Air fryers by type
- Single drawer: one basket, straightforward controls and a modest footprint. A good fit for one or two people.
- Dual zone: two drawers next to each other, each set separately, with a sync option so both finish at once.
- Double stack: two drawers arranged vertically, with racks adding a second layer inside each. You get two-zone cooking on a narrow patch of worktop.
- Flexible drawer: a single wide drawer split by a divider you can take out, giving two zones or one big space for a joint or traybake.
- Glass: food cooks in glass dishes rather than a non-stick drawer. You can watch it cook, then serve and refrigerate in the same dish.
- Grills and multi-cookers: chargrill-plated indoor grills, plus multi-cookers adding steaming, slow cooking or baking to air frying.
Which type suits you?
| Air fryer | Suits | Worth checking |
| Single drawer | Singles, couples and quick sides. | Whether the basket fits the portions you make. |
| Dual zone | Families cooking a main and a side at the same time. | The width: side-by-side drawers need more worktop. |
| Double stack | Large households with limited worktop. | Clearance below your wall cupboards. |
| Glass | Seeing food as it cooks, and dishes that go straight in the fridge. | The dish sizes and how they stack away. |
| Grill or multi-cooker | Swapping several gadgets for one. | Which functions you'll actually use. |
Making the choice
How big?
Capacities vary widely, from compact baskets to large twin-drawer models. Around 4 litres is enough for one or two. A family of four should look at 7 litres or more, usually divided between two drawers. Some of the largest can take a whole chicken in each drawer.
One drawer or two?
Twin drawers let you run, say, chicken and chips on separate settings and still serve them together. A single large drawer is better for whole joints and bigger batches.
Functions
All air fryers air fry and roast. Plenty also bake, reheat and dehydrate; a few offer extra-crisp, grill or steam modes. Choose the functions you'll use, not the longest list.
Cleaning
Non-stick baskets and crisper plates normally go in the dishwasher. Glass dishes make it easy to see when they're clean and don't depend on a coating.
Before you order
- Measure the worktop, including the depth you need to slide a drawer fully out.
- Leave breathing room. Air fryers push out hot air, so keep them away from walls and wall cupboards while they're on.
- Plug into the wall. They draw a lot of power, so skip the extension lead.
The brands we sell
Our air fryers come from Ninja and Dreame. Browse the Ninja page for its blenders, multi-cookers and outdoor grills too.
Buying an air fryer from KDH Electrical
Each air fryer has the manufacturer's full UK guarantee. Delivery is free on orders over £600, normally within 3–7 working days; see our delivery page for smaller orders.
Seen it cheaper at another UK retailer? Our price match means we'll do our best to match it. Call 01622 541312 for help choosing, or visit our showroom in Rochester, ringing first to check what's on display.
Air Fryers: your questions answered
Which capacity do I need?
Roughly 4 litres feeds one or two people. A family of four is better off with 7 litres or more, typically as twin drawers.
What does dual zone mean?
Twin drawers that you programme separately. Use the sync option and they'll both finish at the same moment.
Stacked or side by side?
Stacking puts the drawers one above the other, so it takes less worktop width. Check the clearance beneath your wall cupboards first.
Does an air fryer need oil?
Barely any. Fast-moving hot air browns the food, so a light spray, or nothing at all, is usually enough.
Could it replace my oven?
For lots of everyday meals, yes. The small cavity heats quickly, so chips, chicken and veg are often faster than in a full oven. Big roasts and large bakes still belong in the oven.
Are glass air fryers worth it?
Cooking is the same; the difference is the glass dish, which lets you keep an eye on things and goes straight to the table or fridge. They suit anyone who'd rather avoid non-stick coatings.