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Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301 vs Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill

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 (4.5 vs 4.3). 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 #1 in Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill

4.3

$102.99as of May 31

The Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill exceeded expectations with rapid heating, reaching over 520°F in just 10 minutes. Reviewers praised its full temperature range, compact design, and safety features like the interlock system. The long 62-inch cord offers flexibility in placement. While the grill delivers excellent sear marks and flavor, the cooking grate has minor surface imperfections and isn't dishwasher safe. This appliance is ideal for apartment dwellers or those seeking a high-performance indoor grilling solution.

Strengths

— Outperformed expectations for peak heating capacity, reaching 520°F+ in 8-10 minutes
— Full temperature range down to warming level (160°F-175°F at dial halfway)
— Compact size and modular components allow for easy storage with removable cord

Watch-outs

— Cooking grate surface had some underlying metal imperfections
— Grate is not dishwasher safe due to embedded heating element

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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.

Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill

The Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill surpasses the Ninja Foodi AG301 in peak heating capacity, reaching over 520°F compared to Ninja's 500°F. While the Ninja offers air frying functionality, the Zojirushi provides superior searing performance and a more compact footprint.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Ninja Foodi Smokeless Grill AG301	Zojirushi Indoor Electric Grill
Cooking Surface	10 x 10 in grate / 6 qt pot	112.5 sq in (12.5 x 9 in)
Power	1,760 watts	1,300 watts
Temperature Range	105°F-500°F	160°F-520°F+
Plate Type	Ceramic-coated nonstick	Titanium-ceramic nonstick
Material	Plastic body, stainless steel grate	Plastic base, metal drip pan
Dimensions	11 x 14 x 17 in	12.75 x 18.75 x 3 in
Grill Type	Smokeless Indoor Grill / Air Fryer	Indoor Electric Searing Grill

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