India, Sept. 9 -- An air fryer can make samosas crispier and snacks within minutes, while a microwave can reheat dal in minutes and help make shahi paneer easily. Does that mean you need both appliances in your kitchen? Probably not. When buying a cooking appliance for a kitchen, the choice between a microwave oven and an air fryer can get surprisingly confusing. Both these appliances help in making snacks, toasting and roasting vegetables and meat. They also save time while cooking, which adds to the overall confusion. However, they are designed for very different cooking jobs.

A microwave oven is ideal for quickly reheating leftovers, warming beverages and curries, defrosting food and cooking dishes with minimal effort. Some models als...