This page is for people who have already settled on Ninja and want to know which model to buy. The seven Ninja air fryers below run from a 4.7 litre single basket to a 10.4 litre drawer, plus a glass model and a grill combo, and each is rated 4.6 stars or higher.
Ninja names tell you more than they seem to: the litre figure is the capacity, two drawers or Dual Zone means two independent cooking zones, and XL and XXXL mark size steps. If you are open to other brands, our general air fryer guide compares more.
Best Ninja air fryer overall: Ninja Foodi Dual Zone 7.6L
Best Ninja air fryer overall: the Ninja Foodi Dual Zone 7.6L, because its two independent 3.8L baskets cook two foods two ways at once and it has the most ratings of any Ninja air fryer here.
The listing describes Dual Zone technology that lets you Match or Sync your cooking: sync settings across both zones for double the capacity, or set each zone separately so both foods finish together. There are six preset programs: Max Crisp, Air Fry, Air Roast, Reheat, Dehydrate and Bake, and the listing says you can cook from frozen or fresh. The baskets and crisping plates are described as non stick and ceramic coated, and the listing says the crisper plates are dishwasher safe. It holds 4.7 stars from 950 ratings, the most of any Ninja here.
It suits a household that cooks a main and a side together on weeknights. The honest catch: check the model dimensions against your available bench space.
Best for big families: Ninja XXXL FlexDrawer 10.4L
Best for big families: the Ninja XXXL FlexDrawer 10.4L, because its 10.4 litre MegaZone drawer is the largest stated drawer capacity here and it has the joint highest rating.
The listing describes a 10.4 litre MegaZone drawer for larger proteins or entire meals, and says it feeds 8 plus people. Add the removable divider and it becomes two independent baskets. There are seven programs, including Proof, and two heating fans that the listing says cook a whole meal 40% faster than a traditional oven. A chef created recipe guide is included. It holds 4.8 stars from 281 ratings.
It suits a big family that cooks a whole meal in one go. The honest catch: it is large and costs well above the smaller Ninja models, so check your bench before you buy.
Best for small kitchens and budgets: Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4.7L
Best for small kitchens and budgets: the Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4.7L, because it is the lowest priced Ninja air fryer on this page and still has four cooking functions.
The listing says the 4.7L non stick basket and crisper plate fit up to 1.8kg of French fries or 2.3kg of chicken wings, and that 210°C superheated air gives crispy results with little to no oil. It describes a space saver drawer that feeds up to 3 people, or you can cook enough for 1. The listing says the crisper plates are dishwasher safe. It holds 4.7 stars from 157 ratings.
It suits a single person, a couple or a small kitchen. The honest catch: it has one basket, so it cannot cook two foods two ways at once.
Best single basket for a family: Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL 6.2L
Best single basket for a family: the Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL 6.2L, because it adds a bigger 6.2L basket and six cooking functions for a small step up in price over the Pro.
The listing says the 6.2L non stick basket and crisper plate fit up to 2.3kg of French fries or 4kg of chicken wings, with Max Crisp technology at 230°C. It describes the latest Ninja design as saving more bench top space without compromising capacity. The listing says the crisper plates are dishwasher safe. It holds 4.7 stars from 195 ratings.
It suits a family that wants one large basket and a simple layout. The honest catch: one basket cannot give two foods separate cooking settings.
Best for saving bench space: Ninja DoubleStack XXXL 9.5L
Best for saving bench space: the Ninja DoubleStack XXXL 9.5L, because its two drawers stack to give 9.5L in a narrower footprint.
The listing says it cooks double the food in nearly half the space, fits under standard cabinets and is 30% slimmer than traditional 2 drawer air fryers. Smart Finish makes two foods finish at the same time, and Match Cook copies settings across zones for full 9.5L meals. The listing says it can cook two 2.3kg chickens at once and feed up to 8 people. The item weight is 10.3 kilograms. It holds 4.7 stars from 129 ratings.
It suits a family with a tight benchtop and a cabinet overhead. The honest catch: it costs more than the Foodi Dual Zone, and although the listing says it fits under standard cabinets, measure yours if they sit low.
Best glass air fryer: Ninja Crispi 4 in 1 Glass Air Fryer
Best glass air fryer: the Ninja Crispi 4 in 1 Glass Air Fryer, because it cooks in two borosilicate glass containers that come with storage lids.
The listing describes a PowerPod with a 3.8L and a 1.4L CleanCrisp glass container. The 4 quart size is about 3.8 litres. The 1.4L container cooks a personal sized meal in 7 minutes, and the 3.8L fits a 1.2kg chicken and veggies. It says the borosilicate glassware is thermal shock resistant and can go from frozen to crispy in minutes, with permanently fixed heat safe feet. The box includes a removable container adaptor, 2 storage lids and crisper plates. It holds 4.6 stars from 113 ratings.
It suits a small household or a cook who wants glass. The honest catch: its largest container is 3.8L, which is small for a family, and it has the lowest rating here, though still strong.
Best grill and air fryer combo: Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill and Air Fryer
Best grill and air fryer combo: the Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill and Air Fryer, because it grills, air fries and roasts in one 5.7L unit with a 4.8 star rating.
The listing describes six cooker functions: grill, air fry, roast, bake, dehydrate and broil, with touchscreen controls and pre set programs. The grill grate fits up to 6 steaks or 24 hot dogs, and a 3.8 litre crisper basket is included. Cyclonic Air Technology circulates air up to 260°C, with no need to flip, and the listing calls it virtually smoke free. The listing says dishwasher safe but does not name which parts. It holds 4.8 stars from 270 ratings.
It suits someone who wants steaks and sausages as well as chips. The honest catch: it is a grill first, so it is not the pick if you only want a basket air fryer. Our electric grill guide covers grills on their own.
How to choose a Ninja air fryer
Match the litres to your household
The Air Fryer Pro 4.7L suits one to three people, according to its listing. The Pro XL 6.2L is built for a family basket. The Foodi Dual Zone 7.6L, the DoubleStack 9.5L and the FlexDrawer 10.4L step up from there: the DoubleStack listing says up to 8 people and the FlexDrawer listing says 8 plus people.
One basket or two zones
A single basket is simpler and cheaper. Two zones let you cook a main and a side with different times and temperatures, and finish together. The Foodi Dual Zone and DoubleStack have two drawers, while the FlexDrawer is one big drawer that becomes two zones with its divider.
How to read Ninja air fryer model names
Foodi, Pro and Crispi are range names. The number plus L is the capacity in litres. XL and XXXL mark bigger sizes and no model here is called XXL, FlexDrawer and DoubleStack name the drawer layout, and a name such as Crispi 4 in 1 counts functions, so check the listing for what is in the box.
Functions and temperature
The listings name Max Crisp, Air Fry, Air Roast, Reheat, Dehydrate, Bake and, on the FlexDrawer, Proof. Top air temperatures in the listings are 210°C on the Pro, 230°C on the Pro XL and 260°C on the Smart XL Grill. If dehydrating matters most, our food dehydrator guide covers dedicated machines.
Bench space and cabinet height
Measure before you buy. The DoubleStack is designed to take less benchtop room, the Pro XL listing describes saving bench top space, and the listings for the other models do not tell you how much room they take, so check each model's dimensions against your bench.
Ratings and rating counts
Every model here is rated 4.6 to 4.8. The Foodi Dual Zone has the largest sample at 950 ratings, while the Smart XL Grill, DoubleStack, Pro XL, Pro, Crispi and FlexDrawer counts run from 113 to 281, so treat small differences in stars with care.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Ninja air fryer any good?
Ninja is a safe place to start: all seven models on this page rate between 4.6 and 4.8 stars. The Ninja Foodi Dual Zone has the biggest sample, 950 ratings at 4.7. The quickest way to narrow them down is capacity and drawers, so match the litres to your household first.
Which Ninja air fryer should I buy?
For most households buy the Ninja Foodi Dual Zone 7.6L. Choose the XXXL FlexDrawer 10.4L for a big family, the Air Fryer Pro 4.7L for one to three people or a small kitchen, and the Air Fryer Pro XL 6.2L if you want one big basket. Pick on litres and drawers.
What is the difference between the Ninja Dual Zone and the XXXL FlexDrawer?
The Foodi Dual Zone has two independent 3.8L baskets, 7.6 litres in total. The XXXL FlexDrawer has one 10.4 litre MegaZone drawer, and a removable divider turns it into two independent zones. The FlexDrawer adds a seventh program, Proof, and the listing says it feeds 8 plus people.
Is the Ninja DoubleStack worth it?
It is worth it if bench space is the problem. The listing says the DoubleStack XXXL cooks double the food in nearly half the space, fits under standard cabinets and is 30% slimmer than traditional 2 drawer air fryers, with 9.5L for up to 8 people. It costs more than the Foodi Dual Zone.
What is the Ninja Crispi glass air fryer?
The Ninja Crispi 4 in 1 is a portable glass air fryer built around a PowerPod. The box has a 3.8L glass container that fits a 1.2kg chicken and veggies, a 1.4L one that cooks a personal sized meal in 7 minutes, and two storage lids. It is the pick for glass.
What is the difference between the Ninja Air Fryer Pro and Pro XL?
Both are single basket models. The Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4.7L has four cooking functions and 210°C air, and the listing says it fits up to 1.8kg of fries. The Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL 6.2L has six functions and 230°C Max Crisp air, fitting up to 2.3kg of fries or 4kg of wings.
Is the Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill a good air fryer?
The Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill and Air Fryer is a grill and an air fryer in one. The listing describes six functions: grill, air fry, roast, bake, dehydrate and broil, a grill grate for up to 6 steaks or 24 hot dogs, and a 3.8 litre crisper basket. Choose it to grill as well.
What can you cook in a Ninja air fryer?
The listings name air fry, air roast, bake, reheat and dehydrate, and the FlexDrawer adds proof. They mention fries and chicken wings, whole chickens, and on the Smart XL Grill steaks and hot dogs. Several listings say you can cook from frozen or fresh. The Foodi Dual Zone and FlexDrawer cook two foods at once.
Which Ninja air fryers should you skip?
Every Ninja here rates 4.6 or higher, so the risk is a mismatch. Skip the Air Fryer Pro for a big family, the Smart XL Grill if you only want a basket, and the Crispi for large batches. Model codes such as AF101, AF400UK and AF451UK are not on this page, so check the litres and name on any listing.
