Head-to-head · Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

George Foreman Smokeless Grill GRD6090B vs Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.2 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about multi-function cooks who want one appliance for grilling, air frying, and more — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #3 in Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

George Foreman Smokeless Grill GRD6090B

4.2

$79.95as of May 31

The George Foreman GRD6090B Smokeless Grill brings the brand's signature contact-grilling design to smokeless indoor cooking. With digital Smart Select controls and up to 85% less smoke, it's ideal for families of 4-6 who want quick, smoke-free indoor grilling. The contact design cooks food from both sides simultaneously, cutting cooking time in half. While it's less versatile than flat-top models, the George Foreman excels at burgers, chicken, and sandwiches.

Strengths

— Digital Smart Select controls with touch-sensitive panel
— Up to 85% less smoke than traditional grilling
— Contact grilling cooks food from both sides simultaneously

Watch-outs

— Contact design limits versatility — can't grill flat items like steaks as easily
— Smaller cooking surface than dedicated flat-top models
— Price at $80 is mid-range for a contact grill

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Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301

4.5

$219.99as of May 31

The Ninja Foodi AG301 Smokeless Grill is the most versatile smokeless indoor grill on this list, combining cyclonic grilling with air frying, roasting, baking, and dehydrating. Its 500°F cyclonic air technology produces char-grilled marks with virtually no smoke, making it ideal for indoor use. The 6-quart cooking pot and 4-quart crisper basket provide ample capacity for families. While it's pricier and larger than dedicated smokeless grills, the multi-functionality justifies the investment for cooks who want one appliance to replace several.

Strengths

— 5-in-1 functionality: grill, air fry, roast, bake, dehydrate
— Cyclonic Grilling Technology with 500°F superhot air for Surround Searing
— 6-quart cooking pot + 4-quart crisper basket for versatile cooking

Watch-outs

— Larger footprint (11 x 14 x 17 in) than dedicated smokeless grills
— Higher price point at $220 vs. dedicated smokeless models
— Air fry basket reduces grill grate size to 10 x 10 in

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How they stack up

George Foreman Smokeless Grill GRD6090B

The George Foreman Smokeless GRD6090B outperforms the PowerXL Smokeless Grill in smoke reduction (85% less) and convenience, though the PowerXL offers a larger flat cooking surface. Compared to the Philips HD6371, the George Foreman is more affordable and compact but lacks the infrared technology.

Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301

The Ninja Foodi AG301 outperforms the Philips Smokeless Indoor Grill in versatility with its 5-in-1 functionality, though the Philips offers a more traditional smokeless grilling experience. Compared to the George Foreman Smokeless, the Ninja provides significantly more cooking modes and a larger capacity.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	George Foreman Smokeless Grill GRD6090B	Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301
Cooking Surface	Contact grill plates	10 x 10 in grate / 6 qt pot
Power	1,500 watts	1,760 watts
Temperature Range	Digital Smart Select	105°F-500°F
Plate Type	Nonstick contact plates	Ceramic-coated nonstick
Material	Stainless steel body	Plastic body, stainless steel grate
Dimensions	8.5 x 7.5 x 5.75 in	11 x 14 x 17 in
Grill Type	Smokeless Contact Indoor Grill	Smokeless Indoor Grill / Air Fryer

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