11 Best Air Fryers Malaysia 2023 – Fried Food With Less Mess

Fry food with 80% less oil with the best air fryers in Malaysia! Some can replace other common kitchen appliances as well.

You can already enjoy less clean up in your kitchen even with basic models! And there’s also no risk of getting splashed by oil when you use an air fryer.

Read these reviews first though as the average air fryer price in Malaysia is at least RM200.

Table Of Contents:

• What Is An Air Fryer?
• Air Fryer Types
• 11 Best Air Fryers In Malaysia
• How To Choose The Best Air Fryer
• How To Maintain & Clean Air Fryer

What Is An Air Fryer?

About the same size as a rice cooker or pressure cooker:

This is another electronic kitchen appliance that has made its way into many households. It cooks by circulating hot dry air around in a contained space.

Similar to an oven in fan mode!

Who Needs An Air Fryer?

• Small households with a preference for frozen and fried food
• As a smaller alternative to an oven
• For making homemade chips and other fried food using less oil

What You Might Not Know About Air Fryers

The resulting food is not necessarily healthier than deep-fried food:

So don’t think you can get away with eating fried food every day once you have an air fryer! Moderation is key here!

And according to BBC Good Food, food from an air fryer is still fried food which can contribute to the usual problems associated with weight gain!

Air Fryer Types

Because you occasionally need to rotate the food for even cooking,

There are 2 types of air fryers that are designed to make this easier:

1. Air Fryers With A Pull-Out Tray

These are suitable for shallow frying – for example, fish or baked vegetables. You just pull out the tray and give it a shake every 5 minutes or as directed.

For these models however, you usually can’t see what’s going on inside without pulling out the tray.

2. Air Fryers With A Bowl

And there are air fryers with bowls that are capable of self-stirring! Either with a paddle or by rotating the bowl/ basket automatically.

There may be also a viewing window on top so you can see the progress of the cooking.

11 Best Air Fryers In Malaysia 2023

• Best For 1-2 pax – Philips Daily Collection 0.8L Air Fryer HD9218/31
• Best Value – Khind 3L Air Fryer ARF3000
• Best For Beginners – Giselle 4.8L Digital Air Fryer KEA0202
• Largest Capacity (10L) – HETCH Digital Turbo 10L Air Fryer DAF-1720-HC or Nakada 10L Air Fryer NKD1100
• Space saver (~4L) – Russell Taylors 3.8L Air Fryer AF-24
• Best Quality (~7L) – Philips Premium Air Fryer XXL Smart Sensing HD9860/99

1. COSORI Premium Max XL Air Fryer CP158

The COSORI Premium Max XL Air Fryer might look big, but its capacity best suits a household of 3 to 5 pax. Because of its smaller capacity, it’s a splurge compared to other air fryers.

If you’re looking for versatility and convenience however, we think that the COSORI Premium Max XL Air Fryer is worth checking out. It has many handy pre-sets that are easily accessible from the big LED display in front.

Besides the pre-sets, both the temperature control and timer have a wide range to work with. So you can cook to everything from toasting bread, a whole roasted chicken, potato chips or wedges, etc.

See our detailed review on the COSORI Premium Max XL Air Fryer.

Pros:

• Well-built
• Dishwasher-safe
• Easy to use
• Relatively quiet operation
• Attractive design
• Handy shake reminder feature
• Clear instruction manual
• Comes with a recipe book

Cons:

• Quite expensive for the cooking capacity
• Not space-saving

2. Corvan Air Fryer F50 XXL Full Size 5L

For such a large cooking capacity, the Corvan Air Fryer F50 XXL Full size 5L takes up very little counter space! 

It’s almost the same size as the Philips Daily Collection 0.8L Air Fryer HD9218/31 but with ~5 times the cooking capacity!

A glossy and smooth black exterior with rose gold detailing, and a minimalist digital display contribute to its aesthetic appeal!

The ample basket can accommodate enough food for a family of 8 easily but you can still use it for smaller quantities of food too.

Cleaning is easy as well since you don’t need any oil. Although a light brushing of oil does bring out the crisp in your food!

There are 8 preset programs (e.g. French fries, chicken, fish, muffins, etc) plus the flexibility to manually adjust the temperature or time.

The timer can go up to 60 minutes! For most air fryers, that limit is usually 30 minutes.

All of the various functions, temperature, and cooking time are conveniently accessible and clearly displayed on the touch panel.

And if you have to pull out the frying pan at any time (eg., to check on the cooking progress, flip the food or add a drizzle of oil for added crisp), the machine will pause automatically.

When the air fryer is done cooking, it’ll turn off by itself. The fan will continue running for ~15 seconds in order to cool down the interior.

At its price, the Corvan Air Fryer F50 XXL Full size 5L is a very attractive option for small to mid-sized families!

• Type: Pull-Out Tray
• Cooking Power: 1,500 W
• Basket Capacity: 5 L
• Weight: 4.2 kg
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 340 x 260 x 310 mm
• Temperature: 65 – 200 °C
• Timer: Up to 60 minutes
• Features: Temperature Control, Touch Panel, 8 Preset Programs, LED Display, Auto-shut Off, Flipping Reminder, Auto Pause when basket is pulled out
• Warranty: 1 year
• Price: ~RM300

Pros:

• Huge full size 5 liter frying pan, enough for most households
• Wide temperature range
• Great after-sales service
• Easy to use and clean
• Classy design
• Versatile (e.g. roast, bake, grill, fry, reheat) with many preset programs
• Space-saving

Cons:

• Occasional wiping down of exterior may be required to keep it free from fingerprints
• Cannot replace conventional oven to bake large batches

3. Nakada 4L Air Fryer NKD1100

Largest Capacity (10L)

Watch your food as it cooks (without opening the air fryer) via the tempered glass lid of the Nakada 4L Air Fryer NKD1100.

Cooking time can take as long as an hour, and up to 230 °C. In contrast, most air fryers stop at 200 °C!

Note: Interestingly if you follow the manual closely, the food tends to take too long to cook!

For safety measures, we like that this air fryer goes on pause any time you open the lid!

Based on its cooking capacity, the Nakada 4L Air Fryer NKD1100 will suit a household of less than 4 pax!

Update April 2022: There are now 3 new colors (Blue, Green & Pink) for the Nakada 4L Air Fryer NKD1100

Alternatively, you can check out the larger version of the Nakada 4L Air Fryer NKD1100, the Nakada 10L Air Fryer NKD1500 instead!

Cooking video:

Pros:

• Can clearly monitor your cooking since there is an interior light and a glass lid
• Besides black, it comes in a chic mint green too!
• The main inner pot and accessories like the grill rack, shallow pan and frying basket are made of metal, not plastic. And they have a non-stick coating for easier clean up
• You can easily find Youtube videos from other users using this particular air fryer
• A lot of accessories come with this fryer, including a grill rack, kitchen scissors, a frying basket, etc

Cons:

• Bulky design compared to other air fryers

4. PerySmith 4.8L Air Fryer EcoHealth Series PS1520

PerySmith has a 2-year long warranty for their crimson air fryer, PS1520. It’s big enough to fit a whole chicken in!

The timer automatically switches off the fryer when the time is up.

We find that the PerySmith 4.8L Air Fryer EcoHealth Series PS1520 works well for juicier foods – like meat. But tends to make drier foods (like samosas) even drier.

Small families with extra counter space can consider this air fryer, especially for frequent use! It’s particularly very useful (and easy to use) for heating up frozen food.

Tip: Preheat the air fryer before using it the first time. The plastic odor may take up to 5 uses before it goes away.

Pros:

• Dings when the food is done!
• Frozen food can be ready in as fast as 10 to 15 minutes
• Clear manual
• Built-in overheat protection
• Easy to use – just turn the temperature and timer dial accordingly!
• Build quality is good for the price
• You can safely touch the exterior without burning yourself!
• Acceptable noise level
• Cleaning it is easy

Cons:

• The provided basket is not made of stainless steel
• Larger than it looks
• Exterior is not fully insulated (e.g. the menu panel gets hot)
• Some force needed to pull out the drawer
• Wire is very short

5. Giselle 4.8L Digital Air Fryer KEA0202

Best For Beginners

Sporting a futuristic exterior, this air fryer by Giselle has 7 auto pre-set programs including fish, cakes, French fries and more which you can select from the digital touch panel.

But unlike the Nakada 4L Air Fryer NKD1100, you have to manually stop the Giselle 4.8L Digital Air Fryer KEA0202 mid-way through the cooking process if you want to turn over your meat.

Though you can do this simply by pushing the on/off switch!

Overall, the Giselle 4.8L Digital Air Fryer KEA0202 is ideal for first time air fryer users! Or for those wanting to save on counter space as this is not a bulky air fryer.

Note: Can’t bake cakes without the cake barrel which is sold separately.

Pros:

• Straightforward recipe videos (total 19, most are baking videos) on the Giselle channel on Youtube
• Not that much bigger than your average rice cooker! Compact for its capacity!
• Light touch for the buttons (no force needed)
• Does not smell of plastic
• You can pull the drawer out with one hand
• Tells you when the cooking is done with a ding!
• Not loud when cooking
• Approved by SIRIM

Cons:

• Can’t bake cakes without a cake pan (you can try using your own, or buy theirs separately)

6. Khind 3L Air Fryer ARF3000

Best Value

There are 8 pre-set programs to try out from the digital display of the Khind 3L Air Fryer ARF3000. That includes frozen food, chicken drumsticks, French fries, and more!

When it is on, you’ll hardly notice the fan running.

However, you can noticeably feel the air fryer getting hotter from the outside! So you may want to take extra care with using the Khind 3L Air Fryer ARF3000 when young children are around.

That aside, the obvious appeal of the Khind 3L Air Fryer ARF3000 is its price. This air fryer is value-for-money as you get a cake tin, and frying basket (of SUS304 stainless steel). Plus, a recipe book and a pair of tongs!

Pros:

• We like the built-in safety feature for auto shut-down
• Large frying capacity – enough for a 1kg chicken to go in (3L for the frying basket, and 1.3L for cakes)
• Gets things crunchy without using a lot of oil
• Not difficult to clean as long as you soak the pan first

Cons:

• Non stick coating comes off easily – soak first instead of brushing food debris out immediately!

7. Russell Taylors 3.8L Air Fryer AF-24

Space saver (~4L)

Grill, roast and even bake with the multi-purpose AF-24 air fryer by Russell Taylors! The temperature and timer can be adjusted via their respective dials at the front.

And every time you pull out the basket during the cooking process, the air fryer will switch off on its own. To resume, you just have to push the basket back!

The sleek and solid build of the Russell Taylors 3.8L Air Fryer AF-24 takes little horizontal space so it’s just perfect if you need an air fryer but don’t have much room in your kitchen for one!

However, since there aren’t many recipes available online, the Russell Taylors 3.8L Air Fryer AF-24 is more suitable for those who are not planning on experimenting a whole lot on new recipes.

Note: Basket has a non-stick coating.

Pros:

• Minimal oil required for the same results as deep frying
• One-handed operation for the drawer
• Manual is provided
• Lightweight
• Surprisingly quiet though the timer ticking is audible
• Metal inner pot and frying basket
• Inner pot can be removed completely for easy washing

Cons:

• Limited recipe videos on the official channel (honey chicken, apple puffs, and chocolate muffins)
• Relatively short timer duration
• After a year of frequent use, the non stick coating may come off

There’s a bigger model, Russell Taylors 4.8L Air Fryer AF-34.

8. Tefal Easy Fry Classic 4.2L Air fryer – EY20

The Tefal Easy Fry Classic 4.2L Air fryer (EY20) has a 4.2L capacity that can accommodate a whole chicken or cook large portions of food (up to 4 people).

On that note, if you need to cook a lot in one go but only have a small budget, the Tefal Easy Fry Classic 4.2L Air fryer (EY20) is affordable.

You can use it to fry, grill, bake and roast food but there are no pre-set temperature or times for these functions. And you will have to set these yourself manually.

On the other hand, if you’re looking for something with more menus, the Tefal Easy Fry Precision Digital (4.2L) EY40 has 8 pre-set menus in a touch screen panel unlike the Tefal Easy Fry Classic 4.2L Air fryer (EY20).

Because the Tefal EY20 just has simpler knobs to set and control time and temperature. Unfortunately, the knobs do not turn easily (I.e., tight) and may occasionally get stuck during cooking too.

But the Tefal EY20 is ideal for those looking for an air fryer that is straightforward with few buttons to mess with. All you need to do to get it to work is turn 2 knobs (temperature and time) making it easy to handle for older folks!

That said, the Tefal Easy Fry Precision Digital (4.2L) EY40 is significantly more expensive at ~RM1,000 whereas the Tefal Easy Fry Classic 4.2L Air fryer (EY20) only costs RM229!

• Type: Pull-Out Tray
• Basket Capacity: 1.2kg
• Temperature: Up to 200 °C
• Timer: Up to 60 minutes
• Features: 4 Programs
• Warranty: 2 years
• Price: ~RM229

Pros:

• Large capacity making it suitable for large families
• Suitable for older people for its simple functions
• Affordable for a Tefal brand product

Cons:

• Tight knobs
• No pre-set menus

9. Philips Daily Collection 0.8L Air Fryer HD9218/31

Best For 1-2 pax

This beautiful little appliance from Philips’ Daily Collection has an optimal heating profile to cook your food! And 2 years warranty besides.

You can fully adjust the temperature up to 200 °C for roasting or grilling! And the resulting meat still retains juice but is crispy on the outside!

Furthermore, the size of the air fryer is no constraint on its versatility as you can even bake cakes with the Philips Daily Collection 0.8L Air Fryer HD9218/31. Although we have to say that the manual is not very beginner friendly.

With its limited capacity (i.e. basket can’t’ hold much) however, the Philips Daily Collection 0.8L Air Fryer HD9218/31 is most suitable for a household of 2 pax or less!

The Philips Daily Collection 0.8L Air Fryer HD9218/31 is also pretty pricey for its size. Larger air fryers like the Khind 3L Air Fryer ARF3000 (0.8L vs 3L) are cheaper (RM399 vs RM300)!

Pros:

• There’s another color variation in a lovely muted teal grey
• Has a retractable power cord
• 15 minutes to fry frozen chips!
• The timer goes up to 30 minutes with an audible alert when it’s done
• Quiet when cooking
• Gives a ping when cooking is done
• Simple to use and clean
• Doesn’t take up much counter space
• It is possible to bake cakes with this appliance
• Lots of recipes from online (there is an app too!)

Cons:

• Instructions are not very helpful despite the pictures
• No light to indicate that it is on
• Expensive for the cooking capacity

10. HETCH Digital Turbo 10L Air Fryer DAF-1720-HC

Largest Capacity (10L)

HETCH’s Digital Turbo 10L Air Fryer DAF-1720-HC has 20 pre-set programs which you can customize by adjusting the time.

This is useful for adjusting some of the inaccurate preset functions (e.g. pizza, chips, whole chicken)!

Unusual for an air fryer, the bowl of the HETCH Digital Turbo 10L Air Fryer DAF-1720-HC automatically rotates 360 degrees for minimum involvement from you!

And you won’t need to interrupt the cooking process either because you will be able to see the entire cooking process via the transparent lid!

To make the most of this appliance however, we think the HETCH Digital Turbo 10L Air Fryer DAF-1720-HCwould serve an experienced cook better! Someone who likes to surprise the whole family with new dishes since there are so many functions to try out!

Note: Basket is stainless steel but not easy to clean.

Pros:

• Base pan is removable and dishwasher safe
• You can make anything from grilled steak or fish, and even bake cakes and biscuits!
• Capacity is large enough for a whole chicken
• Accessories come in super useful
• An additional oil filter simplifies cleaning

Cons:

• Basket is stainless steel but not easy to clean, nor does it have fine workmanship
• Power cable is a bit short
• Words on the panel area bit small if you’re short-sighted
• Inconvenient placement of the cover release button (I.e. side instead of at the top)

11. Philips 7.3L Premium Air Fryer XXL Smart Sensing HD9860/99

Best Quality (~7L)

This huge airfryer is perfect for large families as it can serve up to 6 people!

But given the impressive cooking capacity, it’s also bulky, heavy and will take up space on your kitchen counter.

The size of the Philips 7.3L Premium Air Fryer XXL Smart Sensing HD9860/99 is the same as the older model; Philips Premium Airfryer XXL HD9630/99 is also 7.3L. And both of these air fryers weigh almost 8kg.

However, a very noticeable upgrade in the new Philips 7.3L Premium Air Fryer XXL Smart Sensing HD9860/99   is definitely the versatile design which we believe goes well in any kitchen.

Note: The older model (Philips HD9630/99) has a tendency to release smoke! But thankfully with the new model, that problem seems to have cleared out (pun intended).

And unlike the similar sized older model (Philips Premium Airfryer XXL HD9630/99) where the numbers fade easily from the dials, the new Philips 7.3L Premium Air Fryer XXL Smart Sensing HD9860/99 comes with a sleek LCD screen panel.

Which makes it easier to see the exact time and temperature you are setting.

You will also notice that there are 5 pre-set menus on the panel of the newer Philips 7.3L Premium Air Fryer XXL Smart Sensing HD9860/99.

Furthermore, it also has a smart sensor that detects the type of food you’ve put in so the air fryer can accordingly adjust for the optimum time and temperature.

It is a hit or miss with some dishes but luckily you still have the option of manually setting the time and temperature.

Cleaning the Philips 7.3L Premium Air Fryer XXL Smart Sensing  HD9860/99  however, is tricky as the pan’s bottom uses a mesh which is hard to clean out especially after particularly oilier foods.

On the whole, if you’re someone who can afford to splurge on an air fryer and enjoys cooking often or cook large portions, we highly recommend the Philips 7.3L Premium Air Fryer XXL Smart Sensing HD9860/99 for versatile cooking options.

• Type: Pull-Out Tray
• Cooking Power: 2,225 W
• Basket Capacity: 1.4 kg
• Weight: 7.99 kg
• Temperature: 80 – 200 °C
• Timer: Up to 60 minutes
• Features: 5 Programs, Smart Sensing Technology, Temperature Control
• Warranty: 2 years
• Price: ~RM1,449

Pros:

• Large capacity for larger families
• LED Screen panel makes  it easier to set and view the exact cook time and temperature
• Smart sensor is useful if you aren’t familiar with the cooking time and temperature of certain foods

Cons:

• Bottom pan is hard to scrub clean
• Bulky and heavy at almost 8kgs (Not suitable for older people given the heaviness and multitude of buttons that could be confusing even for those who are tech savvy)
• Expensive

How To Choose The Best Air Fryer

1. Budget

So how much is an air fryer going to cost you? The models we’re recommending here start from RM150 all the way up to ~RM1,500.

On average, they are around RM300.

The price generally correlates to how many features the air fryer has as well as its capacity and build quality!

Air fryers from notable brands like Philips will also cost more.

2. Size

Most air fryers in the market have families of 4 in mind.

So if you have a larger household, look for an air fryer model that mentions XL in the name!

Note: 800g is the smallest on this list.

3. Features To Look Out For

Besides a stirring paddle and rotating basket, the following can be very useful:

• Temperature settings
• Grill mode and accessories
• Timer (digital/ analog)
• Pre-set programs
• Alarm for when cooking is done

How To Maintain & Clean Your Air Fryer

First, always unplug your air fryer before cleaning it! This is an electrical appliance and you don’t want to electrocute yourself!

• Use a damp cloth to wipe the interior and exterior
• You can wash the pan/tray or bowl with regular dish wash soap and water.
• Do not use a metal scrubber on the pan or bowl to prevent scratches on the non-stick surface!
• Avoid scraping the bowl or tray with metal utensils
• Before you start cooking, make sure the air fryer is completely dry
• Keep the heating element free of debris and spills
• Remove stubborn residues off the bottom of the interior by soaking for a while before washing
• Lastly, don’t ever overfill your air fryer!

Conclusion

Love fried food but can’t stand the mess or summon the energy? You can leave it to the best air fryer in Malaysia to save you from all that as well as from unwanted calories!

This list contains various models from local and international brands. Remember to look at the cooking capacity (including max temperature), its physical dimensions, and versatility before you buy an air fryer!

Further reading:

• 11 Best Mini Fridges In Malaysia
• 13 Best Electric Kettles In Malaysia
• 13 Best Food Processors In Malaysia
• 11 Best Bread Makers In Malaysia
• 11 Best Microwave Ovens In Malaysia