Best Air Fryer 2026: Top 6 Compared

Quick picks: the best air fryers of 2026 at a glance

• Best for families (4+ people): Ninja AF500EUWH Foodi FlexDrawer — 7.6 L flexible drawer, dual-zone. From around €169 at Bol, Coolblue and Mediamarkt.
• Best for couples (1-2 people): Rowenta EZ801D10 Easy Fry & Grill XXL — 6.2 L with grill function. From around €109.
• Best budget (<€80): Princess Digital Airfryer XXL 182025 — 4.5 L, 8 programmes, grill rack. From around €79.

Looking for the best air fryer of 2026? We compared six current models from a Dutch kitchen reality: 60 cm countertops, dishwasher culture, open-plan kitchens and energy prices around €0.30 per kWh. No US Wirecutter list with dollar prices — instead concrete footprint figures, energy use per session in euros, and live multi-shop prices at Bol, Coolblue and Mediamarkt.

How we compare and how this list comes together

This buying guide combines our multi-shop price monitor with independent test data (rtings, Good Housekeeping, BBC Good Food). We rated the six picks on:

• Frying result for fries, chicken nuggets, vegetables and reheating pizza — based on the independent test data above and aggregated user reviews, not on our own cooking tests.
• Energy use per session in kWh.
• Footprint in cm (width × depth × height) — relevant for a standard 60 cm Dutch countertop.
• Noise level in dB during operation — open kitchens are standard in new Dutch builds.
• Dishwasher-safe parts — important in most Dutch households.
• Multi-shop prices at Bol, Coolblue, Mediamarkt and Amazon NL.

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Which air fryer size fits your kitchen?

For the best air fryer for your situation, capacity and footprint matter most. Three scenarios:

• Single or couple (1-2 people): 3-5 litres, around 25×25 cm on the counter, €60-€120. Fits next to a kettle on a standard 60 cm countertop.
• Small family (2-3 people): 5-7 litres, around 30×28 cm, €120-€200. One session covers dinner.
• Large family (4+ people) or dual-zone: 8 litres or 2× 4 litres, around 35×35 cm, €180-€350. Measure your counter first — a Ninja Dual Zone AF400EU needs 35 cm depth.

Still choosing between models? Read our how to choose an air fryer piece for a deeper look at capacity, wattage and programs.

Ninja AF500EUWH Foodi FlexDrawer — Best for families (€159-€199)

The Ninja AF500EUWH FlexDrawer combines one large drawer (7.6 litres) that you can also split into two zones. That lets you cook chicken and vegetables at the same time at different temperatures without flavour transfer. The 2400 W element preheats quickly. The basket is dishwasher-safe and the controls are intuitive with no app required. Available in white; also sold as the AF500EU in black.

Cosori XXL Airfryer Turbo Tower — Best dual-basket XXL (€169-€209)

The Cosori XXL Turbo Tower offers a total of 10.8 litres split across two baskets you can set independently — the most capacity of any pick here. Ideal for families of four to six. Both baskets are dishwasher-safe. Touchscreen controls; no app required.

Rowenta EZ801D10 Easy Fry & Grill XXL — Best for couples (€109-€139)

The Rowenta EZ801D10 offers 6.2 litres in a single basket with an integrated grill function via the included grill rack. Handy for couples who occasionally want to grill meat without a separate appliance. Power: 1550 W; temperature range 80–200 °C. Basket is dishwasher-safe.

Tefal Easy Fry Compact EY1428 — Best small single (€59-€89)

TL;DR: 3.5 litre compact air fryer with simple controls and fast warm-up. No app, no presets, no faff — built for whoever just wants quick fries or nuggets.

For whom: Student, one-person household or a second air fryer for a chalet or holiday home.

What stands out: With 3.5 litres (about 700 g fresh fries max) and a footprint around 25×25 cm the ideal "I don't want to think" air fryer. Mechanical dials for time and temperature, warm-up within 3 minutes, done. No screen glitches, no firmware updates.

Downsides: Limited capacity — not for families. No presets, so you set time and temperature yourself (for some buyers actually a plus). Plastic build feels less premium than Cosori.

Energy use: around 0.7 kWh per session = about €0.21 per meal.

Dishwasher: Removable basket is dishwasher-safe.

Princess Digital Airfryer XXL 182025 — Best budget (€79-€99)

The Princess 182025 offers 4.5 litres with eight preset programmes and an integrated grill rack. Power: 1500 W. For a budget model it performs solidly on fries and snacks. The basket is dishwasher-safe. No wifi or app connectivity.

Cuisinart XXL Dual-Zone Airfryer — Best XXL budget (€89-€119)

The Cuisinart Dual-Zone features two 5.2-litre drawers (10.4 L total) and seven preset functions including air fry, grill and dehydrate. At 2400 W the power output is generous for the price. Both baskets are dishwasher-safe. Touchscreen controls.

Comparison table

Model	Capacity	Footprint (w×d cm)	Dual-zone	Power	Noise	Dishwasher	Energy/session	From-price
Ninja AF500EUWH	7.6 L	37×28	Yes	2400 W	~62 dB	Yes	1.6 kWh	€169
Cosori Turbo Tower	10.8 L	38×30	Yes	2200 W	~60 dB	Yes	1.9 kWh	€179
Rowenta EZ801D10	6.2 L	31×28	No	1550 W	~55 dB	Yes	1.1 kWh	€109
Tefal EY1428	3.5 L	25×25	No	1430 W	~58 dB	Yes	0.7 kWh	€59
Princess 182025	4.5 L	28×28	No	1500 W	~58 dB	Yes	1.2 kWh	€79
Cuisinart Dual-Zone	10.4 L	36×30	Yes	2400 W	~62 dB	Yes	1.8 kWh	€99

Dual-zone or single-basket — which fits you?

The best air fryer for a family of 4 is generally a dual-zone — think Ninja AF500EUWH Foodi FlexDrawer. Two zones let you do fries and nuggets at once, both perfectly timed. The price premium is 60-100% and the footprint about 30% larger, but for anyone who cooks two components daily it pays back in time.

Single-basket models (Rowenta, Tefal, Princess) win on price, noise and compactness. For 1-2 person households, or for anyone who cooks sequentially (fries first, then chicken), single-basket is almost always the smarter pick. Dual-zone only earns its keep if you structurally cook different dishes in parallel.

What does an air fryer cost in electricity in 2026?

At a Dutch electricity price of about €0.30/kWh the per-session cost looks like this:

• Tefal EY1428 (0.7 kWh): about €0.21 per meal, €77 per year on daily use.
• Rowenta EZ801D10 (1.1 kWh): about €0.33 per meal, €120 per year.
• Princess 182025 (1.2 kWh): about €0.36 per meal, €131 per year.
• Ninja AF500EUWH (1.6 kWh): about €0.48 per meal, €175 per year.
• Cuisinart Dual-Zone (1.8 kWh): about €0.54 per meal, €197 per year.
• Cosori Turbo Tower (1.9 kWh): about €0.57 per meal, €208 per year.

For comparison: an electric oven uses about 3.5 kWh = €1.05 for the same portion of fries. An air fryer therefore saves around 60-75% per meal versus an oven. For more context see our piece on energy-efficient household appliances.

EU warranty and refurbished — why this differs from US/UK reviews

In the EU you legally have 2 years of consumer warranty regardless of what the manufacturer officially offers. Coolblue often adds +1 year via its own warranty, Bol offers extended coverage via Bol Verzekering. Mediamarkt runs PlusGarantie.

A refurbished air fryer is an under-rated route: Philips refurbished via Coolblue Outlet typically sits 25-30% below new price, Ninja refurb units appear via certified Bol Plaza sellers. Important: only buy from a certified seller with 14-day return rights, and confirm the legal 2-year warranty applies — that is standard for refurb sold by a professional party. More tips in our guide to buying refurbished.

Frequently asked questions

How many people can I cook for with a 5 litre air fryer?

A 5 L air fryer suits 2-3 people of fries or a whole chicken around 1.2 kg. For 4+ people pick 6.5 litres or dual-zone.

Is a dual-zone air fryer worth the premium?

Only if you structurally cook two different dishes in parallel (fries + nuggets, chicken + veggies). For sequential cooking a cheaper single-basket saves you 60-100% on purchase price.

How much electricity does an air fryer use per hour?

During active use air fryers draw between 1400 W (Tefal) and 2400 W (Ninja). A typical 25-minute session costs 0.7-1.8 kWh = €0.21-€0.54 at €0.30/kWh.

Which air fryer is quietest for an open-plan kitchen?

The Rowenta EZ801D10 at around 55 dB is relatively quiet. Dual-zone models like the Ninja AF500EUWH run around 62 dB — comparable to normal conversation.

Can the air fryer basket go in the dishwasher?

For all six picks in this guide: yes. Place it on the top rack and avoid the longest hot cycle — non-stick coating wears faster at high temperatures.

What warranty do I get on an air fryer at Bol or Coolblue?

Legally 2 years EU consumer warranty. Coolblue often adds +1 year Coolblue Garantie, Bol offers extensions via Bol Verzekering. Mediamarkt has PlusGarantie.

Is a refurbished air fryer reliable?

At certified sellers (Coolblue Outlet, Bol Plaza factory-certified sellers) you get the same 2 years of legal warranty. Avoid private sellers without warranty backing.

Ninja vs Philips air fryer — which do you pick?

Ninja AF400EU wins for families with dual-zone functionality. Philips HD9870 wins if you actually use connected app features and Smart Sensing. For pure price/performance Cosori or Princess come out cheaper.

Read next

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Last updated: 30 May 2026. Prices refresh every 2 weeks via our multi-shop monitor.