Demi Lovato loves this space-saving air fryer – I tried it and despite being petite, it's surprisingly powerful

I first noticed the Bella Fits-Anywhere Air Fryer on Demi Lovato's countertop. It looked tiny in her spacious kitchen, so I was curious to see how it would perform in a real-world setting – specifically, my Brooklyn apartment.

Well, it certainly lives up to its 'Fits-Anywhere' name; this air fryer is slim, sleek, and designed to slide effortlessly into tight spaces. But unlike some of the best non-toxic air fryers our team has tested, this model isn’t especially versatile. As a writer and product reviewer with over two decades of experience (and someone who tested the first-ever Philips air fryer back in 2015), I tend to gravitate toward multi-functional air fryer/toaster ovens that can tackle a wider range of cooking tasks.

With an extra-deep PFAS-free (non-toxic, to you and I) ceramic-coated basket, six one-touch presets, and a surprisingly quiet fan, it’s built to do one thing well: air fry. During my month of testing, I even brought it along on a girls’ trip where counter space was limited, and this fall, I’ll be sending it off with my son for his college dorm – proof of just how portable and practical it is. You can see it in Demi's kitchen on TikTok, too.

Specifications

• Size: 11.14 H x 8.22 W x 14.56 D inches
• Capacity: 4 quarts (also available in 6 quarts)
• Weight: 7.27 lbs
• Cooking modes: Air fry, bake, roast, broil, reheat, dehydrate
• Materials: Heat-resistant plastic body and EverGood™ Ceramic non-stick coating
• Color options: Seaglass green, Blossom pink, Oatmilk cream, Plum purple, Surf blue
• Retail price: $59.98 at Amazon

Design & first impressions

There’s no denying it: the Bella air fryer is pretty. With its heat-resistant, almost luminous, matte plastic body and rounded design, it’s also petite and extremely lightweight. And because it comes in five different colors (Oatmilk, Plum, Surf, Blossom and Seaglass), you can match it to your kitchen decor as well. I chose the minty Seglass color, which works beautifully with my light green tiles and grey countertops. It also easily fits under standard cabinets, with room to spare, which makes it an excellent choice for college dorms or studio apartments.

It comes with a long, 4-quart basket with an easy-to-grip handle and a crisping tray, which simply inserts. Turn it upside down and you’ll find a clever, indented circle, which allows you to store the cord away or even shorten it if you so desire.

Best of all, the basket is crafted from what the company says is a proprietary ceramic nonstick coating that’s made without PFAS, PFOA, PTFE, lead and cadmium. This not only makes it a non-toxic air fryer, but also allows you to clean it up quickly.

What's it like to use?

The Bella Fits-Anywhere Air Fryer is pretty straightforward to use. It has a small digital screen and six preset buttons, all located directly above the drawer. In addition to Air Fry, you can Bake, Roast, Broil, Reheat and Dehydrate.

After you choose your cooking preset (I didn’t use anything other than Air Fry more than once), you can press the single Time/Temperature button to adjust both features using the plus and minus buttons on either side. This step is not so intuitive, and I had to check the included instructions to figure it out.

Bella uses a 1300-Watt heating coil at the top of the drawer and a fan to distribute the air. I found that it heated up quickly, though I ended up sticking to the default of 20 minutes at 400 degrees most of the time, checking my food often by opening the drawer and giving it a shake to redistribute. Because there’s no window to monitor cooking, this seemed easier than guessing how long something would take to crisp up.

Cooking performance

Test 1: Frozen French Fries

French fries are always our first go-to when we test the best air fryers, and I decided to use the thicker, crinkle-cut type. The food gets layered on top of the crisping tray, and as per the instruction manual, I did not overfill the basket. But, that also meant I could only fit about a third of the package of fries, which doesn't go very far if you’re cooking for more than one person (even less if you’re cooking for two teen boys).

I hit the Air Fry button, stuck with the 20 minutes at 400 degrees and pressed start. The first time, I made the mistake of walking away and coming back when the timer went off. This left me with overcooked, burnt fries and I learned my lesson. Once I refilled the basket, I stayed next to the air fryer and shook the fries about every five minutes. It took approximately 15 minutes to turn crispy and golden brown on the outside, while staying light and fluffy on the inside.

Test 2: Vegetables

I also had to try twice with my vegetables. Originally, I used the same thin, uniformly sliced zucchini, onion and jalapenos that I tested with the Midea air fryer, oven sprayed with avocado oil and sprinkled with salt, though I did take the temperature down to 350°F. After about 8 minutes, they were hot, but not crispy. Yet after 12 minutes, they were too crispy and nearly burnt. The difference was the deeper basket, which required thicker-cut vegetables in order to cook evenly.

The second time, I sliced a pepper and some onions, and put them in at 400°F for 20 minutes. After shaking them twice and cooking them on Air Fry for 13 minutes, they were beautifully air-fried, sweet and delicious.

Test 3: Chicken

I make chicken on a weekly basis at home. For the Bella Fits-Anywhere Air Fryer, I cut chicken breast into thick strips, sprayed them with high smoke point oil (I love this avocado oil from La Tourangelle and it's only $5 at Amazon) and sprinkled them with kebab seasoning. Again, I set it for 20 minutes at 400 degrees and checked in with them every five minutes for a shake.

This was simple because after the timer went off, I had beautifully browned, crispy chicken fingers that stayed nice and juicy on the inside. I could throw them in a pita, on a salad or serve for a family dinner with rice and veggies.

Breaded, frozen chicken fingers were next up and I made sure to use four different sized pieces for this test. I didn’t use any extra oil and again put them in for 20 minutes at 400°F with a few basket shakes in between. The result was perfectly moist tenders with a crunchy crust.

Cleaning & Storage

Because the Bella Fits-Anywhere Air Fryer basket and crisping tray are made from non-stick ingredients, cleaning is not tough. But you do need to clean them both thoroughly after every use. I just lifted the crisping tray out of the basket and washed both elements with hot, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. Even baked-on grease was fairly easy to remove. You can also put the crisping tray on the top rack of a dishwasher if you’d prefer – just don’t use any harsh detergents.

As for storage, the best part of the Bella Fits-Anywhere air fryer is that it does just that. I kept it out on my counter and was pleased with how little space it took up. Because it’s so lightweight, you can also easily stow it away and bring it out when you need it. I even threw it in my car and took it upstate to Woodstock, NY with me when I went on a girls’ holiday.

How does it rate online?

The Bella Fits-Anywhere Air Fryer gets 4.5 stars on Amazon, with 80% giving it a 5-star review. Most users fawned over its attractive looks, small size and excellent performance, though some were initially confused that they had to change the time and/or temperature before they hit Start (just like me).

According to one user, 'When I unboxed it and tried to turn it on after washing the tray + metal insert, I got frustrated because I couldn’t figure out why the time and temperature buttons weren’t working. The part that says ‘time/temp’ is a button itself… You have to press that first, then you can choose the time or temperature with the plus and minus buttons.'

Another user was thrilled with its ease of use and design, saying 'I’ve been using it for six months and I love it. Easy to use, easy to clean up after. My coffee maker is taller than it is. Can cook enough food for two people. The modern sleek design fits perfect in my small kitchen, though if you have a big kitchen, it would fit perfect in there too.'

But most of all, Amazon reviewers appreciated that it is both stylish and efficient. However, it was noted that crowding the basket with too much food would affect the cooking performance.

How does it compare?

If you’re looking for a space-saving air fryer, instead of more versatile toaster oven options like the Midea Flexify French Door Air Fryer Oven, the Bella Fits-Anywhere Air Fryer is an excellent choice for design and efficiency.

However, if you opt for performance over style and budget, we suggest checking our best air fryer 2025, the Ninja Air Fryer Pro. It’s slightly wider and larger capacity, but its 5-quart basket easily handles enough food for a family of 3-4, and it always cooks things evenly and quickly. It is well-priced for the performance (though still nearly double the price of the Bella Fits-Anywhere Air Fryer, unless it's on sale).

Should you buy it?

The Bella Fits-Anywhere Air Fryer is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a low-cost and space-saving way to air fry. Not only is it great-looking, with its array of colors and soft, rounded edges, but it easily fits under cabinets and into tight corners. I would especially suggest it for dorm rooms or small apartments; I plan on sending it with my son to university come September.

Though its 4-quart basket doesn’t generally cook for more than two adults, it can easily crisp up frozen French fries, chicken and tofu, and help you eat more vegetables if you make sure to cut them thicker or in bigger chunks. You will have to monitor your food as it cooks by pulling out the drawer, but that’s par for the course for most air fryers. All in all, I think it is a perfect air fryer for beginners, students and those looking for clever small kitchen ideas.