What this basket fryer handles
- 4.5-quart basket cooks 2 lb. of wings or 6 cups of vegetables.
- Air Fry, Roast, Bake and Keep Warm, with a reminder to toss.
This Cuisinart air fryer is built around a 4.5-quart basket, which the listing sizes for about 2 lb. of wings, three chicken cutlets, a 3.5 lb. chicken or six cups of vegetables. That range suits a small household cooking one main dish at a time, not a large family batch.
Four functions cover Air Fry, Roast, Bake and Keep Warm, so the same appliance can crisp fries, finish a roast, bake a small batch and hold food warm afterward. You set temperature up to 400°F through a touch screen, and the machine runs at 1600 watts.
The toss reminder tells you when to flip food, and a viewing window lets you watch without opening the basket. If you want an air fryer for quick weeknight sides and reheated leftovers, we'd consider this one.
What today's price means
At $61.74, this fryer is $18.08 below its typical price over the last 90 days, a 23 percent difference. That comparison is a recent average rather than a previous selling price, so treat it as a sense of where this model usually sits.
The rating sits at 4.6 from 833 reviews.
| Offer detail | Recorded value |
|---|---|
| Amazon price | $61.74 |
| Customer rating | 4.6 |
| Customer reviews | 833 |
| Typical price over 90 days | $79.82 |
| Difference | $18.08 (23 percent) |
Counter space, cleaning and daily use
The basket and other parts are dishwasher-safe, which matters if you plan to use this several times a week. The viewing window and touch display sit on the front, so leave clearance to reach the basket and screen.
Check the cord length and your outlet reach before committing counter space, and confirm the basket's footprint fits where you plan to store it. There is no stated preheat or cook time to plan around.
Keep the basket and window wiped between heavier cooks so the reminder and display stay easy to read.
When this fryer is the wrong fit
Skip this if you regularly cook for a crowd. A 4.5-quart basket means batches, so a larger capacity or a different style of cooker may suit a big family better.
It is also the wrong pick if you want a multi-rack oven-style air fryer or one that does more than air fry, roast, bake and keep warm. This model sticks to those four functions.
If you need a stated wattage or cord length for your kitchen setup, confirm that detail before ordering.
Product details
| Model | AIR-160NAS |
|---|---|
| Color | Stainless Steel & Black |
| Size | 4.5 Qt. Window |
