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The Sun
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Cheapest places to buy top-rated air fryers including popular Ninja one
IT'S no surprise that air fryers remain all the rage as they can be a cost-effective and healthy way of cooking your meals. If you're wanting to join the hordes of air fryer enthusiasts, you don't need to spend a crazy amount. 6 You can get these gadgets at all sorts of prices to suit your budget, but of course it's likely you also want one that is good quality and has earned top reviews from other customers. You'll also want to consider the type of air fryer that would suit your needs - for example, whether you need it to fit into a small kitchen, or if you want something that can feed a large number of people, or if you want it to double up as an oven. That's why The Sun has put together a guide to the cheapest places you can buy some of the best-loved air fryers depending on what you're looking for. We used Google Shopping to compare prices and also considered any extra discounts you can get. Compact air fryer: Ninja Double Stack XL SL400UK Cheapest place to buy: Ninja's official store on eBay If we're talking about the top-rated air fryers, it would be impossible not to mention Ninja. Cooks looking for something that won't take up too much space in their kitchen should consider the Ninja Double Stack XL SL400UK, as it's slimmer than most air fryers. It does come with a hefty price tag, selling for £229.99 on the Ninja website. However you can get it for a cool £50.99 off if you buy a refurbished version on eBay at £179. Shoppers race to Lidl for 'absolute steal' dupe of Ninja DOUBLE air fryer Ninja has its own eBay store where it often sells refurbished air fryers for a discounted price. There are still plenty available and they're described as 'good condition' and 'fully working' but with 'some cosmetic imperfections'. You will still have a one-year warranty on the air fryer, which is standard with Ninja products. The double-stacked air fryer can cook four foods at the same time, but it's 30% slimmer than other Ninja gadgets. It can cook enough food to feed up to eight people. Customers on the Ninja website have given it a decent 4.3 out of five stars, and they say it 'definitely hasn't disappointed'. One reviewer wrote: 'It's so easy to use, I do like the drawers one on top of the other, feels solid, easy to clean.' Another said: 'The bonus of dual stack and dual layer is being able to cook more than one meal at a time and sync the cooking time to take care of everything… Love it!' Big air fryer: Tefal XXL Dual Easy Fry 11L If you're looking for something that can feed a large amount of people, you'll want to consider something like this 11L air fryer. The gadget's large capacity means it's ideal for eight to 10 people, or for batch cooking. Tefal XXL Dual Easy Fry 11L usually sells for £199.99, but it's currently on sale on the Tefal website for £139.99. If you haven't already signed up for email updates from Tefal, you can also get an extra 15% off - taking the total down to £118.99, and it also comes with free delivery. The device is also selling on Amazon for £139.99 with free delivery, but you wouldn't be able to get the further 15% discount. It's the largest dual air fryer that Tefal sells and can cook two different foods at once. It has seven pre-set programs, including Fries, Chicken, Vegetables, Fish, Dessert, Dehydration, and manual temperature control. Reviewers have raved about it, saying it's an 'outstanding piece of kit'. One person said: "Absolutely love this new addition to our kitchen. We've had it for almost two weeks and our oven has only been on twice." Another said the air fryer had made 'the best roasties ever' and added: 'OMG they were the crispiest and fluffiest potatoes I'd ever eaten.' Rise of the air fryer Air fryers have maintained their spot as the most popular kitchen gadget in the UK last year. Annual sales figures from Lakeland show sales of air fryers were up 1,175% on last year – when they were already soaring in popularity – as households continue their efforts to save energy on standard ovens. The retailer said: 'In previous years, their popularity could be attributed to consumers seeking healthier cooking options and fast cooking times. 'However, with the cost-of-living crisis continuing, air fryers have a renewed appeal as an efficient alternative to oven cooking.' The only other products that 'shaped the year' were heated airers – with sales up 51% – and heated textiles, such as heated throws and ponchos, Lakeland said, as households bought gadgets as an alternative to expensive dryers and central and electric heaters. Single-drawer: Cosori TurboBlaze Cheapest place to buy: Amazon (Prime customers) 6 Another air fryer that's earned rave reviews is the Cosori TurboBlaze, which is best for those just wanting to cook for a small number of people. The 6L air fryer usually sells for £159.99, but Amazon Prime customers can currently get it for £99.99. If you don't have Prime, it's still on offer but for £119.60. Alternatively, you can get a used version for £92.98 through Amazon Resale, which sells on returned products. The air fryer is described as in a 'like new' condition and Amazon Resale says it thoroughly checks the quality of each item before it's resold. Reviewers say the Cosori Turboblaze 'cooks to perfection and is very quick doing it'. One person on the Amazon website called it 'brilliant' and said it was 'surprisingly quiet and so easy to use and clean'. Dual drawer: Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Digital Air Fryer 7.6L Cheapest place to buy: Amazon or Ninja (with email sign-up) 6 Of course, another Ninja air fryer has made the list. This is one of the top-rated dual-drawer air fryers and reviewers say it's 'absolutely fantastic'. Once again Amazon is the cheapest place to buy as it's currently on offer for £145. However, if you're willing to sign up for Ninja's email newsletter then you can get it even cheaper on the Ninja website. The gadget is selling for £149 on there but you get 10% off if you sign up to the newsletter, taking the cost down to £134.10. The air fryer can cook two foods at once with six cooking functions: Air Fry, Max Crisp, Roast, Bake, Dehydrate and Reheat. Reviews say it's a 'brilliant device' and 'well worth it' despite the high price. One reviewer wrote: 'This air fryer is absolutely fantastic! It has so many amazing features that make cooking so much easier. 'You can air fry, roast, bake, and reheat—it's like having several appliances in one! The crispy results are perfect every time, and it's great for making healthier meals without sacrificing taste.' Air fryer oven: Breville VDF130 Halo Flexi 11L Dual Oven Air Fryer Cheapest place to buy: John Lewis or Amazon Shoppers wanting an air fryer that also doubles as an oven should look no further than this Breville version. The extra-large 11L gadget has 12 ways to cook your food, including baking and grilling. You can also sync the different compartments so that each food you're cooking will finish at the same time. Both John Lewis and Amazon are offering it for £149.99. However if you're happy to get it through Amazon Resale, you can get one in 'like new' condition for £104.19. One reviewer on the Amazon website said they have found the product 'very practical for a family of four' as they can cook different meals at the same time. "Dinner is now made quickly and efficiently. Which means more time to spend with the family!!!!" they said. Another wrote: 'I bought this to replace my old airfryer . It is absolutely fantastic. So many different uses . Easy to clean. Very easy to use. I love it .'
The Independent
08-05-2025
- General
- The Independent
Best ice makers for cocktails and summer parties
Keeping drinks cool for a crowd can be a logistical nightmare in barbecue season. But fear not: the best ice machines will ensure your guests are sipping cold beers and frosty G&Ts. These American appliances are fairly new to the UK market, so there are few available. While it might sound slightly extravagant to get an ice maker just for the occasional summer garden party, as with many other handy kitchen gadgets, you'll soon find plenty of uses for these cool appliances. From daily soft drinks to cocktail evenings, an unlimited supply of clean, clear ice cubes can come in handy. If you like to serve seafood platters at dinner parties, meanwhile, you'll have ice aplenty to keep oysters and prawns nice and fresh. Ice machines are consistent and quick, producing batches of cubes in a few short minutes, rather than hours. They're easy to operate – just fill the tank with water, choose your preferred ice size and let the machine work its magic, rapidly cooling water into perfect ice cubes. Once you see how quick the process is, you might start to wonder how you ever got by without an ice machine. Scroll on for our pick of the best. How we tested All the ice makers in this feature were tested in the same kitchen, using regular tap water. We evaluated each machine on how quickly it made ice, the quality of the ice produced, how easy the machine was to use, and the overall design. Why you can trust IndyBest reviews Alicia Miller is an award-winning travel and food writer who has tested everything from the best skillets to the best rice cookers for IndyBest. In her reviews, Alicia shares her honest opinions and will only recommend products she believes are worth your money. The best ice machines for 2025 are:
