Chefman’s ExacTemp 12-Quart Air Fryer is a kitchen countertop anchor. Its main advantage is the integrated smart cooking thermometer, which removes the guesswork from proteins. You set your desired internal temperature, and the appliance handles the rest.

The 12-quart capacity is genuinely useful for a family meal or entertaining. You can air fry a whole rotisserie chicken while roasting vegetables on the rack below. The 28 touchscreen presets are straightforward, covering everything from dehydrating to reheating leftovers. In daily use, it functions like a compact, incredibly fast convection oven. The auto-shutoff feature provides a tangible sense of security for longer cooks.

This is a large appliance, so you’ll need to commit the counter space. The plastic exterior feels functional rather than premium, but the interior cooking surfaces are solid. For reliably hitting the perfect medium-rare on a roast or ensuring chicken is fully cooked without drying it out, the ExacTemp probe is a legitimate game-changer.