Best Air Fryer Accessories (2026)

The 11-Piece Air Fryer Accessories Set at $26.99 covers the core functional gaps that air fryer baskets don't address on their own. The pizza pan and baking insert expand your cooking options from the standard fryer basket format to flat-surface cooking, which matters for foods that need even contact with a heated surface. The oil sprayer provides fine mist coverage for consistent coating without excess oil. At 11 pieces, the set includes enough variety to handle most air fryer applications without duplication. The aluminum construction on most inserts conducts heat well and is lightweight enough not to significantly reduce the air fryer's effective capacity. The critical factor before purchasing is basket size compatibility. Air fryer accessories need to fit your specific model — a set labeled "fits 4-5.8 Qt" may not fit a different capacity fryer even if the basket appears similar. Measure your basket's interior diameter before ordering, not just the stated quart size, as different manufacturers' baskets vary in actual dimensions for the same capacity rating. Best for users who've established regular air fryer cooking habits and want to expand beyond the standard basket format.

The 12-Piece Air Fryer Accessories Set at $32.99 targets the 4-5.8 quart capacity range that covers most popular air fryer models. The extra piece over the 11-piece set typically adds a second size option for one of the core accessories — a second rack size or an additional pan — which increases the chances that at least one piece fits your specific basket geometry. The silicone-handled accessories provide heat protection when removing inserts from the air fryer at temperature, which is the daily safety advantage of a properly equipped set. The included tongs and skewers handle the actual food manipulation that the basket tool doesn't. At $32.99 it's $6 more than the 11-piece option. Whether that premium is justified depends on how many pieces from the cheaper set you'd actually use. Air fryer accessory sets tend to have a few hero items (the pizza pan, the skewer rack) and several pieces that rarely get used. Review which pieces are included before assuming more pieces equals more value. The 12-piece set makes the most sense if you've identified specific cooking types (skewers, layered cooking) that require the additional capacity.

The INFRAOVENS Accessories for Ninja Dual Basket DZ401/DZ201 at $21.99 solves the specific problem that generic accessory sets create: fitment. Generic sets claim broad compatibility but often fit awkwardly in specialized baskets, reducing effective cooking area and interfering with airflow. This set is engineered specifically for the Ninja Dual Basket geometry, which means it actually uses the available space efficiently. The Ninja Dual Basket is one of the most popular air fryer formats, and its dual-zone design has specific basket dimensions that generic accessories don't account for. A properly fitted insert maintains the airflow pathways that make air fryers work — an oversized insert can block circulation and result in uneven cooking. At $21.99, it's actually less expensive than the generic sets while being demonstrably more useful for Ninja Dual Basket owners. The trade-off is obvious: this set is useless if you have a different air fryer. If you own a DZ401 or DZ201, this is the straightforward choice. If you have a different model, look for a compatibility-specific set for your unit rather than a generic wide-fit option.

This generic grill pan and rack set is the compatibility-first choice in this accessories roundup — built for the standard 3.5-liter-plus basket format that covers the majority of round air fryers sold today. The bundle covers the core accessory use cases: a grill pan for elevated searing, a rack for multi-level cooking, and metal skewers for kebabs and compact protein cuts. At $29.99 it undercuts most name-brand sets while addressing the same practical needs, and the multi-piece format means you are not paying for accessories you will never use. The compatibility caveats matter before buying: this generic set does not fit the Ninja AF100 (square basket) or Cosori CP158-AF dimensions, and the 8-inch skewers run short for thicker protein cuts like chicken thighs over 2 inches. The non-stick coating scratches with metal utensils, requiring silicone or wooden tools. There is no brand warranty — if the grill pan warps, the full set requires replacement rather than individual piece swap-out. Best suited for owners of standard round 3.5L+ air fryers who want entry-level accessory expansion under $30. Skip if you own a square-basket model (Ninja AF100, Cosori CP158-AF) or regularly cook thick protein cuts that need longer skewers — the DESUMG 11-piece set at $26.99 has broader documented compatibility.