Countertop Picks

Best Air Fryer Accessories

By the Countertop Picks Editorial Team · How we test & rank

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Most air fryer accessories on the market solve a problem you don't have, but a handful genuinely make daily use easier: something to catch grease and crumbs so the basket itself stays cleaner, a pan that actually fits so you can bake instead of just crisp, and tongs that don't scratch a nonstick basket down to bare metal after a year of wings.

We skipped the generic multi-piece accessory kits padded out with pieces nobody uses and focused on the handful of items that solve a specific, common air fryer annoyance — liner buildup, basket scratches, or wanting to bake a small cake or cook skewers without buying a second appliance.

How we picked: We prioritized accessories with a genuine track record of fitting common basket sizes (4-6 quart round or square baskets) and skipped anything that duplicates what the air fryer's included parts already do just as well.

At a glance

#PickWhy it stands outPrice
Instant Accessory Set for 6-Quart Vortex Air FryersTop Pickall-in-one set for oven-style/Vortex owners - Includes a cake pan, pizza pan, and skewer rack sized specifically for 6-quart Instant Vortex basketsCheck Amazon
COSORI Reusable Silicone Air Fryer LinersRunner-upreusable liner for easy basket cleanup - Catches grease and small food debris so the basket itself needs far less scrubbingCheck Amazon
Linda's Air Fryer Parchment Liners (Perforated, Disposable)Best Valuedisposable liner for greasy or marinated foods - Perforated parchment lets air circulate while still catching drips from wings, bacon, or marinated meatCheck Amazon
Fat Daddio's Round Cake Pan Set (4.5" and 6")Also greatbasket-safe pan for baking small batches - Sized to fit inside most 4-6 quart round air fryer baskets, not just full-size ovensCheck Amazon
OXO Good Grips Tongs with Silicone HeadsAlso greattool to protect your basket's nonstick coating - Silicone tips grip food without scraping the nonstick coating the way bare metal tongs do over timeCheck Amazon

The picks in detail

Top Pick
Best all-in-one set for oven-style/Vortex owners

Instant Accessory Set for 6-Quart Vortex Air Fryers

Includes a cake pan, pizza pan, and skewer rack sized specifically for 6-quart Instant Vortex baskets

  • Capacity6 quart

Pros

  • Includes a cake pan, pizza pan, and skewer rack sized specifically for 6-quart Instant Vortex baskets
  • Opens up baking and skewer cooking that the stock basket alone doesn't support well
  • Dishwasher-safe pieces hold up to regular use

Cons

  • Sized for Instant's own baskets — measure carefully before assuming it fits a different brand's air fryer.
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Best reusable liner for easy basket cleanup

COSORI Reusable Silicone Air Fryer Liners

Catches grease and small food debris so the basket itself needs far less scrubbing

Pros

  • Catches grease and small food debris so the basket itself needs far less scrubbing
  • Washable and reusable instead of going in the trash after one use
  • Perforated design still lets hot air circulate instead of trapping moisture

Cons

  • Can reduce crisping slightly on foods that need direct basket contact, like fries, compared to cooking with no liner at all.
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Best disposable liner for greasy or marinated foods

Linda's Air Fryer Parchment Liners (Perforated, Disposable)

Perforated parchment lets air circulate while still catching drips from wings, bacon, or marinated meat

Pros

  • Perforated parchment lets air circulate while still catching drips from wings, bacon, or marinated meat
  • One-and-done disposal avoids the smell and staining that greasy cooks leave on reusable liners
  • Inexpensive enough to use for every cook without worrying about wear

Cons

  • Generates ongoing waste if you cook with the air fryer daily, unlike a reusable liner or tray.
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Best basket-safe pan for baking small batches

Fat Daddio's Round Cake Pan Set (4.5" and 6")

Sized to fit inside most 4-6 quart round air fryer baskets, not just full-size ovens

  • Capacity6 quart
  • Size4.5 in

Pros

  • Sized to fit inside most 4-6 quart round air fryer baskets, not just full-size ovens
  • Anodized aluminum heats evenly, which matters more in an air fryer's smaller, more intense airflow
  • Doubles as a steamer or casserole dish insert, not just a cake pan

Cons

  • Still worth measuring your specific basket's interior diameter before buying, since 'fits most baskets' isn't universal.
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Best tool to protect your basket's nonstick coating

OXO Good Grips Tongs with Silicone Heads

Silicone tips grip food without scraping the nonstick coating the way bare metal tongs do over time

Pros

  • Silicone tips grip food without scraping the nonstick coating the way bare metal tongs do over time
  • Comfortable locking handle makes them easy to store in a drawer between uses
  • Heat-resistant enough for pulling hot food straight out of the basket

Cons

  • Silicone heads are slightly less rigid than solid metal tongs, so very large or heavy items take a firmer grip.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do air fryer liners actually help, or do they get in the way?
A perforated liner — silicone or parchment — mostly helps with cleanup by catching grease and crumbs before they bake onto the basket. The tradeoff is that foods needing direct basket contact for maximum crispiness, like thin-cut fries, can crisp slightly less well on a liner than straight on the metal. For wings, bacon, or marinated proteins, the cleanup savings are usually worth it.
Can I put any cake pan or baking dish in my air fryer?
Only if it physically fits inside the basket with enough clearance for air to circulate around it — measure your basket's interior diameter and height before buying. Pans sized specifically for air fryer baskets, rather than standard oven bakeware, are the safer bet for a tight fit.
Are silicone air fryer liners safe at air fryer temperatures?
Food-grade silicone liners are generally rated well above the temperatures most air fryers run at (usually up to 400-450°F), but check the specific product's maximum temperature rating against your air fryer's highest setting before relying on one regularly.
Do I need official brand accessories, or will generic ones fit?
It depends on the accessory. Liners and tongs are universal and fit any basket size. Basket inserts and baking pans are more fit-specific — official accessories from your air fryer's brand are the safer choice there, but a correctly measured generic pan works just as well for less money.

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