Air Fryer Max XL, 5.5 Qt, 7-in-1, Grey, AF161

My mom is notoriously difficult to shop for presents for. Like nearly impossible. She never asks for anything, never wants anything and rarely uses the things I do get her, even if she likes them. But I'd been thinking about how great an air fryer would be for her since she wouldn't have to take all of the pans out of the oven to cook, pre-heat the oven, wait for it to cool down before putting the pans back in while also using extra grease and oil to cook with. My husband I got her this, half expecting her to never use it, but she finally opened it up (we were starting to get a little worried she wouldn't even try it) and was immediately hooked! She finds it very easy to use (she's not tech-savvy at all, but it really is VERY easy and straightforward), versatile (you can make so many things in it including bread!) and easy to clean and put away. It doesn't take up a lot of countertop footprint space, but it can easily cook meals for the whole family (even one thing after another since we have differing tastes in our household) within minutes. It's completely changed the cooking experience for her for the better. She's not hot and sweaty from the oven and doesn't have to haul around pots and pans or add extra calories and fats to the food she's cooking. Since she got it, she's bought herself three air-fryer cookbooks and has made dinner in it at least 3-4 times a week! She's never shown this much interest or excitement out of using something I've given her. It was worth ever penny and more, both because it's an amazing piece of kitchen equipment but also to see her smile when she realized how much it helped her. We still have uses to discover with it since it does so many things, but literally nothing she's tried in it has turned out badly so I'm sure anything else that gets made is going to be amazing, too!

I’m always running around, and the last thing I want is a ton of hassle when it comes to making dinner. This has seriously been a lifesaver for our family! First off, it’s the perfect size. I can cook enough for me, my husband, and our two kids in one batch, which is huge for a busy family like ours. It cooks everything super fast and evenly – I’m talking crispy chicken nuggets, fries, and even veggies! But the best part? It’s so easy to clean! I hate spending time cleaning after cooking, but this thing is a breeze. The basket is non-stick, and I can just throw it in the dishwasher. Total win in my book! The Max Crisp feature is awesome too – it makes everything come out perfectly crispy without all the oil. We’ve been making everything from frozen snacks to homemade wings, and they’re all crispy and yummy. Honestly, if you’re a busy mom (or just anyone who needs quick and easy meals), this is definitely worth it. It’s been a go to in our kitchen!

We just received our Ninja Air Fryer (AF) today. Woot!! After researching, watching YouTubes on AF’s & combo AF’s & toaster ovens we decided to go with a straight Air Fryer. So glad we did! Smell: Many of the reviews commented on the smell when first running. We put ours on the patio & ran it about 1-1/2 hours going thru the different settings. It did have a smell which my husband related to a new car engine smell. Smile! It smells like plastic. Bird: We have a pet ring neck dove, Buddy, so we wanted a safe AF without Teflon. We were assured the basket & plate are ceramic. The plate does come out of the basket. Cleaning: It does clean up nice & quick. We hand washed to protect the ceramic coating. Testing/Cooking: Hubby did fish sticks & he was so happy! Crisper than the oven!! He followed the directions on the Trident fish stick bag. These are from Costco. In sale now. So… I eat low carb but had to try a bite of that crispy fish & it was truly crispy & tasty! Without a recipe I jumped right in & used the AF button to air fry a bell pepper seeded & cut in half. I added cut up turkey & turkey bacon & tomato & did the AF button for a few minutes. I believe that defaults to 390 degrees. Don’t quote me. 😱 Did that for 2-3 minutes. All the while checking to make sure not burning. NOTE: When you pull out the basket it continues to run unless you pause & then hit start again. Also, it doesn’t beep half way thru for you to shake or stir. Next I added fresh Parmesan cheese. Yummo. The exciting thing is I just threw a good amount in there & it spilled onto the basket along with the tomato. Cooked on AF & it browned!! Yay, nothing stuck & it cleaned up beautifully. I just didn’t want to baby it, you know. Time & Temp: These can be adjusted while it’s running. No need to pause it. I adjusted the time or temp & with a small delay it changed over & kept going without a hiccup. Heat: The top is not not but the back has some heat. The handle is fine to touch. The sides & front are a bit warm. I would move fresh veggies off the counter when using this as the area does get a bit warm but not like the stove! I believe this will be great to use in the summer PLUS you can make meals fresh daily at a moments notice. Basket: I believe this is around 8-1/4”. Not huge but not small either. It is round. We would have liked it to be square but this is great. ENJOY shopping & learning about this Ninja. I hope this review helps. We would recommend this addition to your family. Smile! Blessings. 🌸🥑🌸🥑🌸 Update: this Air Fryer is amazing. We use this a lot. I just had to do another post. We would buy this again & would recommend to anyone. We also got silicone liner baskets for cooking something not solid. These work great but the ones we got are no longer available. This cleans easy, too! Enjoy!! 🤗 One year anniversary update. We love this Air Fryer. It’s truly amazing. While it doesn’t hold a lot it is doable. We made thick ground beef patties 14oz. Shaped them with thumb print in the middle so they don’t puff up. Cooked 5 minutes on Air Fry & flipped. Cooked 5 more minutes & checked temperature. 145 was perfect. No link in the middle. Could cook maybe 9 minutes! We are very happy with this! Just had to share update!!!! 😉 We also have a pet Dove and the AF is no issue as it’s PFOE & more free!!

Cooks perfectly and cleans SO easily. Just wipe off with a small amount of dish soap, rinse, dry and use!

Have put off getting an air fryer because they seemed like an idea that is too good to be true and the portion sizes for modest sized units was kinda ridiculous. Decided to give one a try and did some research - this one has a small-ish foot print and is large enough to make food for 2 people. It is also one of the few that does NOT use Teflon or other PTFE/PFOA nonstick coatings - it uses a nonstick ceramic coating per the item FAQs on Ninja's website. It has several cooking options (although the alternative racks don't come with it - boo!) but we've only used the Air Fry option so far. We've had really good results so far with chicken, shrimp, asparagus, and beef using the unit as it ships. Made panko coated chicken tenderloins today and cooked 2.5 pounds in under 30 minutes (two batches in the air fryer). Came out perfect. Haven't quite figured out the trick to broccoli. But overall, I'm very pleasantly surprised. Clean up is a snap. The ceramic cooking surface on the included crisper plate & the bucket cleans up very easily. But you'll want to be uber careful about the utensils you use in it - no metal! Silicone tipped tongs are really the best option it seems. About the initial smell - we put it outside on the patio & ran it though several high heat cycles before using it, allowing it to cool between cycles - basically did this until the smell was not evident. Yes, it emits a smell. The smell does go away. My three complaints are (1) how hard you have to punch the display to change the temperature or time (brace the until with your free hand from the back), (2) that it always defaults to 20 minutes when most recipes call for much less time than that - annoying! - and (3) the racks don't come with it. The optional racks look to be all metal - no silicone feet or anything. So, not sure how that's supposed to work, honestly. If anyone has used those, would be interested to know if they've damaged the nonstick surface. Something that is not well conveyed about air fryers - they can get hot enough to damage your countertop depending on your countertop material. We have ours on a glass cutting board with silicone feet when in use.

I’ve been using the Ninja AF161 Max XL Air Fryer for about a month, and it’s hands down the best air fryer I’ve owned. It’s super intuitive to use—just pick your temp, set the time, and go. The digital display is clear and easy to read, a big upgrade from my old fryer with unreliable dials. It preheats in just 2-3 minutes and cooks evenly every time. The Max Crisp setting is great for achieving a perfectly crispy texture, especially on foods like chicken, potatoes, and mozzarella sticks. The basket is deep enough to layer food, and with a quick shake, everything cooks evenly and crisps up perfectly. Cleaning is a breeze; the basket is dishwasher-safe and quick to hand wash, plus it’s one solid piece—no tricky parts. It’s quieter than my previous air fryer, with just a mild hum. This air fryer’s roomy 5.5-quart capacity is ideal for cooking for 2-4 people, and I’ve been able to make everything from meats and veggies to cookies with great results. It’s been reliable so far, and knowing Ninja’s history with durable products, I expect this one to last too. For the price, it’s an absolute steal, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fast, reliable air fryer that consistently delivers.

I have had this Ninja now for 6 months and I love it. I only cook for 2, me and my wife, so for us it is ideal. If you have used other Air Fryers I should warn you this heats a little hotter. Which in some cases is great, but others may not be so great the first time. I've learned not to put a lot of trust in the recipe's recommended time. You will have to experiment yourself and just remember to keep an eye on what you are cooking for the first time. Everything I've cooked in this unit has come out great! Everything tastes so good. Some of the recipes I've changed a little to improve the taste. For instance, for french fries which call for no oil, I spray them with olive oil and season them with salt and pepper. They come out great! It makes the best toast I have ever eaten. The recipe I use calls for lightly buttering both sides of the bread. It calls for cooking at 400 degrees for 5 minutes on one side and then 2 minutes on the other side. This time has a lot to do with the kind of bread you are using...so keep an eye on it. Also, the fans in this Ninja are a lot stronger than other air fryers. So lay a metal spoon or something on the bread to keep it from flying around. It's a little extra work to use your Ninja as a toaster but it is worth it! I have cooked frittatas, vegetables, steaks, pork chops, chicken legs, thighs, breasts, and all kinds of different fish. Salmon, I cook in my oven because the recipe calls for 2 minutes of broiling it on high. My Ninja has an air broil setting, but it's much easier to do it in a conventional oven. Clean Up: You are going to love this Ninja when it comes to clean up!!!! 3 minutes tops and you are through. Pour the grease into the container you use for used grease and oil. Remove the fryer insert and then wash them both in the sink. Dry them off, reassemble, and return them to your Ninja. I would highly suggest that anyone buying this Ninja also invest in the following accessories. Air Fryer Accessories 11PCS for Phillips Ultrean Ninja Vremi Air Fryer, Fit all 3.7QT-4.0-5.8QT Power Deep Hot Air Fryer with Cake Barrel, Pizza Pan I have found only one fault with this Ninja. Once you set the time and temperature and start cooking you can't change them unless you want to stop and then enter new settings. It will, however, allow you to pause and then continue cooking...you just can't change the settings during the pause mode.

Where has this been all of my life?? Haha. Prior to purchasing this air fryer, I had purchased 4 air fryers FOR OTHER PEOPLE . I thought it was for people who can’t cook or super busy people or people who live alone & make small meals .. all of that may be true but someone convinced me to buy one for myself ( and my family of four ) so I did . At this point, We have had this ninja for several months and not a day has gone by where I haven’t used it for something - seriously !!( I have used it for side dishes, main dishes, reheating , etc) and it has been amazing . Most people consider me to be a very good cook & I take a lot of pride in that & I think I thought of an airfryer as a cheat ( like kids using chat gpt to do their school work - haha ) and maybe it is a cheat but it is an effective & efficient one with delicious results . ( side note, I always do a quick search before I put stuff in to see what people recommend temp/time-wise so I can feel more confident in results ) This product, in particular, has been solid one - I have had 2 minor concerns -1) the little tray inside of the basket seems to wear quickly - it looked beaten up relatively soon after I bought it (I hope I can replace it) and 2) I did not know how hot the backside ( particularly, the exhaust) gets & I stained my wall during the first or second use (barkeeoers friend got it off) . I now make sure to pull it away from the wall & keep area clear .. I might get a larger ninja next time but this one has been great so far ..

Una freidora imperdible, práctica y muy completa

Bought this product along with an electronic 2 ring convection hob, we love both products so much we are getting rid of our gas cooker, why keep it? The air fryer cooks beef, lamb, steaks, chicken in a third of the time the meat succulent and juicy, melts in your mouth. Our gas oven takes much longer, saving money on gas bills, we have got rid of our deep fat fryer as well...win/win. Highly recommend this product!! I have written a review on Amazon about the hob hope my reviews are helpful to others who may be considering to purchase either product?

Just when we connected it to 220v plug , sparks and boom

I got rid of the toaster oven and the microwave, they just aren't needed any more with this machine that does it all. This fryer reheats sausages on " reheat" in 2 minutes , makes great fried potatoes in 7 minutes, a thick porkchop in 9 minutes, and all without grease. The meat stays very moist and tastes so good and cleanup is so easy with just that bucket to wash out. The stovetop stays clean. I love this machine, I wish I had bought one a long time ago. I use it all the time now. I couldn't resist the sale price but even at regular price it is still a real good deal. If you have been thinking about it, go ahead, jump into the healthy way to cook, you won't regret it. The only difficult part is trial and error to learn times it takes for different foods. The booklet isn't much help for that. Be warned, everything cooks faster than you think it will, so always start with less time and go up if you have to. There is a learning curve of course. I've had it a week now and use it 2-3 times a day and I'm already much more at ease with it.

Excelente, llegó súper rápido con el empaque bien y funciona súper bien.