Air fryers have become a kitchen staple, praised for their speed, cost-effectiveness, and healthier cooking method. The latest innovation to capture the attention of home cooks is the dual-chamber model, promising the ability to cook an entire meal simultaneously. MyLondon's senior reporter, Rafi Mauro-Benady, put one to the test in December 2025.
Putting the Dual Air Fryer to the Test
Rafi Mauro-Benady was offered the chance to try the COSORI Dual Air Fryer, which boasts two independent cooking chambers that can run at different temperatures and times. This feature was particularly appealing, as it addresses a common limitation of single-basket models. The unit was priced at £169.99 on Amazon, down from its original £249.99.
The reporter's mission was straightforward: cook a complete meal of cheeseburgers with bacon and onions, alongside a portion of chips, using both chambers. The goal was to assess not just the food quality, but the practicality of the device in a typical UK kitchen.
The Cooking Experience: Pros and Cons
Setting up the air fryer was a quick process, taking about five minutes including initial washing. The package included helpful tongs and clear instructions. A notable, if perhaps niche, feature is a companion app for wireless control, allowing users to manage cooking remotely.
However, some drawbacks were immediately apparent. The first is its size. The dual air fryer occupies significant counter space, a consideration for smaller kitchens. Additionally, the individual chambers felt slightly smaller than expected, roughly two-thirds the size of a standard single basket, making ingredient placement a careful puzzle.
Another noted absence was a dedicated preheat function, though the reporter worked around this by running the empty chamber at the desired temperature. For the meal, steak-cut chips were cooked at 205°C for 15 minutes. In the second chamber, burgers, bacon, and onions were all cooked at 190°C, with the burgers needing 12 minutes and the bacon and onions about seven.
The Delicious Verdict and Cleaning Up
The result was a success. In approximately 15 minutes, the meal was ready. The chips were crispy and golden, the burger was cooked perfectly, the bacon was crisp, and the onions were sweetly caramelised. Clean-up was also straightforward, as the frying drawers are dishwasher safe.
For consumers considering alternatives, the review highlighted two other models. The Ninja 6-in-1 Dual Zone Air Fryer was on sale for £119.99 (down from £199.99), featuring six cooking functions and syncing drawers. On the more budget-friendly end, the Daewoo Digital 9L Dual Air Fryer with Window was available for £59.99 at Robert Dyas, with a capacity to feed up to six people.
The test by Rafi Mauro-Benady demonstrates that dual air fryers can indeed deliver on their promise of efficient, whole-meal cooking, though their larger footprint is a key factor for potential buyers to weigh.
