AIR FRYER OVEN REVIEW

Chefman Dual 9 QT DC Motor Air Fryer Review

★★★★★ 4.7
4 owner reviews
7.9
Overall · #36 of 47

Crispiness8.2
Evenness8.1
Ease of use8
Noise7.7

A two-basket Chefman with a DC motor for stronger airflow, splitting 9 quarts across two zones. Bake, broil, dehydrate and reheat in either drawer.

Capacity9 qt (2 baskets)
Power1750W
Programs4
Warranty1 year
✓ What we liked
  • DC motor for a stronger, even crisp
  • Two independent 9-quart zones
  • Ceramic-lined baskets
✗ Worth noting
  • Wide footprint
  • Four core functions

How it tested

We ran the same battery of tests we use on every air fryer, from frozen chips to fresh wings and roast veg. Here is how it scored on each.

Crispiness — 8.2

The DC motor gave a crisp, even finish in both baskets, a step up from cheaper twin fryers.

Crispy food fresh from the air fryer

Evenness — 8.1

Even colour across both zones with a shake on busy loads.

Ease of use & cleanup — 8.0

The ceramic baskets are dishwasher safe and easy to refill.

Noise — 7.7

A steady hum, quieter than some twin models.

Design & build

A black unit with two drawers and a solid feel. It is wide, so plan your counter.

Who it’s for

✓ Buy it if…
  • You want two zones with better airflow
  • You cook for a family
✗ Look elsewhere if…
  • Bench space is tight
  • You want the largest single basket

Full specifications

Capacity9 qt (2 baskets)
Power1750W
Programs4
Temp range105-450°F
AccessoriesTwo baskets, crisper plates
Dishwasher safeYes
ModelRJ38-45DBDW
Warranty1 year

Our verdict

A strong mid-range twin-basket. The DC motor lifts the crisping above budget rivals while keeping two-zone flexibility.

It is wide and sticks to core functions. For two-food family cooking it is a capable, well-priced pick.

How it compares

It out-crisps the cheaper 6-quart Chefman dual thanks to the DC motor. A single 9-quart TurboFry holds more in one basket.

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Frequently asked

Can each basket cook separately?

Yes, each has its own settings.

What is special about the motor?

A DC motor moves air faster for a stronger, more even crisp.

Marcus Bell, Appliance reviewer
Reviewed by Marcus Bell, Appliance reviewer
AirFryer Ovens test kitchen · Bought at retail, never supplied by the brand

Every oven runs the same five stages: preheat timing, a frozen chip crispiness run, a full tray evenness test, a full load cook, then noise, energy and cleanup. Scores carry the same weighting on every model, so commission never moves a ranking.

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Owner reviews

4.7
★★★★★
4 verified reviews

★★★★☆

Solid dual fryer for the money.

Sam T. · Jul 2026

★★★★★

Chips and chicken done together and both crisp.

Nadia S. · Jul 2026

★★★★★

Two baskets and the motor makes everything crispier.

Ruth K. · Jul 2026

★★★★☆

Great results. It is wide though.

Leo P. · Jul 2026

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  • The same 5 tests run on every single unit
  • No sponsored picks, so the ranking stays honest

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