
Ninja - Foodi 6-in-1 Indoor Grill & 4-Quart Air Fryer
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I’ve not tried the Gourmia (got one for my coworker though and he loves it), but I did recently upgrade to the basic 4 qt ninja and I love it so much! It’s definitely more powerful than my old one, so much easier to clean, a lot quieter, and the button beeps/food ready beeps are much quieter, which I enjoy for late night heating
Costco • Has anyone tried the Gourmia air fryer oven? ->Yes, the Ninja Foodi is one of the best air fryers. It has great feedback and reviews.
Cooking • What is the best air fryer ? ->Same, I did just purchase a stainless steel pot because my nonstick coating was starting to chip. Otherwise the things been trouble free.
BuyItForLife • Best Air Fryers to Buy? ->We have the regular 6-in-1, not the xl. I seriously considered upgrading to the 10-in-1 but it is considerably heavier. We only use the air fryer and grill functions, but the griddle is tempting.
RVLiving • air fryer recommendations? ->The Ninja grill + airfryer combo. Apart from air frying, I've grilled steaks and chicken in it and it's damn good
askSingapore • Any good air fryer to recommend ? ->Fyi the price on the Ninja website is always v high. Can wait for it to go on sale on Shopee etc. Sometimes brick and mortar shops like Harvey Norman have sales too.
askSingapore • Any good air fryer to recommend ? ->Ninja Foodi, has an air fryer function built in that works great
airfryer • My air fryer went to the big kitchen in t... ->I have the 4-qt Ninja air fryer and love it. Bought it on FB marketplace several years ago and use it several times a week. Never had any issues.
airfryer • Looking for recommendations on a new air ... ->Love my Nina foodi, aside from the size of it
airfryer • Don't believe America's Test Kitchen, the... ->I just bought a Ninja Foodi, love it
airfryer • My air fryer went to the big kitchen in t... ->Ninja Foodi I love mine so much.
airfryer • My air fryer went to the big kitchen in t... ->Glad to see this and I wanted to echo the same. We’ve had our Ninja Foodi for 6 years and use it 2x a week at a minimum. It will die eventually, but I definitely feel it’s a worthwhile buy.
BuyItForLife • Can you recommend a BIFL air fryer? ->My Ninja Foodi came with a non-stick pot, but I bought a replacement stainless steel pot on Amazon. I also replaced the non-stick rack with stainless steel. If anyone is concerned about the inner pot it’s easy to replace. Worth a little extra investment to protect our birds.
parrots • PSA For anyone thinking about getting a ni... ->Same here. Just buy a replacement pot and the problem is solved.
parrots • PSA For anyone thinking about getting a ni... ->Ninja Foodi which is both. Both things are very nice to have and very different, to be honest.
Frugal • Air fryer or slow cooker? ->Ninja Foodi! I, too have a very small kitchen and I use my ninja every single day. You can cook just about anything you want in it. I don’t even own a microwave anymore because it’s just as easy to use the Foodi for everything.
Frugal • Air fryer or slow cooker? ->Ninja foodi is amazing. I love the pressure cooking/steam and crisp for frozen chicken breasts, slow cooling big beef roasts on sale, air frying frozen processed foods like nuggets etc etc It can be a little annoying to clean but it’s worth it. My most used household cooking appliance by far
Frugal • Air fryer or slow cooker? ->I’ve never had any problems with any of my Ninja products (bullet, double stack XL, or slushi), but I will say that their instructions are more detailed than most, plus obviously they are more expensive, but I think that has to do a lot with product reputation. The only thing I don’t like about the double stack is that the top rack is so narrow. After finding[ this thread on Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/user/No-Competition-5766/comments/1i5jdq2/air_fryer_models_comparison_spreadsheet/) and comparing the different Ninja models, I think that the Foodi might be a better fit for me. I thought I’d share, though, as you can compare all the different brands.
airfryer • Ninja Double Stack XL — don’t buy it ->A little late to this party, but Ninja Foodi(I think) changed my life. Air fryer, saute, slow and pressure cooker all-in-one
CasualUK • Fellow CasualUKers. Recommend me... An... ->I just got the ninja foodi and it's been great so far.
airfryer • Ninja or Tefal? ->Ninja (in the US at least, I've heard mixed things about UK) should be safe - we have birds and this is a requirement. Double check what you're buying, and ask the manufacturer to be sure. We have the Foodi Grill/Air Fryer, and a Ninja toaster oven. Gourmia was also safe when we got that years ago, not sure if that's still the case.
Appliances • Best non toxic air fryer ->Yeah, this is weird - Ninja in the US has always said the opposite and people recommend them highly for that reason. I can even feel that mine are not like non-stick pans, it's definitely ceramic and not fully non-stick. I wonder if something changed, or if this is one of the things Europe/UK have less health restrictions compared to the US? We have a huge movement of objects being healthier for us, including pans and bakeware made without these chemicals. I feel like I mainly see the PTFE/PFOA-free pans compared to those with, now, even in cheap places like Walmart.
parrots • PSA For anyone thinking about getting a ni... ->The 4qt Ninja air fryer has made the best food I’ve ever had to this day, as the kids say these days, it’s quite the unit.
airfryer • Which air fryer would you buy, or definit... ->Coming back. As someone with two ninja foodi's and have recommended them for about 2 years now. Mine died just recently at the 2 year mark and they wont do anything about it. I have the big one remaining with the thermometer and I hope it lasts.
airfryer • Which air fryer would you buy, or definit... ->I have a Ninja Foodi air fryer that is still going strong after 5 yrs of usage and it is still geting use multiple times a week.
Costco • Air fryer recommendations ->I just got mine last year after my instant pot went kaput and I love it! I was without an oven for thanksgiving and I roasted a chicken in it!
Cooking • I think I'm going to finally break... and ... ->My first foodie lasted 4 years, 2nd one 1 year 😔
Cooking • I think I'm going to finally break... and ... ->I have a Ninja Foodi that has been my primary device for years, bought one of these to combo with it as I couldn't pass up the pricing, and I actually use it more often my Ninja now! Of course there are certain functions that only my Foodi is capable of, but when it comes to plain ol' air frying the Gourmia is great
Costco • Has anyone tried the Gourmia air fryer oven? ->I also have ninja grill air fryer combo but I use inside
carnivore • Air fryer recommendation? ->Ninja Foodi, used multiple times a week since April of 2020
BuyItForLife • Reliable air fryers? ->Okay so ignore me if this is out of budget. Get rid of the slow cooker and instant pot and get the ninja foodi. It has an air fryer, slow cooker, and instant pot settings. Frees up some space and you have a gadget that does all of them.
adhdwomen • If I buy an air fryer, will I regret it? ->I have a Ninja Foodi and I use it a lot! It has an air fryer, pressure cooker, steamer etc and I use most of the functionality it has and it saves me so much time!
adhdwomen • If I buy an air fryer, will I regret it? ->The foodi is the best!
Home • Should I get an air fryer or one pot? ->Check out the Ninja Foodi. We love ours. Makes perfect rice and so much more. Insta pot/pressure cooker, air fryer, slow cooker and rice cooker all in one. The only downside is it’s kinda big because of the extra air fryer lid. The pressure lid is always attached. Also the pot is dishwasher safe and is more ceramic like. Makes better rice than a rice cooker and better pulled pork than a slow cooker.
Home • Should I get an air fryer or one pot? ->My roommates and I recently went with the Ninja 6-in-1 since we cook together a lot and it's been great. I'm a sucker for a simple UX/not overcomplicating things when it comes to kitchen stuff and it seemed like one of the better options on that front. Also have a ninja blender so I know they make decent stuff. Would recommend to just go with the one that fits your intended use. You don't want to get a big bulky one that will stick out on your counter if you don't need to.
airfryer • Best Air Fryer Right Now? Recommendation? ->I agree. Our big oven took a dive, but when I saw I could convection roast a whole chicken in this thing, I went for it. Haven’t even looked at the oven in three months. Got rid of the Gourmia air fryer and my toaster and couldn’t be happier. It does everything, and well.
airfryer • My air fryer went to the big kitchen in t... ->We recently upgraded to one with two baskets and I think it is a game changer. If we were going to cook meat and veggies we would either have to do one after the other or do one in the oven. This way we can do both at once. It also has a feature so if they have two separate cook times, you can hit go and it will wait to start the other basket so they finish at the same time. I have seen some with one big basket and dividers and that would be kind of nice if you had a larger thing to cook. I think we have the Ninja Foodi 6 in 1. Forget if it’s the 8 or 10 quart. Also I would WAIT FOR BLACK FRIDAY DEALS. I feel like there are always so many air fryers on Black Friday. I think we got ours like half off at Target but not 100% sure.
airfryer • My first air fryer. I need some help to c... ->Oh really? I figured there would be more in America but thought it had spread. I guess it also sort of centers around our thanksgiving holiday. Either way sale or not they’re worth it. My gf got one years ago and I thought it was some dumb tik tok fas she was buying into but we honestly use ours like every other day. Can get a nice crisp on things, don’t have to wait for it to preheat, and it’s very nice in the summer (especially if you don’t have AC which I know a lot of Europe does not) because you can cook without heating up your whole house/apartment from the oven! Two baskets isn’t necessary but I do think it’s worth paying extra for so you can do meat and veggies at the same time. Some have all these 6 in 1 or 7 in 1 but that’s mostly just marketing. It has settings that will change the temp ranges but will also change the Dan speed but I don’t think that is critical. Either way we like the one we have for sure! Let me know if you have any questions.
airfryer • My first air fryer. I need some help to c... ->Not BIFL but Ninja Foodi took an absolut beating from us. It's slowing down but considering how much use we've got out of it I am damn impressed.
BuyItForLife • Can you recommend a BIFL air fryer? ->We use ours literally everyday. Prob like 6 years too. I find it takes a while to heat up now it's on its way out but we rely on this so much.
BuyItForLife • Can you recommend a BIFL air fryer? ->I vote slow cooker because most things you make in one reheat well and often taste better as the days go by. I have three air fryers, one is a Ninja Foodi which functions as an air fryer, pressure cooker, slow cooker, yogurt maker. It does a great job air frying and pressure cooking, but leaves a lot to be desired as a slow cooker and yogurt maker because it gets too hot. I also have an Instant Pot I use a lot, but not as a slow cooker, it’s just not the same.
Frugal • Air fryer or slow cooker? ->Second the ninja foodie. I use mine all the time and the air fry function is great.
CasualUK • Fellow CasualUKers. Recommend me... An... ->Ninja Foodi - probably not as good/convenient as a dedicated air fryer for the actual air frying part, but it can also sauté/simmer, slow cook, pressure cook, steam air fry (good for chicken breasts so don’t dry out), dehydrate and apparently 8 other functions but I’ve not used them lol. Makes for a very useful gadget! Negative is it’s a pretty big unit of a thing, so storage can be an issue. Also the lid flips open so you need room above to be able to open it which may limit where you can use it if you have cupboards above all your sides.
CasualUK • Fellow CasualUKers. Recommend me... An... ->Yes. Burger and fries together are perfect. You may want to add one for a few minutes then add the second item. I would do the burger first. Then add the fries. Also depends if you are going raw vs reheat. Vegetables depends on the veg. Some are sensitive to burning and require lower heat. Some can handle full power like carrots where you want that nice caramelization that takes too long in a pan is only minutes in an air fryer. Experimentation is required at first to figure out the right temps and times. But I barely use my oven or stovetop anymore. And less cleaning especially grease splatters.
airfryer • Ninja or Tefal? ->Ninja grill air fryer combo. I batch cook and the dual zones are too small for my needs. Haven’t used tefal. I’m impressed with ninja quality across the board. Really surprised me when eating the results.
airfryer • Ninja or Tefal? ->I have the ninja speedi. We use it for so many things, air frying, proofing and baking bread, steaming veggies, I've even used the dehydrate setting to dehydrate fruit. We use it daily. Mine did break outside of warranty and I immediately ordered a new one, same brand and model. Edit to add: I have a few friends who have the ninja foodi and really love that too. I've read a lot of reviews on the two models. It seems the speedi has a slightly better air fry feature, but the foodie has a pressure cooker setting, so it depends on what people are looking for. I know some who really love their regular ninja air fryer as well. If I was in the market for a new air fryer I'd honestly check out the ninja ones, they really do seem to make a product worth investing in.
airfryer • Which air fryer would you buy, or definit... ->Had a PowerXL one that worked great for about 5 years of near daily use before it bit the dust last year. Got a Ninja Foodi to replace it and have been pretty happy with it. I really like that it folds away when not using it to save on counter space and that its big enough to make a meal for the whole family.
EatCheapAndHealthy • What’s the Best Air Fryer to Bu... ->It’s amazing honestly I love it it has so many options, 2 racks, a light, half way turnover timer, tons of cooking options such as baking, roasting, broiling etc. it also doesn’t have PUFAS/ PFAS or whatever all that stuff everyone is concerned about. The top rack also doubles as a cooling rack. It’s a bit of a pain to clean but that’s the same thing with most air fryers since they need ventilation holes in the surfaces to effectively circulate the hot air. The window is nice to be able to see your food. It’s a pretty nice size, enough to put enough food for 2 adults and 2 kids. It also comes with a cool little laminated air frying guide that shows about 60 different foods and how long to cook them for, what temp etc. it’s definately better than your typical chef man and lower end fryers priced at this range but if you’re looking for something a bit nicer around $120 I recommend the ninja foodie.
Costco • Has anyone tried the Gourmia air fryer oven? ->I’ve had a Ninja Foodi for years. Usually more than £100 but think you can get manufacturer refurbs off of eBay for close to that price. It’s more than just an air fryer. It also has pressure cooker, sauté, roast, dehydrate as well as other functions I don’t use. Best use for me is for sausages, can get up in the morning, chuck them in there for 13 minutes and they’re done without having to tend to them. Also use the pressure cooker for curries, and you can brown the meat in there first before switching to pressure. Mrs even used it to dehydrate orange slices to make her own Christmas wreathes. We wouldn’t be without it.
ketouk • Any ketoers use Air fryers? ->I don't know if it's bifl, but when it comes to air fryers I've learned that ninja is the only way to go. Specifically the ninja foodi with the "grill" setting.
BuyItForLife • Does anyone have a fritaire air fryer... ->My foodi is all metal. The easiest to clean of any air fryer I've used too. Throw it all in the dishwasher haha
BuyItForLife • Does anyone have a fritaire air fryer... ->Specifically the ninja foodi. No Teflon.
BuyItForLife • Does anyone have a fritaire air fryer... ->It's a square 18"x18" and about a foot tall. It's not huge but it's not tiny either. Perfect for 2, troublesome for 3.
BuyItForLife • Does anyone have a fritaire air fryer... ->Still works like new!
BuyItForLife • Does anyone have a fritaire air fryer... ->The Ninja Foodi and Cosori Pro are two of the best air fryers for even cooking, large capacity, and versatility. Instant Vortex Plus is another great choice with multiple functions like roasting and dehydrating. If you want something high-end, Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer is excellent.
BuyItForLife • Best Air Fryers to Buy? ->Ninja Foodi Dual Zone for multi-cooking, Cosori Pro LE for a compact design, Instant Vortex Plus for versatility, Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer for premium features, and Philips Premium XXL for large portions.
BuyItForLife • Best Air Fryers to Buy? ->Top air fryer picks include Ninja Foodi Dual Zone for multi-cooking, Cosori Pro LE for compact efficiency, Instant Vortex Plus for versatility, Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer for premium features, and Philips Premium XXL for large portions.
BuyItForLife • Best Air Fryers to Buy? ->I bought a Ninja Foodi on sale for $189 and it lasted 4 years until the lights wouldn't come on in it anymore. It still fried and toasted at least 2 times a day everyday though. So we bought the same model again since the lights are not replaceable. Not technically BIFL, but we think it is worth every penny and inch of counterspace it takes up.
BuyItForLife • Best Air Fryers to Buy? ->Ninja foodi is my holy grail. I’ve had it for 5 years. I do everything with it. I couldn’t recommend a better one. Super plus is you can remove the cooking basket and wash it. It’s not connected to plastic. Easy to clean. Lots of function. Pressure cooking, baking, dehydrating, slow cooker, air fryer. List goes on.
BuyItForLife • Best Air Fryers to Buy? ->I think it depends what style you buy. My mom had a toaster oven type one and I don’t like it as much as my own. Plus gotta wait for it to preheat. I have a ninja foodie that doesn’t need to preheat and it’s what started getting me to cook more. However, cleaning it is a bitch so there might be that regret.
adhdwomen • If I buy an air fryer, will I regret it? ->I have a ninja foodi that’s like an air fryer plus a small oven plus a toaster oven (does some other stuff I don’t use too). I use it almost every day. Sometimes I use it multiple times a day. It preheats essentially immediately, so anything that can fit in it (which includes most frozen pizzas) goes in it instead of the real oven. It makes cooking feel like less of a commitment.
adhdwomen • If I buy an air fryer, will I regret it? ->yeah, the ninja foodie is Teflon free and it air fries, slow cooks, sous vides, it's like a 12 in 1 gizmo, I love mine.
parrots • Bird safe air fryer? ->I recently bought the Cosori Pro 2 and it completely blew my ninjas out of the water. I had a Ninja Foodi and the Ninja AF101 and Dual Zone (endless cycles of upgrading and gifting to friends who didnt have an air fryer). Got a Cosori as an extra air fryer. It was $48 on clearance at walmart due to the red color not being very popular. The Cosori performs better than the Ninja in a very key aspect, the removable basket design. Since the sides are also detachable from the overall basket, they can add vents to the side of the basket. This allows the circulation of air to the underside even if the basket is completely full. Ninja's removable plate design would always result in a soggy underside if I overfilled due to the air being unable to circulate. In a scenario where both are half empty, they perform the same - slight edge to the Ninja.The removable basket vents no longer makes me afraid of just dumping a bag of fries This is not worth selling your Ninja and buying a new Cosori. These downfalls can be easily solved by preheating, shaking or simply not overfilling. But it's nice to just set it and forget it And just a preference, I infinitely prefer cleaning the dual basket than trying to remove a hot plate from the bottom
airfryer • The Cosori removable basket design is sup... ->