Salton Stainless Steel Construction Compact Deep Fryer
- Deep Fryer
- 4.2 cups
- 800 watts
- 1
A small fryer that does its job well for one or two servings at a time, buyers are consistently clear that its capacity is the limiting factor, not its cooking performance.
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How it ranks among the 52 deep fryers we track
4.3★ across 560 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
560 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 52 deep fryers we track - how the scorecard works · full deep fryers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Salton's DF1539 is a compact 1 liter/quart deep fryer with a variable temperature dial, a nonstick oil bowl, and a wire mesh basket that locks to its handle for lifting food out. An 800-watt element and a breakaway magnetic cord round out the design.
The description covers frying fries, onion rings, donuts, fish and chicken wings, but the oil capacity is genuinely small. Reviewers who read the specs beforehand were satisfied; a few who didn't were surprised by the size.
- 1 liter/quart oil capacity
- Wire mesh basket with locking safety handle
- Adjustable temperature dial
- Breakaway magnetic safety cord
Who it's for
Singles or couples who want fried food occasionally without heating a full-size fryer, not larger households wanting to fry a whole meal at once.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers were happy with taste and how well the fryer held temperature for solo or couple-size portions, but several were clear that it only cooks one or two pieces of fried chicken or a single serving of fries at a time, and one reviewer said the small size caught them off guard.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Holds cooking temperature reliably according to reviewers
- Locking basket handle for safer lifting
- Small footprint and less oil used than a full-size fryer
- Basket capacity suits only one to two servings
- Not large enough for whole pieces of fried chicken
- Its small size surprised buyers who skipped the description
Specifications
| Brand | Salton |
|---|---|
| Model | DF1539 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.25 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9.4 × 8.2 × 7.4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Oil Capacity | 4.2 cups |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 800 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Stainer |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | Deep Fryer |
| Part Number | 3379490 |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in deep fryers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salton Stainless Steel Construction Compact Deep FryerThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 560 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Presto 05420 FryDaddy Electric Deep FryerPresto | 4.6 / 5 | 30,100 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer with Basket and LidHamilton Beach | 4.5 / 5 | 3,200 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet EDF2100 Electric Immersion Deep Fryer Removable Basket Adjustable…Elite Gourmet | 4.1 / 5 | 6,800 | 4.3 / 5 |
| T-fal 3.5L Stainless Steel Deep Fryer with Basket for Home UseT-Fal | 4.4 / 5 | 22,400 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the Salton DF1539
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much food does the Salton DF1539 fry at once?
Its 1-quart oil capacity fits about one to two servings, such as a single portion of fries or a couple of chicken strips.
What safety features does it have?
A breakaway magnetic cord and a wire basket with a locking handle are the safety-relevant design points.
What wattage is this fryer?
It runs at 800 watts with a variable dial for adjusting oil temperature.