AIR FRYER OVEN REVIEW

Chefman Slim 3.5 QT Air Fryer Review

★★★★★ 4.7
4 owner reviews
6.9
Overall · #45 of 47

Crispiness7.4
Evenness7.2
Ease of use8.7
Noise8.3

A slim 3.5-quart Chefman that reaches 450°F and slips into narrow gaps. Four functions and a ceramic basket for one or two people.

Capacity3.5 qt
Power1300W
Programs4
Warranty1 year
✓ What we liked
  • Slim shape fits tight spaces
  • Reaches 450°F despite the low price
  • Ceramic nonstick basket
✗ Worth noting
  • 3.5 quarts is strictly small
  • 1300W limits bigger cooks

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 — 7.4

For a slim mini it crisps snacks and small meals nicely, helped by the 450°F top setting.

Crispy food fresh from the air fryer

Evenness — 7.2

Fine in the small basket with a shake for piled loads.

Ease of use & cleanup — 8.7

The ceramic basket wipes clean and is dishwasher safe. Very light to handle.

Noise — 8.3

Quiet, as you would expect from a small unit.

Design & build

A narrow black unit built to fit tight counters and small kitchens.

Who it’s for

✓ Buy it if…
  • You have very little space
  • You cook for one
✗ Look elsewhere if…
  • You cook for two or more
  • You want to air fry full meals

Full specifications

Capacity3.5 qt
Power1300W
Programs4
Temp range105-450°F
AccessoriesCeramic basket
Dishwasher safeYes
ModelRJ38-35T
Warranty1 year

Our verdict

A neat, cheap way to air fry in a tight kitchen. The slim shape and 450°F top setting are the highlights.

The 3.5-quart basket and 1300W element keep it to snacks and single portions. Within that it is a tidy little fryer.

How it compares

It is smaller than the 4-quart TurboFry Touch and built to be narrow. Size up as soon as you cook for two.

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Frequently asked

How many does it serve?

One person, or snacks and sides.

Does it really reach 450°F?

Yes, which is unusual for a mini.

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

★★★★☆

Nice cheap little fryer.

Rob T. · Jul 2026

★★★★☆

Good for snacks. Small but that is the point.

Josh M. · Jul 2026

★★★★★

Slim, light and easy to store.

Lena V. · Jul 2026

★★★★★

Fits my tiny kitchen and still hits 450. Great.

Orla D. · Jul 2026

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