Best Air Fryer 2026 | Philips vs Inalsa vs Agaro vs Kent vs Nutricook vs NUUK | Non Stick vs Glass

Key Buying Advice

The presenter says they compared more than 100 air fryers. Prices broadly range from about ₹2,500 to ₹16,000+, with glass and dual-basket models generally costing more. Air fryer ovens are not covered.

Basket Materials

• Non-stick/Teflon: Usually lighter, cheaper, and easier to use. The presenter says Teflon is generally food-safe at air-fryer temperatures, provided the coating is not damaged. Choose a reputable brand that certifies its coating.
• Ceramic: More scratch-resistant than standard non-stick, but it is still a coating that can wear down and needs similar care.
• Borosilicate glass: Lets you watch food cook without opening the basket and losing heat. Trade-offs include greater weight and cost, exposure to a hot surface, and the possibility of cracking from impact. Glass damage may not be covered by warranty.
• Stainless steel: The presenter had seen Inalsa as the only brand using it. It is light and durable, but food sticks and cleaning is harder. The presenter recommends waiting for the category to mature.

Basket Formats

A single-basket model is simple, affordable, and space-saving, but cooks only one dish at a time. Dual-basket models can cook different foods at different temperatures and times, with some able to sync their finish. Some newer dual-basket models stack baskets vertically to save space. Most glass models remain single-basket in use, even when supplied with two bowls.

Capacity and Power

Air fryers work best when filled to around three-quarters; overfilling impairs circulation and crisping. Oversized models take more counter space and may be inefficient for small portions.

The presenter recommends at least 1,400 W for single baskets up to 4 L and 1,600 W for models above 6 L. Dual-basket models need 2,000 W or more because power is shared. Glass models are commonly 2–5 L and around 1,500–1,800 W.

Features

Presets are not essential; time and temperature can be set from a recipe. Presets for Indian dishes such as samosa, paneer tikka, and kebab may help beginners more than fries-only presets. A shake reminder is useful but not essential.

Most models reach 200°C, which covers most dishes. Consider an oven-style air fryer if you regularly need higher temperatures or a rotisserie. Dehydration is possible, but takes longer and is generally less effective than using a dedicated dehydrator.

A 30-minute timer suits most everyday cooking; look for 60 minutes or more for whole chicken or extended baking. Agaro models may offer up to 120 minutes.

Digital and dial controls cook equally well; the choice is mainly about usability. Some glass models offer bowls that can be used for preparation, cooking, and storage. App controls can save settings or run multistep programmes. Ninja’s ReCrisp mode is designed to revive refrigerated leftovers, though manual settings can also do this.

Service and Warranty

Typical warranties are one year, extending to two or three years on many premium models. The presenter’s review analysis found the strongest customer satisfaction for Philips, Kent, and Havells. Newer brands did not yet have enough reviews for a reliable comparison.

International brands such as Instant and Hamilton Beach were said to have good product satisfaction but weaker service satisfaction in India. Check local service availability, especially for newer brands.

Recommended Models

Budget Non-Stick Models

• Philips NA120: Recommended over the Philips HD9200, which costs about ₹500 more, because the NA120 offers better capacity and wattage for less. It has Rapid Air technology, a pan base designed for even cooking without flipping, manual controls, 12 presets, and 1,500 W. The presenter also cites Philips’ stronger service network.
• Kent Classic Hot Air Fryer: A basic 4 L, 1,300 W model with analogue dials, a one-year warranty, and air-fry, grill, roast, steam, and bake functions. The Kent Digi Plus offers digital controls for about ₹300 more and is described as good value.
• Cookwell Air Fryer: 5 L, 1,400 W, and a viewing window, so food can be checked without opening the basket.
• Inalsa Tasty Fry Digital: 4.2 L, 1,400 W, digital controls, and eight presets, including fry, bake, roast, and dehydrate.
• Agaro Galaxy Digital: 4.5 L, 1,400 W, seven preset programmes, a digital touch display, and a separate bake function. It also offers roast and toast functions.

Premium Non-Stick Models

• Philips HD9252: 4.1 L and 1,400 W, with digital touch controls, Rapid Air technology, and a sturdy pan base intended to cook evenly without flipping. The presenter praises its build and service satisfaction.
• Instant Vortex Plus: 6 L, 1,500 W, touch controls, and six functions—air fry, roast, grill, bake, reheat, and dehydrate—with Instant’s 360° even-crisp technology. The drawback is weaker Indian distribution and servicing than Philips.
• Hamilton Beach Digital Air Fryer: 7.2 L, with a 360-degree top-view window, a dedicated dehydration function, and a longer timer. Its after-sales presence in India is limited.

Glass Models

• Acerpure Air Fryer: A 5.5 L glass bowl, 1,500 W, and 360° Turbo Heat. Its distinctive feature is dual-mode use: it can also cook with induction heating and includes a separate 2.5 L non-stick cooking pot. The presenter calls it a good budget multi-cooker.
• Kilig Nexa Core: A 4 L glass-basket model with Wi-Fi app control for saving perfected recipes and a two-year warranty. The presenter cautions that glass-bowl damage is generally excluded from warranty and advises checking local service for this newer brand.
• EDT Luma PureGlass: Comes with 4.5 L and 2.5 L glass bowls, a 1,500 W six-in-one design, and lids for preparing, cooking, serving, and storing food. Its Nutri Retain feature is intended to preserve more nutrients. A newer, single-bowl version is available at a lower price. EDT is a newer brand, so check service availability.
• Ninja Crispi: Similar in appearance and functionality to the EDT model, but about ₹4,000 more expensive. The presenter likes its beginner-friendly presets and ReCrisp mode for leftovers. Time is adjustable, but manual temperature control is unavailable.

Ceramic Models

• NUUK Brisk: 6.5 L, with a ceramic coating described as toxin-free, 12 presets, a digital display, a shake reminder, and a 360° even-cooking feature.
• Nutricook 7.6 L Air Fryer: A large-capacity option for families or batch cooking. Its 1,700 W output is presented as faster than other models in this segment. It has a ceramic coating tested as toxin-free, plus a viewing window and built-in light.

Dual-Basket Models

• Ninja Double Stack Dual Zone: 7.6 L total capacity, about 3.8 L per basket. Its vertical layout saves space, and its 240°C maximum temperature is the highest among the models compared, making it suitable for roasting and tandoori-style dishes.
• Philips NA352: 9 L total, split into 6 L and 3 L baskets, for cooking a larger main dish alongside a smaller side. Philips is praised for product and service satisfaction.
• Kent Digital Air Fryer: A 10 L model with two 5 L baskets, viewing windows and built-in lights in both baskets, plus 10 presets. The presenter describes it as the budget pick but says it has lower wattage than the other dual-basket recommendations and will cook more slowly.

Overall Verdict

The video gives no numerical ratings or scores. Its main recommendation is to choose based on cooking habits rather than paying extra for features you may not use: a basic single-basket model suits beginners, while dual baskets are useful for cooking multiple dishes regularly.

Choose glass if visibility and avoiding frequent basket openings matter more than weight, cost, and breakage risk. Ceramic or non-stick offers a lighter, more conventional option. For service confidence, the presenter favors established brands—particularly Philips—while advising buyers to check local support for newer and international brands.

Speaker perspectives: The subtitles present one narrator; no distinct second-speaker views are identifiable.