Head-to-head · Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361 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 clear margin (3.8 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 #4 in Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361

3.8

$89.95as of May 31

The Hamilton Beach 25361 Electric Indoor Searing Grill is a budget-friendly option for indoor grilling with a large 118 sq. in. cooking surface and adjustable temperature control up to 450°F. The extra-large drip tray helps manage fat and reduce smoke, while the viewing window allows monitoring without opening the lid. While it doesn't have dedicated smokeless technology, it's a solid entry-level option for those who want indoor grilling without the premium price.

Strengths

— Extra-large drip tray to manage fat and smoke
— Viewing window for monitoring food without opening the lid
— Adjustable temperature control to 450°F for high-heat searing

Watch-outs

— No smokeless certification — reduces smoke but doesn't eliminate it
— Plastic components near heat source
— Temperature control is analog, not digital

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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

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361

The Hamilton Beach 25361 offers the largest cooking surface on this list at 118 sq. in., making it ideal for larger families. It's significantly more affordable than the Ninja Foodi AG301 ($80 vs $220) but lacks the multi-functionality and smokeless technology. Compared to the George Foreman Smokeless, the Hamilton Beach provides a flat cooking surface better suited for steaks and larger cuts.

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	Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361	Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301
Cooking Surface	118 sq. in.	10 x 10 in grate / 6 qt pot
Power	1,500 watts	1,760 watts
Temperature Range	Adjustable to 450°F	105°F-500°F
Plate Type	PFAS-free removable nonstick	Ceramic-coated nonstick
Material	Stainless steel	Plastic body, stainless steel grate
Dimensions	12.4 x 16.73 x 6.81 in	11 x 14 x 17 in
Grill Type	Electric Indoor Searing Grill	Smokeless Indoor Grill / Air Fryer

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