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These are the best dual air fryers for 2025 – and we've tested 67 of them

These multi-taskers came out top in our lab

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Air fryers have taken the world by storm, altering the way we cook and the quality of each meal. The very best air fryers can help you make all your favourite meals in less time and with less oil, making them healthier and just as delicious – like culinary sorcery. Just check out our cookery team's favourite air fryer recipes to see how versatile they are.

The best dual air fryers typically offer more cooking capacity and versatility. Whether you’re buying your very first air fryer to cope with busy family mealtimes, or you want to upgrade your current one to something with more space, you’re in the right place. Our Good Housekeeping Institute experts have analysed all our lab results to bring you the best dual air fryers for easy family dinners.

What is the best dual air fryer?

Check out our picks below and keep reading to find out why a dual air fryer could be the best choice for your kitchen.

What makes a dual basket air fryer so good?

Dual – or dual basket – air fryers offer more versatility than those with one drawer or single basket as you can cook different foods at the same time.

Some models will allow you to sync or match the drawers, so everything conveniently finishes cooking at the same time, no matter what temperature or duration the drawer is set to. This is something our testers take note of when trialling each model as it could mean the difference between serving up beautifully crunchy chips or floppy, lukewarm ones alongside your chicken.

Dual drawer air fryers that can be adjusted are typically highly rated by our team and could bring more flexibility to your kitchen. Those like our runner-up, Instant’s VersaZone Dual Air Fryer, can be switched from a dual to a single air fryer by simply removing the divider between the baskets.

In the case of the Instant model, this means you go from two independent 4.25-litre baskets to one extra-large 8.5-litre basket that can even cook a large roast chicken.

On the downside, dual air fryers are normally bulkier and wider, taking up more space on your countertop. Obviously, this may not be an issue for everyone – particularly if you’re planning on using your air fryer every day; however, it’s something to consider before buying.

In this list, you’ll also find two double-stacked air fryers. These are a relatively new design in the air fryer world and feature two drawers stacked on top of each other rather than side-by-side. This unique design offers the large capacity and versatility of regular dual air fryers but frees up more counter space (something that always feels like gold dust, after all).

How we test dual air fryers

testing dual air fryers

Judging the best air fryers at the Good Housekeeping Institute is no small feat. In fact, our team of experts cook up a small feast to find the best ones.

Depending on the capacity of the fryer, they either roast a whole chicken or cook chicken Kyivs, monitoring how long it takes for the chicken to reach 75C. They then check (read: drool over and try) the results, looking for crispy, golden exteriors and juicy meat.

Chips are up next – these should be quick to cook and come out evenly-browned, crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. For dessert, they whip up some cupcakes, looking at whether the cakes come up well-risen and fluffy – the better baked and fluffier the cakes, the more efficient the air flow through the appliance.

Finally, our experts score each model on its performance, ease of use, design and instructions, considering things like whether the air fryer has safety features, dishwasher-safe accessories for easy cleaning, and detailed guidance to get you started. Everything is then compiled into one final score.

If you’re unsure whether a dual air fryer is right for you, we’ve got plenty more guides to check out. If you know you want a Ninja, head to our roundup of the best Ninja air fryers. And if you’re looking for value, you need our guide to the best cheap air fryers.

However, if you’re cooking for a family and know you need a dual-drawer, scroll on to find out which dual air fryer outperformed the rest in our lab.

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Best dual basket air fryer

Ninja Foodi AF400UK 9.5L Dual-Zone Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
Foodi AF400UK 9.5L Dual-Zone Air Fryer

Pros

  • Clear digital timer and display
  • Thorough cooking charts and instructions

Cons

  • Might not suit smaller kitchens

Score: 95/100

The best dual basket model and our joint best air fryer overall, it’s hard to fault this impressive appliance. It aced nearly all our food tests, quickly delivering crispy chicken Kyivs and fluffy chips. The drawers can be synced too so everything finishes at the same time – a handy feature when you’re cooking a main and sides.

While its size offers versatility in what you can cook, it does mean it’s bulky and difficult to store away. If you’re planning on cooking with it regularly though, its modern, stylish design won’t look out of place on your kitchen counter. A worthy winner.

Key specifications

Capacity9L.5L (2 x 4.75L drawers)
Cooking modes6
SizeH32.5 x W41.5 x D27cm
Dishwasher-safe partsYes
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Joint best adjustable dual air fryer

Instant VersaZone Dual Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
VersaZone Dual Air Fryer
Now 21% Off

Pros

  • Plenty of menu options to cater for different tastes
  • Can sync drawers to finish cooking at the same time

Cons

  • Light on the viewing window doesn’t run for the whole cooking programme

Score: 94/100

While dual basket models are great for cooking multiple dishes at once, the capacity of the separate drawers can restrict what you can cook. That’s a problem this Instant model solves with its adjustable design, which can be switched to one large 8.5-litre cooking compartment when you need more space.

In our tests, we were able to comfortably fit a whole 1.3-kilogram chicken inside and the results were impressive – we’re talking crisp, browned skin and juicy meat in just 40 minutes. Bakers will be pleased to know it produced well-risen, textured cakes too. Just note, some were misshapen due to wells in the bottom plate creating an uneven cooking surface.

Across the board though, we found this a breeze to use and the handy reminder to flip the chips ensured they were crispy all over.

Key specifications

Capacity8.5L (2 x 4.25L drawers)
Cooking modes8
SizeH38.4 x W40.3 x D31.7cm
Dishwasher-safe partsYes
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Joint best adjustable dual basket air fryer

Salter EK5728 Fuzion Dual Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
EK5728 Fuzion Dual Air Fryer

Pros

  • Hard to fault across all food tests
  • Affordable considering its versatility

Cons

  • Components aren’t dishwasher safe (although they were easy to wipe clean)

Score: 94/100

Like the model above, this Salter dual basket air fryer offers ultimate versatility thanks to its adjustable design. Simply remove the divider and you can transform your air fryer into an extra-large eight-litre model for cooking large dishes.

Speaking of which, our medium-sized rotisserie chicken roasted beautifully, scoring perfect marks in test. However, the air fryer only runs for a maximum of an hour, so you’ll need to reset if the cooking time is longer.

There’s no built-in pre-heat setting either, but that doesn’t bother us overly. The clear viewing window, intuitive controls and thorough instructions make this model smooth to operate from start to finish – even if you’re a beginner.

Key specifications

Capacity8L (2 x 4L drawers)
Cooking modes8
SizeH32 x W36.4 x D38cm
Dishwasher-safe partsNo
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Best dual air fryer for ease of use

Instant Vortex Plus Dual Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
Vortex Plus Dual Air Fryer
Now 36% Off

Pros

  • Non-stick finish made it easy to clean
  • Lots of recipes available through a QR code

Cons

  • Chips needed spreading out to crisp up properly

Score: 94/100

Producing a juicy, well-browned roast chicken, this predecessor to the VersaZone above is still a reliable buy. The two drawers can be synced to finish at the same time (while cooking at different temperatures for different durations), making it super easy to prepare multiple dishes at once. Plus, testers found all the controls simple and intuitive to use.

A lack of cooking charts meant some guesswork was needed to nail the timings, but you can check in on your food through the viewing window to make sure it’s cooked to perfection.

Key specifications

Capacity7.6L (2 x 3.8L drawers)
Cooking modes8
SizeH31.7 x W40.3 x D38.4cm
Dishwasher-safe partsNo
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Best dual air fryer for healthier cooking

Cosori Dual Zone Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
Dual Zone Air Fryer
Now 32% Off

Pros

  • Has a viewing window with light that can be switched on and off
  • Pre-heat and shake functions

Cons

  • Minimal recipe information in the manual – need to download the Cosori app for more
  • No child lock

Score: 92/100

Handling all our food tests with ease, Cosori’s dual drawer air fryer would make an excellent addition to your kitchen. It’s one for the health-conscious too, as its baking plate drains fat and oil away from your food keeping everything nicely crispy.

Among the eight presets, there’s a grill setting, which added a real crunch to macaroni cheese in just five minutes, as well as a bake function that delivered perfect, well-risen cupcakes.

The drawers are too small to fit a whole chicken, and the controls sometimes need a firmer press to be responsive but otherwise, it’s a well-designed, versatile air fryer.

Key specifications

Capacity8.5L (2 x 4.25L drawers)
Cooking modes6
SizeH30.3 x W44 x D39.1cm
Dishwasher-safe partsYes
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Best dual air fryer with different sized drawers

Philips Dual Basket Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
Dual Basket Air Fryer

Pros

  • Has a reminder to shake food
  • Comes with detailed food charts with timings and advice

Cons

  • Quite large
  • Some fairy cakes didn’t rise that well

Score: 91/100

Sleek and stylish, this air fryer features one six-litre and one three-litre drawer, making it ideal for whipping up a main and side in one go. Testers were thoroughly impressed by its ability to air fry a small chicken in less than hour, which, when cut, was juicy, moist and well-cooked all the way through.

Chips were slightly less impressive, with uneven browning across the batch, but they still came out fluffy with a crisp exterior. Getting food out was tricky as there’s no removable basket but the exterior remained cool to the touch throughout, while dishwasher-safe accessories made clean-up trouble-free.

Key specifications

Capacity9L (3L + 6L drawers)
Cooking modes8
SizeH44.4 x W38.3 x D31.4cm
Dishwasher-safe partsYes
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Best double-stacked air fryer

Ninja Double Stack XL

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
Double Stack XL

Pros

  • Exterior remained cool to touch
  • Comes with a recipe book and cooking guidelines

Cons

  • Hard to remove the crisper plates for cleaning

Score: 90/100

This stacked dual basket air fryer is a bit of a game-changer for anyone short on kitchen counter space. It boasts a 9.4-litre capacity with ‘Match’ and ‘Sync’ functions to link the two drawers. Both were easy to programme and the indicator lights showing which preset has been selected proved helpful in testing.

You can split the two drawers further to create four cooking sections, but our experts found this wasn’t as effective as the normal set-up – our fish fingers and chips had an uneven finish on the first attempt. Just using the two drawers though, the air fryer delivered super juicy chicken and crispy chips from frozen.

Key specifications

Capacity9.5L (2 x 4.75L drawers)
Cooking modes6
SizeH38.5 x W28 x D47cm
Dishwasher-safe partsYes
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Best value double-stacked dual air fryer

Daewoo Actuate Range Split Draw Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
Actuate Range Split Draw Air Fryer
Now 14% Off

Pros

  • Great range of pre-set functions including a bagel setting
  • Viewing light makes it easy to check on the food without opening the drawer

Cons

  • Need oven gloves to remove tray from the bottom drawer
  • Accessories aren’t dishwasher-safe

Score: 89/100

This is another vertically stacked dual air fryer like the Ninja model above, but it offers an even larger capacity at 11 litres. Our chicken cooked nicely, coming out evenly browned and flavoursome, as did our cupcakes, which rose well and were light, fluffy and moist on the inside.

We even managed to fit two small pizzas in the bottom drawer, which came out beautifully crisp after 20 minutes on the bake setting. Just note, we had to increase the duration on some programmes when both drawers were in use, to ensure the food was fully cooked.

Key specifications

Capacity11L (5L and 6L drawers)
Cooking modes8
Size40.5 x 43 x 32.6cm
Dishwasher-safe partsNo
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Best dual air fryer for accessories

Breville Halo Flexi Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
Halo Flexi Air Fryer

Pros

  • Turns itself off 10 seconds after cooking is finished
  • Buttons are easy to understand, and the interface is clear

Cons

  • Quite weighty so it’s difficult to move on the countertop
  • No recipes included

Score: 88/100

Scoring near perfect marks for both chicken and chips, this is a reliable family air fryer that’s sure to upgrade mealtimes. It features a handy removable divider that transforms the two x 5.5-litre drawers into one large 11-litre compartment, offering more flexibility. Even so, it was tight to fit a 1.3-kilogram chicken in.

We liked the viewing window for checking on our food, as well as the helpful ‘beep’ reminder that tells you to flip your food halfway through the cooking time. The included trays scratched easily in testing, so you’ll need to be careful when handwashing, but we liked the storage space underneath to keep all the accessories neat and tidy.

Key specifications

Capacity11L (2 x 5.5L drawers)
Cooking modes10
SizeH36.7 x W36 x D38.7cm
Dishwasher-safe partsYes
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Best compact dual air fryer

Salter EK4750BLK Dual Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
EK4750BLK Dual Air Fryer

Pros

  • Dual function was easy to set up
  • Has a dehydrate function, which worked well in the lab

Cons

  • Baskets are stiff to remove
  • Food had a slight synthetic taste even after washing the baskets first

Score: 87/100

With a 7.4-litre capacity, this Salter air fryer is nicely compact and would suit smaller families looking for the ease of a dual basket model. It comes with a food chart that shows weights, times and preparation tips for different foods – handy if you’re new to air frying – plus you can fall back on the six pre-set functions if you get stuck.

Keen bakers, listen up: our cupcakes came out light and fluffy with a perfect texture. Performance dipped when it came to our chips, with some coming our greasy and soft, while others were well-browned and crispy. We appreciated that it was quiet in use, though.

Key specifications

Capacity7.4L (2 x 3.7L drawers)
Cooking modes6
SizeH28 x W35 x D39cm
Dishwasher-safe partsYes
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Best budget double stacked air fryer

Swan 11L Twin Stack Air Fryer

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
11L Twin Stack Air Fryer

Pros

  • User-friendly display with pictures for each programme
  • Minimal dirt traps

Cons

  • No child lock
  • Chips took 47 minutes to cook

Score: 84/100

Stacked air fryers are becoming increasingly popular thanks to their space-saving designs, and Swan’s latest model goes one step further with a foldable touch screen display that can be neatly tucked flat when it’s not in use.

The screen itself is easy to operate, with 10 pre-set meal options, from chicken to cake. Speaking of which, our cupcakes were a triumph, with a lovely golden colour on top. A whole chicken crisped up nicely in an hour and 15 minutes too. However, while it browned chips well, our experts found them slightly dry and chewy on the inside.

It doesn’t have any cord storage, there’s no recipe inspiration included, and the accessories aren’t dishwasher-safe. However, while these are nice add-ons, they aren’t dealbreakers.

Key specifications

Capacity 11L (2 x 5.5L drawers)
Cooking modes10
Size35.2 x 44.5 x 27.9cm
Dishwasher-safe parts No
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Tower 9L Vortx Vizion Dual Basket Air Fryer T17100

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
9L Vortx Vizion Dual Basket Air Fryer T17100

Pros

  • Fairly quiet when in use
  • Basket compartments are easy to remove and replace

Cons

  • No child lock
  • Chips took longer than average

Score: 83/100

This model has clear windows so you can keep an eye on your dish while it cooks – and you’ll want to use it for roasts, as our chicken was near-perfect on test, coming out golden-brown, juicy and flavoursome.

Our chips were mixed, however, with some emerging greasy and underdone. We found this was because one drawer performed better than the other, which is something to keep in mind when cooking. Its drawer syncing feature worked well though, and its controls are intuitive. It’s a reliable pick for cooking a whole meal in one go.

Key specifications

Capacity9L (2 x 4.5L drawers)
Cooking modes10
SizeH32 x W40 x D36cm
Dishwasher-safe partsNo
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Beko Dual Zone Air fryer ExpertFry

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
Dual Zone Air fryer ExpertFry
Now 50% Off

Pros

  • Wide LED display
  • Four dishwasher-safe accessories for different recipes

Cons

  • Can’t fit a one-kilogram chicken into one drawer
  • Depth of the drawer makes it tricky to place cakes and bakes into the bottom

Score: 82/100

This model’s nine automatic cooking functions are quick and easy to set thanks to the clear symbols on the interface. Everything from chips to vegetables is included and our testers found it easy to adjust and amend the cooking times after selecting.

Our chips came out beautifully cooked, albeit five minutes quicker than the guidelines, and cupcakes were well-risen yet overdone in places. A viewing window is a missed add-on here that would’ve been helpful for checking our food’s progress.

That aside, the ability to sync the drawers is a real bonus and the ‘keep warm’ function will ensure dinner isn’t ruined if you’re not quite ready to serve.

Key specifications

Capacity8.5L (2 x 4.25L drawers)
Cooking modes9
SizeH31.7 x W38.9 x D41cm
Dishwasher-safe partsYes
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Vitinni Dual Air Fryer Oven

UK Approved(Esquire,Red,HB,GH,Country Living,Prima)
Dual Air Fryer Oven
Now 22% Off

Score: 78/100

A simple interface makes this air fryer a breeze to use and quick to get to grips with. There’s a decent selection of 10 pre-set programmes and we liked having the two viewing windows so we could check in on our food without opening the door.

Despite the 11-litre total capacity, the dual drawers limit what you can fit inside. On test, we struggled to get a medium sized chicken into the basket, and it left some parts more cooked than others. For air frying portions of chips though, it’s a reliable buy, scoring almost full marks for crispy, yet fluffy results.

Key specifications

Capacity11L (2 x 5.5L drawers)
Cooking modes10
SizeH30 x W32 x D39cm
Dishwasher-safe partsYes
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The verdict on the best dual air fryer

It was difficult to fault the Ninja Foodi Max Dual Zone Air Fryer in testing and it’s a best-seller with Good Housekeeping readers for a reason. If you’re looking for a reliable family air fryer, look no further.

If you want something with more flexibility though, opt for either Instant’s VersaZone model or Salter’s Fuzion dual air fryer. Both feature removable dividers and come in at an affordable price tag for the capacity they offer.

For those tight on space, Ninja’s Double Stack air fryer will be a welcome addition to your kitchen. It ticks all the boxes for a dual drawer model but takes up less space with its stacked design.

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Why you should trust the Good Housekeeping Institute

Having reviewed nearly 70 air fryers, there’s very little our testing team doesn’t know about what makes them tick, and what ‘best’ looks like. Our homes writer, Megan Geall, spends a lot of time researching the latest releases, attending product launches and catching up with market-leading brands to ensure our buying guides are always up to date with the best products.

The Good Housekeeping Institute has been testing household products for over 100 years and leans on all this expertise when analysing the latest innovations at our testing facility. Our experts follow rigorous protocols to hold each air fryer to the same high standards, so you can shop with confidence.

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Megan Geall
Senior Homes and Lifestyle Writer

Megan is the Good Housekeeping Institute’s senior homes and lifestyle writer. She loves diving into the latest product releases to find the very best buys on the market and has written hundreds of product reviews on everything from the best vacuum cleaners and coffee machines to the best ice cream makers and robot window cleaners.

When she’s not writing about the newest gadgets and gizmos for your home and garden, you’ll find her running every distance from 5km to 100km or relaxing at home with her cat – there really is no in between. 

Megan has an MA in Magazine Journalism and has previously written for Stylist, Glamour, Women's Health, TimeOut, SquareMeal, and YOU magazine. You can find Megan on Instagram @meganlouisegeall.

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Homes Testing Manager

Blossom is passionate about finding the best home products and appliances for GH readers. As head of the homes testing team, she has led reviews across multiple categories, from pizza ovens, and smart plugs to portable fans and hobs. She enjoys delving into the intricacies of products and refining testing protocols to ensure we’re testing them against their claims. Her aim is to find the top-performing products on the market, to help take the hard work out of housework. Blossom’s most notable accomplishment in the lab has been toasting 528 slices of bread in her quest to find the best toasters money can buy. In her free time, she openly admits to being a music geek and indulges her creative side through crocheting, baking, singing and writing.  

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