I was skeptical about air fryers until I tried the Chefman TurboFry. This isn't just another appliance—it's revolutionized how I cook. The 8-qt capacity is perfect for my family of four, yet it doesn't dominate my counter space like I feared.

The moment I made my first batch of chicken wings, I was sold. They came out with this perfect golden crispiness that I could never achieve in my oven, using barely any oil. The LED shake reminder is genius—no more guessing when to flip food.

What surprised me most was its versatility. Beyond frying, I've roasted vegetables (crispy Brussels sprouts are now a weekly staple), reheated pizza (no more soggy leftovers!), and even baked cookies when my oven was occupied. The digital presets take the guesswork out of cooking different foods.

Cleanup is shockingly easy—the nonstick basket wipes clean in seconds, and the exterior stays fingerprint-free on my stainless steel-obsessed kitchen.

After six months of near-daily use, it's become my most-used appliance. When friends ask if air fryers are worth it, I tell them: 'Not all air fryers—but this one absolutely is.'