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Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket Air Fryer (8 Qt)

Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket Air Fryer (8 Qt)

3.9(7 ratings)

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$189.99at The Home DepotChecked 14 h ago

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $189.99 at The Home Depot on Nov 10.
  • Checked at 6 stores.

Our take on the Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket Air Fryer (8 Qt)

The Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket is an 8-quart air fryer with two independent baskets, each with its own controls and Smart Programs. You can cook two foods at different temperatures and times and finish them together with SyncCook, or match one basket's settings to the other with SyncFinish. It suits families and batch cooks who want fries and chicken done at once without a second appliance. Against single-basket fryers it trades a bigger footprint for flexibility; against premium dual-basket rivals it has fewer presets and no steam or probe features, but owners rate its even crisping and simple controls highly.

Best forFamilies cooking two foods at onceBatch cooking and meal prepReplacing a toaster oven and microwave for reheatingFrozen-food-heavy households
Pros
  • Two independent 4-quart baskets with separate controls
  • SyncCook and SyncFinish finish both baskets together
  • 8-in-1: air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, dehydrate and more
  • ClearCook window and light let you watch food without opening
  • Dishwasher-safe baskets and crisper plates
  • Simple touch panel with saved settings
Cons
  • Large footprint for a countertop appliance
  • Baskets are smaller than the total capacity suggests
  • Loud fan and beeping on some units
  • Exterior gets hot during long cooks
  • No steam, probe or rotisserie features found on pricier rivals

Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket Air Fryer (8 Qt) prices at every store

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  • MOHDNew

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    $201.97Free shippingChecked 14 h ago
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  • Martexplore.comNew

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    $148.75Free shippingChecked 14 h ago
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  • WalmartNew

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    $189.95Free shippingChecked 14 h ago
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  • MartDiscover.comNew

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    $297.50Free shippingChecked 14 h ago
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Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket Air Fryer (8 Qt) price history

Lowest price we've seen: $148.75 on Nov 10 at Martexplore.com. Tracked across 6 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners praise the dual baskets for cooking a main and a side at once and for even, crispy results on frozen foods. Common complaints are the noise, the counter space it takes and a learning curve on times and temperatures.

What people mention
  • Cooking resultsPraisedOwners say frozen fries, wings and vegetables come out crisp and evenly browned.
  • Dual basketsPraisedReviewers value cooking two foods at different settings and finishing them together.
  • NoiseCriticisedThe fan is loud enough that some owners avoid running it late at night.
  • SizeMixedThe 8-quart total is generous, but the unit takes up a lot of counter space.
  • ControlsMixedThe touch panel is simple, though presets need adjusting and the beeps bother some.
  • CleaningPraisedBaskets and crisper plates are nonstick and dishwasher-safe, which owners find easy.

From The Home Depot

  • Dual basket air fryer with ClearCook
  • 8 qt capacity
  • Black finish
Returns
Return this item within 90 days of purchase, in store or online.
Packs
Limit 5 per order

About the Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket Air Fryer (8 Qt)

Create healthier versions of all your family's favorite fried foods. From fresh or frozen, from air fry to roast - the Instant Vortex Plus 8-Quart 8-in-1 Air Fryer Oven crisps to perfection with little or no oil. Experience a world of flavor with the touch of a button. Use the preset Smart Programs to easily roast, broil, bake, reheat, air fry or dehydrate. Reheat leftovers in a jiffy. Simple touch controls are easy to use. And the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven remembers your settings. Combine space efficiency on your countertop with versatility and say goodbye to your microwave, pizza oven, convection oven, dehydrator and toaster. Anything they can do the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven can do better.

Specifications

Dual Basket
Yes
Power Source
Electric
Finish
Stainless Steel
Capacity
2 gallons
Power Consumption
1,700 watts
Max Temperature
401° maximum temperature

Questions and answers

How do the two baskets work together?
Each basket has its own time and temperature. SyncCook runs both on the same settings, and SyncFinish delays one basket so both finish at the same moment.
Is 8 quarts enough for a family?
It is two 4-quart baskets, so each holds roughly a meal's worth of fries or a small chicken. It suits four people, but a whole large bird will not fit in one basket.
Does it need preheating?
Many recipes work without it, but preheating a few minutes gives crisper results on frozen foods and baked goods.
Can I put the baskets in the dishwasher?
Yes. The baskets and crisper plates are dishwasher-safe, though hand washing keeps the nonstick coating in better shape.
How does it compare with a single-basket air fryer?
You get two cooking zones and more total capacity, at the cost of a larger footprint and a higher price than most single-basket models.
What can it do besides air fry?
It also roasts, broils, bakes, reheats and dehydrates, covering most of what a toaster oven and microwave do for everyday meals.
Where is the Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket Air Fryer (8 Qt) cheapest?
At The Home Depot, for $189.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket Air Fryer (8 Qt)?
Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings.
Where can I buy the Instant Vortex Plus Dual Basket Air Fryer (8 Qt)?
6 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Martexplore.com, Walmart, MOHD, MartDiscover.com.

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