(checked 2026-10-10)
A cheap, tiny fryer that owners like for one or two people, but testers found it cooks unevenly and owners often report the nonstick coating peeling.
Top complaints
- Nonstick coating peels
Amazon's review summary says multiple customers report the nonstick coating peeling off. Walmart 2-star reviews describe the tray or basket peeling within weeks.
- Uneven cooking, poor temperature control
Wirecutter found the Tasti-Crisp poor at holding a set temperature and among the most uneven it tested. Serious Eats says it cooked fries somewhat unevenly.
Source: Wirecutter, Serious Eats - Stops heating over time
Durability is the one negative aspect on Amazon. Walmart reviewers describe units that stopped heating or quit mid-cook after months of use.
What owners love
- Right size for 1-2
Amazon shoppers say it is perfect for one or two people and fits on a small counter.
- Easy to use and clean
Ease of use and ease of cleaning are positive aspects in Amazon's review summary.
- Cheap and works fine for small loads
Serious Eats says it mostly worked fine as a small backup option; Amazon owners consider it worth the price.
- You cook for a family
- You want even, reliable crisping
- You want a coating that lasts
- 1-2 people
- Dorms and small kitchens
- Lowest upfront cost
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What experts say
- Wirecutter (NYT): Not recommended: in an earlier round it did a poor job of holding temperature and cooked among the most unevenly of the group.
- Serious Eats: A fallback small option: it mostly worked fine but cooked fries somewhat unevenly.