bella PRO - 8-qt. Digital Air Fryer - Ink Blue Stainless Steel

It has been a fun adventure to experiment with this air fryer. One of the best uses has been for roasted brussels sprouts, see photo. Simply chop in half, toss with a little oil, lightly salt, throw in the basket (after using the "P" preheat function), and then touch the "Fish" setting button. Half way through, pull out the basket and 'scoop' it in the air to toss around the contents, and return it to the unit to continue cooking. (The fan and timer stop when you pull out the basket to check the food.) When it beeps complete (10 mins, I think), you have deliciously roasted veggies that make any meal fancy. Washing the basket and the rack is easy, nonstick surface works well. I have not gotten the hang of the different preset buttons, so I often just 'start' it and then keep checking. Some of the preset settings use a lower temp, which is better for some foods. Only thing that did not work well was cheese-filled breadsticks cooked from frozen. The middle was still cold when the outside was getting too crispy. Foods are tending to work better when thawed at least a little, but frozen fries and smaller items still come out crispy and hot in the middle. We reheated some thin crust (take-out) pizza, and the crust was better reheated than when it was fresh from the box. There are tons of air fryer recipes and tips online, I'd suggest using them. I have not regretted this purchase at all, it's great for re-crisping and reheating. And I would not want anything less than this 8qt basket size, otherwise it would be way too small. Consider that when choosing a model. 8qt sounds like a lot, but if reheating pizza for example, food sits on the rack in the bottom of the basket and this one can accommodate 2-3 pieces of take out (PapaJohn's-type) pizza at a time. One 4-minute cycle of the "P" preheat button heats and crisps slices of pizza perfectly. If the pizza is particularly cold, it might take part of a second preheat cycle, but watch it closely to avoid burning the cheese or toppings such as pepperoni. Great to reheat/re-crisp things like biscuits, when microwaving them is a dud. Be aware that it does take a fair amount of counter space, and you need it clear in front of the basket to pull it in and out, but I think it's worth it. This is a higher priced unit, but it was on a great sale here. My mom had a smaller one (3 qt, perhaps?), and it was so tiny it wasn't worth the effort to cook such a small amount for 2 adults. She found the Paula Dean air fryer book to be useful.

As someone who values both efficiency and quality in kitchen appliances, I've found the Bella Pro Series 8-qt. Digital Air Fryer to be a standout option. With its generous 8-quart capacity, this air fryer is perfectly sized for family meals or for those who prefer to prep their meals in advance. It strikes an impressive balance between ample space and affordability, standing out during my extensive research on air fryers for its excellent size-price ratio. The air fryer's build quality does not disappoint, offering a robust stainless steel design that not only looks sleek but is built to last. It's incredibly user-friendly, featuring a digital interface that makes setting up your cooking preferences a breeze. Whether you're a seasoned chef or new to the world of air frying, this model caters to all levels of culinary expertise with its straightforward functionality. In conclusion, if you're searching for a reliable and capacious air fryer that promises both performance and value, the Bella Pro Series 8-qt. Digital Air Fryer is an excellent choice. It has transformed how I prepare meals, making it an indispensable tool in my kitchen.

Really big! Can fit a personal pizza, potato fries, diced potatoes even a lot of drum stick wings! Super good cooks perfect doesn’t go higher than 400 Degrees. Has a funny plastic smell when u get it so wash it before u use it.

This air fryer works great and the price was definitely a plus! I do so much with it. I even reheat food that just would not be as good if I were to heat up in the microwave. I warm food up on the lowest setting so it doesn't overcook. It is very easy to clean and maintain. I will say it is pretty big, so it takes up a good amount of counter space but it is not in the way by any means. Overall I am really happy with my purchase.

i have used this air fryer a couple times now, and love it! its a lot better and more “advanced” than the one i’ve had before from Sam’s Club, and holds a good amount of food in the basket! pretty simple to clean, and i love that there’s so many features/buttons! only spent about $50 on it since it was on sale, and i’d say it was worth the purchase! it does kind of give off a plastic-y smell while it’s being used, but i assume that’ll wear off eventually.

I have a 2 qt Bella ProSeries air fryer and it just wasn’t larger enough. The 8 qt is large enough to cook just about anything. Everything I have cooked so far has tasted great. The meat has been tender and moist. I am able to cook much faster, which saves time and electricity. It is very easy to clean. I wished I had this 40 years ago.

So now that I figured out to preheat it it’s amazing. I’ve used it a bunch of times and love it. Tried it the first time tonight preheating and what a difference I was wondering why before it was taking so much longer. I wanted the ninja but didn’t have the money I’ve bought about 4 different air fryers from just the basic models (only the turn dials) and the digital ones. So the turn dials have my heart I love the simplicity of them but my son kept saying get a fancier one. Well my first air fryer (Bella pro 4.2 qt) stopped working after not even 6 months it just slowly started not heating that well then one night I was using it and second batch of my food just wouldn’t turn on. So my adventure for a new one started. I got the insignia one digital nope didn’t like the locking drawer it was too hard of a pull etc. so next I got a turn dial one while it was nice I didn’t like the size. The more we’ve used them the more we’ve realized that when making a meal for just yourself even the most basic meals you need 2-3 runs of food. Let alone making something for a family. So I saw this on a great deal and to my surprise I’m in love. Despite the fact it’s digital it’s super easy to use. The settings I’m still working out and figuring out but it’s great. As long as you preheat it (assuming because it’s so big) but that’s what I love about yeah it takes up a little space but I’d rather it take up more space then making 50 wings and running it 5-8 times.

The Bello Pro is amazing. Easy to cook and clean. Doesn’t make any loud noise at all while cooking. Food comes out delicious and takes very minimal time. I would most definitely recommend this product. It can fit up to 4 big pork chops inside for an example and 4-5 juicy burgers just to get an idea of size. Touchscreen and comes with 9 presets.