The best air fryer for a motorhome will provide you with a quick and efficient way of rustling up food on tour. It’s a touring gadget that will come in particularly handy if your ‘van doesn’t come with an oven.
When you’re pitched up at one of the best motorhome sites, you may eat out sometimes, but having the appropriate facilities for cooking an on tour feast will be a good way of keeping costs down. Furthermore, if you use an air fryer a lot when at home, then your lifestyle is already geared towards them.
I’ve just bought a new motorhome, and one of the first things that I wanted to put in it was an air fryer – I use my version at home a lot, so I wanted to be able to take that convenience on the road with me too. But there are so many different types out there, that I soon realised there was going to be a lot to think about when it comes to buying the best air fryer for a motorhome.
Before investing in one, you have to think about how you intend to power it – will you have access to electric hookup or are you going to be relying on one of the best portable power stations for van life? This will be important to think about so you can be sure the power of your air fryer will be within its capacity. Make sure it meets the needs of all of you too. Buying a smaller model if there are several of you may not necessarily be the best decision.
In this guide, we’re sharing our pick of the best air fryers for a motorhome, featuring options from Tower, Ninja, Leisurewize and more. I’ll also go into some of the aspects that I had to think about when choosing the right air fryer for my motorhome.
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The best air fryers for a motorhome:
Tower T17021
Leisurewize – Low Wattage 1.7L Air Fryer With Digital Display
Ninja AF100UK
Salter EK2817 2L Compact Air Fryer
COSORI Pro LE Air Fryer L501
Tefal Easy Fry
Chefman TurboFry
COSORI CP158-AF
The best air fryer for a motorhome is:
Tower T17021 Family Size Air Fryer
- Capacity: 4.3 litres
- Wattage: 1500 watts
- Dimensions: 29 x 36.5 x 32.5cm
Reason to buy:
- Good price, decent capacity
Reason to avoid:
- Limited functions
If you’re looking for a good-sized air fryer to take away in your motorhome, it’s definitely worth considering this model from Tower. I have one in my own campervan and it’s proved useful time and again for cooking quick, easy meals.
It’s not the most compact model here, and it weighs 4.5kg, so you’ll need to bear in mind both your ‘van’s storage capacity and payload. However, I’ve found it has plenty of space for the food for two people, and I like the simplicity of its manual dials, which include a 60-minute timer.
This air fryer uses Tower’s Vortx technology to circulate hot air around the food, and I’ve found that it results in a good, even cook. I also like the fact that it comes with a one-year guarantee (extendable to two years) for additional peace of mind.
Leisurewize – Low Wattage 1.7L Air Fryer With Digital Display
- Capacity: 1.7 litres
- Wattage: 1000W
- Dimensions: 19 x 19 x 28cm
Reason to buy:
- No fuss, easy to use
Reason to avoid:
- Relatively low capacity
In some cases, low wattage air fryers can be better bet. If that’s something you’re looking for, this model, which is slimline, could be ideal. It has an intuitive digital display and can be set to multiple heat settings, between 80 and 200 degrees, and has a 60-minute timer. We think it’s incredibly useful that the basket is fully removable, as it will ensure it’s easy to clean after use. For further convenience, it’s dishwasher safe, so can be given a thorough clean upon your return from your tour.
However, we should point out that, like the Tower T17025 Vortx Compact in our guide, the capacity of only 1.7 litres could make it a better choice for cooking for one or two of you, instead of for a whole family. If that’s what you’re looking for and you want a more compact air fryer with a low wattage, this could be the product for you.
Ninja AF100UK
- Capacity: 3.8 litres
- Wattage: 1550 watts
- Dimensions: 25 x 36 x 32cm
Reason to buy:
- Large capacity from respected brand
Reason to avoid:
- A bit pricier and requires more power than others featured here
If you’ve previously owned an air fryer, chances are you’re going to be familiar with Ninja. After all, it is the most popular manufacturer of air fryers in the UK. We’ve included the slightly larger AF100UK for those looking for something a little more premium. It’s worth highlighting its 1550 wattage though, which is the highest wattage from an air fryer for a motorhome in our guide.
The 230v model comes with a digital display with four cooking functions, Air Fry, Roast, Reheat & Dehydrate. We’re fans of how it is non-stick and has dishwasher safe parts for easy cleaning. Usefully, it comes with a two-year guarantee, but what impresses us the most is its impressive 3.8-litre capacity.
Salter EK2817 2L Compact Air Fryer
- Capacity: 2 litres
- Wattage: 1000W
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 9.3 x 12cm
Reason to buy:
- Compact and easy to use with decent cooking capacity
Reason to avoid:
- Simple functionality
With an adequate capacity of two litres (considering its low wattage), we reckon this Salter could be a great choice for your campervan. We like how it comes packed full of features, including an adjustable temperature control, removable frying rack, power and heat indicator lights, a timer control dial, and automatic shut-off.
Our favourite feature with it is its sheer compactness – at only 9.3 x 9.3 x 12cm, it will be ideal for even those with the smallest of ‘vans.
It should be super easy to use, and for those who want an even bigger option, it’s also available in a larger 3.2-litre format, although this operates on 1300 watts, instead of the 1000 watts seen here.
COSORI Pro LE Air Fryer L501
- Capacity: 4.7 litres
- Wattage: 1500W
- Dimensions: 38.4 x 27.4 x 30.7cm
Reason to buy:
- Nine cooking functions and great results
Reason to avoid:
- Larger than others featured here
Another well-respected brand, Cosori has a reputation for manufacturing high-quality air fryers. This model looks good with its clean lines and digital display, and has a whopping 4.7 litres of cooking capacity. It has oodles of cooking functions (nine in total) too, you can preheat, keep warm and it has a maximum temperature of 230 degrees. We like how it runs quietly and also think it will be good for use at home, so you can use it domestically too.
Tefal Easy Fry
- Capacity: 5 litres
- Wattage: 1500W
- Dimensions: 37.5 x 27.3 x 32.4cm
Reason to buy:
- Great results and capacity
Reason to avoid:
- One of the bulkier models
We think this Tefal Easy Fry is a great option for those with larger motorhomes and families to feed. It has an impressive five litres of capacity, the best in our guide, yet despite this, it’s still relatively low wattage at 1500 watts. Unsurprisingly, its bulkier size means it would not be well suited to ‘van owners with more compact interiors though.
It has a smart digital display and we like how it has 10 auto cooking programs, covering popular food items such as fries, chicken and pizza. The non-stick air frying basket is dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning. An addition we like is how you can receive access to a recipe book by scanning the QR code on your smartphone or tablet, ideal for those who want some meal inspiration.
Chefman TurboFry
- Capacity: 2 litres
- Wattage: 1000w
- Dimensions: 20.3 x 22.9 x 27.9cm
Reason to buy:
- Good price and compact
Reason to avoid:
- Bit basic with few functions
The Chefman is another no-frills motorhome air fryer, coming with a 2 litre capacity and a low wattage of only 1000w. We like how it has an easy-to-use 60-minute timer, but will point out that its cooking temperature range of 90 to 200°C is surpassed by COSORI in our guide, which can reach up to 230°C.
The removable air fryer basket and cooking tray are dishwasher-safe, and it comes with a two-year Chefman warranty. We’d say this is a simple-to-use option with a manual temperature dial.
COSORI CP158-AF
- Capacity: 5.5 litres
- Wattage: 1700w
- Dimensions: 29.9 x 36.4 x 32.1cm
Reason to buy:
- The largest capacity here, various handy presets
Reason to avoid:
- Requires a fairly large amount of power
If you want an air fryer that’s on the larger side, take a look at this 5.5-litre model from Cosori – it has the biggest capacity of all the air fryers featured here. Despite this, it remains relatively compact; it weighs in at 5.44kg. You’ll need to keep an eye on your other power consumption when using it, though, because this one requires 1700W.
We like the fact that it has 11 cooking presets, which include chicken, steak, seafood, vegetables and more, and it comes with a book of 100 recipes to help inspire you on the road. The detachable basket should also come in handy when serving up food in the confines of your campervan.
Can I use an air fryer in a campervan?
The good news is you can use an air fryer in your campervan – so long as it has the appropriate wattage.
Power, of course, is the issue that gets many of us scratching our heads and your camping lifestyle will again have an impact here. Are you likely to be on electric hookup most of the time or will you be using it in conjunction with a separate power source such as a portable power station? Either way, it’s important to check what the campsite or portable power station can supply and that your appliance power requirements are within that capacity.
The 230V supply of most campsites will power most small household appliances but electric supply on campsites is generally rated at 16A or 10A, sometimes as low as 5A on campsites abroad, so you need to be careful to avoid ‘tripping’ the system. You’ll need to check the capacity and suitability of your power bank should you decide to use an airfryer off grid.
One handy hack that I’ve found for using my air fryer in my motorhome is to use a liner inside it – I particularly like the silicone examples that you can get. Not only are they cheap, but they prevent the inside of your air fryer getting dirty or greasy, making washing up in the confines of your campervan that much easier.
How to choose an air fryer for a motorhome
When you’re choosing an air fryer for a motorhome, there are a few factors to think about that will help you choose the one for you. Here, I’ve included a few hints and tips from when I was choosing an air fryer for my motorhome.
Start by thinking about the space you have in your ‘van. That comes down to individual priorities – the smaller the van the bigger the need to minimise unnecessary equipment. Remember, it’s not when you’re using the equipment that is the issue, it’s more what to do with it when it’s not in use.
If you’re very keen to have an air fryer then no doubt you’ll be able to find a drawer or cubbyhole where you can store it, but keep in mind that if you have to bury it so deeply that it becomes a pain to unpack it each time you use it, it might be worth reconsidering. That said, some campervans, for example, have drawers for optional cookers/grills and if yours is unused it’s a natural place to keep the air fryer close to hand.
I have a six-metre-long van conversion campervan, and kitchen space is quite tight inside it. That meant that I needed to choose an air fryer that would fit into a drawer or cupboard when we’re on the move – it’s not safe to leave it on the side when driving.
How many of you will be using it and will it be your main way of cooking food? A bigger capacity will come in useful if there are more of you, especially if your ‘van doesn’t have an oven or microwave.
I originally had a single-basket, 4.3-litre Tower air fryer, which did the job the perfectly at home. Before too long, though, I realised that I wanted a slightly larger-capacity air fryer with two drawers – this is handy, because it means that you can cook two different types of food at once, and at different temperatures. I ended up buying a Scoville eight-litre air fryer with a digital display and I’ve found this excellent for home use.
It was too big to be stored easily in my motorhome, though – and, with a power consumption of 2500W, needed too much power to comfortably be used on electric hook-up – so that one stays in my kitchen, and the 1500W Tower now lives permanently in my campervan.
Factor in how you intend to tour and whether you will have a way of powering it too. If you like to tour off-grid, do you have an portable power station that is able to power it, for instance? We suggest restricting your choice of air fryer to a relatively low wattage of 1800w and avoid using it at the same time as other gadgets such as kettles and microwaves, to avoid tripping the mains hook-up of the campsite that you are staying on.
Another thing to think carefully about is weight. The payload in my motorhome is relatively tight, so it’s important to choose light bits of kit over their heavier counterparts where possible. Choosing to take my 4.5kg Tower air fryer instead of my 7.4-litre Scoville unit helps me save payload for use elsewhere.
Lastly, think about what you actually want from it – what cooking functions you would like to see. Will a more basic model suffice, or would you like one with a variety of functions?
Put all of this together and you’ll be ready to choose the right one for your ‘van.
Is there a 12V air fryer for a motorhome?
Many bits of motorhome kit are available in 12V versions, which is great – that means you can use them in your campervan when you’re away from electric hook-up. Sadly, though, we’ve yet to find a 12V air fryer available in the UK – the amount of power they draw (because of the heating elements involved) means that you’ll need to use a mains-operated version.
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Written with contributions from Paul Critcher.
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