Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- AF181
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- SKU:
- 6570528
Customer reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 553 reviews
(553 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers admire the Air Fryer Pro XL 6-in-1 with its ease of use, overall performance, and large capacity. Its size is perfect for a small kitchen and it operates quietly, while also maintaining food quality. However, some customers have noted that the maximum temperature only reaches 400 degrees.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great air fryer! Cooks perfectly
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love my new air fryer! This is my first air fryer, and after all of the research and reviews I decided on the Ninja. Basket is huge @ 6.5qts and there is plenty of space! I was considering the 8qt, but for one person this is more than enough. I’ve cooked salmon and chicken so far and they’ve both come out perfectly. Very happy with this.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Cooking performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ninja
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It's excellent, it makes everything faster and healthier
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good stuff
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Cooks good and fried stuff tastes so scrumptious. I use my air fryer almost every day. You can't beat chicken wings cooked in it.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ninja
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The ease of use and quality of this item ranks high in my judgement
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Happy with purchase!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome purchase, it’s easy to clean and cooks various dishes to perfection with different settings
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ninja
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It's a great product. I love using it. The brand Ninja keeps it
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
MUKI
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent air fryer I recommend for everyone both family and business
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cooking performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
My fries is hot and crispy
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is my first air fryer and I can't complain! Cooking faster
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
ninja
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.best air fryer ever, it is a good size .worths the money
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Happy family
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I give this to my daughter, she loves it! Now my home needs one.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Capacity, Cooking performance, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ninja - Air Fryer Pro XL 6-in-1 w/ 6.5QT Capacity
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.As a huge fan of Ninja's Air Fryers, and using my previous model a few times a week, I was really excited to try out the new Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL 6-in-1 with 6.5 qt capacity. Setup was an absolute breeze. Cut open the box, remove top piece of foam, remove wrapping and cardboard from the 6.5qt tray, plug in, ready to go. The entire thing honestly took me less than 1 minute. It took almost as long to type that sentence as it did to physically get this going. Upon placing on my counter, I immediately noticed how small this appliance is. This thing sits barely higher than 1 foot. Official produce dimensions: 14.921259842519685 in L x 11.299212598425198 in W x 12.007874015748031 in H. It's This is about HALF the size of my last Ninja, and, with about 4 times the capacity. The tray is 6.5 quarts! That's 5lbs of fries or 9lbs of chicken wings. That's a ton of food for such a small footprint of an appliance. The weight of this is impressive too, measuring in at just 11.44 lbs, it's very easy to move around the kitchen. Being so small, it could even sit inside a pantry or cupboard when not being used to free up counter space. Operating is about a simple as the unpacking and minimal as the size. You pull out the tray, place food into the tray (I always make sure the crisper is inserted as well) press the power button, select the temperature and cook time, press start. It's advised with just about anything you cook, to pause and shake the tray every few minutes. This ensures nothing gets stuck to the crisper, and things tend to cook more evenly that way. The Air Fryer Pro XL has a "Max Crisp" mode which sets the cook time to a scorching 450 degrees Fahrenheit. This ensures things are more crisp and cook faster than the standard modes. Reheating some leftover fries took less than 2 minutes and they were crunchy and hot. Honestly, they were even better than the day they were delivered to my doorstep from delivery! It's also advised to set the Air Fryer away from under upper cabinets to give it room to vent. When cooking, hot air exhausts from the top. There is a vent in the rear that I believe is used for intake. When cooking, I did not notice any hot air coming out of the back, only the top. Since you are getting such a large capacity tray, you may be inclined to cook larger items in this Air Fryer, such as an entire chicken. Ninja included some alternative modes with this model, such as bake, roast, reheat, and dehydrate. I haven't had time yet to test all of the functions, though I was able to test out the dehydration feature along with my Air Frying. Slicing up slivers of potato, placing on the crisper tray and running the dehydrate function gave me fresh potato chips in a matter of about 20 minutes. Once done cooking, it's super easy to clean. Just remove the tray, fill the tray with soapy water, let soak, rinse. The crisper tray removes from the main tray for easier scrubbing. The crisper is made of a ceramic coating non-stick material, so stuck on food comes off easily. Occasional wiping down of the main appliance is needed to keep it looking fresh and new, but otherwise, this thing is low maintenance. The crisper tray is even dishwasher safe. If you're unsure of what to cook, or, how to cook what you want, Ninja included a recipe book along with a cooking chart to help you. What I enjoy most about using an Air Fryer vs conventional frying is both ease of use, and cleanliness. There is no oil needed. No splattering of oil all over yourself or the kitchen, so it's safer both physically and for your health. Using the Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL is an absolute pleasure. It elevates foods that need a good crisping, makes cook times lower, and takes up very little space. There is nothing not to love about this little appliance. It will absolutely become one of, the most used appliances in the kitchen. Well done Ninja, thank you for such a well thought out appliance. I'll be looking forward to the next gadget!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cooking performance, Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ninja 6-in-1 AirFryer magic-crispy meal guilt-free
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL is a solid upgrade from my previous model, boasting some neat new functions. I particularly love the Max Crisp function; it's a game-changer that has rendered my conventional oven and microwave obsolete. Its compact design is perfect for my kitchen counter, and it's spacious enough to whip up a family size meal in under an hour. I tried making 2 pounds of frozen French fries, without any oil, on Max Crisp mode for 30 minutes, as the manual suggests, and they turned out just as delicious as the ones from a fast-food place, but without all the grease. Remember to give them a shake now and then for uniform cooking. This air fryer's hot air circulation is impressive, taking the heavy lifting out of cooking. From chicken tenders to wings and every dish I've tried turned out perfect with a little experimentation on the different cooking settings. The chicken tenders turned out better than the KFC ones with max crispy settings, crispy outside, tender and juicy inside, all this without having to fry them in oil! I was also pleasantly surprised by the reheat and dehydrate functions, which are typically tasks for my microwave, but the Ninja Air Fryer did a great job. It's even taken over most of my microwave's duties, including toasting bread perfectly. It's quieter than I expected, and cleaning is a breeze—the ceramic-coated basket and crisper plate mean nothing sticks. You'll want to keep it away from the wall due to the rear air vent. The new features of the 6-in-1 Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL is a game changer for me as it cut down my cooking time with lot more healthier choices. I'd definitely suggest giving the new 6-in-1 Ninja Air Fryer a go if you're keen on moving towards healthier meal options without missing the delightful experience of indulging in fast food favorites, guilt-free.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Capacity, Cooking performance, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best in all around cooking
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is by far the best air fryer I have used and owned. Ninja is known for their many high quality kitchen products, and this Air Fryer Pro XL is no exception. I was immediately struck at the size of this. With a 6.5 QT capacity, it can hold a lot of food with this volume. The tray is very deep. The removable inside crisper plate stays secured with rubber feet at multiple edges. Be careful when you’re washing this because you may rip them off. Due to the volume, you can stack a good amount of food inside and this will heat it all equally. The display center offers six different cooking types: Max Crisp, Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat, and Dehydrate. I have mainly used Max Crisp, Air Fry, Bake and Reheat for most of my daily usages. Max Crisp is used for my kids chicken nuggets and fries. Air Fry to cook wings and sweet potato fries. Bake for frozen stuffed chicken bakes. Reheat for my left overs. I’ve used Dehydrate once to make dried mangoes (I missed the ones from the Philippines). Everything I have put in here has come out so good and crisp. Be aware, that when you open the tray the cooking and timer continues to go so you do have to press Pause. Again, cleaning is simple. This has helped with our cooking so much, especially trying to get the kids school lunches ready in the morning. Overall, really happy with how fast and how easily this Ninja Air Fryer cooks.
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Very loud
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s like 3 times louder than my old Ninja fryer, Not happy about that new model, will return it back to the store.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SharkNinja Product Expert
Posted .Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience with our product did not meet your expectations. We greatly value our customer's opinions as they help us continuously improve and develop products that truly meet the needs of those who trust us. Please rest assured that we will share your observations with the appropriate teams for review and consideration in future improvements. In the meantime, if you need additional assistance or would like to discuss your situation further, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team at 1-800-365-0135. We will be happy to help. Once again, we appreciate your feedback and look forward to providing you with a more satisfying experience in the future. Kind regards, Ninja Kitchen.
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
New but not new
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this brand new, but when I received it has sole cosmetics spots which is weird !!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SharkNinja Product Expert
Posted .Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We're so sorry to hear that your Ninja - Air Fryer Pro XL 6-in-1 with 6.5 QT Capacity has some cosmetic spots. We will absolutely share your feedback with the relevant teams for consideration on future products. If you need any help with your product, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team by phone at 1-855-427-5127.
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- Pros mentioned:Capacity, Ease of use, Size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great air fryer from Ninja
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This new updated model ninja air fryer has all the features that you need for your kitchen, the 6-1 includes Max Crisp, Air fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat and dehydrate. Easy to use and clean, the 6.5 QT XL basket let you cook up to 5lbs French fries or 9lbs chicken wings among other things within minutes and with the new feature of Max Crisp you can make those delicious fries or chicken extra crispy at 450°F. Even though this air frier has an XL basket , the whole appliance it’s compact and will not take much space on your kitchen counter, this is a plus for this air fryer since I use it daily and the air fryer is super light, only weights 11.44 lbs can be move anywhere in your kitchen. The only reason I do not give it 5 starts is because I’ve had in the past prior Ninja air fryers and the material seems lot stronger than this new model, the basket handle feels a little bit less stronger that prior models, also when I remove the basket after cooking, the air fryer slide off the my kitchen’s counter, other ninja appliances either have a stronger grip on the bottom or have suction cups that hold the appliances in place, besides this cons, this air fryer is a great product to make your food taste better with less oil and cook faster.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Capacity, Cooking performance, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Air Fryer — Fast, Easy, and Delicious Res
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL has quickly become one of my favorite kitchen appliances. The 6.5‑quart capacity is perfect for cooking full meals, and the 6‑in‑1 functions give me tons of flexibility—air frying, roasting, baking, reheating, and more all work flawlessly. It heats up fast, cooks evenly, and everything comes out crispy without needing much oil. The controls are simple and easy to use, and cleanup is a breeze since the basket is nonstick and dishwasher‑safe. The build quality feels solid, and the performance is excellent for the price. If you’re looking for a powerful, reliable, and easy‑to‑use air fryer, this one is a fantastic choice. Highly recommended!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Capacity, Cooking performance, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect for anyone who cooks
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We really love this Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL and it is by far the best one we have used yet. We use this to cook various meats and vegetables so it’s more than just something that heats up wings and fries. The XL version is perfect for a family of two to four people and it cuts down on the cooking time drastically compared to a regular oven or fryer. The reason we love this is because the main basket is very large and not as deep as the original air fryers which means that more food gets cooked evenly without the need to be constantly stirred or rotated off the bottom to the top. Also because it is more square and stout it is easier to store and there is more clearance between the top of the unit and the cabinets when it’s on the countertop. The basket and crisper plate are coated with a non-stick surface so clean up is quick and simple. The six preset functions make using the air fryer simple and it really does a great job browning and crisping the food. The only concern I have is that the crisper plate is thinner than most and it fits very snuggly in the basket which makes it slightly more difficult to remove for cleaning. There are silicone/rubberized feet that extend out on the side of the crisper plate that help it seat in the basket but also cause some resistance when inserting or removing the plate. Since the sides of the basket and crisper plate are non-stick surfaces you have to be careful to not scratch either one as you seat the crisper plate in the basket. Operating this air fryer is simple. First you select one of the six functions which are Max Crisp, Air Fry, Air Roast, Bake, Reheat and Dehydrate. Then you select the time and temperature and hit the start button. The functions have a default temperature setting but you can adjust it up or down to meet your cooking needs. They include a fairly large recipe book to give you some recommended items to cook and what settings to use. The bottom crisper plate and the basket are coated with non-stick so the surfaces are very easy to clean by hand or if you prefer they are dishwasher safe.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cooking performance, Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect for fast, low fat small batch cooking
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have never used an air fryer before. I've read about them and thought about it but in the end, I would just stick with my stove top and oven for all my cooking needs. This went on for years till I finally decided to give one a try and picked up the Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL 6-in-1. I wish I had done this sooner. After unboxing what is a pretty decent sized unit, I really like the all industrial look of black with silver highlights. It has nice easy to use controls and a digital display for readout. Setup? Well there really is no setup as it comes ready to go out of the box. Remove a few pieces of tape, take out the cardboard insert in the cooking chamber and you're good to go. When I say zero setup, I mean it. After reading the manual and seeing all their recommended settings, you quickly realize all you need to do is pick your temp, time and type of cooking you're doing and you're off. If you want to broil, move the shelf up. If you want to fry, keep it down. That's it! I tested it first with asparagus which is a staple for many of our meals. Tossed a bunch in oil, salt, pepper and smoked paprika, dropped them in, punched in the recommended settings and off it went. It produced asparagus better than the stove top or oven and much easier and straight forward. It just got better from there. Potato wedges turned out nice and browned. Whole sweet potatoes cooked nice and properly. Peppers and Onions were a breeze. Toast some walnuts? Easy peasy. I love that since the space is small and the heat is constant, you can open it up to stir or shake your foods and pop it right back in and it's back to proper temp very fast unlike a large, traditional oven. Clean up is very easy. It literally took all of 2 minutes to wipe down the chamber and wash up the grate. I really have no complaints about the Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL 6-in-1 and I will be trying all types of things in there asap!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Capacity, Cooking performance, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cooks evenly and reliably every time
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Ninja continues to make excellent small appliances and this new 6.5qt air fryer is no exception. I have many of their products now and they always impress. The controls are easy to use with a bright screen, real buttons rather than touch sensitive panel, and it makes cooking fast and easy. On our old air fryer, we would have to pull the batch of fries halfway through cooking and rotate them, but on this one we can leave the batch in from start to finish without having to do that anymore and they always come out evenly cooked and perfectly crispy. It is much larger as well which allows for more cooking options. It is very nice looking with the black, dark grey, and silver finish, and heat vents out of the top instead of the sides making it easier to avoid overheating anything nearby while it is operating. Its also lightweight so it can very easily be carried from a cabinet or pantry to the counter if you want to store it out of sight while not in use. The power cord is pretty short so you do have to have an outlet close by to use it but the intention is for it to be sitting on your counter so that generally won’t be an issue. Overall, it is well put together, works wonderfully for our French fry consumption, and if it is as reliable as all my other ninja appliances have been it’ll be flawless for years to come. I definitely recommend it for quick and easy cooking.
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