Ninja — Air Fryer

The Ninja — Air Fryer lands at #2 for its subcategory, with a Quality Score of 4.7/5. That score blends its 4.7-star rating across 90,442 reviews, its sales rank, and how much product you get per dollar.

What you're getting

• MAX CRISP TECHNOLOGY: Delivers up to 450°F of superheated air for faster, hotter, and extra-crispy results using little to no oil—perfect for fries, wings, and more. Achieve that golden crunch with rapid air circulation. ​
• 6-IN-1 COOKING FUNCTIONS: Includes Max Crisp, Air Fry, Air Roast, Bake, Reheat, and Dehydrate a complete countertop solution for healthier, oil-free meals.
• XL CAPACITY AIR FRYER: The 6.5-quart nonstick basket and crisper plate hold up to 5 lbs. of French fries or 9 lbs. of chicken wings ideal for family meals, game day, and meal prepping.
• COOKS FROZEN FOODS FAST: Go from frozen to crispy in minutes with powerful Max Crisp settings no need to thaw. Get a restaurant-style finish straight from the freezer.
• SPACE-SAVING DESIGN: The compact footprint of the Ninja AF181 fits seamlessly on your countertop without sacrificing its generous capacity ideal for smaller kitchens.
• GUILT-FREE, HEALTHY FRIED FOODS: Enjoy the indulgence of fried food with up to 75% less fat compared to traditional deep frying. Tested against hand-cut, deep-fried French fries for proven healthier results.
• EASY TO CLEAN: Both the air fryer basket and removable crisper plate are nonstick and dishwasher safe for effortless cleanup after every meal.
• WHAT’S INCLUDED: The Ninja AF181 Air Fryer, 6.5-qt. nonstick basket, crisper plate, a 20-recipe chef-created cookbook, and detailed cooking charts to get you started.

Price & history

It currently runs $120.

Value vs. the field

Against the rest of the shortlist, it's pricier than 2 and cheaper than 5 of the 7 competitors we ranked. It's a premium choice; you're paying up for the brand and features, not value.