Head-to-head · Best Air Fryers Under $200

Ninja AF101 4-Quart Air Fryer vs Ninja Crispi glass air fryer

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

Verdict is reader-supported. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Some links on this page are affiliate links — if you click through and buy, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Our ratings are sourced from independent publications, not sponsors.

The short answer

Ninja Crispi glass air fryer comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.6 vs 4.5). Ninja Crispi glass air fryer is best for: Visual cooks who want to monitor their food. Read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #3 in Best Air Fryers Under $200

Ninja AF101 4-Quart Air Fryer

4.5

1 source$104.99as of Oct 16

The Ninja 4-Quart Air Fryer earns top marks for reliable cooking performance and ease of use, with TechGearLab praising its consistent crisping and straightforward interface. It excels across multiple food types, from tater tots to chicken, and maintains nearly perfect temperature accuracy.

Strengths

— Excellent frying and crisping performance that consistently delivers delicious results
— User-friendly interface with physical buttons providing tactile feedback and reliable operation, per TechGearLab
— Nearly perfect temperature accuracy for consistent cooking results, according to TechGearLab

Watch-outs

— Temperature controls adjust in irregular increments (5-15 degrees), making precise control difficult, TechGearLab reports
— Crisping plate has grooves and holes that TechGearLab says make cleaning slightly more challenging than ideal

$104.99 · Check Price on Amazon Full review →

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Air Fryers Under $200

Ninja Crispi glass air fryer

4.6

2 sourcesall derived$152.95as of Oct 11

The Ninja Crispi glass air fryer delivers fast, crispy results with its rapid heating and glass basket that lets users monitor cooking progress. Reviewers noted its versatility in preparing various foods including chicken wings, fries, and salmon, with the added convenience of prepping meals in the fridge and cooking later. The inclusion of multiple container sizes and recipe guidance enhances usability, though the limited container options may be a drawback for some users. This appliance suits those wanting a straightforward, efficient air frying experience with visual control over the cooking process.

Strengths

— Glass basket allows for monitoring food while cooking
— Rapid heating and quick cooking times
— Re crisping function for reheating leftovers

Watch-outs

— Limited to specific container sizes for different food quantities

$152.95 · Check Price on Amazon Full review →

Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.

How they stack up

Ninja AF101 4-Quart Air Fryer

The Ninja 4-Quart Air Fryer has four preset modes and physical buttons, where the Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart Air Fryer has six cooking functions on a touchscreen with dial and the Cosori Turboblaze 6.0-Quart Smart Air Fryer has nine functions on a digital touchscreen. Its 4-quart capacity is smaller than the 6 quarts of both. Its crisping plate's grooves and holes make cleaning slightly harder.

Ninja Crispi glass air fryer

The Ninja Crispi glass air fryer has a glass basket that lets food be watched as it cooks. Mumsnet lists its containers and plates as dishwasher-safe, as are the Cosori Turboblaze 6.0-Quart Smart Air Fryer's basket and crisper grate. Its modes are air frying with a recrisp feature, against four preset modes on the Ninja 4-Quart Air Fryer and nine functions on the Cosori, and it costs more than both.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Ninja AF101 4-Quart Air Fryer	Ninja Crispi glass air fryer
Capacity	4 quarts	2.5-quart and 6-quart
Cooking Modes	4 (Air Fry, Roast, Reheat, Dehydrate)	Air frying with recrisp feature
Controls	Physical buttons	four buttons and one dial
Temperature Range	105-400°F	—
Dimensions	13.6"D x 11"W x 13.3"H	13.38"D x 11.96"W x 13.58"H
Material	Ceramic	glass
Power	1,550 watts	1500-watt

← See the full ranking of best air fryers under $200