Best Large Air Fryers of 2025
These appliances can handle everything from corn on the cob to Cornish hens
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Air fryers do a great job of cooking fries and other crispy foods. They’re great at reheating meals, too. But they can do a lot more than that, especially when you have a lot of space to work with. Large air fryers, which we categorize as models with a measured capacity of 5 or more quarts, can cook full meals for multiple people, crisp up a big batch of wings, fries, or veggies for a party, and even roast a whole bird. And if you have pans that fit your air fryer, you can bake cookies, brownies, and other sweet treats, too.
To determine which air fryers qualify as large, we don’t just go by the manufacturer’s description. In Consumer Reports’ tests of more than 75 air fryers, we’ve noticed that the advertised capacity is often less than the actual measured capacity. For instance, the capacity of the Kenmore KKAF8Q is claimed to be 8 quarts, but our testers found that its actual capacity is 6.3 quarts. So we judge capacity based on our own measurements.
We’ve tested a wide range of air fryers in our labs, and a good number of large-capacity air fryers received impressive scores in our evaluations of how easy their controls are to use, how easy they are to clean, and how much noise they make. We’ve rounded up the six very best large air fryers from our tests.
If you’re searching for a smaller appliance—one that cooks well for one or two people—see our picks of the best small air fryers. CR members can get all of the specs on the full lineup of air fryers we’ve tested by exploring our comprehensive air fryer ratings, where you can filter according to price, size, and other features that suit your needs. To learn more about the different types of air fryers and how we test them in CR’s labs, see our air fryer buying guide.
Measured capacity: 7 quarts
Dimensions: 13x12x15 in. (height by width by depth)
The Tabitha Brown for Target 8 Qt. Digital air fryer receives top scores for ease of cleaning, including the basket and the interior and exterior of the appliance. It also does well in our test for noise, in which we measure sound in decibels at the ear when the appliance is placed at countertop height. This model has a convenient viewing window that allows you to check on your food without opening it and losing heat. A big plus: It’s the least expensive air fryer on this list.
Measured capacity: 5.2 quarts
Dimensions: 13x12x16 in.
The Instant Vortex Plus 140-3089-01 has a clear window, making it easy to monitor your food without having to pull out the basket. It earns a top-notch rating for its digital controls, and this dishwasher-safe fryer also delivers strong performance in our noise and cleaning tests. It comes with programmed and customizable settings, “odor erase” technology to help keep its basket fresh, and a one-year warranty.
Measured capacity: 6.7 quarts
Dimensions: 14x13x16 in.
Adorned with a floral design, the Pioneer Woman PW6136170192004 fits right in with the brand’s collection of colorful goods. It’s one of the only models in our ratings with a measured capacity larger than its claimed capacity (6.7 quarts compared with 6.3 quarts). It’s also the rare model with a built-in timer and cord storage. This air fryer excels in our cleaning and noise evaluations, and it receives pretty high marks for its easy-to-use controls, too. With eight programmed settings, a digital display, and a dishwasher-friendly basket, there’s a lot for families to love. Plus, it has a generous two-year warranty.
Measured capacity: 7.1 quarts
Dimensions: 13x12x16 in.
The NuWave Brio Plus 37401 is the second-largest air fryer on this list, and its 7.1-quart capacity can fit a good amount of food, which is ideal if you’re batch-cooking or preparing a meal for multiple people. It excels in our assessment of its controls and for ease of cleaning, and it’s almost as quiet as air fryers get. Its digital controls are also near the top of the machine and angled upward, so it’s a little easier to use them without stooping down. NuWave claims this air fryer is nontoxic and free of PFAS, a class of chemicals found in nonstick coatings that have been linked to numerous health problems.
Measured capacity: 5 quarts
Dimensions: 10x15x21 in.
At 22 pounds, the Typhur Dome AF03 is the heaviest air fryer on this list, so you may want to just leave it on the countertop if you have space. It’s also the priciest air fryer in our ratings. It may not have the most intuitive controls, according to our tests, but it’s easy to clean—with a dishwasher-safe basket—and it receives an excellent score in our noise tests. It has a self-cleaning function to remove oil and stains, and you can adjust your settings and monitor cooking in the Typhur app.
Measured capacity: 6.3 quarts
Dimensions: 12x13x16 in.
Frigidaire may not be the first name you’d think of when you’re considering buying an air fryer, but the Frigidaire FRAFM100B performed excellently in our ease of cleaning tests. It’s also pretty great when it comes to clarity of controls and ease of setting the desired time and temperature. Its performance in our noise tests was very good as well. And while it may have a capacity far short of its claimed 8 quarts, you can bake cakes and more, and reheat foods, making it more versatile than some other options here.
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