How much food fits in the 2.2-quart basket?

It holds about 2.2 quarts, enough for one or two servings of fries, nuggets or vegetables. Larger meals need cooking in batches.

Does it have presets or a digital display?

No. It uses a dial for temperature and a mechanical timer, so you set heat and time by hand.

Is the basket dishwasher safe?

Yes. The removable basket is dishwasher safe, and hand washing also works for quick cleanups.

Is it good for a dorm or small apartment?

Yes. The compact body is built for tight counters and small kitchens, and it draws less space than full-size fryers.

How does it compare with larger air fryers?

It gives up capacity, presets and digital precision, but covers basic crisping and reheating for one or two people.

It circulates hot air so you can cook with little to no oil, though a light coating helps browning on some foods.

Where is the Mainstays 2.2 QT Air Fryer cheapest?

At Walmart, for $29.98, as of our latest check.

Mainstays 2.2 QT Air Fryer

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Last seen at $29.98 at Walmart on Nov 8.

Our take on the Mainstays 2.2 QT Air Fryer

The Mainstays 2.2 QT Air Fryer is a small, budget-minded basket air fryer that circulates hot air to crisp food with little or no oil. Its 2.2-quart basket suits one or two people, and the compact body fits tight counters, dorm rooms and small apartments where a full-size fryer won't. It has dial temperature control and a mechanical timer, and the removable basket is dishwasher safe. Against larger digital fryers it gives up capacity, presets and precise settings, but it covers the basics for simple single-batch cooking.

Best forOne or two people cooking single batchesDorm rooms and small apartmentsBuyers who want simple dial controlsQuick reheating and crisping of frozen snacks

Pros

Small footprint fits cramped counters
Simple dial temperature and timer controls
Removable dishwasher-safe basket
Cooks with little to no oil
Low-cost entry into air frying

Cons

2.2-quart basket limits batch size
No presets or digital display
Mechanical timer is less precise than digital
Basic build compared with larger fryers

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What reviewers say

4.5 / 5721 ratings

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 721 ratings, owners largely find it a handy small fryer that does the job for one or two servings. The common complaint is that the basket fills fast, so bigger meals need several batches.

What people mention

SizeMixedOwners like the small footprint but say the 2.2-quart basket fills fast for more than one or two servings.
Ease of usePraisedReviewers find the dial controls simple and quick to learn.
CleanupPraisedThe removable basket is described as easy to wash and dishwasher safe.
ControlsCriticisedThe mechanical timer and dial temperature are called less precise than digital settings.
BuildMixedOwners describe a basic, lightweight build that matches its budget standing.

About the Mainstays 2.2 QT Air Fryer

The Mainstays 2.2-quart air fryer is a compact countertop appliance for small kitchens, dorm rooms, and other tight spaces. It cooks by circulating hot air, so a range of foods can be prepared with little to no oil.

Adjustable temperature control and a built-in timer set the heat and cooking time for different recipes. The basket is removable and dishwasher safe.

Capacity: 2.2 quarts
Color: White
Cooking method: Circulating hot air, with little to no oil
Controls: Adjustable temperature control, built-in timer
Care: Removable basket is dishwasher safe

Specifications

color: WhiteSource

Questions and answers

How much food fits in the 2.2-quart basket?: It holds about 2.2 quarts, enough for one or two servings of fries, nuggets or vegetables. Larger meals need cooking in batches.
Does it have presets or a digital display?: No. It uses a dial for temperature and a mechanical timer, so you set heat and time by hand.
Is the basket dishwasher safe?: Yes. The removable basket is dishwasher safe, and hand washing also works for quick cleanups.
Is it good for a dorm or small apartment?: Yes. The compact body is built for tight counters and small kitchens, and it draws less space than full-size fryers.
How does it compare with larger air fryers?: It gives up capacity, presets and digital precision, but covers basic crisping and reheating for one or two people.
Does it need oil?: It circulates hot air so you can cook with little to no oil, though a light coating helps browning on some foods.
Where is the Mainstays 2.2 QT Air Fryer cheapest?: At Walmart, for $29.98, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Mainstays 2.2 QT Air Fryer?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 721 ratings.