5 Best-Selling Air Fryers From Target, And How To Pick The Right One

Not all air fryers are created equal, it seems.

In my mind, most people in this world fit into one of two categories: Those who haven’t tried an air fryer yet and think they don’t need one, and those who have tried an air fryer and will never go back to another way of living.

From reheating food to perfectly crisping otherwise hard-to-cook foods, air fryers are simply they best. No matter how much you love the art and experience of cooking over the stove, the truth is that air fryers just make day-to-day life easier — and what could be better than that?

It’s also true, though, that there are roughly one million air fryers to choose from on the market. That’s why it’s best to break down some of the best options and their differences. Here are five of the best-selling air fryers at Target right now, and what makes them all special. 

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A no frills, budget-friendly option
At just $36.99, this air fryer is as affordable as it gets. It might not be the biggest or the fanciest (it only has analog options, which is why the price is notably lower than some other models), but for something basic and effective, it does the trick. Plus, it has hundreds of positive reviews so you know it can be trusted.
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This 12-function machine for bigger families
Have a bigger family? This air fryer not only holds 5 quarts (bigger than the average, 2-to-4-quart-size air fryers on the market), but it also allows you to use it in a variety of different ways, from traditional air frying to dehydrating your own fruit snacks. It also automatically prompts and guides you to ensure that you’re preheating and flipping the food correctly while using the machine.
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A foolproof, high tech version
If you're usually cooking for a smaller group of people, this 4-quart air fryer is a good option as well, with four simple buttons for air frying, reheating, roasting and dehydrating. It doesn’t get more straight-forward than that. It’s a little pricier than some options, but according to the reviews, it’s 100% worth it.
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A dual-basket air fryer
The best part of an air fryer is the convenience. It makes it virtually impossible to overcook or undercook food (say goodbye to dry chicken breasts forever), but it can make cooking two different types of food at once a little more difficult. This dual-basket air fryer solves that problem, making the slightly higher price tag worth it (especially if you’re cooking for picky eaters). Even if you don’t need to cook two different types of food, this could be worth it for cooking larger quantities, since it holds 8 quarts total.
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A toaster oven AND an air fryer in one
An air fryer is very similar to a toaster over in the sense that it’s very easy to dismiss them as unnecessary until you’ve tried them. Once you reheat food with a toaster oven instead of microwave or cook chicken in an air fryer instead of the oven or on the stove, there’s just no going back. It’s too fool-proof. So it makes sense that manufacturers decided to combine both functions into one. This Instant Vortex dual toaster oven and air fryer is a crowdpleaser and a comparable price to some other nice air fryers.

Target customer praise: “I have owned for a little over two months now and use daily in the am for potatoes with my breakfast. Tots and hash browns turn out really, really perfect! I have making some meats, and reheating some food and all turned out really good as well. Pizza got crispy bottom and foods were fully reheated, unlike with the microwave.”

Before You Go

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An SPF 50 body sunscreen from Everyday Humans (01 of14)
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Sunscreen is a non-negotiable summer essential, and this SPF 50 from Everyday Humans definitely belongs in your beach bag. It has a lightweight formula packed with cucumber and green tea to combat damage, hyaluronic acid to promote hydration, it's sweat-and water-resistant for up to 80 minutes, and provides protection again UVA and UVB. (credit:Target)
An SPF 30 scalp and hair mist(02 of14)
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Protect your scalp and strands this summer with a Sun Bum SPF30 mist. It's packed with sunflower seed oil that manages to be both hydrating and lightweight, aka it won't weigh down your hair after a few spritzes. (credit:Target)
A travel-sized beach towel bundle (03 of14)
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If you've been using the same "gift with purchase" towel for the past decade, it may be time to upgrade — and this striped towel combo checks of all the boxes. It's fabricated with less lint for extra water absorption, plus it dries quickly and is thin enough for easy rolling storage. Available in four colors. (credit:Target)
An insulated Takeya water bottle(04 of14)
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Raise your hand if you've taken a lukewarm sip of water at the beach. It's the opposite of refreshing, right? Be sure to fill up this insulated Takeya bottle pre-trip and rest assured that any beverage will stay ice cold for up to 24 hours. Available in seven colors. (credit:Target)
An aloe vera spray (05 of14)
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Soothing sunburn is a messy process that requires slathering your entire body in sticky aloe. Streamline after-sun care with this aloe vera formula instead, which lets you spray your body for a solution that's equally as effective but far more convenient. (credit:Target)
A pair of tortoiseshell sunglasses(06 of14)
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If you want trendy frames that don't cost a fortune, these tortoiseshell sunglasses are just the ticket. They offer UV protection, the color scheme goes with any outfit, and the $12 price tag is certainly a massive perk. (credit:Target)
A mesh tote handbag (07 of14)
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Beach trips call for a convenient bag that won't track mounds of sand back into your car — and this mesh tote delivers. It's designed with large pockets for easy storage and visibility, plus the mesh construction makes for natural sifting. Available in eight colors. (credit:Target)
A pouch clutch(08 of14)
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Ever dug into your beach bag in pursuit of your phone and/or lip balm just to spend an additional 10 minutes panic searching, throwing all of your possessions into the sand in the process? Same. Invest in this $5 mesh pouch to make sure your necessities are in one convenient spot. Available in four colors. (credit:Target)
An SPF 50 Kopari body glow (09 of14)
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Looking luminous is as simple as applying the Kopari SPF 50 body glow, which is packed with hydrating ingredients like macadamia oils, vitamin e, avocado oil, and coconut oil. The formula is lightweight, reef-safe, cruelty-free and absorbs quickly. (credit:Target)
A striped beach chair(10 of14)
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Investing in this striped chair will increase beach enjoyability by about 100% and I'm not even mildly exaggerating. In addition to a water-resistant construction, the entire backside is equipped with a large pocket to store essentials. (credit:Target)
A bottle of Black Girl sunscreen (11 of14)
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This SPF 30 from Black Girl Sunscreen is specifically formulated for women of color as to not leave behind a white cast. Plus, the lotion is lightweight, moisturizing, and uses ingredients like avocado, jojoba, cacao, carrot juice and sun flower oil for hydration.
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An Eos sunscreen lip balm(12 of14)
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Sunburned lips = super painful. This Eos sunscreen lip balm protects your pout with SPF 30 while coconut extract and shea butter ensure hydration. Plus, a delicious coconut scent screams summer with every swipe. (credit:Target)
A packable straw hat(13 of14)
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Floppy hats are admittedly the best part of summer style — and this packable straw option from Target is truly lovely. It's lightweight (perfect for super hot days) and provides the perfect amount of shade. (credit:Target)
A chic striped beach umbrella(14 of14)
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