Weeknight pick
The Air Fryer I'd Buy Today: Ninja Air Fryer Pro
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If I was buying an air fryer today, I'd get the Ninja Air Fryer Pro. It's five quarts, the controls are straightforward, and it goes up to 400°F. It air fries, roasts, reheats, and dehydrates, and the basket fits up to four pounds of fries or five pounds of wings.
My pick: Ninja Air Fryer Pro (AF141)
KitchenNinja Air Fryer ProCheck price on Amazon- 5 quartsNonstick basket
- 1750 wattsEveryday power
- Up to 400°FAir Crisp heating
- 4 functionsAir fry, roast, reheat, dehydrate
- Up to 4 lb friesOr 5 lb of wings
- Easy cleanupNonstick basket and crisper plate
Who it's for
It's a good fit for one or two people, snacks, wings, and leftover reheating. A solid weeknight gift, or just a better Tuesday.
Who should get something else
If you're feeding four every night, you'll be batching in this basket. Size up to the Instant Pot Vortex Plus 6QT instead.
Quick pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Four functions in one compact unit | Smaller basket than a 6-quart |
| Fits a decent batch of fries or wings | Some people find it a little loud |
| Straightforward controls, easy to clean | Families of four will likely run batches |