When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more When I first started testing the best air fryers for Insider 5 years ago, I thought they were a gimmick.

Instant has long been a leader in the air fryer space and its latest model, the Vortex 9-quart Air Fryer with VersaZone Technology (also called Vortex Plus VersaZone Air Fyer 8.5L in the UK and Vortex ...