If you've decided to get an air fryer, the next questions is: what size air fryer do you really need? These days you can find everything from compact air fryers that fit in a dorm room, to extra large ones that can feed a big family. Read on for our guide to these sizes, and find out which one is right for you!
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- How to Know the Size of an Air Fryer
- How Big is a 2-Quart Air Fryer?
- How Big is a 3-Quart Air Fryer?
- How Big is a 4-Quart Air Fryer?
- How Big is a 6-Quart Air Fryer?
- Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 1
- Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 2
- Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 3
- Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 4
- Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 5
- Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 6
- Reviews
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How to Know the Size of an Air Fryer
Air fryer sizes vary a lot, but you can find out if it suits your needs and space before buying.
First, air fryers are almost always labeled with how many quarts they can fit. This indicates the amount of food you will be able to cook at the same time.
However, even if two air fryers have the same quart label, their exterior size - and the space they will take up in your kitchen - can vary a lot. You will generally be able to find the exact dimensions for the model you are considering at Amazon.com* (see example below) or wherever you are browsing for products.
How Big is a 2-Quart Air Fryer?
A 2-quart air fryer is quite small but can be adequate for cooking for 1 person. It's especially good if you have very limited space.
You have enough space to make either a main or a side, but it will be too small to cook both at the same time.
While exterior dimensions vary with different models, most are between 9-12'' high, 8-9'' wide, and 8-11'' deep.
Popular models include Instant Vortex 2 quart air fryer*.
How Big is a 3-Quart Air Fryer?
A 3-quart air fryer is perfect for cooking for 1 person. You have enough space to make either a main or a side, and some dishes you will be able to make for 2 persons.
While exterior dimensions vary with different models, most are between 9-15'' high, 8-16'' wide and 8-16'' deep.
Popular models include Philips Compact Air Fryer* and Bella 2.9 quart air fryer*.
How Big is a 4-Quart Air Fryer?
A 4-quart air fryer is perfect for 2 persons, or for cooking both a main and a side at the same time for 1 person. You will even be able to make some dishes for 3-4 persons.
While exterior dimensions vary with different models, most are between 11-15'' high, 9-16'' wide and 10-16'' deep.
Popular models include Philips 3000* and Ninja AF101*.
How Big is a 6-Quart Air Fryer?
A 6-quart air fryer is perfect for 3-4 persons and families. You will be able to make sides for up to 6 persons, and most recipes for at least 4 persons.
While exterior dimensions vary with different models, most are between 11-15'' high, 10-16'' wide and 12-18'' deep.
Popular models include Ninja AF161* (5.5-quarts) and Cosori TurboBlaze*.
Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 1
The best air fryer size for a family of 1 is a 3-quart air fryer. If you have very limited space you could also get a 2-quart air fryer. Popular models include Philips Compact 3 qt Air Fryer* and Instant Vortex 2 quart air fryer*.
Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 2
The best air fryer size for a family of 2 is a 4-quart air fryer. Popular models include Philips 3000* and Ninja AF101*.
Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 3
The best air fryer size for a family of 3 is a 4-quart air fryer. Popular models include Philips 3000* and Ninja AF101*.
Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 4
The best air fryer size for a family of 4 is a 5-6-quart air fryer. Popular models include Ninja AF161* (5.5-quarts) and Cosori 6.0-Quart TurboBlaze*.
Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 5
The best air fryer size for a family of 5 is a 6-7-quart air fryer. Popular models include Cosori 6.0-Quart TurboBlaze* and .
Best Air Fryer Size for Family of 6
The best air fryer size for a family of 5 is a 7-8-quart air fryer. Popular models include Gourmia 7 Quart Large Air Fryer* and Chefman Air Fryer 8 Qt*.
Laurel Vance
I have purchased. Breville Oven that does Air Frying & Slow Cooker plus all the normal oven functions. I have been using this for awhile but haven’t completely come to grips with the .air .fryer. I find it difficult as where to place different items in the oven as typical the books don’t give you a lot of information. I am very happy with what I have done but feel I could do more. Any advice would be most helpful. Laurel Vance
Emmeline Kemperyd
Hi Laurel! Unfortunately I have never used that model. But, if it's a regular oven as well you might as well just use the fan option (or maybe they are calling the fan option air frying...) because an air fryer is basically a fan oven just in a smaller format. You should then be able to place the food in the same palce as when using the regular oven function. But, again, I am not familiar with that specific model so best would be to check the instruction manual or reach out to Breville and ask them! /Emmeline
Laurel Vance
Hi Emmeline
Thankyou for your expertise. I have since ventured a bit further with this oven come Air Fryer & I have just experimented with it. I feel I have come to grips with it since I last asked for help.
Many thanks
Laurel Vance