Head-to-head · Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301 vs PowerXL Smokeless Grill with Turbo Smoke Extractor

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 (4.5 vs 3.7). The gap is mostly about multi-function cooks who want one appliance for grilling, air frying, and more — read the strengths below before deciding.

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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Ranked #5 in Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

PowerXL Smokeless Grill with Turbo Smoke Extractor

3.7

$225as of May 31

The PowerXL Smokeless Grill uses Turbo Speed Smoke Extractor Technology to actively remove smoke during cooking, making it one of the most effective smokeless grilling solutions available. The tempered glass lid allows monitoring without opening, and the dishwasher-safe drip tray simplifies cleanup. While it's pricier than most competitors and the extraction fan adds some noise, the PowerXL delivers on its smokeless promise for indoor cooking.

Strengths

— Turbo Speed Smoke Extractor Technology actively removes smoke
— Tempered glass lid for monitoring food
— Large cooking surface for family-sized portions

Watch-outs

— Premium price at $225
— Smoke extraction fan adds noise during operation
— Larger footprint than compact models

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How they stack up

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.

PowerXL Smokeless Grill with Turbo Smoke Extractor

The PowerXL Smokeless Grill outperforms the Hamilton Beach 25361 in smoke reduction through its active extraction technology, though it's significantly more expensive ($225 vs $80). Compared to the Philips HD6371, the PowerXL offers active smoke extraction rather than infrared technology, which means it produces some noise but may be more effective at smoke removal.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301	PowerXL Smokeless Grill with Turbo Smoke Extractor
Cooking Surface	10 x 10 in grate / 6 qt pot	Large flat surface
Power	1,760 watts	Smoke extraction fan + heating elements
Temperature Range	105°F-500°F	Adjustable
Plate Type	Ceramic-coated nonstick	Nonstick
Material	Plastic body, stainless steel grate	Stainless steel body, tempered glass lid
Dimensions	11 x 14 x 17 in	20 x 12 x in (depth varies)
Grill Type	Smokeless Indoor Grill / Air Fryer	Smokeless Indoor Grill with Smoke Extractor

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