Review: COSORI Pro Gen 2 Air Fryer
The COSORI Pro Gen 2 is the best single-basket air fryer in our 2026 test — a 5.8-quart basket with 12 cooking presets, smart home integration via Alexa and Google Home, and a companion app with 100+ guided recipes. At $119, it delivers exceptional performance-to-value for solo users and couples.
Smart Home Integration
The COSORI Pro Gen 2 connects to the VeSync app via Wi-Fi, enabling voice control through Alexa and Google Home. Start preheating before you leave the kitchen, schedule cooking times, and receive notifications when cooking completes. For smart home users, this integration is seamlessly practical — the only air fryer in our test with full Alexa/Google Home compatibility at this price.
12 Presets
The 12 one-touch presets cover: French Fries, Frozen Foods, Steak, Chicken, Seafood, Shrimp, Bacon, Vegetables, Bread/Cake, Reheat, Defrost, and Preheat. Each preset automatically selects optimal temperature and time — genuinely useful for daily cooking without reference to recipes.
Shake Reminder
A programmable shake reminder pauses cooking at a set interval and notifies you to shake the basket — preventing uneven cooking in fries and other items that benefit from agitation. The interval is customizable (typically set to halfway through cooking time).
Cooking Performance
In our test: frozen french fries (400°F, 16 minutes) emerged uniformly crispy with less oil than oven-baked. Chicken thighs at 380°F for 22 minutes reached 165°F internal temperature with golden-brown exterior. The non-stick coating releases food cleanly and survives dishwasher cycles without degradation after 30 washes.
Verdict
The COSORI Pro Gen 2 is our top recommendation for solo users and couples who want smart home integration and guided cooking. For families who need to cook two dishes simultaneously, the Ninja DZ401 Foodi’s dual-basket design is the better choice.