This means that, no matter which model you choose, you’ll have the same maximum cooking capacity for your favorite meals. If you're on the hunt for an air fryer, you've probably come across plenty of plastic pod-shaped models. Indeed, using this air fry function you can make any type of fried treats like chicken wings, french fries, chips, or fish fillets. The KitchenAid won this test with an average reading of 350 F on the nose and with very little fluctuation. Although both systems cook food with hot air breeze, the true convection system is a little bit different from the convection system.

Ninja DT251 Foodi 10-in-1 Smart XL Air Fry Oven, Bake, Broil

If you are in a small family and looking for a standalone air fryer, then Ninja AF101 or AF161 will be sufficient for you. Broiling: I'm a big broiler person, especially for fish but also for things like mac and cheese, certain chicken recipes and anything else I want a crispy crust on top of.It also keeps an accurate and consistent heat throughout cooking and has an impressive air fryer function.

Ninja DT251 Foodi 10-in-1 Smart XL Air Fry Oven, Bake, Broil Ninja DT251 Foodi 10-in-1 Smart XL Air Fry Oven, Bake, Broil

All you need to do is set the temperature according to the recipe and insert the thermometer into the meaty part of the protein (chicken, meat). This Smart Oven is large, for better or worse, but that bulbous cooking capacity makes it a more versatile machine than the Ninja. They look very similar and share many features, but there are also significant differences that might be important depending on your needs and preferences.With the exception of the Ninja (more on this in a second), there is nothing particularly unusual about caring for or cleaning these ovens. In the past, I have tested several air fryers claiming to be XL, saying that they accommodate a 9×13 pan, but most fail to prove it during actual use. The truth is, to get those 2 pans very clean, it took 2 washings and moderately vigorous use of the "green, non-woven abrasive) surface" of a fresh , usual green and yellow sponge.

Ninja DT251 Foodi 10-In-1 XL PRO Air Fryer Oven [Review]

The Breville and Crux also did well with good browning and crispy skin, while the KitchenAid finished sixth and the Calphalon seventh with not enough browning or crispiness for my taste. The only real downsides of this air fryer are the absence of a rotisserie function and difficulty in cleaning. The Cuisinart also nailed the wing test, but I actually had to pull them after about 25 minutes because they were fully done. I set the Ninja to a slightly lower temp (390 F) per its manual and in eight minutes had perfect fries (a very close second place and it likely would have won or tied if I'd set it to 450 F). Bought this oven as I wanted to replace my Power XL unit that was starting to die (after only 3 years).The Ninja Foodi DT201 convection 10 in 1 XL Air fryer toaster oven, features a variety of functions that provide convenient cooking options including baking, broiling, roasting, browning, crisping and warming. Whether you want to prepare a full meal or need to finish off a batch of chips or other snacks this Ninja Foodi DT251 XL Air is always there to help you.