Chefman 4-Qt Compact Air Fryer with Hi-Fry (RJ38-4T)
Our score
A compact 4-quart air fryer for $79.99 with 4.6 stars from 3,927 Amazon ratings. Best for one or two people who want a small footprint and simple presets.
★ 4.6 · 3,927 ratings on Amazon
$79.99 · Price seen on October 8, 2026
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What we like
- 4.6 stars from 3,927 ratings on Amazon, 10K+ bought in the past month
- Compact, narrow body that takes up little counter space
- Four presets plus digital touch controls
- Hi-Fry setting raises heat to 450°F for the final two minutes
- Shake alarm sounds halfway through cooking
- Dishwasher-safe nonstick basket and rack
Keep in mind
- Only 4 quarts. Buyers call it ideal for 1 to 2 people, though the maker says 2 to 4
- Hi-Fry boosts heat only for the last two minutes, so it is a finishing step, not a full high-heat mode
- Backed by a 1-year assurance from Chefman, shorter than some buyers expect
Who it's for
Who it's for: singles, couples and small kitchens that want quick single servings. Skip it if you cook for a family or want to batch-cook, since 4 quarts fills up fast.
Full review
Why it made the list
The Chefman 4-quart air fryer is the budget compact pick in this group. It has 4.6 stars from 3,927 ratings on Amazon and costs $79.99 as of Oct 8, 2026. Amazon shows 10K+ bought in the past month. It makes sense for people who want an air fryer without giving up much counter space.
What you get
- 4-quart basket (3.7 liters), 13.82 x 10.04 x 10.24 inches (D x W x H)
- 1500 watts, 120V, with digital touch controls and four cooking presets
- 450°F Hi-Fry setting for the final two minutes of cooking
- Audible shake reminder halfway through the cook time
- Automatic shut-off when cooking ends or when the basket is removed
- Dishwasher-safe nonstick basket and rack, cETL approved, 1-year assurance from the maker
What buyers say
Amazon's review summary says customers find it performs well, in some cases better than more expensive models. They name chicken, salmon, beef and potatoes. Buyers call it easy to use and clean, a good value, and ideal for one or two people, with single servings in under 10 minutes. Counts: performance 469 (423 positive and 46 negative), functionality 229, ease of use 175, value 149, size 135 and ease of cleaning 134. Amazon lists no major negative theme.
Keep in mind: the size that buyers like is also the limit. The maker says it serves 2 to 4 people, but reviewers describe it as best for 1 to 2. The Hi-Fry boost only applies at the end of the cook.
How to use it well
- Cook in small batches and avoid stacking food
- Act on the shake alarm, because it helps food crisp evenly
- Let the unit cool before cleaning the basket and rack
- Keep it on a heat-safe surface with room around it
Our score: 8.0/10
Base 8.0. No bonus, because 3,927 ratings is under the 10,000 bar. No deduction, since there is no major negative theme.
Bottom line
A sensible small air fryer for one or two people. If you cook for more than that, step up to a 6-quart basket.
See it in action
8.0/10 · Our score
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