Best Value Air Fryers in the UK (2026): 10 Real Listings Ranked by Rating per £
Ranked by real rating relative to price across 10 listings in Air Fryers.
Discover the best value air fryers in the UK with our 2026 guide. ‘Best value’ here means achieving the highest rating for your money – not just finding the cheapest option. We've ranked 10 real listings based on their customer ratings divided by price (the ‘value score’). Currently, the Salter 2L Compact Manual Air Fryer takes the lead with a score of 0.13. The Tower T17186 Vortx Digital Air Fryer boasts an impressive 4.5/5 rating, highlighting its performance and features.
- 1.Salter 2L Compact Manual Air Fryer4.3/5 · £32.99 · value 0.130
Salter · Air Fryers
- 2.Tower T17186 Vortx Digital Air Fryer with Digital Colour Display, 11 Pre-set Cooking Options, Space Saving Design, 1500W, 5L, Black4.5/5 · £38.91 · value 0.116
Tower · Air Fryers
- 3.Tower Vortx Digital Air Fryer Oven with Rapid Air Circulation and 60 Min Timer, 4.3 Litre, Black (T17024)4.4/5 · £47.42 · value 0.093
Tower · Air Fryers
- 4.Breville Halo Air Fryer | Digital Large Air Fryer Oven | 5.5L | Fry, Bake, Roast & Grill | 1700W (VDF126)4.5/5 · £59.79 · value 0.075
Breville · Air Fryers
- 5.COSORI Air Fryer 5.5L Capacity, Oil Free, 11 Presets with 100 Recipes Cookbook, Non-Stick, Dishwasher Safe Basket, 1700-Watt (CP158-AF)4.6/5 · £71.00 · value 0.065
Cosori · Air Fryers
- 6.Amazon Basics 6 Litre Air Fryer with Digital Touchscreen and 8 Cooking Presets, Black4.3/5 · £68.49 · value 0.063
Amazon Basics · Air Fryers
- 7.Tower T17151 Vortx Dual Basket Air Fryer with Vizion Viewing Windows, 9 Preset Functions, 8L, 3040W, Black4.5/5 · £79.99 · value 0.056
Tower · Air Fryers
- 8.Salter EK5729 Dual Sector Air Fryer, XL 9L Family Size, Dual Non-Stick Cooking Drawers (5.5L/3.5L), Digital LED Touch Display4.4/5 · £79.93 · value 0.055
Salter · Air Fryers
- 9.Philips Essential Airfryer, 4.1 Litre, Rapid Air Technology, HomeID App, Grey & White (HD9200/10)4.3/5 · £79.99 · value 0.054
Philips · Air Fryers
- 10.Duronic Air Fryer with XL Drawer AF14 BK, Family Sized Multi Cooker with Visual Window, 10L Large Drawer4.4/5 · £84.99 · value 0.052
Duronic · Air Fryers
Best Value Picks
- Salter 2L Compact Manual Air Fryer: 4.3/5, £32.99, Value Score 0.13
- Tower T17186 Vortx Digital Air Fryer with Digital Colour Display, 11 Pre-set Cooking Options, Space Saving Design, 1500W, 5L, Black: 4.5/5, £38.91, Value Score 0.116
- Tower Vortx Digital Air Fryer Oven with Rapid Air Circulation and 60 Min Timer, 4.3 Litre, Black (T17024): 4.4/5, £47.42, Value Score 0.093
What Value Score Tells You
The ‘Value Score’ is calculated by dividing the product rating by its price. A higher value score indicates a better rating for the money, suggesting that customers are particularly satisfied with this air fryer relative to its cost. The Salter 2L Compact Manual Air Fryer currently boasts the highest Value Score at 0.13.
While the Tower T17186 Vortx Digital Air Fryer with Digital Colour Display has a higher overall rating (4.5/5), its value score is lower (0.116) due to its higher price (£38.91). Conversely, the Tower Vortx Digital Air Fryer Oven with Rapid Air Circulation and 60 Min Timer has the lowest value score (0.093) despite a good rating of 4.4/5, reflecting its greater cost (£47.42).
How to Use This Leaderboard
- Use the Value Score as a primary filter – prioritise air fryers with higher scores for optimal value.
- Compare products side-by-side using both rating and price to identify the best deal based on your needs.
- Consider that lower priced items may offer excellent value, particularly if you are looking for a basic model.
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FAQ
What does 'value score' mean?+
‘Value Score’ represents the relative quality of each product based on its rating and price. It is calculated by dividing the product’s rating by its price, expressed as a decimal. A higher value score indicates that the product offers better value for money compared to others in the list.
Is the cheapest option always the best value?+
No, simply being the cheapest doesn't guarantee the best value. The ‘Salter 2L Compact Manual Air Fryer’ has a lower value score than the other models due to its lower rating despite its low price. It demonstrates that a higher rated product can represent better value.
How should I consider the ratings?+
The ratings provided (out of 5) reflect customer satisfaction with each air fryer. However, when evaluating ‘value’, it’s important to consider both the rating and the price. A higher rating generally indicates a more desirable product, but this needs to be balanced against its cost.
Which air fryer is 'best value'?+
According to the leaderboard, the ‘Salter 2L Compact Manual Air Fryer’ is currently considered the best value with a score of 0.13. This reflects its relatively high rating (4.3/5) compared to its affordable price (£32.99).
Which air fryer is 'cheapest'?+
The ‘Salter 2L Compact Manual Air Fryer’ is the cheapest option at £32.99. While it has the lowest value score, its low cost makes it an attractive choice for budget-conscious buyers.
Which air fryer is 'top-rated'?+
The ‘Tower T17186 Vortx Digital Air Fryer with Digital Colour Display, 11 Pre-set Cooking Options, Space Saving Design, 1500W, 5L, Black’ is the top-rated air fryer in this list, achieving a rating of 4.5/5.
How do the Tower models compare?+
The ‘Tower T17186 Vortx Digital Air Fryer with Digital Colour Display, 11 Pre-set Cooking Options, Space Saving Design, 1500W, 5L, Black’ and the ‘Tower Vortx Digital Air Fryer Oven with Rapid Air Circulation and 60 Min Timer, 4.3 Litre, Black (T17024)’ both have a rating of 4.5/5, but the T17186 has a value score of 0.116 compared to the T17024’s value score of 0.093.
Is it worth paying more for a higher rated air fryer?+
Considering the leaderboard, yes, the ‘Tower T17186 Vortx Digital Air Fryer with Digital Colour Display, 11 Pre-set Cooking Options, Space Saving Design, 1500W, 5L, Black’ offers superior value due to its higher rating (4.5/5) despite being slightly more expensive than the ‘Salter 2L Compact Manual Air Fryer’.
What factors influence the value score?+
The value score is calculated by dividing a product's rating by its price. Therefore, products with higher ratings and lower prices will have higher value scores, indicating better value for money relative to competing models within this list.
Can I compare the performance of different air fryers based solely on their value score?+
While the value score provides a useful metric for comparing products, it's important to remember that it’s a simple ratio. The ‘Tower T17186 Vortx Digital Air Fryer with Digital Colour Display, 11 Pre-set Cooking Options, Space Saving Design, 1500W, 5L, Black’ has the highest value score but this is partly due to its higher price; a full assessment would require considering other factors not included in this ranking.