If you’re searching for the best Ninja air fryer, you're in good company. The brand has become globally famous for air frying, offering everything from compact models to ultra-large, dual-zone, and multifunctional options. They’re sleek, fast, and stylish, and the best Ninja air fryers continue to push the envelope with bigger and better designs.
After testing countless of the best air fryers, Ninja is the only brand I keep in my own kitchen. The Ninja Crispi is my personal favorite – it saves space and uses clean glass materials – and I’m also a fan of the Ninja Pro, the best non-toxic air fryer with a ceramic coating.
That said, not every Ninja air fryer has passed my rigorous tests with flying colors. As a trained cook, I have high standards – even for basics like fries and nuggets – because the right air fryer makes all the difference in achieving effortless, perfectly crispy results. After hours of hands-on testing, I’ve put together a definitive guide to the best Ninja air fryers. Here’s my expert breakdown of which ones are worth your investment.
The Hot List
If you're looking for the headlines, here's a quick list of the best Ninja air fryers on the market. You'll find more details on the pros, cons, and how to choose the right model for you further down the page.
Easy to use, effective, and no-fuss. The Ninja Pro is the best in the lineup. It's perfect for anyone looking to enjoy deliciously crispy, air-fried food without breaking the bank.
You can stack up to four different ingredients in this Ninja tower. It's slender, super fast and the baskets are dishwasher-safe for the speediest clean-up.
Sleek, stackable and small – but mighty. We love the portable technology and glass design of the Ninja Crispi. It's also available in pastel mint and baby pink.
If you have a big kitchen, you can save money on this chunkier, horizontal take on the Ninja Double Stack above. It's capacious, very quick and much cheaper than the newer option.
This Ninja air fryer could replace every appliance in your kitchen. It can toast, bake, roast, steam, proof, cook rice or pasta, slow cook, sous vide... and more. It's pretty big though.
This is a beautiful, practical design. It's more versatile than the original above, with a 6QT glass container that's large enough to roast a whole 8lb chicken with vegetables for 10 people, all while doubling up as a dish for prepping, cooking, serving, and storing.
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Best Ninja air fryer overall
The Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4-in-1 is the best air fryer I’ve ever tested. It’s one of the more basic models in Ninja’s lineup, but don’t let that fool you – it’s thoughtfully designed, incredibly easy to use, and delivers crispy, delicious results fast. The best part? It does all that without breaking the bank.
First, let's talk design. It’s cute and compact (not much taller than my kettle), so it won’t hog counter space. But inside, there's a surprisingly spacious 5-quart basket that can handle up to 4 lbs of food. That's perfect for couples or small families, but if you have more mouths to feed, Ninja also makes an XL 6-quart version (which comes with Bake and Max Crisp functions).
The smaller model has four everyday cooking modes (Air Fry, Roast, Reheat, and Dehydrate). I loved the large digital timer, which is clear enough to read from across the kitchen. Even better, it's a non-toxic air fryer with a ceramic-coated crisper plate. That's a huge win for health-conscious cooks like me, ensuring safe cooking and effortless cleaning.
Now, the real test: the food. The Ninja Air Fryer Pro passed with flying colors, turning out perfectly golden, crispy fries, and juicy, well-cooked chicken in record time. And cleanup was a total breeze. The food residue rinses right off with hot, soapy water, and the plate is even dishwasher-safe (though I always hand-wash for longevity). Sure, it doesn’t have high-end features like steak-searing or baking, but for everyday air frying, it’s an absolute steal.
Read my full Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4-in-1 review for more details.
Best Ninja air fryer for families
Ninja’s Double Stack air fryer is remarkably sleek and slender, but it can feed a crowd. That's because each basket contains two cooking levels, allowing you to cook up to four different ingredients simultaneously. On my first test, I cooked French fries, chicken thighs, courgettes, and green beans all at once. With minimal involvement and no preheating required, dinner was ready in 20 minutes. Truly a game-changer for busy families, tired individuals, and anyone with a limited kitchen.
You can sync the two drawers, so every element of your meal will finish together. Afterwards, you can place both drawers and the crisper plates into the dishwasher, for effortless cleanup.
The only downside was some instances of uneven cooking on the top rack. My courgettes at the front of the drawer got a lot crisper than the ones at the back. However, this can be prevented by shuffling your ingredients around the rack and flipping two or three times, until everything is evenly golden.
I also knocked some points off for the high price tag. The chunkier, horizontal version called the Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 (featured below) is practically identical in terms of functions – however, the quick, delicious results and easy cleanup still make this my top choice for families. I can forgive its small flaws - I begged to keep this air fryer after testing, and now I use it every single day.
My Ninja Double Stack Air Fryer review covers all the details.
Best space-saving / portable Ninja air fryer
The Ninja Crispi has just hit the market, and our product tester, Camryn, has plenty of positive things to say about it. As the first portable air fryer of its kind, it absolutely deserves a spot in our guide to the best Ninja air fryers.
One of Camryn's favorite features is the glass bowl, which allows you to watch your food crisp up in real-time. This mirrors the impressive technology I loved when I tested the Fritaire glass bowl air fryer, but unlike the Fritaire – where the air frying function fell short – the Ninja Crispi excels at delivering crispy, golden perfection.
With minimal oil, Camryn created crispy French fries, chicken wings, and salmon. 'I love the stackable and interchangeable cooking bowls,' she says. 'You can swap between different sizes to suit your meal – whether it’s a single portion of lunch or a family-sized batch of fries. This thoughtful design borrows elements from Ninja’s best blenders and food processors, ensuring home-cook-friendly flexibility. There are easy-grip handles and lids for portability.'
Theoretically, you can take this portable blender around with you, from the office (though we wouldn’t recommend frying fish there, unless you want fewer friends) or at a family gathering. However, Camryn says it’s a bit hefty for tossing into a backpack. At almost 16 lbs, it's equivalent to carrying a bowling ball or a large pack of dog food around. In terms of measurements, it’s actually not much smaller than the Ninja Air Fryer Pro, which tops our list. If portability or a glass cooking window isn’t a priority for you, the cheaper Ninja Air Fryer Pro might be a better option. However, if you love watching your food crisp up in real time and need an on-the-go air fryer, the Ninja Crispi is a game-changer.
Read more in our full Ninja Crispi review
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If you've got space for a horizontal, dual-zone model in your kitchen – this is a brilliant choice. This is the air fryer we kept in our team test kitchen, and when our experts are off-duty, this is the machine we all reach for. It's essentially a wider version of the DoubleStack above, but it's priced under $200 (and often on sale for even less). If you want to keep your bank balance in check, this is a good option.
Our lead tester, Millie, has tried all five functions – broil, roast, reheat, dehydrate, and bake. This super smart model can air fry in one drawer, whilst baking or roasting in the others. If you're making a meal like fajitas, which requires fried chicken and roasted vegetables, you'll wonder what you ever did without this.
We were most impressed by the 450°F temperature limit, which is incredibly high. When we cooked frozen chicken and bacon, they were ready in minutes. We particularly liked the crisper plates which ensure that every crumb was crisped up and cooked right through. It's super speedy and can cook two different foods at the same time, just like the latest DoubleStack.
When it came to clean up, these drawers are both dishwasher safe, minimizing how messy your post-meal clean up will get. Where the 6-in-1 falls down is on it's chunky size – it takes up so much space.
Read more in my Ninja Foodi DZ401 6-in-1 XL 2-Basket Air Fryer review.
Best multifunctional Ninja air fryer
In my time as a kitchen appliances tester, I've seen it all. I've tested the steamers, slow cookers, air fryers, toaster ovens, and countertop ovens. The Ninja Combi Multicooker condenses all these functions (and more) into one, simple appliance.
The Ninja Combi offers enormous capacity and twelve different cooking functions – from roasting to air frying. It heats up quickly and consistently produces perfectly crisped foods, from homemade fries to roasted vegetables. Our expert tester, Laura, used it to bake cakes and bread, too. She said: 'I loved the glass window, which lets you keep an eye on your food as it cooks, reducing the risk of burnt or overcooked food.'
That said, Ninja’s presets may require a little tweaking to avoid overcooking in the first place. We also found that it got pretty hot underneath, which was a tad concerning. It's also enormous, so again, if you're just looking to air fryer have a look at smaller contenders on this list.
Finally, we have to give extra points for the fact that the Ninja Combi is a non-toxic air fryer. The baskets and trays are made from aluminum and coated in non-stick enamel and ceramic (considered safer, non-toxic alternatives to non-stick coatings like Teflon). For anyone looking for a non-toxic air fryer to minimize exposure to potentially harmful chemicals, options like this are ideal.
You can read more in our full review of the Ninja Combi Multicooker.
Best design Ninja air fryer
The Ninja Crispi Pro 6-in-1 Countertop Glass Air Fryer is larger than the original Ninja Crispi, and it comes with some versatile parts – a 1800-watt cooking unit, an adjustable base, a 6-quart and a 2.5-quart glass container, two non-stick crisper plates, and two storage lids.
Ninja says, 'All food-contact surfaces are designed without PFAS and PTFE, are dishwasher safe, and resist thermal shock' – which is a major plus in our book, as we much prefer the best non-toxic air fryers for cooking with peace of mind.
Our tester, Tobey, was thrilled by the spacious glass design and impressed by the food. She said: 'I got gorgeous fries on the first try that were hot and crunchy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside. Then, crispy chicken cutlets and beautiful jerky snacks. I loved the intelligent controls. Just press the power button, use the knob to toggle to one of the 6 functions, then adjust the time and temperature to your precise needs. You can also modify the temperature while it's cooking, which I found wildly helpful.'
Tobey's main criticism is: 'Both sized containers have the same amount of surface space, which is fine for one or two people, but not great for larger families or households. And that goes for toast as well. I could fit two pieces in both the small and large bowls, and I had to cook the bread twice, once on each side, to get them properly toasted.' All that to say, if you want to grill and toast, you should look for a toaster-oven-style model like the Ninja Combi Multicooker, above.
Read more in our full Ninja Crispi review
Ninja Air Fryer Alternatives
However, don't think that this page is just an advert for Ninja. We like their products, but they're far from the only game in town. In fact, Ninja comes in at number 4 in our guide to the best air fryers. There are plenty of other air fryers well worth considering:
This used to be our favorite air fryer of all time, but it has been pipped to the post by the launch of the Ninja Air Fryer Pro. We still love the viewing window and odor neutralizer that saves your kitchen from the smell of fried food.
Our Instant Vortex review has more details.
We were pleasantly surprised by Drew Barrymore's Beautiful air fryer, and it's rarely more than $80. We also love the sleek, pastel colors; a real departure from Ninja's more utilitarian designs.
Our Beautiful 6-Quart Digital Air Fryer review has more details.
This is the sleekest, most sauve air fryer we’ve ever tested. We were impressed by the curved edges, modern touchscreen, and unique dual-drawer design, offering both small and large compartments.
Read more in our Philips 3000 Series Dual Basket review has more information.
How to choose the best Ninja air fryer for you:
There are a few different types of Ninja air fryers to choose from, but all of them work in a similar way. Here's my breakdown of the different options and who they suit:
Small single-basket Ninja air fryers: Ranging from four to five quarts, this size will suit most individuals, couples, or small families, who want make fries or snacks without taking up much counter space. They are also easy to hide away in cupboards when not in use. We always recommend square-shaped basket air fryers, since they maximize on cooking space.
Large single-basket Ninja air fryers: The next size up will cover 6 to 7 quarts. This allows you to cook bigger portions for around 4-5 people, so it's a good choice for families. They tend to come with more functions (like grilling or baking) and they naturally take up more countertop space.
Dual basket Ninja air fryers: If you want to make a full meal in the air fryer, you need two baskets. This design allows you to cook two different dishes at once and keep the flavors separate. They can usually contain up to 10 quarts, which suits busy families, couples, or hungry individuals.
Multifunctional Ninja air fryers: If your kitchen is cluttered with multiple appliances, you could replace them with a combi fryer. Ninja has an array of toaster ovens and slow-cooker combos, but our favorite is the Ninja Combi Multicooker. We don't really rate the others. We also love the Woodfire Grill, which can sizzle burgers or kebabs, bake bread, and air-fry vegetables outdoors – but it will cost you a pretty penny for all those functions.
If you're looking for a multifunctional appliance to save space and money, we talk about this in detail in our guide to air fryers vs toaster ovens.
How we tested these Ninja air fryers
Sausages in the Ninja double stack
To test the best air fryers on the market, we focus on exceptional cooking performance. As a team of trained cooks, product testers and appliance experts, we rigorously test each model by air-frying frozen fries, chicken wings, and roasted vegetables. During our taste tests, we seek food that’s perfectly crispy on the outside and tender within. Having tested the market leaders, we’re familiar with the industry benchmarks.
Ease of use is key, so our tests evaluate the intuitiveness of controls, basket design, instruction booklet, and the accuracy of recipe presets. We also explore special features, like grilling and dehydrating, to assess versatility. While cooking, we make notes on capacity – essential for those looking for family-sized air fryers.
Since cleaning can be a hassle, we check if the removable parts are easy to wash, whether by hand or in the dishwasher. We also examine materials for non-toxicity and durability. After testing, we scour the web for the best and worst customer reviews to assess the air fryer's reliability and overall customer satisfaction.
Finally, when you're making a kitchen investment, price really matters, so we weigh up the features and performance to see if it offers good value for money. Ultimately, our goal is to ensure you choose an air fryer that looks stylish in your kitchen, as well as being reliable, efficient, and a joy to use.
Ninja air fryer FAQs
Where should you buy the best Ninja air fryers?
For the best Ninja deals, Ninja Kitchen’s official website often has exclusive bundles and discount codes when you subscribe to their newsletter. Amazon is great for fast delivery, competitive pricing, and Black Friday price drops. Walmart often provides rollback discounts on Ninja's older models, and in-store pickup for convenience. If you're looking for comparison, I track the prices of all the brands we rate in my monthly guide to the best air fryer deals.
Are Ninja air fryer baskets dishwasher safe?
Ninja air fryers are usually dishwasher safe, although Ninja recommends washing by hand instead to protect the non-stick lining and make the air fryer last longer. However, if you're in a crunch, you can put the basket and plates of the Ninja Crispi, Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 XL, Ninja DoubleStack and Ninja Air Fryer Pro in the dishwasher.
Are Ninja air fryers non-toxic?
When we spoke to expert toxicologists, they reassured us that most air fryers are non-toxic, as long as you take care not to scratch or damage the non-stick coating. However, if you're worried, the Ninja Air Fryer Pro and the Ninja Combi Multicooker are both coated with ceramic non-stick alternatives, which is free of the forever chemicals associated with toxicity. Those two Ninja air fryers are among our top picks for the best non-toxic air fryers.
