Ninja vs Cosori: who makes the best air fryers and ovens?

In the battle for the best air fryer on the market there is one comparison drawn over and over again: Ninja vs Cosori. Both brands make a range of high-quality, smart air fryers and countertop ovens. These cater to a range of households, but which is better?

Our team of experts have reviewed nearly every Ninja on the market. We've also tested our fair share of Cosoris too, so if you want the experts' verdicts on which you should buy, you're in the right place.

We've compared their best air fryers and countertop ovens. So, if you're trying to narrow down the best air fryers on the market, we've done all the hard work done for you.

What's the difference between Ninja and Cosori?

Ninja is best for big families: Ninja air fryers stand out for their dual-zone cooking technology. The Ninja Foodi and Ninja Double Stack are great for preparing two dishes simultaneously with separate temperature controls. This makes them ideal for big families who need to feed a crowd. Their smaller air fryers (starting at 2 quarts) are often round baskets, which are not super space-efficient.

Ninja also offer models with ceramic-coated air fryer baskets, which are celebrated for being non-toxic. You can read our guide to the best non-toxic air fryers, here.

Cosori is better for couples or smaller families who like smart tech: Cosori, on the other hand, is best known for the powerful, but affordable TurboBlaze range. They are medium size, with square baskets that maximize cooking space. We loved this brand for crispier food at a lower price point. Cosori air fryers can also integrate with smart-home devices like Alexa and Google Assistant for added convenience, so if that's your thing, you'll prefer this brand.

Both Ninja and Cosori are offering some 'limited-time deals' for the holiday season. I've listed the best bargains below – you'll find more comparison points between each model further down the page.

Ninja Dual vs Cosori Blaze II

Winner: Ninja

Busy households will appreciate air fryers that can do it all. The Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 Dual Basket air fryer can cook two separate meals at the same time. They can sync finish, meaning you can make hasty, tasty food. The Cosori is also great, and we love the smart functionality, but the Ninja holds more food, cooks faster, quieter, and costs less.

We've put their specifications against each other in a table, but that doesn't tell the full story, so if you want to know more about their functions, there's more information further down.

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Ninja Max XL vs Cosori Lite

Winner: Ninja

If you're short on space, you can still own an excellent air fryer. Our favorite brand of the two is Ninja. The ironically-named Ninja Max XL is great for smaller spaces because it takes up surprisingly little space for a 5.5 quart air fryer. It's very fast, non-toxic, and simply makes better food than the Cosori. However, the Cosori is slightly smaller, quieter, and easier to use. Both Ninja and Cosori make top-quality, compact appliances. If you need to choose between the two, here's everything you need to know.

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Ninja Foodi Flip vs Cosori Smart Oven

Winner: Cosori

Toaster ovens are brilliant compact options if you're looking for an appliance that can do more than just air fry. They tend to demand more space on the countertop, but if you'll use every function, toaster ovens are excellent, hard-working appliances. We think Cosori wins here. It's very straightforward; their toaster oven can do everything Ninja's can, but much more besides, with room for a small chicken that the Ninja can't match.

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Black Friday shopping advice

Watch for Bundles: Retailers often bundle air fryers with accessories, like baking pans and skewer racks, which can increase the value for both Ninja and Cosori models.

Look for Price Drops on Last Year’s Models: While the latest models like the Ninja DZ550 and Cosori TurboBlaze may be discounted, older models often receive even steeper price cuts without sacrificing much in performance​cookindocs.com​Hunker.

Compare Dual-Zone vs. Single-Zone: Dual-zone air fryers like the Ninja Foodi are popular but can be pricier. If you don't need this feature, consider single-basket models to save money.

Shop Early: Inventory for high-demand items like air fryers can sell out quickly during Black Friday, so monitor deals early and be ready to purchase

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Final thoughts

You can't go wrong with a Ninja or Cosori appliance: we like them both for different reasons. If we had to choose the best for families, the Ninja Foodi and its DualZone technology would win the battle. For a compact option, the Ninja XL, even though it's a little bigger, is more consistent and competent than the Cosori. However, with the toaster ovens, Cosori has a more diverse offering and it can cook a rotisserie chicken. That's a deal breaker for most people.