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Vortex Plus Dual 8QT
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Instant Pot - Vortex Plus Dual 8QT

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"I've been rocking my Instant Dual Basket Vortex for nearly three years without issue and I love it!"


"My beloved original instant vortex has finally died after 5+ years of constant use."


"Ya I got 4 years daily use multiple times on my instant vortex."

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"I put my protein on one side, my veggies on the others, sync them to finish cooking at the same time. ... Voila, my dinner comes out piping hot."


"however in practice the food is nowhere near as good as from the Instant vortex Thisgs take forever to cook, and have inconsistent browning. ... It took almost twice as long to cook chicken from raw in the Gourmia, as I am used to in my Instant vortex."


"it doesn’t take any longer when you’re cooking both sides at once."

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"I think the dual basket makes it much more useful because I can cook my entree and side dish at the same time."


"I put my protein on one side, my veggies on the others, sync them to finish cooking at the same time. ... Voila, my dinner comes out piping hot."


"I have an Instant Vortex that has two large baskets so I can cook meat in one side and veggies/fries/etc. in the other basket and I absolutely love it, couldn't imagine trying to get by with one small basket after I've been using this one for so long."

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"there ’s windows at the front so you can check in your food without having to open it."


"Insanely quiet. Several times I had to double check if it was even on. ... The instant wins every category ease of use, sound, looks, window etc"


"I like the window to be able to see how much more time the food needs without letting out heat or slowing down cooking time."

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"Best non stick coating I have tested ... The non stick on the Cosori, and Instant were in a different league, and the food came out much better out of both of them."


"now bought a Insta Vortex Plus. They use good Teflon unlike the Xiaomi"


"It's got an oven style door, opens down and a glass--wipes right off--plus the door removes easily though I've never really had to take it off."

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"the food out of the Cosori is much better IMHO. ... Chicken wings, the Cosori finished 7 minutes faster with much crisper skin. ... From raw frozen chicken tenders, Cosori was the only one to get a decent crispy on the outside before the internal temp got too high. ... the Instant taking about 16-17 minutes and not being as evenly cooked. ... I really prefer the Instant AF, but the food quality of the Cosori won me over, and it is going back."


"My wings went from mid and barely decent"


"400 degrees maximum heat doesn't cut it in 2024 ... Chicken wings, the Cosori finished 7 minutes faster with much crisper skin. Being able to bump to 450 made all the difference in finishing the wings. ... From raw frozen chicken tenders, Cosori was the only one to get a decent crispy on the outside before the internal temp got too high. ... I set both 2 400, and did the optional pre heat on the Cosori. I set both to 20 minutes, but the Cosori reached my optimal level of crisp in just about 11 minutes, with the Instant taking about 16-17 minutes and not being as evenly cooked."

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"Same! I’ve forbid my husband from using it. ... It seems like it’s killing us?! ... I want to send it back!! ... Regret it!"


"How long does it take for the plastic smell to go away? I just got one and can't handle the smell 😩 ... Right? It's so bad and the plastic smell gets into the food. ... I did that and it still stinks 😂 I just use it for reheating food now since I don't have a microwave lol the taste is less noticeable though"

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"Ours just died after using it almost every day for two years ... I don’t think I want to buy another."


"how easy the teflon scratches the screen pan"


"the handle detached from the basket and couldn't be reattached."

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"but it doesnt convert the 2 baskets into one."


"you can't use the rotisserie if you have the air fryer packed with any other ingredients, like QVC claims."

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"all the window does is get dark and yellow, even wiping it down every time we cook. ... So you have to open it anyway to check."

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Winxh • 9 months ago

This [Instant Vortex plus ](https://amzn.to/42jwEUc) is just awesome, a few weeks ago I saw in action and it was great how fast the french fries were ready, it was just like a few mins. Besides it has two baskets so you could use them at the same time frying two foods at once. I hope this information has been useful to you. Good luck choosing one.

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BrandonW77 • 8 months ago

Not been my experience. My Instant Dual Vortex has been going strong for 3 years and does a great job, I've have zero complaints about it and my food comes out nice and crispy.

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BrandonW77 • 11 months ago

My Instant Dual Vortex has windows but I don't use them a whole lot.

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BrandonW77 • 10 months ago

I prefer my Instant Dual Vortex to the Ninja.

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BrandonW77 • 11 months ago

I recommend getting a bigger one. When they're small it limits what you can do with it. I have a dual basket Instant Vortex and use it almost every day.

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BrandonW77 • 12 months ago

Should have got the Instant dual basket, I love mine and it doesn’t take any longer when you’re cooking both sides at once.

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BrandonW77 • 11 months ago

I have the Instant Dual Vortex and it does not slow down the cooking time when using both baskets. I've had it over two years and it's been amazing!

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BrandonW77 • 11 months ago

Yes, I'm in Indiana. I've heard the Ninjas have problems with this but I've never noticed it with my Instant.

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BrandonW77 • 6 months ago

Yep, I've had great luck following the instructions on food packages and can't recall ever burning anything or having bad results. I have an Instant Vortex dual basket air fryer.

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BrandonW77 • 4 months ago

I've been using my Instant Dual Vortex multiple times a week for about three years now with no issues.

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BrandonW77 • 8 months ago

I tried that one and didn't like it. Baskets are small and it's less efficient when using both baskets. I went with an Instant Dual Vortex instead, the two baskets are much bigger and running both baskets at the same time does not reduce its efficiency. I love it and use it for almost every meal I cook at home, and I think the dual basket makes it much more useful because I can cook my entree and side dish at the same time.

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boredtxan • 22 days ago

that why I like instant brand dual airfryer. you can use it as a single or dual . got plenty of surface area as a single to get stuff crispy

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burgerboss13 • 9 months ago

There are a few, if you have an instant pot they make their own air fryer lid if you want to save space but if you just want a dedicated one: ninja, cosori, and instant are solid brands that have dual basket models. That being said I’m still using a cheap 35$ chefman with rotaries that I’ve had for over 5 years that I’ve been waiting to break so I can upgrade but it keeps on ticking

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Silver-Scallion-5918 • 8 months ago

I know Instant Pot people troll and monitor this subreddit, so I expect to get botted to hell and back as well as attacked for this. That being said, I ordered the Instant Pot Vortex with Window due to the America's Test Kitchen recommendation and people here saying it is good due to that review. I had it for 2 years almost. In that time, the light for the window died, and the LED display also died. Luckily, Amazon let me get my money back. That being said, these defects weren't showstoppers, and it didn't fully die ever. Great right? Well, after the second death I got my money back and got a Ninja Foodi FlexDrawer. I have to say, having now used it for 1 month, using the Instant Pot was like living in the dark ages. Food comes out crispier faster. Max Crisp 240 C is a game changer. My wings went from mid and barely decent to as good as oil fried. I am truly amazed at how much better it is and wanna spread the gospel to avoid the Instant Pot one. To prove I am not a bot or have an agenda benefitting either company, I will say the Instant Pot itself is hands down the best electric pressure cooker system in existence, and I'd fully recommend you buy that over any other one. Also on the flipside, I'd say Ninja devices aren't always amazing because I had their blender / food processor combo and that thing died from normal use after 1.5 years. If you have trouble deciding on your Air Fryer go for any of the Max Crisp Ninja ones. It's a game changer truly. Will post pictures of my wings next time I make them.

r/airfryer • Don't believe America's Test Kitchen, the Instant Pot Air Fryer Is Mediocre to Bad At Best ->
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BigBadBoogie • 11 months ago

After looking at reviews for a long time, i went with the Instant Vortex Plus. Was that or the Cosori Premium II Plus. Turbo blaze was more than double the proce where i live (not US) on black friday otherwise that wouod have been an option (design, temp and variable motor but missing viewing window), but did not want to sacrifice the viewing window and light + i prefer the design of the Instant A LOT over the Cosori Premium. The Turbo blaze is very nice though.

r/airfryer • HELP ME OUT - Xiaomi 5.5L Air Fryer basket size ->
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Creepy-Macaroon9998 • 23 days ago

I have the Instant Vortex Plus. It's the most used item in my kitchen, bar none.

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Grouchy_Honeydew2499 • 11 days ago

I hate my Xiaomi the Teflon is utter trash which makes cleaning it a chore. Owned a Cosori before it and now bought a Insta Vortex Plus. They use good Teflon unlike the Xiaomi

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Grouchy_Honeydew2499 • 10 days ago

Xiaomi air fryer pro 4L. I no longer have it as I threw it away and bought the insta vortex plus.

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hokies314 • 9 months ago

With glass or without? Any idea why the one with glass is cheaper?

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kevykev1967 • 5 months ago

I did some research and a few people who's opinion I trust seem to prefer the basket type. I'm now on my 3rd one. We are a family of 3 and the 6 quart size fits us best. Somebody said that if you buy one to big, it still works. If you buy one to small, you can't make it bigger. I had a bad experience with zero support from my last one. It was a brand called Bella. I would avoid them like the plague Just got an Instant brand Vortex Plus (same folks who made my Instant Pot) and I love it. It has better circulation than either of my other two. It is fun to use, and beautifully engineered. I got it on Amazon for $79, I think the regular price was $99

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PeachPreserves66 • 6 months ago

Fantastic compilation, very much appreciated. I am a huge fan of the Breville Air Fryer Pro ovens, primarily because of the large capacity and the ability to air fry, as well as bake, roast, yada yada. I haven’t used my regular oven in years,, because the Breville does most everything that I need it to do without heating up my entire home. With that said, I wondered if the air fryer part of the functions was not the same of the smaller, self contained units. The latest Breville croaked (not mad about this, as it has been in steady use for five years, sometimes three times a day). Ordered a new one and am currently waiting for UPS to show up, a week after ordering. In the meantime, I gave in to wanting to try one of those little self contained air fryer thingies. Because, I love kitchen gear and also because my young grandson was visiting and I needed to be ready to prep chicken nuggets for him. Without your guide and with light googling, I got an InstantPot Vortex Plus air fryer. With very limited counter space, I wanted a small one to play with. And, I liked the stainless steel look. I’m quite impressed with the performance of this little self contained unit. Easy operation (the controls are quite intuitive) and very easy cleanup. Crispy fries, nuggets, shrimp, asparagus and Brussels sprouts so far. So fun!

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rahul_2710 • 7 months ago

The Ninja Foodi and Cosori Pro are two of the best air fryers for even cooking, large capacity, and versatility. Instant Vortex Plus is another great choice with multiple functions like roasting and dehydrating. If you want something high-end, Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer is excellent.

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rahul_2710 • 7 months ago

Ninja Foodi Dual Zone for multi-cooking, Cosori Pro LE for a compact design, Instant Vortex Plus for versatility, Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer for premium features, and Philips Premium XXL for large portions.

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rahul_2710 • 7 months ago

Top air fryer picks include Ninja Foodi Dual Zone for multi-cooking, Cosori Pro LE for compact efficiency, Instant Vortex Plus for versatility, Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer for premium features, and Philips Premium XXL for large portions.

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tedatron • 10 months ago

I just got the Instant Vortex Plus. It does dehydration (and a bunch of other things), I’ve only tried air fry so far. Really love this thing. This biggest thing missing is my toaster oven was handy for warming plates or keeping food warm while prepping a meal. $100 on Black Friday and it’s America’s Test Kitchen top recommendation.

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TomorrowOk3803 • 7 months ago

The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer is a great choice. If you want other options, Ninja and Cosori are solid picks, with Philips being top-tier for crispiness. Instant Vortex Plus is user-friendly.

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TwistedMemories • 7 months ago

I have a smaller one similar to the Instant Vortex Plus. I love it and have had it for around 5 years(?). Any ways, I’ve never tried the basket air fryers and couldn’t tell anything about them. Now, I’m currently single, but it will work for two people. Any more than that and not so much. If it’s munchies you’re making, it’ll work. Large meals for 4 or more would be an issue.

r/airfryer • Pros cons about the oven style airfryer? ->
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Uncaring_Dispatcher • 9 months ago

I love my Instand Vortex Plus. My wife and I use it every single day because it's been so reliable and easy to clean. Of course, it takes up quite a bit of space in my already cramped kitchen but it's well worth it. I used to own a forgettably-named Chinese air fryer with a basket that was replaced after it tried to burn my house down and I'll never go back to the basket version again.

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Uncaring_Dispatcher • 9 months ago

I have an Instant Vortex Plus. I love it. It's easy to use and easy to clean and I can't recommend this enough.

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Uncaring_Dispatcher • 9 months ago

The one with the glass front that folds down. It's the Instant Vortex Plus. Easy to clean and my best purchase in decades. This thing will make you excellent steaks, hamburgers, roasted vegetables and it has a rotisserie mode, in case you want your fries to be tumbled while cooked and a "spit" that secures your whole chicken. EDIT: Sorry, you can't use the rotisserie if you have the air fryer packed with any other ingredients, like QVC claims. Damn thing is wonderful and I'm loving how easy it is to clean.

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Vibingcarefully • 11 months ago

I have the Insta Vortex Plus and I've never looked back. It's got an oven style door, opens down and a glass--wipes right off--plus the door removes easily though I've never really had to take it off. It's a toaster, oven, airfryer and has a rotisserie that I used (with a basket) to boot.

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Winter-Lifeguard-420 • 3 months ago

The current multi-day bloat sale for the big online giant has the InstantPot Vortex on sale for $90, if you like the basket type ones. Large capacity, cleans up easily. Cooks fast and food comes out really crisp. Not a Costco purchase, but can highly recommend with no regrets.

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Table_Talk_TT • 8 months ago

We love our Instant Vortex basket model. We also have a counter-top convection oven that we like, but it sounds like you already have one of those.

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-BananaLollipop- • 23 days ago

Philips, Instant Pot/Vortex, and Cosori are all better than Ninja. Ninja has bad non-stack and low power.

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benthic_vents • about 2 months ago

Ours just died after using it almost every day for two years, which is why I’m in this thread. We liked it quite a bit, but agree with Wirecutter’s criticism that the Instant Vortex’s user interface is crap - it’s just a cheap touchscreen with poor sensitivity. I’m looking at other models now - the Instant Vortex was a lovely gift but I don’t think I want to buy another.

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bibismicropenis • 10 months ago

I bought a insta pot vortex on black Friday. Fucking love this thing. Is it loud? It's my first air fryer so I don't know shit

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Bluevelvet_starry_ • 11 months ago

I’ve had the insta pot vortex for a couple of years- I really like it, but all the window does is get dark and yellow, even wiping it down every time we cook. So you have to open it anyway to check. The other thing I don’t like is how easy the teflon scratches the screen pan- I’m definitely in the market now for glass or ceramic. Size wise and cooking wise, it’s been amazing

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Difficult_Feed3999 • 8 months ago

I have an Instant Vortex and its been great for years!

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DinoTh3Dinosaur • 10 months ago

I have the instant vortex and it is hands down the best air fryer and most versatile I’ve ever had. Yes, miles beyond the ninja, contrary to what this sub says most of the time

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DinoTh3Dinosaur • 10 months ago

Downvote me all you want people, this thing is going strong for 4 years now and it’s got a rotisserie! I don’t have the shake anything 😎

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Excellent-End-5720 • 9 months ago

I like my instant vortex

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freespiritedqueer • 2 months ago

If you’re cooking small meals, a single basket like the Ninja AF101 or Instant Vortex does the job well. Duals are great for variety but take more space. Go Ninja if you want durability, Instant if you want presets and ease.

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FunDependent9177 • 9 months ago

Same I love my instant vortex for the windows and ease of use, but it doesnt convert the 2 baskets into one.

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fxckn_z • 7 months ago

If may budget ka is [Instant Pot Vortex](https://s.shopee.ph/VsGwNfKWA) ang best option. Top air fryer iyan sa UK and medyo na-didiscover na rin sa Philippine. Bumili kami dahil ni-recommend siya ng tita ko and 4 years na namin gamit. 7 iyong pre-set functions niya kaya versatile talaga.

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HonoluluLongBeach • 7 months ago

Instant Vortex is wonderful.

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Independent_coas • 11 months ago

I didn't like the gourmia one at all. Didn't seem to cook as fast as my instant vortex. I prefer the vortex or ninja ones

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jibaro1953 • 11 months ago

If you didn't already have the rice cooker (never used one) I would suggest the instant pot first. I use mine mostly for making chicken broth, which I use in cooking all the time. America's Test Kitchen gave the Instant Vortex air fryer their top choice, so they is the one I got. I guess it depends on what you like to cook and eat. I use both quite a bit.

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Jindaya • 9 months ago

can't go wrong with an instant vortex

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KillahHills10304 • 10 months ago

The instant vortex can. It's pretty rad for actual cooking and baking. The ninja foodi also can, but it sucks at actual cooking so I doubt it can bake. It's really for reheating processed foods and toast.

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LookDamnBusy • 10 months ago

Since you mentioned how hot it gets on the outside, I thought I would share my experience. We've used a breville toaster oven forever, and since it even fits a pie, we almost never use the actual oven anymore. A friend let us borrow a spare instant vortex air fryer and we loved it, so we thought we would try an air fryer toaster oven so we could still just have one appliance. It did not do nearly as good a job at "air frying", but the big issue was that it absolutely radiated heat because there seems to be no insulation in there at all, to where it actually heated up the kitchen more than the full size oven does. We returned it, kept our toaster oven, and just added an air fryer to our repertoire. 🤷‍♂️

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medigapguy • 7 months ago

Sorry for your expensive. I've had 4 different types and brands of air fryer. My instant vortex is my favorite by a large margin, and been going strong for over 2 years.

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medigapguy • 7 months ago

I absolutely love mine. I have the instant vortex. The fry basket rotisserie attachment alone is worth it to me. However. Look at multiple UNBIASED reviews. They are not all created equal. But if you don't want to do that type of research. You want one that is an air fryer first that also has other settings and NOT a convection oven that also has an air fryer setting. They are not the same.

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rcreveli • 3 months ago

We had an Instant Brand Vortex that the display started failing 1 year in. I replaced it with a Gourmia and its performed perfectly for 13 months. It cost less than 1/2 what the vortex did.

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sonofashoe • 11 months ago

My 2 cents: I've had an Instant Vortex, which lasted 3 years of daily use. It was fine until the handle detached from the basket and couldn't be reattached. Replaced it with a Gourmia 2 months ago. It's fine too, The top fan seems significantly stronger - it blows cheese and seasoning off the top unless I weigh it down with a spray of oil. The biggest difference to me is that the Instant Vortex has a physical knob to adjust timer and temp (I prefer that), and no window the Gourmia has touch buttons and a window. The window is helpful.

r/airfryer • My old air fryer died, and I'm lost on what to get. Please help? ->
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Upper_Increase_773 • over 1 year ago

How long does it take for the plastic smell to go away? I just got one and can't handle the smell 😩

r/airfryer • My air fryer went to the big kitchen in the sky 🫡 What should I buy now? ->
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Upper_Increase_773 • over 1 year ago

Right? It's so bad and the plastic smell gets into the food. Granted I've only had it for a day but I'm going to return mine if it doesn't go away. I don't know any alternatives that don't do that though! I was considering the Ninja AF101 but there were reviews about it smoking and catching on fire so now I'm paranoid about even getting a new one 🥲

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Upper_Increase_773 • 9 months ago

I did that and it still stinks 😂 I just use it for reheating food now since I don't have a microwave lol the taste is less noticeable though

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wynlyndd • 10 months ago

I have the Instant brand (think Instant Pot) Vortex. It works for my wife and I , however if we had a large family, we might want a bigger one.

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