The 8 Best Large Capacity Air Fryers of 2024, Tested & Reviewed

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Cindy is a freelance writer and editor whose career began in cookbook publishing. An expert in bakeware, cookbooks, and kitchen organization for Food & Wine, she has reviewed over 25 vacuums, 23 steak knives, and dozens of baking tools, such as cookie sheets, silicone utensils, and proofing baskets.

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Food & Wine / Russell Kilgore

Air fryers have changed the game for people who love crisp, crunchy food but want a healthier option than deep-frying in pools of oil. But with cooking functions beyond just air frying, like baking, roasting, and reheating, they can also stand in for other appliances, streamlining both your meal prep process and cleaning your air fryer. If you’re cooking for one or two people, a small or standard air fryer suffices, but if you’re preparing food for a family, a large-capacity air fryer saves you from having to cook one batch after another for a single meal.

Assessing size, design, performance, and more, we tested and researched the best large-capacity air fryers on the market, including dual-basket and combination air fryer toaster ovens. The below picks make it easy to cook healthy weeknight meals for the family or game-day appetizers for a crowd.

It’s a cinch to use and clean, it performs well, and it’s quiet.

Having a tray versus a basket isn’t ideal.

Coming out as our overall winner, this air fryer by Instant Pot pairs good performance with a reasonable price. It scored high in the ease of use category, and we noted that “a beginner would have no problem using this machine with what is provided.” We also liked the straightforward, easily operated display. While the food is cooking, you won’t be disturbed by any loud whirrings since “the air fryer does not give off much in terms of sound from the air fryer fan.” Featuring seven functions, there are a whole lot of air fryer recipes you can make with this one appliance, including a rotisserie chicken (the appliance comes with a rotisserie spit, forks, fetch tool, and basket).

Since this air fryer uses a cooking tray rather than a basket, it can be trickier to hold and handle. “It's a little more difficult to shift things around because you don't want them to fall off the tray,” we said. Instead, use your hands or kitchen tongs to flip your food and a dish towel or heatproof oven mitts when accessing the tray. But in the grand scheme of things, it’s a low-hassle air fryer, especially considering that everything has a nonstick coating for easy cleanup and most parts are dishwasher-safe.

Capacity: 10 quarts | Dimensions: 7 x 13.23 x 14.37 inches | Temperature Range: 95°F to 400°F | Functions: Air fry, broil, bake, roast, dehydrate, reheat, and rotisserie

Offering high-level performance at a low price, the air fryer has a roomy cooking basket, and it’s almost silent while in use.

The many buttons on the display panel might be overwhelming at first.

*Editor's Note: We tested an earlier model of this Taotronics air fryer similar in size and functionality that has been discontinued. The Taotronics Air Fryer 011 has an updated glass cooking window, a built-in interior light to monitor cooking, and a slightly smaller 5.3-quart capacity.

This air fryer may have the lowest price tag on our list, but it still earned high marks for its performance. “This air fryer is a steal,” we said. “It's pretty remarkable that it has as many presets and features as it does, performs consistently well, and clocks in at under 50% of the average price.”

Speaking of all the features: We noted that the display panel with its 16 touchscreen buttons seems like a lot at first glance, but with the help of the instructions manual, you’ll get the hang of things over time. It also may be a plus for people who prefer cooking with presets, enabling you to hit a button and let the appliance do the work. Another one of its best features? We noted that “the air fryer is almost silent while operating — you can barely hear the fan whirring.” This air fryer has the smallest capacity of our picks, but at 5.3 quarts, it can still handle a whole chicken and feed a family of up to five people.

Capacity: 5.3 quarts | Dimensions: 11.7 x 13.4 x 11.7 inches | Temperature Range: 150°F to 400°F | Functions: 8 cooking presets, including air broil, air grill, air fry, and air roast

It has a thoughtful, user-friendly design and fat-removal technology.

Cleaning isn’t as convenient as other options.

This air fryer received a perfect score from our testers when it came to its design, emphasizing the spacious basket able to fit big batches of food. “The basket's handle was comfortable to use while holding and shaking. It felt easy to keep your hands away from the hot inner basket, as there is enough space between it and the handle,” we said. We also like that the digital controls on this air fryer are clear to read and understand.

One of the benefits of all air fryers is that you can use less oil while cooking, but this model takes it a step further with its “fat removal technology” designed to extract and capture excess fat from food. Unfortunately, there are no real special features besides that, and there are only five functions, which, yes, is still a lot for one device but less than others on our list. Another drawback to keep in mind is that the air fryer isn’t the easiest to clean since the crisper plate isn’t nonstick or dishwasher-safe.

Capacity: 7 quarts | Dimensions: 15.55 x 15.55 x 15.67 inches | Temperature Range: 175°F to 400°F | Functions: Fry, bake, grill, roast, and reheat

This dual air fryer is versatile, roomy, and has an easy-to-use control panel.

Cooking two different types of food in the dual baskets can be challenging.

The Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 9-Quart TriZone Air Fryer is one of the most versatile large-capacity air fryers we tested. "It's not just for air frying. It has multiple cooking functions, plus a button for reheating food," we said. This air fryer has a generous 9-quart capacity and six cooking functions. The most unique feature of this air fryer is its ability to cook two different foods at once using the individual 4.5-quart capacity cooking zones. During our tests, we found that both zones evenly regulated heat and produced mostly equal cooking results. On a day-to-day basis, we found that this air fryer works best with the full 9-quart basket to cook one larger meal at a time.

In our tests, we liked this model's modern aesthetics, and we also appreciated this air fryer's intuitive and easy-to-use display panel. We found the beep that signals the end of cooking times to be quite helpful for busy cooks. Our fries came out perfectly crisp during multiple rounds of testing, and our chicken wings were cooked to an even temperature. A final note: We liked how easy it was to clean the inside of this air fryer.

Capacity: 9 quarts | Dimensions: 18.70 x 16.33 x 14.37 inches | Temperature Range: 90°F to 450°F | Functions: Air fry, roast, reheat, dehydrate, bake, or broil

With this dual-basket air fryer, you can make two different dishes at once and get nice cooking results, regardless of what kind of food is in there.

We noticed some temperature accuracy issues.

With a dual-basket air fryer, you can cook two different foods simultaneously, making it easier to prepare a complete meal in one go instead of back-to-back batch cooking. However, sometimes you don't want two smaller baskets, and that's there the convenient design of this model comes in. A basket divider allows for two, 3.5 quart cooking or a single 7 quart capacity.

This model effortlessly handled chicken wings and hand-cut fries, and we appreciate its“Smart Finish” feature that syncs the cooking time of both baskets even with different temperatures and methods. Of course, you can still cook the same thing on both sides using the “Match Cook” button that copies settings across both baskets to make full use of this air fryer’s large capacity. We did find that temperature varied a bit during testing, but once you get used to the settings, this air fryer will quickly become a weeknight warrior for you and your family.

Capacity: 7 quarts | Dimensions: 18.19 x 11.8 x 11.26 inches | Temperature Range: 105°F to 450°F | Functions: Air fry, air broil, roast, bake, reheat, and dehydrate

It has 1800 watts of power, 10 cooking functions, and can fit many foods other models can’t.

Because of its strong heat, you need to keep an eye on your food to prevent overcooking it.

With a 19-quart capacity, this is one massive air fryer toaster oven. You can fit a 12-inch pizza, an entire chicken, or six slices of bread inside, making it particularly suitable for large families. On top of that, this appliance can handle 10 different cooking functions, so even if it takes up more space on your countertop, it can replace multiple kitchen appliances.

Since the display is not backlit, we noted that “any user with vision issues might have greater difficulty reading.” But this is offset by the fact that the display has a large font. Another caveat with this air fryer toaster oven is its almost too-powerful cooking performance. “It is very strong, so food would need to be checked frequently and begin with less cooking time than you might think you need,” we said. Once you get the hang of this learning curve, you’ll appreciate the fast cooking times.

Capacity: 19 quarts | Dimensions: 15.75 x 16.54 x 13.9 inches | Temperature Range: 85°F to 450°F | Functions: Air fry, broil, bake, roast, dehydrate, reheat, rotisserie, toast, warm, and convection

The versatile appliance offers basically every cooking function you could need.

The air frying function leaves something to be desired.

Looking at our top-ranking appliances, this air fryer pressure cooker combo wins on two fronts: It has the widest temperature range and contains the highest number of functions — 11 in total. In addition to its pressure cooking capability, this gadget offers other unique settings, like steam and sous vide, that you won’t find in other air fryers. However, you may find that some cooking functions work better than others; unfortunately, the air frying method could be improved in terms of capacity, crisp level, and ease of use.

Adding to its versatility, this product is built with a removable inner pot that can be used on the stovetop. Moving it over there is a breeze thanks to the stay-cool silicone handles. If you’re looking for culinary inspiration, check out the manufacturer’s free app featuring recipes and step-by-step instructions.

Capacity: 8 quarts | Dimensions: 14.78 x 14.24 x 14.17 inches | Temperature Range: 70°F to 450°F | Functions: Pressure cook, slow cook, steam, sauté, warm, sous vide, air fry, roast, mini bake, broil, and dehydrate

This XL dual-basket air fryer allows for cooking two different dishes at once.

The temperature control is locked at preset intervals, which allows for slightly less control.

Slightly larger than the 8-quart Ninja Foodi Air Fryer we tested, this 10-quart dual-basket air fryer is a great multitasker in the kitchen. This air fryer has six versatile cooking programs, including air frying, air broiling, roasting, and dehydrating. During our tests, we found that the temperature between both 5-quart cooking zones largely stayed within 10°F of one other when cooking the same type of food and cooking preset, allowing for even cooking results. Given its large size and footprint, we think this model would be best for a 2- to 4-person household that plans to regularly use their air fryer to cook low-fat meals with two or more components, like a protein and a veggie side.

Though there is no preheat function on this air fryer, we liked the "Match Cook" function, which allowed us to simultaneously cook two portions of the same type of food at equal temperatures. We found the basket sizes to be slightly small for baking big batches of sweets and the temperature range a bit too high for dehydrating foods, but we'd recommend this model for simple everyday cooking, roasting, and broiling tasks.

Capacity: 10 quarts | Dimensions: 13.9 x 17.1 x 12.8 inches | Temperature Range: Up to 450°F | Functions: Air fry, air broil, roast, bake, reheat, and dehydrate

Our top pick is the Instant Vortex Plus 10-Quart Air Fryer Oven because it offers great design, usability, and outstanding performance during our tests. For a value pick, we love the TaoTronics Air Fryer because of its balance of affordability, consistent results, and quiet operation.

Food & Wine / Will Dickey

To find the best air fryers, we frequently test the newest models on the market against our tried-and-true winners. We have put the winning models through rigorous rounds of testing, from air fryer staples (like making fries, toast, and cookies), to more nuanced and complex tests (like cornbread and entire chickens). Here are some of the qualities we looked for:

Some air fryers have a single basket or tray while others have dual baskets. The former is useful if you like cooking larger portions of one thing or don’t mind batch-cooking separate items. The latter are great if you prefer to cook multiple types of food at once and are okay with sacrificing a little bit of cooking capacity to do so. There are also air fryer combos that double as another appliance like an air fryer toaster oven or an air fryer pressure cooker. These have even more cooking functions than your standard air fryer.

Since the average air fryer falls between 3 and 6 quarts, we consider models with a capacity of 6 quarts and above as large-capacity air fryers. When deciding what size of air fryer you want, you should keep in mind how many people you’re feeding regularly or will be serving if you tend to host often. (If you've already got a lot of high-capacity kitchen appliances, then you want to go bigger). A family of four could make do with a 6-quart capacity, but with more people than that, you may want to look for something larger. It also helps to factor in the dimensions of the air fryer so you can see if you have enough space on your countertop to accommodate the appliance.

A good air fryer will have a wide temperature range, allowing for a greater variety of cooking methods, from dehydrating to broiling. The high end for most air fryers is around 400 or 450 degrees Fahrenheit, while the low end can differ quite a bit. For example, of the appliances on this list, the lowest temperature ranges from 70 to 175 degrees Fahrenheit. If you’re not sure what temperatures you might need in the future, you can always just look at what cooking functions the appliance has to get an idea of how much you can or can’t do.

Standard air fryers will have customizable settings for temperature and cooking time. Past that, you get into preset cooking programs for specific dishes (French fries, chicken, and fish are common ones). When these settings are available, you can just touch a button and let the appliance adjust to the right temperature and cook time for that food. Some dual-basket air fryers also have settings that synchronize the temperature and time between both sides so that two different programs finish at once.

Many large air fryers are in the 7- to 8-quart range, but you can find some that go up to 10, 12, or even over 20 quarts! Many of these extra-large air fryers double as toaster ovens or ovens, which is why there can be such a big difference in their size. Remember, that while a larger cooking capacity is great, you also have to be realistic about how much counter or cabinet space you have to store the appliance.

If you’re cooking for a family of six, a 7- or 8-quart air fryer should work just fine. Whether or not you need to cook food in batches will depend on what you’re cooking and the size of your portions. The capacity of an air fryer is what really matters when thinking of what size you need rather than its dimensions since that gives you a better idea of cooking space.

Air fryers with a capacity of 6 quarts or more should be able to cook a whole chicken as long as the cooking basket or the position of the cooking tray offers enough depth to fit the bird inside.