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Product Dimensions 12.36"D x 14.92"W x 12.83"H
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Capacity 6 Quarts
Material Plastic

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  • 4-IN-1 FUNCTIONALITY: Air fry, broil, roast and reheat.
  • EvenCrisp TECHNOLOGY: Advanced technology that drives air flow top down for a perfect golden finish and crispy, tender results every time!
  • ONE-TOUCH SMART PROGRAMS: Customizable programs for one-touch wings, roasted veggies, garlicky potatoes, cookies, cinnamon buns and more!
  • FAST PREHEATING: Little to no preheating time, from frozen to golden in minutes! Create gourmet meals with the versatility of a temperature range of 120 to 400° F.
  • EASY CLEAN-UP: Non-stick, dishwasher safe air fry basket and tray.
  • COMPACT DESIGN: Perfectly combines function and style in a countertop-friendly size.
  • DISCOVER AMAZING RECIPES: Includes the free Instant Brands Connect App, where you can find new recipes to create quick favorites and prepare delicious meals, available iOS and Android.

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4.4 4.4
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The Instant Vortex 6 Quart Air Fryer is easy to use, easy to clean, fast, versatile and convenient. Now you can make all your fried favorites without the oil, mess and hassle of deep frying. Enjoy delicious flavor with the touch of a button. Use the preset Smart Programs to air fry, roast, bake and reheat all your family favorites. Air fry juicy chicken wings, crispy fries and onion rings from fresh or frozen. Roast cauliflower bites, shrimp skewers, garlicky potatoes and chicken nuggets. Bake calzones or mini pizzas, fluffy cinnamon rolls, yummy cookies and chewy brownie bites. Or, reheat last night’s dinner for lunch. Customize the time and temperature for total control over your cooking, and save your presets so your favorite meals can be made with the touch of a button. As heat is circulated by a powerful fan, your food cooks and gets that amazing deep-fried taste and texture using 95% less oil and grease than deep frying. Less grease means less mess. Say goodbye to your microwave, pizza oven and convection oven — anything they can do, the Instant Vortex Air Fryer can do better.

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
66,557 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of cleaning and cooking with the air fryer. For example, they mention it has a non-stick surface and minimal parts. That said, they're happy with the taste, and quality. That being said, some complain about the smell. Opinions are mixed on size and heating.

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3,437 customers mention2,502 positive935 negative

Customers like the quality of the air fryer. They say it is an excellent oven, and a great appliance at a reasonable price. They also say everything they cook in it turns out wonderfully, and perfectly. Customers also mention that it is easy to clean and does a good job.

"...I then did another 5 minutes. The steak was juicy and perfectly cooked for me.FISH - This was my one "Its OK" dish that I have work on...." Read more

"...Evenly cooked and delish...." Read more

"...With its advanced air frying technology, you can enjoy all your favorite fried foods with up to 75% less fat than traditional frying methods...." Read more

"...While there are some concerns about its plastic construction and initial plastic smell, this air fryer still manages to capture hearts with its..." Read more

1,758 customers mention1,276 positive482 negative

Customers find the air fryer easy to use. They mention that it works great, comes with a recipes app, and is super easy to understand. They also appreciate the sleekness, simplicity, and ease of cleaning. The intuitive digital controls and preset cooking programs make operation a breeze. Customers also say that the instruction booklet is good, and they enjoy the convenience and cooking excellence of the product. They love the touch buttons on the front and the dial.

"...Crispy and delish.Everything so far has been easy and delicious...." Read more

"...The intuitive digital controls and preset cooking programs make operation a breeze, while the adjustable temperature and timer settings ensure..." Read more

"...The Vortex is a little trickier to use, as it has this grate that sits in the bottom of the main cooking pan...." Read more

"...Unleash your inner chef and enjoy the convenience and cooking excellence that the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer offers.Pros:1...." Read more

1,413 customers mention1,181 positive232 negative

Customers like the ease of cleaning the air fryer. They mention that it has a non-stick coating and dishwasher-safe parts.

"...Easy to clean. I just washed the grate in warm soapy water and wiped the pan out with a paper towel after each use.So that its...." Read more

"...Cleanup is a snap thanks to the non-stick coating and dishwasher-safe parts...." Read more

"...4. Spacious 10-quart capacity for larger meals.5. Easy to clean with non-stick interior and dishwasher-safe components.Cons:-..." Read more

"...Cleanup is a breeze, thanks to the non-stick coating on the cooking basket and crisper plate...." Read more

945 customers mention712 positive233 negative

Customers like the taste of the air fryer. They say it makes delicious, healthier meals with ease. They also mention that it makes crisp turkey bacon, asparagus, and broccoli. Customers also say the food is healthier, tastes less greasy, and more flavorful.

"...Crispy, juicy, as good as when I deep fry with oil.STEAK - This is my go to method of making a steak when its too cold outside to grill...." Read more

"...I used the roast feature for skinless salmon. Amazing taste and quick. I found that 10 minutes was perfect for my fish...." Read more

"This air fryer is a game-changer for anyone looking to enjoy delicious, healthier meals with ease...." Read more

"...day I tried breaded frozen chicken breasts, and again, they were difficult to eat due to the hot plastic smell..." Read more

704 customers mention631 positive73 negative

Customers like the ease of cooking with the air fryer. They say it's fast, efficient, and easy to use. Some mention that it bakes so quick that they have to keep an eye on everything they bake. That said, they say it works better and faster than their oven and is a real time saver for busy weeknights. They also say the performance of the Instant Omni is exceptional and the food crisps up quickly.

"...I used the roast feature for skinless salmon. Amazing taste and quick. I found that 10 minutes was perfect for my fish...." Read more

"...its plastic construction and initial plastic smell, it delivers reliable performance and delicious results...." Read more

"...This feature has been a real time-saver for busy weeknights when I want a delicious home-cooked meal without the hassle of extensive cleaning...." Read more

"...It heats up fast, cooks food fast, and is easy to clean. I'm glad I read a few of the reviews from people before using it for the first time...." Read more

704 customers mention416 positive288 negative

Customers are mixed about the heating of the air fryer. Some mention that it heats up quickly and cooks food evenly, thanks to its convection. They say it's great for reheating pizza and really anything that will fit in the oven. However, others say that the always-on pre-heat and the surface gets hot during cooking make it impossible to get a consistent temperature.

"...The rapid hot air circulation technology employed by the Vortex guarantees that your food gets that irresistible crispiness on the outside while..." Read more

"...I wished it preheated up to temp faster. It's advertised in such a way that you think in 60 seconds, you're cooking...." Read more

"This was the best purchase I made in all of 2023! It heats up fast, cooks food fast, and is easy to clean...." Read more

"...It is really nice looking and heats up very quick...." Read more

701 customers mention469 positive232 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the air fryer. Some mention that it works great and doesn't take too much space, while its compact size makes it perfect for smaller kitchens. That said, some say that the dimensions work well for them as they can store the unit under the cabinet, and that the large basket can hold lots of French Fries. However, others say that it's too small.

"...Its sleek design adds a modern touch to any kitchen, while its compact size makes it perfect for smaller spaces...." Read more

"...The size is just right, striking a balance between accommodating large portions and fitting comfortably on the kitchen countertop...." Read more

"...2. My big complaint is the instructions. They are sparse...." Read more

"...The basket is a really good size so you can fit a decent amount of food in there and it's super easy to clean...." Read more

1,077 customers mention147 positive930 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the smell of the air fryer. They mention it has a strong plastic smell.

"...Let me start with the cons.CONS1. Complaints about plastic smell...." Read more

"...There was clearly some smell as noted elsewhere, likely from manufacturing. By the time I used it "for real" on the 3rd run, barely any smell...." Read more

"...there are some concerns about its plastic construction and initial plastic smell, this air fryer still manages to capture hearts with its cooking..." Read more

"...I immediately detected the oft talked about burning plastic odor...." Read more

Why didnt I buy one of these things sooner??
5 Stars
Why didnt I buy one of these things sooner??
I have had this for about ten days now and made five items. I dont usually leave reviews but thought I would for this air fryer. Its pretty great as far as I am concerned. Pro and Cons. Let me start with the cons.CONS1. Complaints about plastic smell. Not really a con for me but I see others complaining so I will mention it. I had no problem. I ran the machine through several air fry cycles (400 degrees for 15 minutes) before I cooked any food and noticed the oft complained about plastic smell the first time. It then decreased each time I ran it through another cycle until I could barely notice it. Some reviews say to remove the silicon food grade tabs on the grate insert but note that the grate will then easily fall out when you try to empty the pan by tipping it over. It might eventually fall out with the tabs in place but I used a tongs to prevent the grate from falling out any time I tipped the pan over to empty it.2. My big complaint is the instructions. They are sparse. It took me awhile to realize I can pull out the pan anytime I want to flip my food and the machine will simply start where it left off when the pan is replaced. If you already flipped your food you can just leave the machine be for the ten seconds it tells you to flip your food and resumes air frying. My learning consisted of trial and error (still doing that learning cook times and when to flip the food) and looking at air fryer demonstration videos and recipes online. The intstant website appears to have no recipes for the air fryer and the recipe page only has recipes for their insta pot.PROSThe food!! From left to right I first did french fries then chicken thighs, steak, fish and grilled ham and cheese.FRENCH FRIES - Came out crispy and delicious. The picture is actually my second batch. The first batch went in, then I realized the machine was preheating. I just left the fries in. The machine then went to its 15 minute standard time at 400 degrees. The fries were OK but some were overcooked probably due to going in during the preheat cycle. The second batch went in after the machine preheated and used 12 minutes (after I learned how to adjust the time). This batch was much much improved. I used store bought frozen fries which seem to work really well. For fresh potatoes I learned I had to soak the fries first in water to get rid of some of the starch and dry them with paper towels otherwise the fries didnt turn out as crispy as the store bought frozen fries. My only slight complaint is the cooking grate would eventually fall out when I tipped the pan over to empty the fries onto a plate. I learned to hold the grate with tongs to keep it from falling out.Chicken - I love fried chicken so this was the real test. I made four bone in thighs. Two were egg wash and then panko bread crumbs (on the left of the picture) and two (on the right of the picture) were eggwash and seasoned flour. All four thighs were sprayed with cooking oil (PAM). I learned this is a must to get a good fry. As you can see some of the panko came off during the cook from the fan. The panko also tended to burn. Many recipes use panko so the food gets crispy but for me it was just OK. On the other hand the chicken with the eggwash and then flour was GREAT. Crispy, juicy, as good as when I deep fry with oil.STEAK - This is my go to method of making a steak when its too cold outside to grill. It took me awhile to get the time down but the steak turned out really good. I used the broil cycle at 380 degrees. I used an instant read thermometer to get a perfect medium-medium well of 140 inside. I first had the steak on 17 minutes (flipped half way) but it the internal temp was only 120. I then did another 5 minutes. The steak was juicy and perfectly cooked for me.FISH - This was my one "Its OK" dish that I have work on. I did cod loins at 400 degrees air fry for 8 minutes (flipping half way). I used eggwash and seasoned flour with a spray of cooking oil. The coating wasnt as crispy when I deep fried with oil. Next time I will try increasing the time to see if that improves it. I didnt want to overcook the fish which it wasnt.GRILLED HAM AND CHEESE - This was the last item prepared. It was probably one of the best grilled sandwiches I have had in a long time. Crispy on the outside with hot gooey cheese and ham on the inside. My go to way to make a grilled cheese from now on. I buttered the outside of the bread and put the machine 6 minutes on air fry at 400 flipping halfway. Like the french fries, the picture was my second sandwich. The first I had at 8 minutes and that was too long, the sandwich was overcooked. But when I got the time down it made a GREAT grilled ham and cheese.Easy to clean. I just washed the grate in warm soapy water and wiped the pan out with a paper towel after each use.So that its. I hope this helps other people looking at this machine or other air fryers. I am happy with mine so far. Its just a matter of trial and error until you learn the temps and cooking times that work for you.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2021
Size: 6QTStyle: Vortex PlusVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Why didnt I buy one of these things sooner??
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2021
I have had this for about ten days now and made five items. I dont usually leave reviews but thought I would for this air fryer. Its pretty great as far as I am concerned. Pro and Cons. Let me start with the cons.

CONS
1. Complaints about plastic smell. Not really a con for me but I see others complaining so I will mention it. I had no problem. I ran the machine through several air fry cycles (400 degrees for 15 minutes) before I cooked any food and noticed the oft complained about plastic smell the first time. It then decreased each time I ran it through another cycle until I could barely notice it. Some reviews say to remove the silicon food grade tabs on the grate insert but note that the grate will then easily fall out when you try to empty the pan by tipping it over. It might eventually fall out with the tabs in place but I used a tongs to prevent the grate from falling out any time I tipped the pan over to empty it.

2. My big complaint is the instructions. They are sparse. It took me awhile to realize I can pull out the pan anytime I want to flip my food and the machine will simply start where it left off when the pan is replaced. If you already flipped your food you can just leave the machine be for the ten seconds it tells you to flip your food and resumes air frying. My learning consisted of trial and error (still doing that learning cook times and when to flip the food) and looking at air fryer demonstration videos and recipes online. The intstant website appears to have no recipes for the air fryer and the recipe page only has recipes for their insta pot.

PROS

The food!! From left to right I first did french fries then chicken thighs, steak, fish and grilled ham and cheese.

FRENCH FRIES - Came out crispy and delicious. The picture is actually my second batch. The first batch went in, then I realized the machine was preheating. I just left the fries in. The machine then went to its 15 minute standard time at 400 degrees. The fries were OK but some were overcooked probably due to going in during the preheat cycle. The second batch went in after the machine preheated and used 12 minutes (after I learned how to adjust the time). This batch was much much improved. I used store bought frozen fries which seem to work really well. For fresh potatoes I learned I had to soak the fries first in water to get rid of some of the starch and dry them with paper towels otherwise the fries didnt turn out as crispy as the store bought frozen fries. My only slight complaint is the cooking grate would eventually fall out when I tipped the pan over to empty the fries onto a plate. I learned to hold the grate with tongs to keep it from falling out.

Chicken - I love fried chicken so this was the real test. I made four bone in thighs. Two were egg wash and then panko bread crumbs (on the left of the picture) and two (on the right of the picture) were eggwash and seasoned flour. All four thighs were sprayed with cooking oil (PAM). I learned this is a must to get a good fry. As you can see some of the panko came off during the cook from the fan. The panko also tended to burn. Many recipes use panko so the food gets crispy but for me it was just OK. On the other hand the chicken with the eggwash and then flour was GREAT. Crispy, juicy, as good as when I deep fry with oil.

STEAK - This is my go to method of making a steak when its too cold outside to grill. It took me awhile to get the time down but the steak turned out really good. I used the broil cycle at 380 degrees. I used an instant read thermometer to get a perfect medium-medium well of 140 inside. I first had the steak on 17 minutes (flipped half way) but it the internal temp was only 120. I then did another 5 minutes. The steak was juicy and perfectly cooked for me.

FISH - This was my one "Its OK" dish that I have work on. I did cod loins at 400 degrees air fry for 8 minutes (flipping half way). I used eggwash and seasoned flour with a spray of cooking oil. The coating wasnt as crispy when I deep fried with oil. Next time I will try increasing the time to see if that improves it. I didnt want to overcook the fish which it wasnt.

GRILLED HAM AND CHEESE - This was the last item prepared. It was probably one of the best grilled sandwiches I have had in a long time. Crispy on the outside with hot gooey cheese and ham on the inside. My go to way to make a grilled cheese from now on. I buttered the outside of the bread and put the machine 6 minutes on air fry at 400 flipping halfway. Like the french fries, the picture was my second sandwich. The first I had at 8 minutes and that was too long, the sandwich was overcooked. But when I got the time down it made a GREAT grilled ham and cheese.

Easy to clean. I just washed the grate in warm soapy water and wiped the pan out with a paper towel after each use.

So that its. I hope this helps other people looking at this machine or other air fryers. I am happy with mine so far. Its just a matter of trial and error until you learn the temps and cooking times that work for you.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2023
Size: 10QTStyle: Vortex PlusVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars My new best friend!
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2023
Okay I'll say right off, maybe I should get more friends! But as a man who is a self-styled amateur chef, I have been pining for one of these types of cookers for a couple of years now. I always find a way to squeeze in one more item on the countertop.

I choose this model based on reviews, features and brand name. I use my Instant Pot pressure cooker on a semi-regular basis and it is also a great cooking appliance, so I trust the brand name, and it doesn't disappoint.

I first took the air fryer into the garage and ran it through a couple of cycles before using it in the kitchen. There was clearly some smell as noted elsewhere, likely from manufacturing. By the time I used it "for real" on the 3rd run, barely any smell. And by the next time...no discernable smell at all.

My complaints are small, but let me get those out of the way. I wished it preheated up to temp faster. It's advertised in such a way that you think in 60 seconds, you're cooking. In my experience, it's 5+ minutes to get it to 400. Faster than an oven for sure, but not quite the blink of an eye I was hoping for. Second - the beeper is not loud enough. It beeps to tell you it's now at cooking temp, to rotate food or when food is done. For some reason, it seems louder to tell you food is done than it does to tell you the preheating is finished and to add food. You've got to be very close, so you can hear (or see) when it's up to proper temp. Since most foods are specifically timed, if you don't get your food in shortly after it heats up, it will start counting down whether there is food in it or not. Neither of these takes away from the overall 5 stars.

I've had it for about 4 weeks and have tried a variety of items. I used the roast feature for skinless salmon. Amazing taste and quick. I found that 10 minutes was perfect for my fish. Others might find mine slightly overcooked, so experiment.

It took about 3 tries for my fresh sweet potato fries to come out perfectly. I finally got it right at 20 minutes at 400 in the basket using the air fry function. Evenly cooked and delish.

I did homemade coconut shrimp. I can't remember the exact time - it seems like 12 minutes at 380 but I'm going by memory. There are recipes out there to cross-check my memory. Again - used the air fry function.

Baked potatoes were the best I've ever made at home. If you like potato skin, check this out. I rubbed them in olive oil, then lightly sprinkled sea salt, black pepper, and a blend of spices that is mostly garlic powder on the outside. These were large potatoes but I guessed and I guessed right - 400 degrees on bake setting for 50 minutes. Perfectly done inside and a nice crispy and tasty skin. You'll have to take a stab at it based on potato size. HUGE potatoes could be up to 60 minutes. Small taters - might be as low as 25 or 30 minutes.

Other items I've done are quick prep items. Some frozen and breaded shrimp were perfectly done at 8 minutes at 400. Frozen tater tots same temp at 8-10 minutes. I sprayed a light coating of olive oil and salt on the tator tots. Crispy and delish.

Everything so far has been easy and delicious. I have not used all functions - only bake, air fry, and broil so far.

If you're on the fence and you like to cook, take the leap!

3/5/23 update: still really enjoying my air fryer. I find that it makes fish taste amazing. The dinner shown in the photo is flounder and sides. The flounder was cooked about 7 minutes using the broil function. Rubbed a bit of avocado oil, then used some fresh thyme and lemon pepper seasoning and a touch of garlic spice blend. Squeezed some lemon over the top, and broiled perfectly. I still use it, still enjoy it and continue to recommend it!
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