Smeg launches AFC01 air fryer with seven presets and optional steam mode

Smeg has launched the AFC01 Dual Flavour Air Fryer, its first standalone air fryer, with seven cooking presets and an optional steam mode.

The square fryer has a matte finish and uses a lift-out basket instead of a drawer. Its lid flips open, while a translucent top and internal light let users check food during cooking. A touch-sensitive control panel replaces physical dials and buttons.

The AFC01 offers two cooking modes. Crispy works like a standard air fryer, while Juicy+Crispy releases fine water droplets from a top reservoir to help keep foods such as fish and chicken moist inside.

The basket can be removed and cleaned in a dishwasher. The fryer follows the design of Smeg’s MOC02 microwave and air fryer combo, released in February. The MOC02 also works as a fan oven and grill and supports multi-stage cooking.

The AFC01 comes in four matte colours: Black, Storm Blue, Emerald Green, and White. It is available directly from Smeg for £199.95.