Air fryers are machines that “fry” food (almost) without oil, through hot air. That is why we have selected the best air fryers that you can buy in Portugal, being a good way to cook in a healthier way.
The hot air fryer uses electricity as a source of energy to prepare food, but each brand such as Philips, Xiaomi, AEG, Moulinex, Ufesa and Ninja has its particularities, which you will then learn about to make the best purchase.
1. Philips Essential Airfryer XL Connected Air Fryer
Ability: 6.2 liters
Basket: 1.2 kg or 5 servings
Power: 2000W
Screen: LED touch
Additional features: recipes through the application
First we have the air fryer Philips Essential Air Fryer, available in XL models (above) as well as in the more economical and compact base version with 4.1 liters capacity. The design is understated, here with a black finish.
It stands out for its Rapid Air technology with a star-shaped design that creates an ideal circulation of hot air for crispy and soft foods. We can download personalized recipes through the NutriU app. Parts can be machine washed.
2. Moulinex Easy Fry & Grill Air Fryer
Ability: 4.2 liters
Basket: 1 kg or 4 portions
Power: 1400W
Screen: LED touch
Additional features: recipes through the application
Second we have the Moulinex Easy Fry & Gri Air Fryerll with better quality construction and finishes. It is available in square and round format. You can prepare healthy meals without oil for 4 people and dehydrate food.
The touch screen allows you to control the 8 programs and 16 cooking functions, with temperature adjustment between 80 °C and 200 °C. Cleaning is easy, the components can be washed in the machine, in addition to the recipes available on the Moulinex App.
3. AEG AF6-1-6ST Air Fryer
Ability: 5.4 liters
Basket: 1.1 kg or 5 servings
Power: 1800W
Screen: LED touch
Additional features: recipe book
Third, we have the hot air fryer. AEG AF6-1-6ST, available in three sizes, from 2.5 L to 5.4 L depending on the volume of food you want to prepare. It has a touch screen for easy control, it is made of stainless steel and the components are dishwasher safe.
AEG has here one of the best air fryers for frying with little or no oil. It has 8 automatic cooking programs that automatically set the time for different dishes. The build quality is premium and the design, very careful.
4. NINJA MAX Air Fryer Air Fryer
Ability: 5.2 liters
Basket: 1 kg or 5 portions
Power: 1750W
Screen: LED touch
Additional features: recipe book
The fryer without oil ninjamodel MAX air fryer it is one of the best on the market and in particular one of the fastest air fryers you can buy. The tray adapts so that you can also bake cakes, in addition to the rest of the food in your tub.
For those who value build quality and versatility, being able to fry, bake, bake, reheat, dehydrate and crisp up, here’s a great oil-free fryer for medium and large families that can go in the washing machine. .
5. Ufesa AF5100 White Phantom Air Fryer
Ability: 5 liters
Basket: 1 kg or 5 servings
Power: 1500W
Screen: LED touch
Additional features: recipes through the application
The demand for the best air fryer on the market has led us to White Ghost Ufesa, also available in black. The air fryer has 8 programs that automatically adjust the time and temperature based on the food and components that can be washed in the machine.
This oil-free fryer can be controlled via smartphone with the UFESA Connect app, where we also have a guide to healthy and tasty recipes. You can cook up to 5 good portions, with a temperature that ranges between 80°C and 200°C.
6. Innsky IS-AF002 Air Fryer
Ability: 10 liters
Basket: 1.5 kg or 7 servings
Power: 1500W
Screen: LED touch
Additional features: 6 cooking accessories
The best air fryer for chicken on skewers is the Innsky ‎IS-AF002, with the largest vat on this list. It stands out for the 6 accessories included such as the chicken skewer, rotating basket for French fries, among others such as the recipe book for cooking without oil.
Ideal for those looking for a hot air fryer for large families, or who want to prepare large meals. It is its versatility and the included accessories that make it the best fryer in Portugal for chicken and one of the best fryers on the market.
7. Xiaomi Mijia Smart Air Fryer
Ability: 3.5 liters
Basket: 0.8 kg or 4 servings
Power: 1500W
Screen: LED touch
Additional features: control via Xiaomi Home app
The fryer without oil xiaomia Mijia Smart Air Fryer It is one of the cheapest and with the best value for money, especially if you value control from your smartphone – Xiaomi Home application – or through the Google Assistant and Alexa voice assistants.
It is a more compact air fryer, for families of 2 – 3 members, but very versatile. The temperature can be adjusted from 40°C to 200°C for making yoghurts, dry foods, frying, baking, reheating or cooking lower calorie foods (no oil).
Extra: the cheapest (and good) Air Fryer is SEVERIN
Ability: 1.8 liters
Basket: 0.5 kg or 2 servings
Power: 900W
Screen: LED touch
Additional features: compact design
The cheapest air fryer is the SEVERIN FR 2455, guaranteeing a good quality in the preparation of foods such as French fries, with a capacity of up to 600 grams at a time. It is also the most economical and compact airfyer, ideal for small homes.
It has an LED screen on top, with its tub that can be washed in the washing machine. You can fry, cook, grill and bake just like the others and with its very compact design it takes up less space than an A4 sheet of paper.
5 benefits of air fryers
- healthy food– Simply brush or put a few drops of oil on food to prepare meals
- Easy to use– Equipped with a touch screen, timer, multiple brew modes, cooking in air fryers is easy.
- Versatility– Fryers can “fry”, dry or dehydrate foods, reheat and even prepare yogurts
- Ease of cleaning: Internal components, such as the food basket, can be washed in the washing machine
- convenient– The best air fryers have a smartphone connection for convenient control and recipes via the app, or even through virtual assistants like Google Assistant and Alexa.
Air fryers work with hot air.
Air fryers are rectangular or cylindrical in shape. The upper part has a fan and an electrical resistance of variable power that force the circulation and heat the air, respectively. This air is directed to the food tub.
It is the action of hot air that, in effect, cooks the food we want to prepare, without the need for oil to obtain a result similar to frying. However, it is recommended to brush or add a few drops of oil for best results.
The hot air fryer uses electricity as its power source. As such, it is important to consider the wattage of each fryer and the respective power consumption of each air fryer before purchasing.
Follow our guides and make the best purchase: