New Delhi, Dec. 8 -- The modern kitchen is filled with gadgets that promise quicker cooking and better efficiency, yet few appliances spark as much comparison as the microwave oven and the air fryer. Both are extremely popular, both claim to make cooking easier and both offer a level of convenience that traditional methods rarely match. As people search for ways to manage busy schedules or cook healthier meals without spending hours in the kitchen, the debate over which appliance saves more time and effort becomes more relevant. Understanding how each one works and what it can realistically do helps you see the difference clearly.

A microwave oven heats food using electromagnetic waves that penetrate the surface and warm the moisture ins...