Tower T17023 Vortx Manual Air Fryer Oven with Rapid Air Circulation and 30 Min Timer, 2.2 Litre, Black

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In our testing, the FlexDrawer proved to be just as efficient as the Dual Zone and we found the addition of the removable divider incredibly useful. Foods cooked faster and more evenly than in both our oven and some other models of air fryer. It’s an excellent all rounder for large capacity cooking. MORE MEAL CHOICES: Fry, roast, grill and bake functions allow you to make a variety of meals such as stuffed vegetables, muffins, pork chops and more READ NEXT: Our roundup of the best air fryers available Tower Vortx Duo Capacity Basket Air Fryer review: What’s good about it? READ NEXT: The best multi-cookers you can buy Tower Vortx Duo Capacity Basket Air Fryer review: Should you buy it?

VORTX TECHNOLOGY: Rapid air circulation creates crispier textures across your mealtime favourites, 30% faster than a conventional oven Tower's T17023 Compact Air Fryer is a small, fully enclosed air fryer intended for home use. It has a 2.2-litre capacity, which is definitely on the small side. If you were looking for a mini-deep fat fryer, this air fryer from Tower is a healthier and more versatile alternative. You can air fry foods, you can also replicate a grilling, roasting and even baking, there are a whole range of cooking methods to emulate and exceed. All that space isn’t just there so you can bulk fry chips, though. The extra-large capacity houses Tefal’s 2in1 function, which enables you to cook two different elements of your meal in one place. With a rotating stirring paddle on the bottom and a static upper tray on top, you can cook a curry and air fry samosas in the same machine, saving on time and washing up. What sets this air fryer apart is its asymmetric basket configuration. The bigger basket offers a more generous capacity than if they were split equally, making it ideal for larger items or bigger portions. The smaller basket is useful if you’re making a meal for one and don’t need to use the entire air fryer.Cooking food 30% faster, Tower Air Fryer Ovens use less power than conventional ovens. Save up to 50% on your energy by simply switching to Air Fryer cooking LESS FAT: Little to no oil is required, all while keeping the same great taste, so you lose the fat not the flavour If you want to learn a little more about how air fryers work, and what benefits they have compared to a standard oven, then have a read of our handy explainer here: What is an air fryer? How much should I spend? Cooks food faster than a standard oven so you don’t have to spend as much time in the kitchen. You can create deliciously-crisp and golden chips in just 15 minutes

Despite being a budget-friendly option, the T17023 was no slouch in testing, cooking oven classics such as spring rolls and hash browns to a commendable crispness and performing solidly when tasked with more delicate items like meat and vegetables. Rapid hot air circulation even cooks your food 30% faster than a conventional oven, producing deliciously-crisp and golden chips in just 15 minutes. By switching to your air fryer, you can slash your energy by 50% energy as it uses less power than a conventional oven. The control dial allows you to select a temperature up to 200 degrees and set the 30-minute timer for perfectly-cooked results from the first use. Tower is an iconic British brand boasting over 100 years of quality in manufacturing and design excellence. Tower is the UK’s fastest growing SDA & Housewares brand loved by millions of households

Marrying top-notch value with solid performance and easy to use controls, Tower’s 2.2l air fryer is a great budget, compact option

I wouldn't recommend the Tower T17023 for a family, if you're looking for an air fryer to feed the whole street you'd be better off with one of Tower's 12-litre models. However, if you're a singleton or a couple who want to reduce their energy bill and their fat intake, the Tower might be the right option. Its compact dimensions will fit neatly into smaller kitchens or onto already crowded countertops, and the controls couldn’t be simpler: two physical dials allow you to set the cooking temperature between 80ºC and 200ºC and set a timer of up to 30 minutes.

Thankfully the Tower is easy to clean. The basket is plastic but has a metal handle coated in that material found on the handles of pans. You can give it a strong wipe down, or put it in the dishwasher. The circular shape prevents too much build-up of gunk mid-fry.I was seriously impressed with the results from the Vortx Duo. However, if you can afford to bump your budget a little higher and don’t mind sacrificing some capacity or those grill plates, the 7.6L Ninja Foodi Dual Zone remains my preferred choice. The results aren’t that much different but the design and build quality is a little better and it generally feels a bit nicer to use. It uses only minimal oil to make mealtimes healthier, cooking all of your favourite fried food with 99% less fat

Dual Basket Air Fryers are ideal for those who need to cook larger quantities or different types of food simultaneously. With Tower's Smart Finish and Match Cook technology, its never been easier to cook two foods at different temperatures and have them finish at the same time! They are also suitable for families thanks to their larger size or individuals who like to meal prep. When choosing an Air Fryer, it's best to consider your cooking needs, kitchen space, budget and requirements. The ventilation on the Tower T17023 is pretty good, although this could be due to the size of the machine. It doesn't take as much oil or fat to begin with, and when using without adding fat you only get a small breeze of hot air. Still, I prefer to use all air fryers in a well-ventilated environment, like under or close to the extraction fan above my hobs. There’s no doubt that Tefal’s Genius range is expensive, but you really won’t find a line of air fryers that do the job better. Good models will come with dishwasher-safe removable parts and a pull-out loading tray that slots into the machine. For easy cooking from the get-go, look out for models with preset functions for popular dishes too. These work out the timings and temperatures for you.

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