A Complete Guide to Choose the Right Air Fryer

Air fryers have become one of the trending kitchen appliances amongst Indian households. Busy schedules, health-conscious cooking and the need for quicker meals - an air fryer just feels like a small upgrade that does a big job.

With online availability, so many brands claim to be the best and that can make choosing the right brand a bit confusing. Here is a simple, straightforward guide to help you select the right and affordable air fryer for your family.

Start with the Capacity First

Air Fryers come in different sizes, so you choose according to family size and cooking needs.

• 1–2 people: 3L–4L

Ideal for singles and students, small and compact design, perfect for preparation of small portions.

• For 3–4 people: 4.5L–6.5L

Most popular family size in India and great for daily meals. AGARO Galaxy, AGARO Sapphire are some good choices.

• For 5+ members: 7L and above

Larger baskets mean more food in one go. This is best for big families or when one hosts people. The AGARO Regency or the AGARO Regal series suit this category.

Wattage & Heating Performance

Most air fryers lie between 1200W and 1800W.

A simple rule:

• Higher wattage generates faster heating and quicker cooking.

• Lower Wattage = Slower heating, but a bit less power consumption

Anything around 1500 W and above assures smooth performance. Most models of AGARO generally have good heating efficiency for even cooking.

Pre-set Menus are Helpful But Not a Necessity

Fries, chicken, paneer, cake, etc. pre-set options come for a beginning person, but that is not required. Even without pre-sets, it works perfectly with a manual time and temperature setting. AGARO digital air fryers come with both pre-sets and the ability to change that yourself. One can use the pre-set options or can customize cooking based on the needs.

Basket Quality & Maintenance

This is what eventually affects long-term use. Choose:

• Durable non-stick coating

• Sturdy, cool-touch handle

• Easy-to-clean tray and basket

• Good airflow design for even crisping

• Easy cleaning and maintenance 

Check Accessories

You don’t need everything, just what you’ll actually use:

• Grill/roasting rack or inner tray

• Extra tray for layered cooking

• Skewers (optional)

• Rotisserie (for large-capacity models)

• Frying Cage (great for popcorn, peas, etc.)

The rich sets of accessories are offered by models such as AGARO Regency and AGARO Regal Series.

Digital vs Manual Controls

• Digital: modern, accurate, user-friendly.

• Manual: Simple, durable, twist-&-cook type.

Both work equally well, pick what suits your comfort.

Noise & Build Quality

Air fryers are not too loud, but the noise of the fans does vary. Stainless-steel or premium finishes remain as new for a longer period, something very helpful for Indian kitchens with their steam and oil exposure.

Price vs Features

The price of an air fryer varies from ₹4,000 to above ₹12,000.

A good mid-range model tends to offer:

•  4.5L–23L capacity

• 1400–1800W power

• Digital controls 

• Strong non-stick basket 

• Multiple cooking modes 

• Additional accessories

AGARO offers reliable performance in every price segment, without paying a premium.

Therefore, an air fryer is much more than a trend, it cooks, fries, and crisps up food faster, healthier, and cleaner. Be it aloo tikki for kids, grilling fish, reheating samosas or baking a quick cake, the right air fryer fits seamlessly into an Indian kitchen.

Focus on its capacity, wattage, basket quality, and ease of use, and you’ll definitely find your perfect match. Once you start using it, you begin to wonder how your kitchen worked without it.