Dual-basket air fryers let you cook two different foods at two different temperatures and times – then finish them together with sync cook. We compared the ChefRobot Dual 8 Qt and the Nutrichef Double 8.8 Qt to see which dual-zone fryer delivers the better mix of capacity, controls and value for family meals.
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Overview The ChefRobot Dual Air Fryer is an 8 quart dual-basket model split into two independent 4 qt zones. It runs on a 1700W heating system with a temperature range of roughly 180–400°F, 10 cook presets and a full-color TFT touch screen. A non-toxic, PFAS-free basket coating and a sync-finish function that aligns both baskets to end at the same time round out the feature set.
The standout here is the TFT touch interface paired with truly independent zones – you can roast wings at 400°F in one basket while baking fries at 360°F in the other, then hit sync so both finish together. For a family-size dual fryer at this price, the dual 4 qt baskets are deep enough for whole chicken thighs, a small roast or a side of vegetables, and the non-toxic basket coating is a real plus over older PTFE-coated units.
Trade-offs are honest. The 8 qt total footprint is wider than a single-basket fryer, so it eats counter space, and each basket is 4 qt – fine for a couple but tight if you cook for 5+. The fan is audible at higher temps and the touch screen, while nice, can be slow to respond if your fingers are damp.
Pros
Two independent 4 qt zones with separate temp and time control
Sync cook function finishes both baskets together
Bright TFT touch screen with 10 presets
Non-toxic, PFAS-free basket coating
1700W heater hits crisping temps quickly
Cons
Wide footprint takes real counter space
Fan noise climbs at 400°F
Touch screen occasionally lags with wet fingers
Best for Families who want true dual-zone cooking with a modern touch interface and sync-finish at a mid-range price.
Overview The Nutrichef Double Basket Air Fryer is an 8.8 quart dual-zone unit with two 4.4 qt baskets, each fronted by a transparent viewing window. It offers 9 cook functions – air fry, roast, bake, broil, reheat, dehydrate and more – a temp range of roughly 180–400°F and a sync-cook mode so both baskets end together.
The selling point is the see-through window on each basket – you can monitor browning without pulling the drawer and dumping heat, which is rare at this price. With 4.4 qt per side and 8.8 qt total, it edges out most dual fryers on raw capacity, and the 9-in-1 preset list covers everything from dehydrating jerky to reheating leftovers without crisping them past recognition.
Real downsides: the windows do fog and grease up, so you still end up wiping them between cooks, and the LED control panel is utilitarian rather than the touch-screen experience some competitors offer. It is also a tall unit – check your upper-cabinet clearance before buying.
Pros
Generous 8.8 qt total – 4.4 qt per basket
Transparent windows on both baskets for at-a-glance monitoring
9 cook functions including dehydrate and reheat
Sync-cook aligns both zones to finish together
Competitive price for a dual-zone family fryer
Cons
Viewing windows fog and need regular wiping
Button panel feels dated next to touch-screen rivals
Tall body may not clear low cabinets
Best for Shoppers who want the biggest dual-basket capacity and the most cook modes per dollar.
