Air Fryer vs Convection Oven — Which One Should You Get?
Okay, let’s talk about the two kitchen gadgets currently battling for our counter space 🥊
If you're choosing between an air fryer and a convection oven, here’s the mom-truth:
⚡ Air Fryer
Why We Love It
Crispy food with almost no oil
Fast cooking (hallelujah on weeknights 🙌)
Kid-approved results
Best For
Nuggets & fries (again, kids 😅)
Veggies
Frozen snacks
Quick re-heating
🔥 Convection Toaster Oven
Why We Love It
Bigger cooking space (hello family meals)
Bakes AND crisps
Can replace your oven for small batches
Best For
Sheet-pan dinners
Baking cookies
Toast (duh)
Roasting veggies
🏆 Mom Verdict
If you…
🧊 Live on freezer snacks → Air Fryer
🍽️ Cook full meals → Convection Oven
👑 Want ultimate convenience → Both (if space allows)
🛒 Shop Small Appliances
Air Fryers:
👉 https://www.potspansetc.com/small-appliances
Convection Ovens:
👉 https://www.potspansetc.com/small-appliances