Versatility overtakes a once-dominant kitchen trend.
Buenos Aires, May 2026. The air fryer, once the symbol of modern healthy cooking, is beginning to lose ground to a new generation of multifunction appliances capable of preparing a wider range of meals with greater efficiency. The shift reflects a broader transformation in consumer behavior: households are no longer looking for single-function devices, but integrated cooking systems.
At the center of this transition are advanced convection ovens and multifunction air oven systems. These appliances combine several cooking methods, including roasting, grilling, baking, dehydrating and rotisserie-style preparation, into a single device. Their larger capacity also allows users to prepare full meals instead of small portions.
The appeal is practical, economic and spatial. These devices promise faster cooking times, reduced oil usage and simplified meal preparation, while also lowering the need for multiple kitchen appliances. In contrast, air fryers, while efficient for small portions, are increasingly seen as limited in scale and flexibility.
This evolution reflects a broader market trend toward convergence: fewer devices, more functions. Consumers are prioritizing versatility, energy efficiency and space optimization, especially in urban homes where kitchen space is limited. The multifunction appliance becomes not only a cooking tool, but a domestic efficiency platform.
The decline of the air fryer does not mean its disappearance, but its repositioning. What was once innovation is now baseline. The new competition is not about preparing better fries, but about redefining how the modern kitchen operates.
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