Is an air fryer worth it?

Here's a practical breakdown of whether an air fryer is worth buying, based on real-world use:

1. Health seekers are worth buying
Oil reducing tool: When making fried chicken and French fries, simply brush a thin layer of oil, and the finished oil is more than half less than traditional frying, suitable for fat control people.
Alternative to unhealthy cooking: can be used to grill vegetables and tofu without oil, avoiding oil smoke and baking, and preserving the nutritional value of ingredients.

2. Time saving party recommendation to start
Significant acceleration: No need for preheating, put frozen French fries/chicken chunks in, take about 12 minutes to cook, twice as fast as an oven.
Lazy friendly: Pre made dishes (frozen pizza, chicken rice pudding) can be thrown directly into the frying basket with just one click, eliminating the need to flip over on fire.

3. Carefully consider the small kitchen
Land occupation issue: The machine itself is relatively large (about the volume of two rice cookers), and households with limited countertop space need to plan the placement location.
Frequency of use key: If only used 1-2 times a week, the cost-effectiveness is not as good as a multifunctional oven; High frequency use is necessary to realize its value.

4. Taste acceptance varies from person to person
Advantage: The skin of meat is crispy but not greasy (such as chicken wings and pork belly).
Limitations: Water containing ingredients (such as onion rings) are prone to drying out; The crispness cannot compare to deep frying.

5. Do not underestimate the cost of cleaning
Convenience: The accessories can be disassembled and washed, eliminating the worry of oil residue in the pot.
Trouble point: The heating tube needs to be manually wiped every month, and the odor is difficult to remove after the accumulation of oil stains (especially after cooking seafood).

Not recommended audience
Those who pursue ultimate crispness: Fried enthusiasts will be disappointed.
Large family users: Limited cooking capacity per session (usually 3-5L capacity is only enough for 2-3 people).
Exclusion of noise: The sound of the fan is comparable to the mid-range volume of a wall breaking machine.