Customer Ratings & Reviews

Stopped working 4 months later!! Not sure what happened it just stopped working . The toaster doesn’t work anymore either. Very disappointed with this purchase

The Ninja - Combi All-in-One Multicooker, Oven, & Air Fryer, Complete Meals in 15 Mins, 14-in-1, Combi Cooker + Air Fry - Stainless Steel is a very versatile and useful kitchen appliance. I have several other Ninja products and the Combi is the same high quality as the others. The Combi is not small, but it will fit on a kitchen counter top. The Combi is simple to unbox and use. In actual use, the air fryer function produced delicious French fries and chicken wings. As advertised, meals were able to be completed in 15 minutes. The Combi cooker and oven allowed great flexibility and tested my creative skills. In summary I highly recommend the Ninja - Combi All-in-One Multicooker, Oven, & Air Fryer, Complete Meals in 15 Mins, 14-in-1, Combi Cooker + Air Fry - Stainless Steel to anyone looking for a high quality, versatile kitchen that does not break the bank. It offers convenience, versatility, and the opportunity for creativity as well as quickly producing tasty food and complete meals.

This product is great! It is just the right size to set on a counter in smaller areas. It does so many different things that I don’t heat my kitchen by using my oven. I just use this counter model for everything. Living in Arizona this hot summer, it was important to be able to use a unit like this so I wouldn’t compete with the ac by overheating my kitchen. When our old toaster oven died, we carefully researched what to replace it with. It was definitely worth the time, since we ended up with this countertop oven. We use it daily as a toaster for our bread or bagels, and the controls make it easy to toast perfectly to our preference. It is large enough we can cook casseroles or entrees in it, cook meat perfectly, or air fry enough for a meal. It preheats so fast that I prefer it to my regular oven for cooking almost everything, the only exception being those rare times I have a large tray of food that wouldn't fit in the countertop oven. It fits on my counter under my upper cupboards, and with just a few inches clearance space around it for ventilation, it does not heat the bottom of the cupboard or its contents. The included trays and racks make it very versatile. We use this oven multiple times a day but it has only required minimal cleaning - we empty the removable crumb tray on the bottom and occasionally wipe the inside walls with a damp sponge. Oven was shipped in a sturdy and protective box and packed well. Oven documentation was adequate. Quality is outstanding and can feel the thickness of the stainless, the steal, glass, and rubber seals for the door, the tactile feedback and "button" feels solid, the display is bright and good colors. Warm up to temperature is less than 90 seconds and gives you a cool tone when preheating has reached temperature. This oven has a light, it comes on and goes off automatically. Air fry function really delivers. Things like frozen nuggets, tots, egg rolls, etc come out like they’re freshly deep fried. You’re getting healthier versions of comfort food at home, with little mess. If you’re going to eat something “less healthy,” why not be able to get the most out of the flavors and textures. Again, food cooks so fast, it’s pretty mind boggling. The air fry tray is quite large, so a lot of food can be cooked at once. I use air fry to do a lot of things- even get the excess moisture out of pre-scrambled egg whites. The pizza setting makes frozen pizza taste better than delivery. Again, quickly! We keep frozen cheese pizzas in the freezer for quick dinners. I cut up some veggies and toss them on. 9 minutes later dinner is ready. I consider this oven to save us a lot of money. No more delivery pizza. We get exactly what we want, made how we want, for a fraction of the price. With so many pre-sets and options, I can put a meal in and go about my business without having to check the oven constantly. That means I can clean the kitchen and get things done around the house without being tied to the stove. I’m not saying it’s totally sentient, just that it’s smarter than the really nice conventional oven in my kitchen. It's very user friendly. My family can come over and use this with no prior knowledge of how it works and navigate it easily. Temperatures while cooking are on par with any high-quality oven, consistent and even accessories are good enamel cookware! When you use as directed with the drip tray and roasting tray on the bottom when using the basket to fry in, all messes are virtually non-existent and due to quality in material they are easy to soak up to a few hours for the worst soak in dawn and at end hot water rinse and you're done. This oven is a huge upgrade to what I had and I look forward to seeing what all I can do with it. Definitely recommend.

This was very difficult to use. I cooked ribs in the slow cooker for 7 hours and hey come out raw in the middle. I am sending this unit back.

Things are better together; that goes for most things and most certainly countertop ovens. My last oven felt bulky and flimsy compared to this Ninja Combi multicooker. The rounded corners give it a diminutive look while having only slightly less capacity as my old one. The 14 in 1 functions of this oven make it a great replacement for a traditional oven for those with tiny houses, apartments, boats etc. Though for all it offers, there are some small caveats I will discuss. So, as with any new toaster oven replacement, I see how it toasts. Toast results directly on the combi bake pan on medium were a little dark; on light, they were perfect. I noticed it always starts from 5:30s to toast regardless of what shade or number of slices which means it must vary temp instead. We used it for a good month using the various cooking methods and a couple of recipes in the idea book. We found the idea book to be limiting as it didn't include recipes for all methods, not even a chart for all methods which would have been ideal to limit ambiguity. I discovered early on; it's called hypersteam for a reason as it vents considerable steam from the top right corner, causing my cabinet to be wet from condensation. I had to switch positions with my espresso machine to an area with no cabinets overhead. I've used Combi-steam on soup dumplings, combi crisp on vegetables and chicken thighs, Proof for sourdough, Airfry for potato wedges, Bake for cinnamon rolls and muffins, and roasted a whole chicken; all with excellent results! Granted, every time I used steam, the oven cavity needed to be wiped down, and even then, would still haze the window shortly after. The only thing I really wanted to use combi crisp on was my sourdough bread, though I found no settings for it. Also, I discovered that the bake pan doesn't sit low enough to insert a loaf pan of milk bread; halfway through cooking, I had to stop because the bread was rising dangerously close to the top element. I wish I could've put the loaf pan directly on the bottom pad, would've alleviated the problem, but also prevented the steam. I tried the salmon combi meal recipe only without the brown rice as i decided to use the twice baked potato recipe for the starch. The salmon cooked well with a bit of steam in the start, though the glaze burned a bit. The broccoli didn't come in contact with the steam as it was in the foil and was a bit crispy. But the baked potato was amazing, and I received many compliments. I didn't use the stovetop slow cooker or sous vide function yet, but I plan to at some point. Aside from the excess venting of steam, it would've been nice if the oven came with a removal tool for the pans considering the difficulty to remove them from the tight space. I've had much success with Ninja appliances and this oven is just another jewel in the crown. Keep up the good work.

Ninja doesn't seem to disappoint with their cookware appliances. This cooks great food and the fact that it is an all in one cooker is even better. The airfryer feature is great and works just as great as Ninja's standalone air fryer. The combi cooker is a versatile cooking tool that I've tried with steaks and as simple as vegetables. It's very easy to use. The appliance itself is very nice to look at and it has this stainless steel finish at the front with gray plastic around it. However, it's worth noting that it's just a finish and the actual product is disappointingly made with plastic. This doesn't distract that it is well made. The actual inside itself is made out of stainless and I do not believe quality is skipped out on with this Ninja product. Overall, I think it's a great product especially if you live in a small apartment or a dorm. It's very compact and the food that you can cook with this is next to endless. It comes with all that you need to start cooking so that all you need is just the food itself.

I think it’s safe to say that Air Fryers are a blessing to any kitchen. They are thorough and incredibly efficient in cooking time. However, when we get accustomed to such amenities, we wish that it did more. For me, there were times when I would be preparing a pasta dish inside my previous air fryer but I would have to fire up my electric oven just to bake veggies that went with the dish. When I cook several dishes, I want everything to come out at the same time. It always feels like the majority of the large oven time goes to the preheating. It can be frustrating. That’s where the Ninja Combi Multicooker comes into play to relieve that unneeded complication. Set-Up: Upon removing the packaging from both the outside and inside, you are pretty much ready to embark on efficient cooking. There’s nothing to assemble. The Ninja Combi comes with a Bake Tray, a Combi Pan, and a Crisper Tray. Switch To What You Want: There’s a large switch on the right side of the Ninja Combi that allows you to pick from a Combo Cooker or just an Air Fryer/Stovetop setting. Both are going to free up the amount of time you spend in the kitchen. Whether you’re a novice chef or preparing a recipe that you’ve made a hundred times in the old-fashioned oven, the Ninja Combi is going to help in a big way. You’ll want to use the Combi (combo) setting for dishes that need steaming, proofing for dough, or making pasta or rice. The Combi setting is fantastic for doing pasta and meats at once. For example, I make a particular chicken and pasta dish where the pasta is cooked in the oven while the chicken is in the air fryer. With the Combi, I was able to cook the pasta in the bottom Combi Tray while the chicken was on the above Bake Tray. Both are being done simultaneously! I know that it might not sound like a big deal to some but when you get it, you get it. There are A LOT of options when it comes to using the Combi setting. Too many for me to list for a simple review. That said, you won’t feel overwhelmed since there’s an easy-to-follow chart included in the instructions/recipe book. Before you know it, you’ll be committing the settings to memory. The Combi is also an Air Fryer that uses the Crisp Tray to cook fries, salmon, and whatever else you can think of to air fry. Here’s a bonus feature for someone like myself, it has a PIZZA setting! Yes, I can finally cook a 12-inch frozen pizza inside of an air fryer oven whereas previously, I had to preheat the big oven and bake the pizza in it. The Combi preheats (takes far less time compared to a normal oven) and then it automatically sets a timer and bakes the pizza. I’m not going to lie; I will be using this Combi Oven to bake a quick batch of cookies this winter for those sudden cravings instead of using the giant oven. So Many Possibilities: There’s a quick reference guide in the back of the Inspiration Guide that comes with the Ninja Combi that tells you how long to bake a whole chicken, tenderloins, fish, roast beef, desserts, etc. Once you’re familiar with this cooker, you’re going to impress yourself and the people you’re cooking for.

Review for Ninja Combi™ All-in-One Multicooker, Oven, & Air Fryer When I got this new Combi oven from Ninja, I thought it would be great to replace several counter-top appliances that I use less frequently for one that could do all of the same things. It’s really perfect if you like your air-fryer (but don’t use it all the time), or have a toaster oven that you mostly use for weekend brunch, or a slow-cooker that you haul out for weekday stews, or you need to cook for a small crowd frequently — or all of the above! I really like the switch on the top that toggles between the two basic modes. This helps limit the options and makes it easier to use. I tried the tacos recipe for a small gathering last weekend and found it so convenient for cooking while entertaining. I hate spending all my time in the kitchen while my guests are having a good time without me! I made the rice and beans in the lower pan while the upper pan took care of the meat and veggies. Everything came out great, and for a change, everyone gathered in the kitchen to see how the oven worked. It was a great test as well as as a conversation starter. Like many people, I’m trying to be more conscious of the amount of energy I use, and this oven is smaller than my kitchen range’s and yet big enough to manage a good-sized meal for four or more people. I found it very useful for a Sunday brunch when I wanted to make a quiche and bunch of toast. There are a few features, like “proof” and “sauté” that I’m looking forward to trying. I love baking bread, but don’t have a dependable way to let it rise, short of using my oven with the door propped open, so this could be great. Also, I like the idea of being able to sauté meat and then continue cooking my recipe in the oven, without extra dirty pans.

The Ninja Combi All-in-One Multicooker, Oven, & Air Fryer is a versatile kitchen appliance that has truly revolutionized my cooking experience. With its sleek design and compact footprint, it seamlessly fits into any kitchen, making it a must-have for busy home cooks like me. One of the standout features of this appliance is its multifunctionality. It combines the functionalities of a multicooker, oven, and air fryer all in one, which means it can handle a wide range of cooking tasks. Whether you want to slow cook a hearty stew, bake a batch of cookies, or air fry some crispy chicken wings, the Ninja Combi has got you covered. This versatility is a game-changer in the kitchen, saving both time and countertop space. The cooking performance of this appliance is impressive. The oven function heats up quickly and maintains an even temperature, ensuring that your baked goods come out perfectly golden brown. The multicooker function offers a variety of cooking modes, including sear/sauté, steam, and slow cook, allowing you to prepare a wide array of dishes with ease. And the air fryer function delivers that coveted crispy texture with minimal oil, making healthier versions of your favorite fried foods. The Ninja Combi is incredibly user-friendly. The digital control panel is intuitive, and the preset cooking programs take the guesswork out of meal preparation. Additionally, the included recipe book provides a range of delicious recipes to get you started, making it ideal for beginners and experienced cooks alike. Cleaning is a breeze thanks to the non-stick surfaces and removable accessories. The crumb tray, air frying basket, and cooking pot are all dishwasher safe, making post-cooking cleanup hassle-free. One minor drawback is that the Ninja Combi can be a bit noisy, especially when using the air fryer function at higher temperatures. However, the excellent results it delivers make this a minor inconvenience. In conclusion, the Ninja Combi All-in-One Multicooker, Oven, & Air Fryer is a versatile and efficient kitchen appliance that has elevated my cooking game. Its multifunctionality, reliable performance, and user-friendly design make it a valuable addition to any kitchen. Whether you're a busy parent, a culinary enthusiast, or someone looking to simplify their cooking routine, the Ninja Combi is well worth the investment. It has certainly become a staple in my kitchen, and I can't recommend it enough.

I have several Ninja products in our home and we LOVE the brand. It seems no matter what you purchase from Ninja, two things are always certain, it will be well made and designed for beauty and simplicity. This Ninja Combi is no exception. Ninja is one of those companies that take packing their product to the next level. This came in a box that had some damage to it, and I always fear that the product upon opening it will have damage, but Ninja package this air fryer/combi to w/ stand the roughest shipping in the world. Ninja says that this is a 14-1 cooker, I have only used it to air-fry, bake, and steam, and it does each of those to perfection. I’ve several different air-fryers but this has to be the cream of the crop. It is not to big, in fact its just the right size to sit on our countertop and under the upper cabinets and still have some clearance room. So don’t concern yourself about the size, it’s perfect. As far as the food that you can cook w/ this Ninja Combi, it’s endless. They include a recipe book and I tried a few and they turned out great. The food is cooked throughout and it really holds in the moisture of both pork and chicken. I was afraid it would dry out our thick cut pork chops but it didn’t. I love the “handle” if that’s what you call it that switches it from air fry/bake, etc. to Combi cooked foods. They are amazing. You receive several attachments w/ this Ninja Combi, that makes cooking simple. We have been experiencing some very hot days here in Virginia and my wife did not want to turn on the oven to cook, so we popped it (homemade pizza) into the Ninja Combi, and it was soooo good. The crust was just right and the toppings were cooked to perfection. This will really change how we cook. Our son has gone off to college and my wife and I are empty nesters, and this really, again, changes how we will cook. It’s just the right size for meals for two, but when our son comes home and our oldest w/ his family it will be a great tool to have, especially for quick foods for our grandchildren. We made frozen French fries and they were better than most restaurants out there. The outside were crispy, but the inside were tender. They were perfect. I truly have nothing bad to say about this Ninja Combi 14 in 1 Cooker, its not an air-fryer in the sense you think of air-fryers, this can do so much more. If you are in the market for a great counter top cooker, look no further than the Ninja Combi. I HIGHLY recommend it

The ninja combi oven is great appliance; it’s easy to use, cooks food well, and looks great on my countertop. The oven is built super well and feels high quality. It seems durable as it is made of high quality parts like stainless steel. The stainless steel also makes it super easy to clean. The oven also comes with three inserts: a bake sheet, a deep pan, and a crisper insert for that deep pan. I wish it would have included a wire rack but maybe that will be offered as a future accessory. The material of the pans are not covered in Teflon but they feel like they would be sort of non-stick. The best part is that they are all dishwasher safe which makes cleanup extremely easy. The controls for this unit are simple enough and there are a lot of different settings. The top the oven has a switch that flips between air fryer and oven. Depending on which way the switch is flipped, the machine will cycle through a number of presets. Regardless of what the switch is flipped to, you can set the time and the temperature with dedicated buttons. The key feature of these ovens is the ability to cook two layers of food at the same time: one layer that’s more of a crisper (for something like a chicken breast) and another layer that is more for like steaming, for something like rice or vegetables. The good news is that it performs as an oven and an air fryer equally well. First, I started with frozen chicken fingers. I followed the instructions on the package for an air fryer and it turned out exactly perfect: crunchy on the outside but still juicy on the inside. Next, I tried air frying fresh broccoli. I tossed it in (probably too much) olive oil and salt. I was surprised to see how much steam came out of it but again, they turned out perfectly. There is a pizza setting, so I decided to give it a shot. It was a 12 inch pizza and while it struggled to fit, it ultimately fit on the bake sheet. The top of the pizza came out perfectly. The bottom was cooked, but i think it would have been better if there was a wire rack I could have put it on as it was less crispy than I wanted it to be. I think a personal pizza on the crisper tray would have turned out perfectly. Overall I was impressed with the performance of this unit and it earned its place on my countertop.

The Ninja Combi All-in-One is a multicooker that sits on your countertop. It is much larger than a countertop microwave but should still fit under most cabinetry. Despite being a pretty large appliance it’s not all that heavy and therefore, I plan to keep it on the countertop only when in use. It is made well, and I think it will last many years provided it is kept clean. What works well on this appliance is in its namesake: the “combi” or combination cooking where you take a side such as pasta or rice and add a protein like chicken, beef, or fish. The pasta or rice will go into a pan at the bottom with water and the protein will go on to the tray at the top. You can also add vegetables to either the pan or tray depending on what it is and how you want it to cook. It does an impressive job of steaming rice or making pasta (complete with the sauce) without the need to boil or drain anything. One of my favorite things to make with this method is shrimp stir-fry. It is incredibly convenient to be able to put everything into one appliance and just let it do its thing. However, I did find that even when following the directions in the recipe book you may have to experiment with times and temperatures. I found it was way easier to burn or overcook something in this appliance than a regular oven, likely because it’s much smaller and can heat up much more quickly. When in doubt use a shorter time or check the food periodically until you’ve done that dish a few times and can trust the timer. While I see the benefits and conveniences of the combi cooking functionality, I was less impressed when using a single function such as air frying. This is something I do frequently for my family of four and with the Combi I quickly realized its limitations as just an air fryer. First, you need to add the included “crisper tray” to the pan used for rice. Then add your food on top. When air frying you need a way to turn the food at least once, if not more times, for the best results. With this appliance, you must pull the tray out (with an oven mitt) and then turn each piece individually as the pan is too shallow to shake. I’m used to my air fryer with its large deep basket that allows me to not only do a lot of food but also has a handle that I can grab without an oven mitt and give everything a good shake as frequently as I want. Air frying can certainly be done in the Ninja Combi but with the shallow pan I avoided turning my food, and as a result everything I attempted to air fry came out unevenly cooked. As a bonus I was able to use this machine to proof some pizza dough before baking it and a nice touch is that the light on the machine will turn on in the last minute or so of the cook. Pros Multi-functional Cooking Tool Can Cook Multiple Items Quickly Easy to Clean Includes Recipe Book Oven Light Quiet Food for Up to 4 Cons: Takes a Lot of counterspace Not the Best Air Fryer Overall – It works best when you are truly using it to cook multiple things at once. It can make things simple and convenient. It would also be great for those whose budget or kitchen space is limited. However, if you’re buying it mostly for one function, such as air frying, it may not be the best option.

I was a bit unsure about this unit when i got it. A combi unit it stated and wasn't sure how it would work. But after taking it for a few spins. This is quite the appliance to be honest. I have a full kitchen so this isn't the best for me personally but i can understand the attractions for those that have a mini kitchen/dorm room/apartment. Possibly even the work break room! Let start out with the 2 modes - air fryer and then Combi. You make the selection via a big switch on the top. I really like air fry and this was the attraction initially. It works well, does what you want. And you ahve the ability to adjust the cook temperatures and times. I usually adjust the time and wait for it to be done but I had to let this one preheat. Worked as expected - cooked a few items and all was well. Lets talk about the combo oven part - this was a bit intriguing to be honest. You could possible feed a family of four out of this but i thought it was on the small side for my family serving sizes. Although for 2 its a perfect size. We did some chicken and vegetables. It turned out quite nice, easy to setup and clean. Even did some baking in there for cinnamon roles and they were delicious. Replace your oven and airfryer into one appliance and save some room and add some other functions to your cooking. Nice and well made!

This Ninja Combi All-in-One Multi-Cooker, Oven, and Air Fryer is a game-changer. If you do not have an air fryer, or if you need an upgrade, this is the one to get. It has a larger capacity than my previous air fryers, and the see-through door lets you visually check the cooking progress. It includes a bake tray, a combi pan, and a crisper tray to handle almost anything you would want to cook. The control panel is very intuitive with simple settings for the most common uses. The Smart Switch on the top of the unit allows you to quickly change the mode to what you need. There is an included quick-start sheet to help you get going right out of the box to make a Combi meal in less than 30 minutes, even for a very unaccomplished cook like myself. There is an included inspiration guide that has a ton of recipes in it ranging from complete meals to veggies to dough to cakes to pasta to sauté to sous vide to pizza to much more. The capacity allows for up to 6 servings prepared at once depending on what you are cooking. If you are pressed for time and ideas for meals at home, get this unit. You will love it and wonder why you did not do it sooner.

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As usual this Ninja product seems heavy and solid, and is like a square block of countertop cooking marvel. It is unusual since it combines the air fryer/oven with a bottom-heating liquid-capable pan for cooking things like pasta and rice. And all at the same time. It came with a little book of ideas and recipes to get you started. I decided to cook a small batch of rice in the bottom pan with some chicken tenders in the upper section that I bake with mayo and seasoned bread crumbs and parmesan cheese. The chicken normally comes out tender with a slightly crispy outside when cooked in an oven or toaster over, or other air fryer. Well, using the combi setting, the rice and chicken were done in 20 minutes--but the steam from the rice made the chicken kind of soggy and not appealing. So some thought to be given in the future there. It worked great for heating up leftover pizza on the crisping/toasting tray. The combi setting worked fine for thawing/browning frozen pot stickers in the bottom pan while heating frozen egg rolls above. I also used it to reheat baby back ribs, the result was great. You can make toast in it, but I had to flip it over to get the toast brown on both sides. I hope I don't miss my toaster oven when it comes time to heat up taco shells.

Not a good enough, it did not meet an acceptable expectation

I’m surprised just how much I like this new cooker from Ninja. Rather than merely an air fryer or cooker, they’ve added heat to the bottom pan, and that generates steam that helps everything cook fast without drying things out. It can also be used as an air fryer, but the steam is what sets it apart. I cooked rice (regular not instant) and a thick entrée in around 10 minutes and had a meal for two. You can also throw some veggies in and have a three-course meal. To be fair, there is a short preheat time to warm the water and get the steam going, but it’s only 2-3 minutes at most. The steam not only speeds up the cooking, but it keeps the entrée moist and tasty … even if you crisp the top. I found the instructions moderately helpful at best, so plan on experimenting to figure out the many different settings and ways this combi unit cooks. I still have a lot more things to check out … roasting, simmering, combi-crisp, etc., but I’m looking forward to more fast and tasty meals. This is replacing our Ninja air fryer/roaster, and it’s highly recommended.

Before deciding to buy check ninjakitchen.com they had a ten percent coupon and around a hundred dollars of free accessories that came free. This unit can basically do everything a stove can do plus air fry and sous vide. I like to say that this machine was born to cook italian dishes that include cheese and pasta, the unusual part of this device is the steaming function which is what makes it good at things like chicken parm and any cheesey/saucey recipe that includes a pasta or rice. Be aware it works best with white rice but you can sometimes find mildly processed instant brown rice that will work with it if you don't want to use white. I made a chicken parm with banquet mega fried chicken patties and elbow macaroni or rotini came out great and took less than thirty minutes including melting the cheese. There is a bit of a learning curve to this machine and while most of my attempts have been successful had a couple of fails too...for instance don't try to make spaghetti and sauce same time that was a fail on my playbook elbows n rotini work much better. I love the air fry function for chicken of any description from wings to quarters to breasts to thigh 13 minutes per side flip once fully cooked and not too crispy on the outside even with skin. The dutch oven was great for mixing up a batch of sauce with canned ingredients came out perfect. I'm really liking this guy and the more I use it the more I learn about it. Spanish rice(aka red rice) should work well as well as a variety of casserole type dishes. Try it you'll like it. If you're low on counter space this guy fulfills many functions and so far has been easy to clean and haven't had to use the steam clean procedure provided in the manual yet because it seems the next time I use it anything baked on from the last time ends up on the bottom of the even easy to wipe out.

I really didn't think I'd like a piece of kitchen hardware this much, but I do. It's just so versatile. I haven't even got done exploring all this thing has to offer because quite frankly I don't even know what to do with some of it, like the sous-vide cooker. But here's what I can say about what I actually know how to use. The Combi Meals function is great. I've mainly made things like spaghetti and meatballs or alfredo Mac and Cheese with chopped bratwurst, but it's been really great for this. It feels like some of the flavor of the meat usually manages to get into the pasta while cooking, but what I can say for more certain is that the instructions to cook the pasta in its sauce have led to much more flavor in the pasta as well as a whole lot less time standing about and staring at a pot - which is appreciated, because I'm busy these days. The air fryer function is also nice, as is the bake option, etc. While, in my opinion, the Combi Meals and Combi Bake functions are the real stars of the show, it's just nice to have all of these functions in one machine so I don't have to have so many different appliances scattered about. The functions all work well, and selecting what you want it to do is fairly intuitive. Ninja made the entire work flow pretty easy, to be honest: pick your mode, select your temperature, hit the start button. There's also a little button to toggle the interior light, which is nice to have when you're wondering if something is getting close to done. I think my favorite thing about the Combi is that Ninja included a pretty detailed instruction manual and recipe book. There are just so many things you can cook with this! It's honestly impressive to look at, particularly since the recipes in the book are of course just a subset of what you can actually do. But the important thing is, there's enough in there that it's easy to get an understanding of what exactly this machine is capable of and start working from there. The pans included are great. The nonstick coating is just absolutely perfect. I've never had an issue trying to get them clean after making a meal. However, make sure you're careful with them - I made some pasta to share with a guest and they scratched the bottom pan with a metal spoon while filling their plate. They said that they didn't use a lot of force and were surprised when it was scratched, so I'm just avoiding using metal utensils near it at all. I imagine this is probably considered common sense for nonstick cookware, but it was something that slipped my mind and ended up leading to the thing getting scratched. I think the only thing I dislike about the Combi is that you have to be careful where you put it. There's an exhaust vent on the top, and it can put out a *lot* of steam. This can damage your cabinets if you put it under them, so I have to move it forward when I use it. Overall though, I think the Ninja Combi is an absolutely great piece of hardware. I really love having it in my kitchen, and everyone seems to like the meals I make with it when I have guests over. More than a few of my guests openly stated they were jealous and wanted one for themselves. So, yeah - I think this is a really good purchase to make. I'd *highly* recommend it.