black air fryers from different brands with text overlay

The Best Air Fryers: Non Toxic Models

After hours of research into the best air fryer models currently on the market, here are the results of the highest rated and safest non-toxic models.

Post Update: After extensive continual research since origination of this blog post, I have some major updates to make to my prior recommendations.

I no longer recommend any of the Ninja air fryer products as non toxic due to their updated information since the original posting of this article.

Read their data sheet with the air fryer models containing PTFE (spoiler alert, it’s all of them).

Read their article they posted on their website stating PTFE that is applied over their ceramic coating.

When I had originally reached out to the company and spoken to their customer service, I was told by several employees that their products did not contain the toxic coatings I asked them about. Unfortunately I discovered recently that I was misinformed by their own company about their air fryers.

I offer my sincerest apologies to those who have purchased their air fryers due to my recommendations. It makes me sick to know that I unknowingly shared inaccurate information despite my best efforts and due diligence.

This new and updated blog post contains the most up to date information I have regarding non toxic air fryers and sadly, the list is short. But the good news is there are a few safer air fryer models.

Our family was suffering from lots of food intolerances, pain and bodily inflammation. We decided to heal our bodies from inflammation and started making changes to our lifestyle. Spoiler alert: it worked and I’ll share a blog post about that later. In our efforts to live a more healthy lifestyle and to heal our family’s gut and food intolerances, we started cleaning up our diet doing the Whole30 followed by eating Paleo for several more months, eating organic foods and taking supplements.

We also started using non-toxic hygiene products on our bodies and switched to using green household cleaners in our home. We replaced the cooking tools we used in the kitchen with non-toxic ones, including our air fryer. Removing toxins from your body allows it to heal and reduces inflammation.

As an Amazon affiliate,  I earn from qualifying purchases.Click here to read my full disclosure policy.

air fryers on kitchen counter. Left is ninja air fryer and right side is Wonder Oven.

One of our favorite appliances in our home is our air fryer because we love how crispy it makes food without deep frying. French fries are the best in the air fryer! These spicy coconut shrimp tacos are our favorites to make in the air fryer too!

I have been researching for a safer non toxic air fryer replacement for our air fryer. We ditched our Ninja air fryer after recently learning that it contains PTFE coating on top of their ceramic coating. PTFE is a toxic forever chemical and is something we avoid using in our home. At the bottom of the post, you can read more information why it’s important to choose non toxic air fryers and kitchen tools for your health.

We replaced it with our new favorite non toxic air fryer, the Wonder Oven by Our Place.

Wonder Oven air fryer with the door open to see inside.

BEST Non Toxic Air Fryers

The following are the best non toxic air fryers that are PTFE and PFOA free on the market right now. Note that some of these air fryers are hybrids and a multi-cooking appliance from being combined with a pressure cooker, grill or toaster oven.

Instant Pot Duo Crisp 11-in-1 Air Fryer and Electric Pressure Cooker Combo

Pros:

  • Multi-cooker air fryer and pressure cooker (more functions less appliances)
  • Comes in both 6QT and larger 8QT sizes
  • PTFE, PFOA and BPA free

Cons:

  • Although the air fryer basket is deep, it has a small capacity for air frying on the bottom of basket
  • Air frying results are not consistent when using the double stack rack method

Aria Air Fryers CCW-909 Aria Ceramic Air Fryer, 3Qt, White

Pros:

  • Teflon-Free, PTFE-Free, BPA-Free, PFOA-Free, Lead-Free, Cadmium-Free, Dishwasher-Safe, Manual, Programmable
  • Knob or dial controlled, helpful for the visually impaired
  • Instant Pre-heat: Reaches 400° in seconds
  • Takes up minimal counter space

Cons:

  • Small 3 quart capacity
  • Reviews complain of the coating flaking off easily

Elite Platinum EAF-05SS Digital 3.2Qt Hot Air Fryer

Pros:

  • Stainless Steel basket advertised.
  • Priced moderately.
  • PTFE and PFOA free.
  • Smaller foot print for counter top space and cupboard storage.

Cons:

  • Model says it contains aluminum, but not sure where that is after looking through item description.

Oster Copper-Infused DuraCeramic 3.3-Quart Air Fryer

Pros:

  • Ceramic coated basket that is PTFE and PFOA free.
  • Priced moderately.
  • Smaller foot print for counter top space and cupboard storage.

Cons:

  • Some reviews say that ceramic coating chips easily after several uses.
  • Small 3.3 quart capacity size

Pampered Chef Delux Air Fryer

Pros:

  • Large capacity 11.6 QT, can fit up to 4 lb whole chicken.
  • Air fry, bake, roast, dehydrate all in one appliance.
  • Multiple racks to cook more things at the same time.
  • Stainless Steel basket, rotisserie/forks, cooking racks and top protective shield.
  • Interior walls are aluminized steel
  • PFOA & PTFE free!

Cons:

  • Larger than a stand alone air fryer, but not as big as some toaster ovens.
  • Higher end price range unless you host a Pampered Chef party and then you can use your host discount to get it much much cheaper!

Big Boss Air Fryer

Pros:

  • Glass bowl with no coatings or metal
  • Most non-toxic model due to glass bowl and stainless steel parts
  • Budget friendly, affordable

Cons:

  • Glass bowl is exposed and can be hot to the touch. Caution around young children.
  • Bulky and takes up a lot of counter space.

THE BEST Non Toxic Air Fryer we bought

During the holidays we bought the new Wonder Oven by Our Place as our preferred nontoxic air fryer. It’s cute and takes up a little less counter space than our previous air fryer. It can cook about the same capacity as our prior air fryer too. It does take a little bit longer in cook times than our previous air fryer but since this is the best non toxic option that works for our family, a few extra minutes is worth preventing health risks.

This little air fryer Wonder Oven does so much more than air frying too, which makes me geek out a bit. It can steam, bake, reheat, toast and air fry.

Wonder Oven air fryer with food cooking inside.

I love the steam option when I want to cook some frozen asparagus for dinner.

The reheat option is perfect for leftover pizza, allowing you to reheat and get crispy crust edges. You’ll never have to deal with the rubbery cement that happens to your pizza when you reheat it in the microwave.

The baking option is great when you just have a small batch of cookies or bread you want to bake. Perfect for small or single households.

Toasting is great when you want to toast bread that has toppings on it like bruschetta or cheesy garlic bread. Basically any kind of toast that you can’t do in a regular toaster. Heck, you can now technically donate your toaster because this Wonder Oven replaces it.

And now, if you’re wondering why we made these appliance changes and why it’s important to avoid using these chemicals, read below!

Why is it important to buy a non-toxic air fryer that is free of PTFE and PFOA chemicals?

You can read more information about the harmful impacts these chemicals have on our bodies and environment here, here and here.

In a nutshell, PFOA is a harmful chemical that is used to help PTFE another harmful chemical (also known as Teflon) to bind and coat surfaces to make them nonstick such as typically found in pots/pans and kitchen appliances like air fryers, griddles and waffle makers. The accumulation of these toxic substances in our bodies causes serious health problems.

PFOA

PFOA is a man-made chemical called perfluorooctanoic acid that is also known as C8. It was used to help PFTE to bind to products. The US has banned the creation of PFOA due to how hazardous it is to our environment and its inability to decompose. It’s causing toxic pollution found world wide. Despite the US ban, you can find products with it on the shelves in a store near you because although it’s banned from being produced in the US, it can be imported. A lot of the items on the shelves are made in China, where this chemical is still being used.

The health effects from this group of chemicals range from tumors, heart disease, Parkinson’s disease, kidney disease, osteoarthritis, low birth weight and more that you can read about here. It can also cause cancer; breast, ovarian, thryoid, kidney, testicular, prostate and bladder.

Even though PFOA is mostly being phased out of production, it’s been replaced with another group of chemicals known as GenX which recently has been discovered as just as harmful.

PTFE

This nonstick substance is Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and can be found in many products from cookware to consumer packaging. It has been shown to cause flu-like symptoms also known as fume-fever in some humans. The fumes from PTFE is also known to be harmful to birds and can cause death.

And sadly these chemicals have created toxicity in our ground water. The movie, Dark Waters, also sheds some light on the environmental lawsuit against Dupont, a chemical company and creator of Teflon (PTFE), with a lengthy history of pollution.

Whew! I know that’s a lot of info and can be overwhelming to take in. Knowledge is power though, and now you can make safer non toxic purchases with this awareness moving forward. Wish you the best of health and crispy air fried french fries.

Similar Posts

158 Comments

    1. None of the Instant Pot brand products that do air frying are non toxic. The only exception is the air fryer lid attachment that you can purchase separately that goes on top of a regular Instant Pot Pressure Cooker base. The regular Instant Pot pressure cooker is nontoxic but it doesn’t do air frying unless you have the specific lid that turns it into an air fryer.

        1. This is the answer I got from insta pot
          After looking into this, it looks like that the Duo Crisp is PTFE, PFOA Free

          A
          what is the non stick coating on the air fryer basket
          10:09 AM

          B
          Most of the part for the Air Fryer and Air Fryer lid is mainly composed of ceramic coating.

          A
          so the air fryer lid & basket have ceramic coating not teflon correct?

          B
          Correct. The teflon is being used for the Vortex Air Fryer but for the Duo Crisp Combo, it is ceramic.

          A
          great how come you don’t specify that in your site?
          I can’t even find it in the manual

          B
          While we do not know how the back-office end works on the website, I’d be glad to forward your feedback to them so they can add this information as well so our customer will have more idea on the unit/s they are interested in.

          1. Thank you for sharing this info. I read conflicting responses from the Instant Pot brand on this model in the Questions section on Amazon reviews.

            Do you know what the ceramic is made out of and if it contains any PFAS, lead or cadmium? It does look like they updated the Instant Pot site with specifying that it is PFOA/PTFE-free. It does appear to be a safer air fryer choice. It would be even better if it contained no PFAS, lead or cadmium.

        1. The ninja air fryer comes with a second rack but I find it doesn’t cook evenly when using the rack. The top gets overdone while the basket bottom doesn’t get cooked enough. Using only the basket is the best results.

          1. Hi !
            I’m still kinda confused with what non toxic air fryer I should buy.
            Can you please recommend one

    2. I’m still concerned about some of the products Body. The baskets are stainless or glass but what about the body of the airfryer from the inside? Some the fans look plastic except for the boss

    1. To be honest , I am not convinced any of the air fryers is 100% safe , having only just finding out Teflon once in your body never leaves it . It’s so scary to think all the health concerns are known and STILL awe are being sold them . How frightening is it …..

      1. You’re correct, Teflon is a forever chemical and should be avoided. The airfryers I’m recommending in this list do not have Teflon to make them nonstick, they are ceramic coated or use stainless steel.

  1. Hi. Thanks for this article. I notice the Pampered Chef Delux Air Fryer interior walls are aluminized steel. I know aluminium is toxic, does this then make this model a toxic choice? Thank you.

    1. Thanks for commenting about the aluminized steel. I’m curious where you found out this information about the interior walls as it is not something I was able to find on the website during research on this model. Would love to know for myself and make any updates to this post, if needed!

  2. Thank you for all this very useful information, I am going to buy an air fryer and you helped me to choose a good one!!!

  3. Is Gourmia 7 qt digital air fryer non-toxic?
    If it is, could l put aluminum foil at the bottom of the container and on top of the crispy tray that may help by not touching the food to the toxic surface?

    1. The heat of cooking creates the fumes to be released into the air from the coatings so using aluminum foil isn’t going to prevent that. Also, it isn’t advised to cook on aluminum surfaces although it has been a common practices for many years.

  4. Thank you for your article! And research! I had no idea my Instantpot air fryer was toxic!! I have consciously avoided Teflon cookware in my home for close to 20 years to avoid it’s toxic affects for my family. I recently purchased the Ninja air fryer toaster oven for my son’s family and am glad to know it was a good purchase! I’m going to replace my Instantpot air fryer with the Ninja version for myself as well. Thanks again!!!

  5. I’m so upset I didn’t see this article before I bought my airfryer. I got the Ninja dual basket xl one. Its so much money and I’m pretty sure I don’t have the receipt anymore. 🙁

    1. I found this on their website: “Dreo digital air fryer adopted food-grade silicone pads on the plate and stainless steel chamber, all of which are PFOA-free and BPA-free. ETL-certified and FDA-approved materials provide you a perfect cooking experience.”

      So it does appear to be free of PFOAs and BPA for the silicone feet and the chamber. However, it isn’t clear whether this also means that the basket and cooking plate are also free of PFOAs.

    2. I had the same question and asked Dreo support who confirmed the nonstick coating in the basket and on the crisper plate is still Teflon :/

    1. I found this information from the FAQ section on the model on Ninja’s website: “The baskets are made of aluminum with a PTFE nonstick coating. The crisper plate has a PTFE-free ceramic nonstick coating.”

      So, I don’t recommend this model due to the baskets being made with PTFE.

  6. Hello! Thank you for this super helpful post! One question – does it matter what the air fryer is made out of, or simply the pan/asker that touches the food in the air fryer? Im interested in the Breville Smart Air Fryer Pro but it is not PFTE free. The interior panels are black so its definitely not stainless steel. But I’ll be using my own pans and the stainless steel air fryer basket. Is it still harmful?

    Thanks in advance.

    1. Such a good question! The harmful effects can also come from the PTFE/PFOAS coatings getting hot and releasing the fumes into the air. So yes, even if your food doesn’t touch it, the interior sides that have these coatings, will still emit toxic fumes at high cooking temps. I’m not sure what type of coating the Breville Smart Art Fryer Pro has though.

  7. Hello
    Im so confused which air fryer to buy so hope you could give some advice on the safety of these 3 please.
    1. Lakeland Duel Basket Air Fryer
    2. Tower T17088 Vortx 9L Dual Basket Air Fryer with 10 One-Touch Presets, 1800W Power, Black
    3. COSORI Air Fryer with 100 Recipes Cookbook,1700-Watt Max XL 5.5 L Digital Touchscreen Air Fryers Oven with 11 Presets, Oil Free Hot Cooker, Nonstick Basket Red, CP158-AF
    thank you, appreciate all your hard work x

      1. I just found this one on Amazon and thinking to buy it. Does it look good / non toxic ?

        Aria Air Fryers CCW-909 Aria Ceramic Air Fryer, 3Qt, White

    1. Wow! I can not tell you how much I appreciate this post. I am just about to buy and air fryer but am living in Australia. The size and style I would have loved to buy is the pampered chef option in your post. Sadly, that is very expensive and complicated to get to me here. I wondered if the Ninja Foodi XL Air Fryer Oven DT200 would be a good option instead? I’m just looking for a larger one than in your post but will only trust your take on them as others have recommended the instant pot airfryer and I can see that your research has already proven that as toxic!
      Anyway, thank you soooo much for your hard work.

      1. I just researched the Ninja Foodi XL Air Fryer Oven DT200 and it appears to be a safe choice. However, make sure the model you purchase is the one that gets delivered to your door. Reviews complained of the wrong model being sent. I’m updating my post to include this model. Thank you!

        The Instant Pot brand has a Duo Crisp model that is a non toxic model as well. Although it has a small capacity to air fryer food. It’s best used as a pressure cooker vs air fryer.

        1. Hi, I’m wanting to buy the Ninja DT201 Foodi 10-in-1 XL Pro and have been trying to narrow down the materials that come in cointact with food but the marketing and website doesnt seem to say anything besides BPA free. I called NINJA and the rep said all the food contact surfaces were chrome. I don’t believe this would classify has non-toxic but your article states PTFE or PFOA free so I’m wondering how you were able to find out this information.
          Thanks in advance!

          1. After deep diving and not finding much on their website about the interior coating, I read a review on Amazon that state Ninja’s customer service gave him this reply: “The interior of the Ninja – Foodi 10-in-1 Smart XL Air Fry Oven is Galvanized Cold Rolled Steel.”

            So the interior checks out as safe. The racks appear to be stainless steel. I’m unsure about the stainless looking air fryer basket. I couldn’t verify if this is stainless steel as sometimes air fryer baskets are spray with a silver coating to give the look of stainless steel. I don’t know if this one is stainless steel.

            As for the nonstick coating on the pans, I couldn’t find any information on what the coating was made of either.

            In conclusion, if you choose to purchase this model, I would use your own safe non toxic baking pans. The interior is safe to cook in.

  8. Hi! I can’t find any information about Ninja Foodi SP101/FT102CO Air fryer’s basket. Can’t figure out if it’s stainless steel or aluminum. Unfortunately, I worry it may be aluminum as it’s so light.
    This is the one you recommend above, so I’m wondering if maybe you found out if it’s stainless steel. Thank you!

    1. I just looked for more info on the baseket, and you’re right, it’s hard to find any info on what the basket is made out of. It looks like stainless steel but that doesn’t guarantee it is. I don’t know if it’s aluminum either. On Ninja’s site, under the basket accessory info, there isn’t any info given there either. You can use the other pans though as they are covered in nanoceramic.

      1. I looked into the ninja air fryer (4qt) as mentioned in your posting but according to Target website it has a California warning. I clicked on the warning and learned it has toxins and California requires products to state this warning. What have you learned or heard about Gourmia stainless steel model?

        1. I believe the prop 65 warning is due to the electric cord coating, which is common to find in most appliances. As this does not heat up nor directly comes in contact with your food, I think it’s ok.

          There are several Gourmia models and I’m not sure which one you are asking about. However, the ‘Gourmia GTF7600 16-in-1 Multi-function, Digital Stainless Steel Air Fryer Oven’ model appears to have stainless steel interior. But I have not yet checked it out in person nor contacted the brand to verify this. Often, brands will use a silver colored non-stick coating in the interiors to give the appearance of stainless steel when they are not. I will check out this brand in person and in more detail and if it is indeed stainless steel in the interior, I will update this post to include it.

          1. I believe the body interior is stainless steal but I think the racks, trays, baskets are teflon. My husband really wants this model, but I am not sure how to fix the problem of the accessories.

          2. I wasn’t able to find any information about the model on composition of the silver racks, however, they look like they are stainless steel. If you use your own stainless steel air fryer basket and baking sheets, you’ll be ok. The trick is to find ones that will fit the air fryer model.

  9. are there any convection ovenware free off all harmful chemocals?
    I dont have sn oven live in a very small place, need something to cook with .
    was looking for one to bake,broil, reheat,toast,air fry, dehydrate…
    is there anything out there please?
    I dont use microwaves

    1. I’m looking into other convection/air fryer ovens that can be included in this list. It’s difficult when brands often say stainless steel but that’s only for the exterior. The interior can be sprayed with a silver non-stick coating which gives the appearance of stainless steel, when it is not.

      The Ninja SP101 Foodi 8-in-1 Digital Air Fry, Large Toaster Oven is small, but is included in the blog post list above as a safer air fryer option.

      1. finally found your blog after many hours of search and looking to buy Ninja SP101 Foodi 8-in-1 Digital Air Fry, Large Toaster Oven.

        Target mentioned California P65 warning, but couldn’t find as why.
        and Amazon mentioned “Nonstick Coating – Yes”. is it not Stainless steel interior?
        thanks.

        1. I’m working on updating my post but in the meantime, I recommend the Our Place Wonder Oven as the best non toxic airfyer currently on the market. I just got it and have been testing it out and it’s square. Plus it bakes, broils, reheats and steams. Here’s the link: https://bit.ly/3G7kOQA

        2. I am currently updating this blog post. I recently discovered new information that Ninja shared on their website that their air fryers contain PTFE over their ceramic coating. We have replaced our Ninja with the Wonder Oven from Our place as our non toxic air fryer. The blog post is updated with links for this model.

    1. The Aria air fryers appear to be on the safer side of being non-toxic, however the reviews show that the ceramic coating doesn’t hold up well and flakes off easily. I wouldn’t recommend this brand.

  10. HI, you have done such a great article. Really difficult to fine anything non toxic. I see there are some Phillips models and Sunbeam that have Ceramic Coated are these any safer? Also i see you recommend the Ninja AF161 Max XL Air Fryer , would you say this is the least toxic of all the ones you have reviewed and researched? Does the size of this basket allow you to use the various accessories on the market, e.g. the ones from Phillips, stainless steel mesh trays and cake baking trays etc? Would you still today highly say go with the Ninja AF161 Max XL Air Fryer ?

    Thanks again.

    1. There are no Phillips models that I have been able to find that have ceramic coated baskets. Sunbeam has a model that is ceramic coated but it appears to be available in Australia, not the US. Sadly, I am unable to advise on these products.

    1. It states that it doesn’t contain PFOA but that doesn’t mean that it is PTFE free. Upon further searching, this is a response given on Amazon’s question section on this model:

      Answer from the brand:
      This Oster DiamondForce Nonstick XL 5 Quart Digital Air Fryer is PFOA free. As this unit has a non-stick coating infused with diamond particles, it uses a standard amount of PTFE that is still safe to use.

      I would steer clear of this model.

  11. Hi! Do you have any info on the non-toxicity of the Oster DiamondForce Nonstick XL 5 Quart Digital Air Fryer? Thank you!

    1. It states that it doesn’t contain PFOA but that doesn’t mean that it is PTFE free. Upon further searching, this is a response given on Amazon’s question section on this model:

      Answer from the brand:
      This Oster DiamondForce Nonstick XL 5 Quart Digital Air Fryer is PFOA free. As this unit has a non-stick coating infused with diamond particles, it uses a standard amount of PTFE that is still safe to use.

      I would steer clear of this model.

  12. Hi there,
    I’ve recently started my search for a healthier air fryer replacement.
    Based on your research, would this model be a good option?
    Gourmet Edge Ceramic Nonstick Digital Air Fryer Kitchen Appliance, 6 Quarts
    Thank you for your help and time 🙂

  13. I just found 2 that I think are…could you confirm? The chefman Multifunctional Digital Air Fryer+ Rotisserie, Dehydrator, Convection Oven, 17 Touch Screen Presets Fry, Roast, Dehydrate & Bake, Auto Shutoff, Accessories Included, XL 10L Family Size, Black on Amazon and Emeril Lagasse Power Air Fryer 360 Better Than Convection Ovens Hot Air Fryer Oven, Toaster Oven, Bake, Broil, Slow Cook and More Food Dehydrator, Rotisserie Spit, Pizza Function Cookbook Included (Stainless Steel)? We don’t even use a microwave anymore…thanks!!

    1. The Chefman doesn’t appear to be BPA free and the airflow racks look stainless steel but are not specified as such and are most likely made out of aluminum…but I don’t know for sure.

      There just isn’t any information from the Emeril Lagasse Power Air Fryer model. I’ve scoured Amazon reviews, questions section and the brand’s own site.

  14. Hi there, I’m just a little bit confused as 3 of the air fryers in the list you made say that they have a non stick coating as soon as you click them and read the description on amazon. Just wondering if maybe there is something I’m missing. Thanks.

    here are the 3 that I’m talking about:
    Ninja Max XL
    Ninja Air fryer 4 Quart
    Oster Copper Infused

    1. The nonstick coating on those air fryer models are made with a nontoxic ceramic coating, free of PFAS. They are not made with Teflon or other harmful toxic chemical coatings.

  15. Thank you for this article! My husband just went to Costco and bought the Gourmia XL Digital Air Fryer Oven with Single-Pull French Doors, Model GTF7660. I called Gourmia and they told me that the oven interior is aluminium and there are no non-stick coatings. If true, would this be safe if not touching food? I have not found many good convection oven choices (air fry option a plus). Thanks for your help!

    1. After reading both of your comments, I researched a bit on the model and to find out more information about the toxicity of heated aluminum interior walls. Aluminum is known to leach into food when cooked directly on it (especially with acidic food). I would avoid cooking directly on anything aluminum. With the interior walls being aluminum, I wasn’t able to find conclusive results whether or not it is safe under high heat. It’s my guess that aluminum is ok under high heat on the walls but I can’t say for sure, so the decision is up to you. If there were options that had 100% stainless steel interior walls, I would for sure go that route. Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to find any that are (and only appear like they have stainless steel interiors).

  16. Hi could you please tell me if the Instantpot pro crisp is safe, I can’t decide between that and the ninja that you mentioned.
    Thank you.

  17. Hello, I recently purchased the Gourmia air fryer/toaster oven combo. The interior and the accessories are aluminum. If I replace the accessories with safe ones, do you think the interior being aluminum is toxic? I’m having a really hard time finding something that is safe and functional. Thanks!

  18. Hi I am looking to buy a air fryer and a Teflon free one.I want a square basket.Could you tell me if Ecozy air fryer is Teflon free?Do you have any other suggestions. Thanks

  19. hello does the ninja foodi xl air fry oven – dt200 air fryer if bought in australia would it be also chemical free?

    also do you have any reccomendations on a bread maker that also does not use teflon

    many thanks

  20. I’m looking at the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer, one review I saw warns of an ongoing plastic smell – do you know anything about this? My Hamilton Beach coffee maker had this for awhile then disappeared, but it is all plastic inside where the water is heated. Thank you!

    1. Unfortunately this model has PTFE coating on the sides of the basket while the bottom crisper tray is PTFE free nanoceramic coated. I don’t know why they made the basket out of a different material containing PTFE.

      From the Ninja’s FAQ section on this model: “The cooking baskets are made of steel with a PTFE nonstick coating. The crisper plate is aluminum with a nano-ceramic nonstick coating.”

  21. Hello, is the Ninja DZ201 Foodi Air Fryer non-toxic? I was wondering if you could provide the pros & cons of this specific air fryer? I was considering this as an alternative to the Pampered Chef Deluxe Air Fryer. I would really appreciate your feedback. Thank you.

    1. After deep diving and not finding much on their website about the interior coating, I read a review on Amazon that state Ninja’s customer service gave him this reply: “The interior of the Ninja – Foodi 10-in-1 Smart XL Air Fry Oven is Galvanized Cold Rolled Steel.”

      So the interior checks out as safe. The racks appear to be stainless steel. I’m unsure about the stainless looking air fryer basket. I couldn’t verify if this is stainless steel as sometimes air fryer baskets are spray with a silver coating to give the look of stainless steel. I don’t know if this one is stainless steel.

      As for the nonstick coating on the pans, I couldn’t find any information on what the coating was made of either. Most of their products are covered in a nanoceramic nonstick material. If so, then they should be safe as well but we don’t know for sure.

      In conclusion, if you choose to purchase this model, I would use your own safe non toxic baking pans. The interior is safe to cook in.

  22. Thank you for such a thorough and well researched article. Could I get your opinion on the Ninja Foodimax 15-1? From what I can see the basket is ceramic coated?

    Thank you.

    1. I just found this in the FAQ section on this model on Ninja’s website: “The cooking pot is made of aluminum with a nonstick ceramic coating that is FDA approved and food safe. This coating is also PTFE free.”

  23. The reviews for the Ninjas mention a plastic smell in the air and food despite several uses, and they are noisy. Has this been your experience or it is a hit-or-miss? Thanks.

  24. thank you so much for your list of safe air fryers. I am in Australia and looking at the Air Fryer that you purchased. I can only see that it says BPA free. I can’t see it saying any of the PFOA and PTFE free. I wonder if they would be the same in Australia and the USA? Where did you find the information written – I am hoping I can confirm this before I buy it in Aus. Thanks

    1. Over the period of time since this article was written, Ninja has changed their website and some descriptions (so annoying). After researching and contacting them in person over the phone/internet several times, they have confirmed that their product is PTFT and PFOA free.

      The current info they state on their website is found under the FAQ section (US view): “The basket and crisper plate are made of aluminum with a nonstick ceramic coating. The unit’s exterior is BPA free and uses FDA-approved food-safe plastic.”

  25. Hi! Amazing post. So helpful. Do you know whether this Ninja Foodi model is also safe?

    https://ninjakitchen.co.uk/product/ninja-foodi-mini-6-in-1-multi-cooker-4-7l-op100uk-zidOP100UK

    The website says: The cooking pot is made of aluminum with a non-stick ceramic coating that is FDA approved and food safe. This coating is also PTFE free.

    Is that ok with aluminum?

    I am desperate to buy a safe air fryer here in Ireland and I don’t have the space or funds for the massive ones.

    Thanks!

    1. Yes, most products will have aluminum at the core because it’s a good conductor of even heat cooking. The ceramic coating covering the aluminum basket prevents your food from coming in contact with the aluminum, making it safe. If the coating becomes damaged, then the aluminum is exposed and no longer safe to cook food on.

  26. What about the the “Gourmia 7-qt. Digital Air Fryer?” Is it safe?
    I just bought one but haven’t opened it, yet. I’m actually debating on whether or not to keep it or return it. I’ll definitely return it, if it’s not safe/toxic.
    Thank you.

  27. Thank you so much for all you did! Do you think if I use my own stainless steel basket for Emeril Lagasse French Door 360 that I’d be ok? Thank you!

  28. Thank you! Yours is the most straightforward information about non-stick toxicity and safe alternatives I have found. My parrot, who is 22 years old, is my chief concern. We’ve made it this far together without Teflon, and I’m not going to endanger him now for the sake of some crispy fries!

  29. Hallo! I am a little overwhelmed by so much choice and am hoping you can advise? So I am visually impaired and searching for a model with simple dial controls which is made from safe materials. Very grateful for your help.

    1. Here are 3 models that have dial controls. If you have someone to assist you to learn the position settings of the knobs, I hope that they would be a good solution for you.

      The Aria 3QT model has dials. Here’s the link https://amzn.to/3GMEGbN

      The Oster Copper-Infused DuraCeramic 3.3-Quart Air Fryer also has dials. Here’s the link: https://amzn.to/3QFyCq7

      The Big Boss Air Fryer, Super Sized 16 Quart Large Air Fryer Oven Glass Air Fryer also has dials, however, it is currently out of stock. I wanted to include it just in case it comes back in stock! Here’s the link: https://amzn.to/3ZFcCji

  30. Does adding liner, tin foil, silicone, or something else, prevent the toxins from leaching into the food from a toxic air fryer? Is that barrier enough? Thanks

    1. The Tefal Actifry does state that it’s PTFE and PFOA FREE. It doesn’t state whether or not the plastic housing is BPA free or whether the ceramic coating is lead and cadimum free.

      The Ninja Foodi Max Dual Zone airfryer AF400UK says this about this unit on their site: “The drawers are made with a PTFE coating and the crisper plates are non-stick aluminium with a nano ceramic coating. The unit’s exterior is BPA free and uses FDA-approved food-safe plastic.”

      So unfortunately, this particular Ninja model does contain PTFE (toxic) coating on the drawers.

  31. hello , finally found a blog explaining things well. thankyou.
    I’m not in living in the us and unfortunately big boss airfryer is not available. Would you be able to say if this model is non toxic- ikon-convection-oven

    The ninja model you suggested is available but it does contain non stick material so does it mean its less toxic.

    1. According to their website under FAQ’s for this model: “The drawers are made with a PTFE coating and the crisper plates are non-stick aluminium with a nano ceramic coating. The unit’s exterior is BPA free.”

    1. According to their website under FAQ’s for this model: “The drawers are made with a PTFE coating and the crisper plates are non-stick aluminium with a nano ceramic coating. The unit’s exterior is BPA free.”

    1. According to their website under FAQ’s for this model: “The drawers are made with a PTFE coating and the crisper plates are non-stick aluminium with a nano ceramic coating. The unit’s exterior is BPA free.”

  32. Hi

    So I have just called Shark ninja, and spoken to one of their advisors asking about the chemicals used in their products. As expected they never heard of these chemicals or the potential harms caused. They had to ask their managers of details on all their products.
    They stated that all there products don’t use PFOA. However, all of there products including the ceramic bowl types use PTFE to ensure they are non sick. They initially stated PTFE was used as a base coat, but then stated it’s used to finish whatever binding it is.
    This is very frustrating as I am shocked there is no transparency around using these chemicals.

    Please let me know if you have further information on this. Thanks

    1. Thanks Chris for this feedback. I have run into the same problems when calling their support. The general customer service caller has no idea what I’m talking about. They’re trained in typical responses and troubleshooting prompts/answers, not in the chemical/product coating makeup.

      The models I recommended in my blog post above, has info on Ninja/Shark’s website that says (find under support/faq section, then search model) that exterior is BPA free and basket and cooking plate are nano-ceramic coating.

      The info about their double basket air fryer says (that I don’t recommend): “The drawers are made with a PTFE coating and the crisper plates are non-stick aluminium with a nano ceramic coating. The unit’s exterior is BPA free.”

      So in some models there is a PTFE coating and other models don’t have it.

      It IS frustrating that manufacturers make it hard to find out this information. When I’ve called and talk to them, they have confirmed that there is no PTFE.

      To be quite honest, it is making me frustrated and worried that because Ninja is not proudly advertising that certain models are “non toxic” mean that maybe they aren’t. But on the other hand, I also can see that if they were to make such claims, even if it is true, that they could be liable to anything that is later discovered as being toxic.

      Who knows, we’ll probably receive updated evidence that ceramic coating is just as harmful. Wish we could just eat safely without worrying about all of these chemicals!

  33. Have looked into the Breville models of air fryers at all? I’m researching options to replace a recalled Cosori.

    1. Yes and unfortunately all of the Breville models have a PTFE coating on the interior walls of the ovens/airfryers. I wish they would make it with a safer coating because I would buy one in a heartbeat!

  34. Can you pls help me and let me know if this ninja are safe to use? teflon – pfas free?
    1. Ninja Foodi max Pro Grill & Airfryer AG651EU ( 651 )
    2. Ninja Foodi AF300EU Dubbele Airfryer XXL ( 300 )
    3. Ninja Foodi AF400EU Dubbele Airfryer XXL ( 400 )
    Still cannot choise between this 3 models
    Thank you so much

    1. Hi Vera! I looked at the info shared on their website about this model: Ninja Foodi max Pro Grill & Airfryer AG651EU ( 651 )
      This is what they share: “The grill plate, flat plate and crisper basket are all non-stick with a ceramic coating that is PTFE free.”

      The other model with the double baskets are not PTFE free.

  35. Hello, thank you for creating such an informative site, and for all your research on the different air fryers. i have been looking for an air fryer oven for a few weeks but, like many others above, feel overwhelmed in making a selection due to the lack of transparency of the manufacturers’ on what the appliances are made of, what the racks and pans are made of, etc.

    I did come across another post that highlighted only one oven-style air fryer, a brand that I have never heard before. https://www.galanz.com/us/?page_id=2447.

    Have you come across this model?
    Thank you!

    1. Thanks for sharing this model with me. I haven’t seen this one before. The information on their website is pretty vague on the coating on the interior. It appears to be stainless steel but it could also be a silver PTFE coating, so we just don’t know unless the brand is willing to share that info on their site or in contact with customer service.

  36. Hi Jennie – I recently came across the new OurPlace Wonder Oven and while they proudly state they’re non-toxic, PFOA free, and utilize a ceramic coating, I can’t get any confirmation on if they’re also PTFE free. When I’ve contacted customer support no one seems to have an answer for me. Do you have any insight on this new model? Thank you!

    1. They are a good non toxic air fryer model to consider! The only downside is that the Wonder Oven is pretty small and would be frustrating to make anything more than 1-2 serving amounts in it.

  37. While focussing on Teflon, you completely forgot about ceramic, which causes stomach cancer, the most deadly of all cancers.

  38. Hello there! JENNIE,
    Firstly, Thank you for this informative article on the best non-toxic air fryers. As someone who is health-conscious, I appreciate the emphasis on choosing PTFE and PFOA-free air fryers. I was particularly interested in the Ninja Foodi 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker and Air Fryer, which seems like a versatile appliance that can save both time and space in the kitchen. I will definitely consider it for my next purchase.
    Keep up the great work, Jenuine Home! (For Everyone Involved in the effort)

  39. Hi, What is a non toxic large air fryer that you would recommend? I just got the pampered chef and its smaller than what I thought. Is there a larger one you recommend? I appreciate your time 🙂

    1. I’m working on updating my post but in the meantime, I recommend the Our Place Wonder Oven as the best non toxic airfyer currently on the market. I just got it and have been testing it out and it’s square. Plus it bakes, broils, reheats and steams. Here’s the link: https://bit.ly/3G7kOQA

  40. Hello there Jennie!

    Please let me know which one is best in the list below:

    https://www.yedihousewareappliances.com/shop/total-package-ceramic-air-fryer

    https://cosori.com/collections/air-fryers/products/premium-ii-plus-6-5-quart-air-fryer

    https://us.dreo.com/products/dreo-aircrisp-pro-max-air-fryer

    https://chefman.com/products/turbofry-touch-8-qt-window-air-fryer

    https://parisrhone.com/products/paris-rhone-5-3-quart-air-fryer-af014-with-8-in-1-toaster-oven-cooker-live

    Sorry for the long list, just trying to get the best one for family. Also if any new ones that are not here that might have please mention those. I like the square baskets over circular one, hence i didn’t mention ninja ones. Thanks in advance.

    1. I’m working on updating my post but in the meantime, I recommend the Our Place Wonder Oven as the best non toxic airfyer currently on the market. I just got it and have been testing it out and it’s square. Plus it bakes, broils, reheats and steams. Here’s the link: https://bit.ly/3G7kOQA

  41. This question is in regard to the Ninja SP101 Digital Air Fry Countertop Oven with 8-in-1 Functionality, Flip Up & Away Capability for Storage Space, with Air Fry Basket, Wire Rack & Crumb Tray, Silver

    There is a warning: This product contains aluminum, stainless steel ingredients (chromium, manganese, nickel, phosphorous) and perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). For more information about chemicals in this product, visit https://res.cloudinary.com/sharkninja-na/image/upload/v1692814015/NinjaUS/PFAS_Data_list_082323.pdf

    I am assuming it is for the bake pan? Is it best to buy a separate set for this machine?

    1. I am currently updating this blog post. I recently discovered new information that Ninja shared on their website that their air fryers contain PTFE over their ceramic coating. It’s very frustrating to discover this information after their customer service told me otherwise when at the original time of writing this post. We have replaced our Ninja with the Wonder Oven from Our place as our non toxic air fryer now. The blog post is updated with links for this model.

  42. Hey!
    A great read and very helpful!
    I am looking at buying one of the Ninja Foodi multi cookers as long as they are toxic free etc, either the Ninja Foodi 11-in-1 SmartLid Multi-Cooker 6L OL550UK or the Ninja Foodi MAX 9-in-1 Multi-Cooker 7.5L OP500UK as I think they are both quite similar.

    I can’t tell if they are both toxic free/PFOA and PTFE free though?
    Thanks!

    1. I am currently updating this blog post. I recently discovered new information that Ninja shared on their website that their air fryers contain PTFE over their ceramic coating. We have replaced our Ninja with the Wonder Oven from Our place as our non toxic air fryer now. The blog post is updated with links for this model.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.