This is my one year review of the Salton Flip and Cook 3-in-1 Air Fryer, Grill, & Dehydrator. The differences between using an air fryer with a glass basket versus the standard non-stick could affect your buying decision. But bottom line, if you’re looking for an air fryer without a non-stick coating touching your food, this Salton glass basket air fryer is your best bet. Please note this review post contains Amazon Affiliate links which means I can receive a small commission if you buy through them. Be assured that this does not affect my review or opinion and there’s no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting my work!
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Long Story Short?

The Salton Flip and Cook 3-in-1 Air Fryer, Grill, & Dehydrator air fries food in the same amount of time with identical results as a regular basket-style air fryer, with the bonus that you can see your food while it cooks! No more peeking in and losing heat.

The indoor grill functions OK. If you wanted the Air Fryer to avoid non-stick coatings, this would be a no-go since it is your typical non-stick grill top.

I have not tried the dehydrator function since it seems like a genuine waste of energy. You literally cannot even fit a whole sliced apple in there to dehydrate.

While I have enjoyed using the Salton 3-in1, I still have a few qualms. For all the nitty-gritty details, please keep reading! I include:

the video review,
what’s in the box,
the product specifications VS actual useful cooking capacity,
my year-long regular usage and testing process,
pro’s and con’s,
what happens if the glass basket breaks?
my review of the reviews,
compare with other glass basket air fryers,
price,
my wishes for the next version, and
would I buy it again?

Video Review of the Salton Flip and Cook (with Glass Airfryer Basket)

What’s in the box?

The Salton Flip and Cook 3-in-1 Air Fryer, Grill, & Dehydrator comes with:

the main body,
basket support,
borosilicate glass air fryer basket,
metal air fryer rack,
non-stick air fryer rack,
non-stick grill plate,
power cord,
instruction manual

The main body is where the heating elements are on the inside and the external digital display lets you select the temperature, cooking time and pre-sets. The temperature settings range from 130°F to 400°F. To set it up, place it on the basket support stand, slide the basket in and you have your air fryer with a glass basket ready to go. You can choose to use the metal wire rack or the non-stick rack.

Let it cool before you take the heating base off the air fryer stand and flip it upside down. With the heating coils facing up, you can place the grill plate on it.

The basket support is mixed metal and plastic parts. It feels odd to place the hot glass basket on a plastic base but seems to handle the heat! There’s no warping or odors coming from it.

The basket support also has little rubber feet to keep it on your table or counter. I find that while they keep this part on the counter, it doesn’t stop it from sliding around the counter.

Also, when the glass basket it not in place, the whole set up feels top heavy and a bit unstable. This hasn’t been a problem for me but if you live in a household where elbows knock into things regularly, you will want to keep this set up away from table/counter edges.

In fact, I would probably keep it in a cabinet when not in use if any children are going to be around.

The borosilicate glass fryer basket is thick and sturdy. It has the capacity similar to other air fryers of a similar size. There is a plastic handle attached at the front and a glass handle at the back so you can carry the basket with both hands. This is necessary for me since it’s so heavy. There’s a small rubbery sleeve that goes over the glass handle. However, I always use a oven mitt or kitchen towel when I carry the hot basket as I don’t trust it not to be too hot.

Another thing to note, you should have space with a heat-proof pad in from the the air fryer so you can set down the hot basket after cooking is done.

Also, though the manual does instruct to “allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning,” it does not specifically warn of the dangers of changing temperatures and glass. In my experience, adding cool water to a hot glass can cause it to break or even violently explode.

Product Specifications

Size (assembled for air fryer mode): 9.25″ wide x 13.5″ deep x 12.25″ high

For comparison, this is a little smaller than the Cosori 5.8Qt in both the footprint and height. It should fit most countertops and under cabinets.

Borosilicate Glass Basket Inside Dimensions: 7.25″ wide x 8.75″ deep x 4.25″ high

Borosilicate Glass Basket Weight: 4lbs 12 oz

Compare this to the basket of the Cosori which is 2lbs 13oz. It’s quite a bit heavier. Because of this, I find it handy to pull the basket out on to a bamboo cutting board first, then use both the front handle and the rubber covered tab at the back to carry.

Interface Type: Digital

Like most digital air fryer displays, there are a lot of pre-sets of which I tend to use just one, then adjust the cook time and temperature manually.

Power: 1500 watts

Voltage: 120 volts

Actual Useful Cooking Capacity

While the manufacturer says the capacity is 4.9Qts, it can be difficult to tell just how much food you can actually cook properly at once. So here are a few things I often cook in the Salton air fryer and the maximum amount I can put in while still getting great results in the shortest amount of time:

1.5 lbs of cubed firm tofu (700g),
2 – 3 cups of chopped vegetables (like zucchini, carrots and bell peppers),
2 lbs of frozen nuggets
2 1/2 cups of tater tots

I don’t like to flip, shake, or otherwise mess with my food while it air fries. So generally, I’m cooking in a single layer. Frozen nuggets and tots are already pre-fried so they can be a bit more crowded while tofu needs more room to breath.

For vegetables, I don’t pile them up any deeper than 1″. It’s possible that you can cook more at a time than I have listed but you’d have to get more involved or they won’t get nicely browned; doesn’t that defeat the purpose of the all-convenient air fryer?

My year-long usage

For the first year, I used the Salton Flip and Cook Air Fryer mostly for my YouTube videos where it got used at least weekly. I also used it a few nights each week for my regular home cooking when my air frying needs exceeded the capacity of my Cosori.

In my regular kitchen, I usually use my 2nd Cosori 5.8qt XL air fryer which I received as a replacement after the 2023 recall. I know a lot of people were put out by the recall as Cosori took a few months to get everyone their replacements. But my original’s basket had just started flaking so the recall actually worked in my favor. By the way, one year later, my Cosori replacement air fryer is still working nicely and the basket has not started to show any wear yet.

Despite using the Salton and Cosori concurrently in regular life, I had the impression that the Cosori worked faster. At least, it has a larger capacity so I assumed better air flow and better cooking. However, I had not done a proper side-by-side test until now.

Side by Side Testing

A proper comparison tests

the exact same foods,
in the exact same amounts,
with the exact same temperature,
for the exact same amount of time.

For my side-by-side tests of the Salton Flip and Grill Air fryer versus my trusty Cosori XL air fryer, I cooked mini quiches and tater tots.

I used the exact same ingredients for the vegan mini quiches and was careful to use exactly the same mini spring-form pans lined with parchment paper.

They came out the same. The top was well browned; a little too well browned (perhaps the cheese topping was not the best idea) but the quiche was evenly cooked inside.

For the tater tots, I measured out 2 heaping cups of tater tots weighing 120 grams each. They were cooked for 13 minutes in total (checked at the 10 minute mark) and came out golden and crispy. I was surprised that the two batches were completely the same in appearance, taste and texture.

If you were afraid a glass basket air fryer would not perform the same as a conventional air fryer, I’m happy to report that it works just as well!

Pro and Cons of the Salton Flip and Cook 3-in-1 Air Fryer, Grill, & Dehydrator

These will primarily be my opinions about the air fryer mode as I haven’t used the grill function much. I’ve highlighted the pro’s which impressed me the most.

Glass Air Fryer Pro’s

see your food as it cooks! No need to peek and cause heat loss,
use the same recipes as your conventional air fryer,
cooks food evenly and just as quickly as a regular air fryer,
borosilicate glass is thick and feels strong,
glass basket has no coating to flake off,
glass basket is mostly easy to clean (some grease can bake-on if not completely cleaned between uses)
metal wire rack is easy to clean; even stubborn stuck on food can be soaked off,
quiet compared to other air fryers,
suction cup feet keep the air fryer support on the counter (this is not perfect though; see cons),
pleasant button sounds are not too loud

Glass Air Fryer Con’s

the glass basket is twice as heavy as a conventional air fryer basket,
the glass exterior gets HOT and exposed during cooking so you must be careful around it,
you must let the glass basket cool before you attempt to clean it,
you MUST clean it between uses otherwise grease can bake-on,
you must be careful when removing the glass basket; the whole machine can easily get dragged along if you don’t hold it back,
suction cup feet only keep the air fryer support down on the counter; it can still slide around,
too many unnecessary buttons. Who uses pre-sets anyways?

After using it for over a year, I’d say the only “con” that still gets to me is the fact that I MUST clean it every single time otherwise the baked-on grease will polymerize and become troublesome/impossible to clean. The glass makes even the slightest missed spot obvious and really spoils the look.

And before you ask who doesn’t clean their air fryer basket every time, you’re excused! The rest of us know the luxury and convenience of adding tater tots to an already slightly dirty air fryer basket and not worrying about a thing😂

Now I’m just being picky…

Because the air fryer support and the main body are separate pieces, the top-heavy design feels like an accident waiting to happen. When you slide out the basket, you must have one hand holding back the main body, otherwise the whole thing may slide towards you. The suction cup feet hold it down but don’t prevent sliding.

Also, when I unboxed the glass basket for the first time, the rim was already chipped. After reading the reviews, it seems I’m not the only one that had a chip.

I was worried that this spelled trouble and I would have to look for chips all the time. However, over one year later and there hasn’t been any chipping. The borosilicate glass basket has held up over time! Speaking of the glass air fryer basket…

What Happens If My Glass Basket Breaks?

Glass breakage is NOT covered under the warranty but you can get a replacement directly from Salton for $40 plus taxes and shipping to your location (Canada/USA), according to the conversation I had with a Salton customer service agent over email.

That said, I originally thought a glass basket must be more breakable then the normal metal non-stick type, right? Now after a year of use, I honestly don’t think so! The borosilicate glass is thick and sturdy. I have had other borosilicate glassware that was thinner and it broke easily. This, however, has been dropped in my stainless steel kitchen sink a few times without issue (not on purpose; I am clumsiest when I am being extra careful!). I imagine if you had a ceramic sink, it might be a bit more dangerous.

In contrast, I’ve had two metal air fryer baskets accumulate damaged handles within the first couple months. One of them became unusable because the handle got deformed over time. Now, the basket in my current Cosori is slightly warped; though this does not affect the function.

There are a few things I do to prevent any damage to the glass air fryer basket:

always let the glass cool to room temperature before cleaning (that way I don’t accidently poor cold water into hot glass)
carry the basket with two hands (it’s heavy on the wrist if you only use one hand)
be mindful of the second small “handle” that is made of glass and don’t bump it into things

Returns and Warranty Policy

According to the Salton website, you should inspect the product immediately and if there’s anything wrong with it, you can contact them to “make it right.” They have a 21-day return policy when you buy from their website. If you buy from another retailer, you should check with them. For example, I bought mine on Amazon.ca and they have a 30 day return policy.

The Limited Warranty that comes with each Salton Flip and Cook covers defects for one year. It doesn’t cover accidental damage and it doesn’t cover glass breakage. That said, as mentioned above, they do offer a replacement glass basket for $40 (CAD or USD depending on your location).

My review of the reviews

I haven’t seen any reviews of the Salton Flip and Cook 3-in-1 Air Fryer except on Amazon. There the product page includes 4 other products so you might get confused trying to read the reviews. If you want to sort them, be sure to select size “4L” and style “Digital.”

As of writing, the reviews are generally positive. Reviewers like the glass basket and the fact they can air fry without non-stick coatings. People have mentioned the higher price tag but find it worth it for the glass.

There is one 1 star review of someone having to return theirs after only one use. I think this is reasonable to expect that even with great quality control, a good manufacturer is still going to expect a small number of defective products. The question is, will they make it right? There have been no reviews claiming that they’ve been left high and dry.

Other Glass Air Fryers

How does the Salton Flip and Cook stack up against other air fryers with glass baskets? In my opinion, it IS the only real option right now! Don’t be fooled by others that look similar (except one and I’ll get into that).

I almost pulled the trigger one of these until I looked at the basket dimensions. It was tiny! One year later, I’m even more convinced. Many reviewers were disappointed at the tiny serving sizes. Some of the air fryers don’t get up to 400°F. Others complain about poor quality and short life span.

It’s a shame; I really like the cute look of some of them.

By the way, I’m skipping the glass “air fryers” that have the bulb or heating element on top of a glass bowl. After watching several video reviews, I think they’re just in a different category.

The exception

There is one glass basket air fryer that looks like it can compete. In fact, it looks like the exact same product but possibly white-labelled to another brand. It’s the “GREECHO Air Fryer Oven and Frying Pan Combo” and is available on Amazon.com.

I came across it at the same time last year but at the time, it was hundreds of dollars more AND not available to be shipped to Canada. A shame because I like the styling better.

Glass Basket VS Oven-style Stainless Steel

Early on in my research for a new non-stick-free air fryer, I nixed the possibility of getting an oven-style air fryer. The main reason was all the reviews saying they were difficult to clean compared to the basket-style. Plus, I’d had experience with a toaster oven. I loved that toaster oven for the function but it was a pain to clean if there was ever any splatter. A basket style air fryer is simply easier to clean.

Price

Currently, the price for the Salton Flip and Cook 3-in-1 Air Fryer, Grill, & Dehydrator is $213.50 Canadian on Amazon.ca. Which bugs me just a bit because I bought it when it first came out at $249.99 in February 2023.

According to camelcamelcamel.ca, they dropped the price in April of this year (2024) and it has fluctuated in that ten dollar range every since.

At that $210 average price point, it’s still on the high end but closer to other air fryers of similar capacity (4L).

On Amazon.com (USA), the Salton Flip and Grill Airfryer sells for $179 USD.

My Glass Air Fryer Wishlist

The upside of being able to see your food as it cooks is just the greatest! As a blogger and video creator, of course this makes my content all the more interesting so I would definitely buy it again. However, I have a few things on my wish list if Salton ever makes an updated version.

make it a dedicated air fryer only – this would solve the accident-waiting-to-happen feeling
slightly finer wire rack – the current wire rack lets bite-sized pieces through. It would be nice if there were just a few more rods helping out.
skip the non-stick rack – this seems like a waste to include
if not a dedicated air fryer, make the grill top a non-non-stick coated material such as stainless steel, carbon steel, or even cast iron.

As of writing, I just saw that Salton came out with (or is just about to come out with) their next edition of the Flip and Cook. It seems they’re doubling-down on the 3-in-1 aspect, making it a bit more stable with a more robust air fryer support base. But they’ve done away with the non-stick-free aspect. In my opinion, this takes away from it’s specialness and becomes just another air fryer in a saturated market.

As Kara Thrace once said, “We’re going the wrong way!”

Would I buy it again?

Thinking back on over a year of steady use, I would buy the Salton Flip and Cook 3-in-1 Air Fryer, Grill, & Dehydrator again. It works just as well as my Cosori Air Fryer (which outperformed both of my previous air fryers), while not having the issue of flaking non-stick coatings.

As a content creator, being able to photograph my food as it’s being air fried is great and all. But it’s also a convenience in regular everyday life too.

However, if I was in a place were I:

didn’t mind the non-stick coated basket,
would like a lighter-weight basket, and
didn’t want to pay more for glass,

I’d actually go for another conventional air fryer like the Cosori. The price is right and they are from a reliable company too. The thing is, I DO mind the non-stick and want to get away from those coatings if I can. I DON’T mind the heavier basket and I DON’T mind paying a little more for glass. Therefore in the future, I’d probably stick to a glass basket air fryer.

My final recommendation

Read the pro’s and con’s (if not this whole article) to see whether it’s right for you in your kitchen! What works for me, might not be what is best for you!

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