Salton Glass Basket Digital Air Fryer - 4.5L Healthy Air Frying

In this review the Salton Glass Basket Digital Air Fryer proves to be a good fit for cooks who want to watch food as it cooks and reduce oil without sacrificing texture. The standout feature is the borosilicate glass basket that lets you monitor browning and doneness in real time, which changes how you manage foods like chicken wings and fries. With 9 preset functions, a 12-hour timer, and a removable rack, this fryer simplifies meal prep while offering safety features that matter for everyday kitchen use.

Key Features

• Borosilicate glass basket: The transparent basket allows direct visual monitoring of food while it cooks, so you can stop when items reach preferred browning.
• Oil-free rapid air frying: Rapid air technology crisps foods with little to no oil, reducing fat while still delivering a fried texture on fries and wings.
• 9 preset functions: Presets for Fries, Bake, Chicken Wings, Chicken, Steak, Fish, Vegetables, Reheat, and Dehydrate simplify common tasks and reduce guesswork.
• Adjustable temperature and timer: Temperature range from 120F to 400F and an adjustable timer up to 12 hours give precise control for both quick crisping and slow dehydrating jobs.
• Safety features: A 12-hour auto shut-off, overheat protection on temperature control, and a cool touch handle make the unit safer to operate and serve from.
• Removable air frying rack: The included rack increases capacity and airflow so you can cook more even batches without stacking items.

Who It's For

The Salton Glass Basket Air Fryer is best for home cooks who appreciate visual control and want a healthier alternative to deep frying. Its glass basket is especially useful for users who like to check crispness without interrupting cooking and for those who plan to use the dehydrate function for fruits or jerky.

It may be less ideal for families who need very large capacity or for buyers who prefer non-transparent, non-breakable baskets for rougher handling. If you frequently cook large holiday batches, a larger basket-style or drawer-style model may be preferable.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Watch food cook in the borosilicate glass basket for precise visual control.
• Healthier frying using rapid air technology that requires little to no oil.
• Wide temperature range and long timer allow both quick frying and slow dehydration.
• Built-in safety features and a cool touch handle make serving safer.

Cons

• Glass basket requires careful handling compared with metal baskets and may feel more fragile.
• 4.5L capacity may be limiting for very large families or batch cooking.

Specifications

Brand	Salton
Model	Glass Basket Digital Air Fryer
Capacity	4.5L
Power	1350W
Temperature range	120F - 400F
Preset functions	9 (Fries, Bake, Chicken Wings, Chicken, Steak, Fish, Vegetables, Reheat, Dehydrate)
Timer and safety	Up to 12-hour timer with auto shut-off; overheat protection; cool touch handle

Our Verdict

The Salton Glass Basket Digital Air Fryer is a smart pick for cooks who value visual monitoring and healthier frying without oil. Its presets, wide temperature range, and dehydration ability give good versatility for weeknight meals and snacks, and the safety features add peace of mind. For families needing larger batches or a more rugged exterior, consider a larger-capacity model, but for precision and convenience this offers solid value.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I dehydrate fruit in this fryer?
Yes, the unit includes a Dehydrate preset and a long timer, so it can replace a small dehydrator for fruits and jerky.

Is the glass basket safe to handle when hot?
The basket is borosilicate glass and the fryer has a cool touch handle; still use oven mitts for added safety when removing hot components.

Does it require oil to get crispy results?
No, rapid air frying technology produces crisping with little to no oil, though a light spray can enhance browning on some foods.