Air fryer deals heat up as Ninja, Instant Pot and Cosori lead the market
A roundup of basket-style, oven-style and multi-cooker models with discounts from major brands
Deals on air fryers from Ninja, Instant Pot and Cosori are dominating online shopping pages this week as retailers roll out savings on popular kitchen gadgets. Shoppers can find basket-style models such as the Cosori 9-in-1 TurboBlaze for $119.99, down from $129.99, and the Instant Pot Vortex at $99.99, a 29 percent drop from $139.99. Oven-style units are also discounted, including the CHEF iQ MiniOven at $399.99 (33 percent off the $599.99 list) and the Instant Pot Vortex Plus at $109.95 (35 percent off from $159.99).
Basket-style air fryers remain the go-to for quick snacks and family meals, with brands highlighting simple presets and fast cleanup. The Cosori 9-in-1 TurboBlaze touts a six-quart capacity and a preheat program that adapts cooking time to the temperature. The Instant Pot Vortex uses EvenCrisp technology to deliver a crispy finish with little or no oil, and it preheats in about three to five minutes. These models are easy to use and easy to clean, with nonstick baskets and dishwasher-safe parts.
Oven-style models offer more space and versatility, though they can require a longer learning curve. The CHEF iQ MiniOven lets users monitor meals from a smartphone through the CHEF iQ app and can air fry, dehydrate and bake. It ranges from 70 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit and can roast up to 30 percent faster than conventional air fryers. The Instant Pot Vortex Plus is a six-quart unit with a large clear window to view progress without opening the door, and it includes odor-control filters to minimize smells. The Vortex Plus also bakes, roasts and re-heats, providing multiple functions in a single appliance.
Large-capacity options remain popular for family meals. The Ninja DoubleStack uses a stacked design to maximize capacity while staying relatively compact, with a Smart Finish feature that synchronizes cooking times for different foods and a Match Cook option to replicate settings across the eight-quart chamber. The Chefman multifunctional air fryer offers a 10-liter capacity and presets for air frying, baking, dehydrating and roasting, appealing to households that want a single appliance for several tasks, though cleaning can be trickier due to wire racks. The Instant Pot Pro Crisp 11-in-1 air fryer and multi-cooker combines pressure cooking and air frying, giving families the flexibility to pressure cook, slow cook, saute, steam, sous vide, roast, bake, broil and dehydrate.
Compact and budget-friendly options round out the market. The Cosori Lite Mini is designed for single servings or small spaces, while the Chefman TurboFry 2-quart model offers a lower price point and a simple control panel. Energy use for most countertop air fryers is similar to a toaster oven, and many models offer quick preheating and dishwasher-safe parts, helping keep electricity and cleanup costs manageable. As with all deals, prices are subject to change and stock may vary by retailer.
Dealers highlight that the trend toward healthier, faster cooking has kept air fryers in demand as families seek convenient ways to prepare snacks and meals. The current round of discounts is being featured on major deals pages, including Fox News Deals, which aggregates offers from retailers like Cosori, Instant Pot and Ninja. Consumers should compare finish times, preheat requirements and whether a model includes useful features such as a clear viewing window, odor control or phone app connectivity.