Ninja - Max XL Air Fryer (AF161)
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Last updated: Jul 11, 2025 Scoring
Not as powerful as model AF101 (4 QT). Noted chicken wings takes a lot longer to cook in the double stack. Might have to buy the bigger model AF161 (5.5 QT) for backup. I gave away my AF101 before trying double stack.
r/airfryer • Anybody used the “double stack” ninja air frier? Looking for opinions! ->Ninja Air Fryer Max XL is my go-to for crispy, even cooking. It’s super easy to use with intuitive buttons and a nonstick basket that’s a breeze to clean. Perfect size for 2-4 people, but if you’re cooking for a crowd, it might feel a bit small. It’s a solid performer, especially for things like chicken wings and fries.
r/BuyItForLife • Best Air Fryers to Buy? ->I shake in this one too. It's a little on the smaller side so I only do about 8 wings at a time. I usually flip about half way through and do some shaking towards the end.
r/Wings • Should I get an Air Fryer or an Oven for cooking wings? ->I love my ninja XL or whatever it is.
r/airfryer • My old airfryer has bitten the dust so time for a new one. I'm seeing things like '4-in-1' (Ninja) to '13-in-1' (Phillips) cooking options..... what difference do these really do? ->I have a 5.5 qt basket-style Ninja and it's a nice air fryer for a single like me. I wouldn't recommend going much smaller.
r/airfryer • How small of an air fryer should I get? ->I am happy with my Ninja Max XL. More important than the nominal quarts is that the heating is some space away from the food so it doesn't get nasty fast. The 5.5 quarts seem to be fine for me as a single so far. In the end, more stuff means more moisture to extract. So if not wanting to cook items with larger dimensions, then going for a second device is probably better than to go for a larger one.
r/airfryer • When choosing an air fryer, which capacity are you more likely to choose? ->My ninja xl just died after 4 years.
r/airfryer • I need a suggestion on a new air fryer. The ones I’ve bought in the past all broke within a year. ->This is my current go-to, and it’s been amazing. I have been using Ninja air fryer MAX XL for few months. It’s super easy to use, heats up fast, and consistently makes the crispiest wings and fries I’ve ever had. The ceramic nonstick basket is a breeze to clean (dishwasher-safe too), and it’s perfect for 2-4 people. The “Max Crisp” setting is a game-changer if you want that extra crunch.
r/BuyItForLife • Best Air Fryers to Buy? ->Great wings come out of my Ninja XL. I like being able to shake the basket.
r/Wings • Should I get an Air Fryer or an Oven for cooking wings? ->Ninja is great, I have it! The main things I make in it are air fried potatoes (halved, diced, sliced, fries style). I don’t think I’ve done chicken, but I’ve done pork shoulder, salmon, and other meat. I’m sure chicken is feasible though! (:
r/ApplianceAdvice • Best Air Fryer Reddit Recommended ->Love my 5.5 qt Ninja. So easy to clean and works great! Highly recommend all Ninja products.
r/airfryer • looking for airfryer for one person ->Ninja Max. Best purchase ever, it’s used at least once a day. Would love the double drawer one though!
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