08-07-2025
Compact air fryer that 'does a great job' now £18 in Amazon sale
People have said this device 'fits well in small kitchens' and leaves food 'properly crispy'
Most kitchens in 2025 will have one of these somewhere - either proudly displayed or tucked away for occasional use. With lower energy usage and quicker results, it's no wonder that the air fryer quickly became a kitchen must-have.
Air fryers like this continue to take over kitchens around the world. They rank as the third most-used appliance in UK kitchens after the toaster and microwave. And, with Amazon's July Prime Sale event, there are plenty of discounted models to consider if people want to upgrade or are just entering the world of air frying.
In one deal exclusive to Prime members, the Bella 2.74L Manual Air Fryer costs just £17.93 for the black version, down from the original price tag of £39.99. According to Amazon, the compact kitchen gadget is great for small kitches and for "feeding up to four people" without having to switch on the oven.
On the website, it claims: "Say goodbye to complicated buttons and hello to delicious, hassle-free dishes. Our small air fryers boast simple knob controls, which make cooking easy and fun. Enjoy guilt-free meals with 88% less fat and 65% fewer calories than typical fast food restaurants. Thanks to its compact size, our electric fryer fits easily on any countertop, saving you valuable space without sacrificing performance."
For those who don't need a mammoth appliance taking up space on their worktop, there are lots of alternative single-drawer air fryers. Argos is selling the 5L Tefal Easy Fry Max (£59), Debenhams has a deal on the Living and Home 5.5L Smart Air Fryer (was £89, now £35.99) and Dunelm has a very affordable Manual 4-Litre Air Fryer on sale from its own brand range (£30).
But, shoppers shared their glowing reviews of this specific model from Bella on Amazon that "fits well in small kitchens". One said: "I had been looking at Air Fryers for some time and this one caught my eye. It is basic which is good for me, easy to clean and easy to use and the price was just right. I've used it several times now and it is very efficient and takes no time at all to heat up to the desired temperature and cooks in half the time compared to my conventional fan oven."
Another added: "I bought this as a replacement for another fryer when its handle repeatedly fell off. I'm pleased to see that this one has four solid screws holding on the handle - but only time will tell if it holds up. Compared to the other well-known brands, this one is more robust with a wider frying basket, meaning that the food is properly crisped, rather than piled on top of itself."
A third wrote: "The unit is very nice and compact and can fit snugly in the tightest of spaces. The dials are nice and easy to set, and the timer automatically turns the unit off - it has a nice audible ring when it's finished. The basket and frying bed are dishwasher safe, meaning that clean-up is a breeze."
The reviews weren't all stellar, though, as some suggested there could be an issue with the handle. One wrote: "I bought this to try it as a first-time air fryer. I used it twice, and the whole handle has come apart. All the bolts and screws. I cannot repair myself. Waste of money." Another added: "The handle then came off as the attaching screws fell out one by one. Huge health risk and defective item also!" Liz said: "Great saved me a fortune on electric but it's not big enough."
However, much of the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. One more put in their review: "The air fryer has been an absolute champion for me on my lunch, it's 2.7L capacity is perfect for portioning out a meal for one person. The basket is really easy to clean and the temperature control seems like it's working perfectly. The food that comes out of this airfryer is never cold or unevenly cooked, providing I've followed the directions properly."
Another put: "Nice little air fryer, can't beat it for the price, simple and just works." Someone else wrote: "Cheap and effective well worth the money." Mike said: "Does a great job! I am so happy having this modern design airfryer."
