Tefal ActiFry models need a different conversion from basket air fryers, because most ActiFry units have no temperature control. Convert by time alone: reduce the oven time by about 20% and let the paddle and fixed temperature do the rest.
An air fryer conversion is the process of restating cooking instructions written for one appliance so they produce the same result in another. This page covers whether Tefal ActiFry models need any brand-specific adjustment, the conversion chart, the model-by-model capacity and wattage figures that change converted times, and the settings that interfere with a converted recipe.
Do Tefal ActiFry air fryers need a different conversion?
No. The conversion depends on forced-air physics rather than on brand, so the standard reduction applies. What varies between models is wattage and capacity, and both change the converted time rather than the temperature.
The original ActiFry design uses a rotating paddle that stirs food continuously at a fixed temperature of roughly 180°C (355°F). There is no dial to convert to. This makes it excellent for loose foods that benefit from constant movement — chips, diced vegetables, curries — and poor for anything that must stay still, such as fish fillets, breaded cutlets or baked items.
Newer ActiFry Genius models add temperature control and convert exactly like any other air fryer: subtract 15°C and 20% of the time.
Check which type you have before converting. Applying a temperature conversion to a fixed-temperature unit is meaningless, and applying the paddle-based timing to a still-basket model gives the wrong answer.
Tefal ActiFry conversion chart
| Oven | Air fryer | Oven time | Air fryer time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 325°F / 165°C | 300°F / 150°C | 20 min | 16 min |
| 350°F / 180°C | 325°F / 165°C | 25 min | 20 min |
| 375°F / 190°C | 350°F / 180°C | 30 min | 24 min |
| 400°F / 200°C | 375°F / 190°C | 35 min | 28 min |
| 425°F / 220°C | 400°F / 200°C | 40 min | 32 min |
Tefal ActiFry models: capacity and wattage
| Model | Capacity | Wattage | Practical batch |
|---|---|---|---|
| ActiFry Original / Express | 1.2 kg | 1,400W | Fixed ~180°C, paddle |
| ActiFry Advance | 1.2 kg | 1,400W | Fixed ~180°C, paddle |
| ActiFry Genius XL | 1.7 kg | 1,500W | Adjustable, paddle |
| Tefal Easy Fry basket range | 4.2 L | 1,400W | Adjustable, static basket |
Model specifications change between production runs. Check the plate on your own unit rather than relying on a published figure, since wattage in particular varies between regional versions of the same model name.
Can you cook fish or breaded food in an ActiFry?
Not in a paddle model. The rotating arm breaks up delicate items and strips breadcrumb coatings. Use a static-basket air fryer for anything coated or fragile, and reserve the ActiFry for loose foods that benefit from stirring.
How does wattage change the converted time?
Units under 1,400W run roughly 10% slower than the standard conversion assumes — add 2–3 minutes per 20 minutes and check at the original time. Units above 1,700W run slightly hot; check 2 minutes early on the first attempt. This applies across every brand and is the single largest source of variation between two units following the same recipe.
Related topics
The oven to air fryer conversion calculator applies these figures to any recipe, whichever model you own.
Capacity is the other variable, and it matters more than most people expect: the converted time assumes a single loose layer with visible gaps. Every basket figure in the table above is the practical maximum for crisp results, which is consistently lower than the stated volume implies.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Tefal ActiFry oven conversion?
Reduce the oven temperature by 25°F (15°C) and the cooking time by 20%, the same as any air fryer.
Do Tefal ActiFry presets match the converted temperature?
Not usually. Presets are set at fixed values for common packaged foods. Enter your converted temperature manually.
Does Tefal ActiFry wattage affect the conversion?
It affects the time, not the temperature. Below 1,400W, add roughly 10%.
What is the maximum temperature?
Most basket models reach 400°F (200°C). Oven recipes above 425°F cannot be converted directly — use the maximum and keep the original time.