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Buying guide: how to choose a fryer

What truly sets fryers apart is bowl capacity, the amount of food cooked in one batch, and how fast the appliance reaches temperature. Automatic programs and maximum temperature then help fine tune the choice to your habits.

What to check

Bowl capacity Capacity measures the volume the bowl can hold. It determines whether the appliance suits occasional use or regular meals for several people. Recent market listings range from around 3.5 L for the smallest bowls to 10 L for the largest, with a median near 7.15 L. A higher capacity score means a roomier bowl. A small bowl suits one or two people, while a larger one makes family meals easier to prepare. Market median: 8.6 L
Food quantity per batch This criterion indicates the weight of food the fryer can cook in a single batch, a complementary reading to bowl capacity since it accounts for the space needed for even cooking. Listings range from 0.6 kg for the least generous models to 2 kg for the most capable, with a median at 1.4 kg. A higher score signals an appliance able to feed several people in one batch, useful for avoiding repeated cooking rounds during a meal. Market median: 1.4 kg
Heating power Electrical power determines how quickly the appliance reaches cooking temperature and how well it holds heat once food is added. Market listings range from 1,350 W for the least powerful models to 2,800 W for the most powerful, with a median at 2,175 W. A higher score means faster heating, which reduces waiting time and helps achieve even cooking, especially with larger quantities of food. Market median: 2,175 W
Maximum temperature and frozen food This criterion reflects the maximum temperature the appliance can reach. A high temperature quickly sears the surface of frozen food, limiting oil or moisture absorption and preserving crispness. Market listings show 190°C for the least performant models on this point, 200°C at the median, up to 240°C for the best. A high score here particularly suits anyone who frequently cooks frozen products. Market median: 200 °C
Automatic programs This criterion counts the preset recipes offered by the appliance, each automatically adjusting temperature and time according to the type of food. The simplest models offer around 6 programs, the median sits at 9, and the best equipped exceed 18 programs. A high score suits anyone who often varies preparations without wanting to set each parameter manually. This criterion matters less for those who prefer to control cooking themselves. Market median: 9
Maintenance and daily use Beyond the measured criteria, maintenance matters for daily use. A removable bowl makes cleaning easier, as does a basket that can go in the dishwasher. Managing odors and steam deserves attention if the appliance is used often in an enclosed space. Storage also counts: a bulky fryer, even if its capacity helps with family meals, needs dedicated storage space between uses.

Benchmarks based on 30 recent market listings, collected on 1 October 2026.

What you get for each budget

Under €40

At this level, bowls stay compact and power tends toward the lower end of the recorded range, with few automatic programs.

€40 to €100

This tier offers a balance between capacity, power and a few programs, with values often close to the medians recorded on the market.

Over €100

Beyond that, appliances aim for the highest recorded benchmarks in capacity, food quantity and programs, suited to family or frequent use.

Frequent mistakes

Choosing a bowl too small for your usual number of diners forces you to cook in multiple batches.
Overlooking power slows down heating and lengthens cooking time, especially with frozen food.
Focusing on the number of programs without checking the bowl’s actual capacity leads to an appliance poorly suited to intended use.
Ignoring daily maintenance, such as cleaning the basket or bowl, complicates long term use.

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