You have probably heard about air fryers. These kitchen countertop devices cook food quicker than a conventional oven, without using as much power. This, in turn, saves you money compared to the traditional method of cooking food. Of course, there is an initial outlay for a new piece of kitchen equipment. So what is the best air fryer under 50 pounds? Let’s have a look at how to get one of these popular items without breaking the bank.
How Does An Air Fryer Work?
So an air fryer sits on your kitchen countertop, ready for when you need it. Unlike a traditional oven, you do not need to preheat it, as it circulates air and reaches your desired temperature quickly. The space in an air fryer is much smaller than a traditional oven, so its energy efficiency is much better. That doesn’t mean you can’t cook similar things though. A lot of air fryers will fit a medium sizes chicken and can cook it in as little as an hour.
Air fryers are much healthier than traditional frying and even cut calories by as much as 80%. You can pretty much cook anything in an air fryer and there are plenty of dedicated cookbooks and online recipes for you to explore and enjoy.
How Much Power Does An Air Fryer Use?
The amount of power used by air fryers depends on the make and model. You should be able to look at the information on the website you are buying from or on the box if you are buying one in-store, to give you all the information you need about energy use. It also depends on the settings you are using, for example cooking at 160 degrees will use less energy than at 220 degrees.
You are probably looking at somewhere in the region of 1.4kWh and 1.7kWh per hour of use to power your air fryer. So you need to figure out how much you are paying for 1kWh and then do the maths for your specific machine. 60p for 1kWh would be 90p for a 1.5kWh machine. If you were to use your machine for 10 minutes, that would be 90p divided by 6, equalling 15p for 10 minutes of use.
With this information, you can figure out your energy use and the price you are paying for that energy.
Best Air Fryer Under 50 Pounds
So which air fryer should you buy? In this post, we are going to look at air fryers based on price. Specifically the best air fryer under 50 pounds. Not all of these will be ideal for everyone. If you have a larger family, you might be better off buying a bigger air fryer to make use of the larger capacity. You can also get duel drawer air fryers so you can cook one thing at one temperature and something else at another. You can even sync them to finish at the same time so all you have to do is plate up your meal.
Salter EK2817 2L Compact Air Fryer
The Salter EK2817 2L Compact Air Fryer is great for small kitchens. It takes up very little room on your worktop and will sit alongside a coffee machine or microwave without looking out of place. Whilst compact, it has a 2-litre basket space for you to cook in. This is great for those living alone or in a couple. It’s perfect for students too! This model comes from a decent well-known brand and has an auto shut-off, non-stick cooking surface, and adjustable temperature and timer controls. It’s earned its place on our best air fryer under 50 list costing you around £33.
Progress EK2818HPH Go Healthy Hot Air Fryer
The next contender on our best air fryer under 50 pounds list, is the Progress EK2818HPH Go Healthy Hot Air Fryer. It has a 3.2-litre cooking space, which is great for a small family. Meals will be on the table quicker than ever, as this air fryer will cook quickly and save up to 56% off energy bills. This machine from Progress is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 and will cost you £49.99.
Swan Stealth SD75210BLKN Air Fryer
If you are looking for an air fryer to keep in a cupboard and then get out when you need it, you can’t go wrong with the Swan Stealth SD75210BLKN Air Fryer. It is only 27cm deep, 27cm high, and 30cm wide, so barely takes up any space. It features rapid hot-air circulation and different settings for air frying, roasting, baking, and grilling. This is also a great size for campervans, caravans, and holiday homes.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are plenty of options if you are looking for the best air fryer under 50 pounds. It is worth taking into account what you want from your air fryer, as I am so glad we bought a slightly larger one with two drawers. This means we can cook two things at once and have enough space to cook enough for a family of five. Consider your budget, your space, and your overall needs before buying. But it is great to know that these popular gadgets are available at lower prices.
