals. This size can fit two portions of salmon, some French fries, or vegetables. I recommended this deal to my sister, as she's a student who is short on time and space.
Ninja vs Instant Pot - which is a better two-drawer air fryer?
If you asked us last year, we would've given the win to Instant Pot. The Instant Pot Vortex Plus XL is an incredibly efficient two-drawer air fryer, the two-drawer version of the Instant Vortex Plus, our favorite air fryer.
But Ninja snatched the crown with the DoubleStack. It offers more food in a sleeker countertop footprint. It can nestle between cookbooks and cereal boxes in a way that the Instant air fryer can't. That's unbeatable.
There's very little difference between the two for cooking quality, though the Ninja is slightly faster.
For more information on these deals, take a look at this comparison table.
| Header Cell - Column 0 | Ninja | Instant |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 11.25" x 19.22" x 15.14" | 14.9" x 11.8" x 13" |
| Capacity | 10 Quarts | 8 Quarts |
| Settings | Air fry, max crisp, bake, roast, reheat, dehydrate | Air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, dehydrate, |
| Cleaning | Removable parts are dishwasher-safe | Dishwasher-safe baskets and trays |
| Temperature range | 105°F–400°F | 95-400°F |
| RRP from brand | $249.99 | $189.99 |
Coming in hot with a celebrity endorsement, we've got a $30 discount on Brooke Shields' air fryer. I've shopped around Target and Walmart but I found the deepest discount on Amazon.
Some of the best air fryers are multipurpose machines. Here's my favorite countertop oven from KitchenAid, now with a $60 discount at Amazon.
I've just spotted a deep discount on one of the best air fryers for beginners. With a four-quart capacity, the Instant Essentials Air Fryer is slightly on the smaller side, but ideally sized for small families. Plus, it's super-easy and intuitive to use.
What makes an air fryer toxic?
As a trained chef and H&G's resident Kitchens Editor, I'm often asked: 'are air fryers toxic?' My research shows that air fryers can be toxic if you ingest some of non-stick coating, but only if that coating is damaged by scrubbing or scratching. I suggest you steer clear of non-stick chemicals, such as PTFE, PFOA, PFOS, and BPA, in favor of ceramic and stainless steel.
For your peace of mind, I've ranked and reviewed six of the best non-toxic air fryers. One of my favorites is listed for less on Amazon this Black Friday. Last night, the Instant Pot Duo Crisp was selling for $149.95, but now that deal has dropped by another $50 to $99.94.
If you're working with limited counter space, or you're stuck in a small kitchen, then you need a smaller air fryer. The Instant Vortex Slim is designed to fit in narrow nooks, though it's deceptively capacious.
What is a French door air fryer?
A French door air fryer looks a lot like a French door refrigerator in miniature: double doors with two vertical handles in the middle for easy access. A French door air fryer tends to be large and long, taking up about as much counter space as a convection oven.
Double doors means more glass and greater visibility, so it's easier to monitor your food and make sure you don't overcook it. I've tested dozens of air fryers, and I prefer French doors for kitchen safety: you're less likely to burn your wrists and forearms when you open the doors.
If you're catering for a large family, or you want to make bigger portions to eat now or save for later, then you need a bigger air fryer. This dual-basket model makes crispy fries and tender veg and reheats frozen food just right.
Air fryer accessories – how to make the most of your air fryer
Recently, I compiled a kitchen gift guide for the holidays and I tracked down all the little extras that make air-fried food taste that much better.
I know it's called 'air frying', but my fries come out crispier when I use a little bit of olive oil. I don't pour it straight into the basket: that would defeat the entire point of air frying. Instead, I spray a few squirts of olive oil onto the bottom of the basket to help my food retain moisture and stop it from sticking to the basket.
For quick and convenient clean-up, I like to use air fryer liners for single-serve breakfasts and desserts. I use silicone liners, because they're reusable, and easy to clean in a bowl of warm, soapy water.
That's me signing off for the night. I'll be back in the morning, checking all the prices on the hottest products, and bringing you the best air fryer deals before the Black Friday rush.
Yesterday, I said that Black Friday deals are looking a lot better than last year's, in terms of breadth of deals and depth of discounts. That's still true, but I didn't notice a big drop in prices overnight. The price on the world's best air fryer, the Instant Vortex Plus, has actually risen in the last few hours (only by a few cents, though, and it's still a steal).
Morning, everyone. Chef Lydia here back to bring you more of the best air fryer deals.
Often, the bigger the air fryer, the more expensive it is. You're paying for enhanced cooking capacity and maybe a few more cooking pre-sets or special features. That's why you should always snap up a discount on a large air fryer when you see one. This deal went live in the UK yesterday, and now it's available for our US readers.
You'll get more from your money this Black Friday when you shop a multipurpose machine. As a trained chef, I appreciate the versatility of something like the Ninja Combi Multicooker. It comes with no fewer than 14 functions: you can cook rice, sear steak, steam vegetables, and proof bread in this thing.
Ninja vs Cosori - who makes the best air fryers?
We think Ninja makes better air fryers. Our favorite Ninjas are faster, cooks more food, and have more functions. However, lots of Cosori air fryers have an Alexa connection, so if that kind of functionality is important to you, I'd go with Cosori.
However, Cosori has seen several issues in the past few years. Which? recently claimed that their air fryers collect personal data, and last year, millions of Cosori air fryers were recalled.
If you're prepared to sacrifice some functionality, I've just caught a great deal on one of our favorite non-toxic air fryers. It's an older model, but it's still a great appliance.
One of the best ways to save money is to buy refurbished old appliances. They're often just as good as newer models, but you can save a lot of money.
