The Tower 9 litre Dual Basket Digital Air Fryer has 2400 Watts of power, so it’s more than capable, which is going to be good news for anyone cooking larger volumes of food. Better still, the twin baskets can be controlled independently, so you can use compartment 1 for, say, chips and basket 2 for meat, or variations on the theme. There’s a Smart Finish option too, which lets you do just this, while a Match Cook option can ensure that both compartments cook exactly the same. The flexibility to use it in either single or dual zone mode immediately solves the dilemma of whether to buy a single or double drawer air fryer and gives you the best of both worlds.

Our expert product tester Helen had a mixed bag when reviewing this buy. Whilst she overall liked the idea of the deisng, having to cook at the same temperature on both sides, combined with the frustrations she experienced with the perforated dividers, left her thinking you might be better off opting for an air fryer without the flexible zones. And instead plumping for either a decent size single zone or a good dual zone air fryer. Dual zone air fryers do everything your usual air fryer can do, times two.So you can cook with the same time and temperatures across both drawers (effectively doubling the capacity of a single drawer use) or you can control either drawer independently. The advanced VORTEX technology of the air fryer ensures that the hot air circulates evenly around the food, resulting in perfectly cooked meals with crispy exteriors and tender interiors. The premise of the VersaZone is very similar to Ninja's FlexDrawer, with the choice of either one mega compartment or two smaller zones when air frying. After testing, Helen came to the conclusion that this is a top-notch air fryer with a capacity that’ll be ample for most families.It might be too big for single-person households unless you host a lot. And if you have a teeny kitchen, you’ll need to be prepared to find space for it, since it’s quite wide and tall. Furthermore, it’s one of the most expensive Ninja air fryers - a fact that can’t be ignored in your decision about whether to buy. The dual basket design of the air fryer allows you to cook two different dishes at once, saving you time and effort in the kitchen. Our full Russell Hobbs Satisfry Snappi Dual Basket Air Fryer review has the full details. How we tested the best dual zone air fryers

The energy-efficient design of the air fryer uses minimal electricity, making it an eco-friendly option for your kitchen. The digital display and touch controls make it easy to adjust the temperature and time to your liking. The air fryer uses up to 85% less oil than traditional frying methods, reducing the fat content of your food and making it a healthier option for you and your family.The 'Vortex Cooking Technology' in an air fryer refers to the use of a high-powered fan and a heating element to circulate hot air rapidly around the food, creating a vortex-like motion of air. This creates a crispy and brown exterior on the food, while keeping the inside moist and tender. The air fryer features an automatic shut-off function, which turns off the air fryer when the timer runs out, ensuring that your food doesn't overcook. Cook more of the food you love with the 9L Dual Basket Vortx Air Fryer. With a larger capacity and 2 separate cooking baskets, there'll be no more arguing over what to have for dinner, making family meals much easier. Little to no oil is required, all while keeping the same great taste - so you lose the fat not the flavour. And with 30% faster cooking than conventional ovens, it's the ideal alternative for deliciously healthy meals made in record time.

The air fryer also has a built-in overheating protection system, which ensures that it doesn't overheat during use. However, if you need to use an air fryer multiple times to make enough food to feed your household, you’re probably better off cooking everything in one go in the oven. Not to mention, most air fryers are an expensive initial investment, meaning it will take a while for savings on your energy bill to cancel out their cost. How to choose the best air fryer The sleek and modern design of the air fryer makes it a stylish addition to any kitchen, while the stainless steel finish adds a touch of sophistication. Basket-style air fryers have one or two drawers where you place your food for cooking. Those with two drawers are particularly handy if you want to cook different foods at the same time, but they can take up a lot more room in the kitchen than their more compact counterparts. Every air fryer in this buying guide has either been tested at home, or at our test facility by one of Ideal Home's reviewers for a number of weeks so that we can adhere to our testing protocol, and reliably tell you what's good and not so good about these products.

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Like the Ninja, this air fryer has five other functions, and all of them are perfect for everyday cooking. The bake function is ideal for bread, the reheat function works for leftovers and you can even dehydrate oranges inside with the ability to set the temperature low for a long period of time (up to 12 hours).

The cool-touch handle and non-slip feet of the air fryer ensure that it is safe to handle and use during cooking. To do this you can make the most of Sync or Match modes, which will either sync the finish times of your food to make sure everything is ready at the same time or use Match to duplicate the cooking settings from your first drawer across to the second. How much does a dual zone air fryer cost?With 10 preset cooking functions, you can easily cook your favorite dishes with just the touch of a button.