The Ninja Foodi XL isn’t just an air fryer — it’s a second oven for people who want dinner in 20 minutes. After a month of near-daily use, it has permanently displaced my toaster oven.
Dual baskets, zero babysitting
The two 6-quart baskets can run different temperatures and times, with Smart Finish syncing everything to end together. Chicken thighs in one basket, roasted vegetables in the other: done at the same time, every time.
Cooking performance
Air-fried wings came out shatteringly crisp without oil. Frozen fries were uniformly golden. The roast function turned out a 4-pound chicken with crackling skin and juicy meat in 55 minutes.
Cleanup
Both baskets and crisper plates are non-stick and dishwasher-safe. Nothing has required more than a rinse.
Verdict
For families or anyone who cooks real food for more than one person, the Foodi XL is the best air fryer we’ve tested this year.
