Upgrade your air fryer in minutes with these 12 affordable accessories

Best for: Avoiding mess

The worst part about cooking is often the messy aftermath. These silicone air fryer pots will be a gamechanger by keeping your air fryer free from residue, grease, and grime while also being an eco-friendly alternative to traditional disposable liners. It is also easy to clean and is dishwasher safe, making it easy to use and reuse time and time again. Offered in a 2-piece set, what more could you want!

Size: 7.7 x 6.5 x 2 in

Materials: Silicone

Key Features:

• 2-piece set
• Dishwasher safe
• Double-sided design can be reversed for easy cleaning
• Handles on both sides for easy pick up

Best for: Those who use their air fryer like an oven

If you use your air fryer more than your oven, you’ll know how difficult it is to find traditional bakeware that fits in the air fryer basket. Pyrex, thankfully, have realised this too and created this borosilicate glassware set specifically for the air fryer. There’s a round baking dish, square baking dish, and a rectangular baking dish so you can make everything from lasagne to cakes with ease! 

Materials: Borosilicate glass

Also available at:

• $40, Amazon
• $28 (normally $40), Global Kitchen Brands

Best for: Easy prep

Did you know that you can also make baked goods in an air fryer? These silicone air fryer baking cups are the perfect accessory for freshly baked cupcakes, muffins or even frittatas. Perfect for single-serve meals, these handy little cups are versatile, easy to clean and are especially handy if you’re after a quick lunchbox snack for yourself or the kids.

Sizes: 7 x 4 cm

Materials: Silicone

Key Features:

• 12-piece set
• Fridge, freezer and oven safe
• Dishwasher safe
• Convenient lifting tabs

Best for: Families with multiple dietary requirements

Love using your air fryer but dread the clean-up? These silicone basket liners are calling your name. Not only do they ensure drips and drops are contained, they’re also great for cooking separate batches of food for members of the family who can’t tolerate certain ingredients. Reviewers say that they’re also easy to clean and durable, withstanding multiple usages with ease. Another great feature of these inserts is that they have handles, making them easy to lift from the air fryer as needed. They’re dishwasher safe and heat resistant up to 200 degrees Celsius. 

Sizes: 22.5cm x 22.5cm

Materials: BPA-free silicone

Best for: Safe handling

This little kitchen tool will take all the hassle out of handling hot food. The silicone pad in the head allows for a firm, non-slip grip on hot bakeware and dishes giving you the confidence you need to make the most out of your air fryer. It’s simple, but it’s perfect.

Sizes: Upper handle 18 cm, lower handle: 16.5 cm

Materials: Stainless steel, silicone

Key Features:

• 2-piece set
• Silicone pad in the head grips hot bakeware and dishes firmly without slipping
• Anti-slip silicone handles

Best for: Optimising space

This compact, double-layer rack has a multi-purpose to help you make the most out of your air fryer. The two-shelf rack helps distribute the heat to your food evenly and optimises the space of your air-fryer. Included are 4 metal skewers that can be placed on the top of the rack for the perfectly cooked shish kebabs.

Sizes: 17.5 x 17.5 x 7.5cm.

Materials: Stainless steel

Key Features:

• Single tiered rack
• Includes 4 skewers
• Heat resistant

Best for: Baking

Designed for multi-purpose use, this deep, non-stick cake tin is ideal for cakes, sponges, pizza and more. It is the perfect accessory to maximise the use of your air fryer by providing a deep base for foods you might not traditionally think to use the air fryer for. The lightweight material also ensures even heating and easy release. Make sure to check whether the size of the tin is compatible for your air fryer.

Sizes: 20 x 20 x 20 cm

Materials: Metal

Key Features:

• Temperature-resistant
• Dishwasher safe
• Compatible with 5L air fryer or larger

Also available at:

• $16.99 from Big W

Best for: Easy treats in a flash

Make muffins in a flash with a silicone baking tray designed to fit straight into the air fryer basket. This collapsible tray makes 9 mini muffins at a time and is made from BPA free, food-grade silicone. It’ll be a life-saver for homemade lunchbox snacks and, if you’re feeling creative, can be used for more than just muffins (we love the idea of making mini quiches in these). 

Sizes: 22cm

Materials: Silicone

Best for: Multi-purpose use

While air fryers are traditionally considered similar to a toaster oven where oil is not necessary for cooking, it is often recommended to add 1 to 2 tbsp of oil to your food depending on what you are making. This 2 in 1 oil dispenser features a dual-function design with the convenience of both spray and pour features to help control and evenly distribute oil onto your food. It’s also suitable for a wide range of food preparation processes such as dressing, griddle, roasting, grilling and baking. A versatile accessory for a versatile air fryer!

Sizes: ‎‎8 x 8 x 18.5 cm

Materials: Glass

Key Features:

• Can pour, spray or drizzle over food
• Oil outlet sealing silicone gasket
• Interface anti-blocking design
• Effective control of oil flow
• Leak proof

Best for: Multi-purpose use

Feed your Michelin star chef fantasies and elevate your air fryer appliances with this stylish tong set. The slimmer tongs give you finer control and are fantastic for picking up delicate foods, while the thick tongs will work best to turn over bigger items such as sausages and skewers.

Sizes: ‎31.19 x 7.01 x 0.25 cm

Materials: Silicone, Stainless Steel

Key Features:

• Elevate technology designed to improve hygiene
• Lockable stainless-steel arms
• Integrated tool rests prevent the tips from touching the work surface when placed down
• Includes 1 x precision tongs and 1 x large tongs
• Silicone heat resistant up to 270˚C

Also available at:

• $34.97 (usually $49.95) from Myer
• $49.95 from David Jones

Best for: Easy prep

Take your food preparation game to a whole new level with a mandolin slicer. Slice and dice potatoes, vegetables or fruits for uniform pieces that will cook evenly in your air fryer and help produce the crispiest, evenly cooked food. With its efficiency, unparalleled speed and consistency, you’ll never look back from owning this fantastic appliance.

Sizes: ‎ 16.5 x 13.5 x 41 cm

Materials: Stainless Steel, plastic, rubber

Key Features:

• Includes 1 x mandoline slicer with anti-slip collapsible base and safety hat
• Versatile for even slicing of food
• Anti-slip collapsible base for stable food prep & easy storage
• Dishwasher safe

Best for: Avoiding mess

Another money saver is the reusable air fryer inserts. These innovative liners make cleaning up a breeze, are heat-resistant and are designed with holes to ensure optimal airflow meaning your food will be perfectly crispy. If you opt for more eco-friendly materials these liners will be a great addition to your kitchen appliances.

Sizes: ‎ 8.5 x 8.5 in

Materials: Silicone

Key Features:

• 4 in a pack
• Heat-resistant
• Non-stick
• Dishwasher safe
• Designed to ensure optimal airflow around food