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Ninja XXXL FlexDrawer Air Fryer AF500 review

Ninja XXXL FlexDrawer Air Fryer AF500

CHOICE Expert Rating

80%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Large capacity accommodates two whole chickens.
  • Excellent result for dual basket cooking.
  • Fairly easy to comprehend controls.
  • Control panel is positioned at the front and slightly slanted for easy viewing.
  • Divider/Twin baskets: One large drawer that can be divided by a removable divider plate and used as an megazone.
  • Can adjust time and temperature during cooking.
  • Comprehensive instructions with temperature setting guide and recipe booklet.
  • On/off press control has a contrast colour.
  • Removable non-stick cooking plates, the plates have a small grip area to aid in removing the plate from the drawer.
  • Controls have written labelling.
  • Sync u0026 match mode. Sync mode will sync the two zones to end cooking at the same time. Match mode will match the time and temperature to each zone.
  • Removable cooking guides for sync and match cooking on the sides of the unit.
  • Audible sound when timer ends.
  • Removable non-stick plates are easy to clean.
  • Claims BPA free.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • No viewing window.
  • Unit is a large rectangular, symmetrical shape. May not fit easily into a cupboard. Takes up bench space. No handles on unit to assist in lifting.
  • The drawer has a handle that curves around the drawer, however limited grip and no non-slip grip.
  • One large drawer which is heavy with load.
  • No pre-programmed settings for different foods, only pre-set functions.
  • Some cracks and crevices around controls and dials can trap residue.
  • Difficult to clean and access around exposed element and metal lining. Over time may cause residue to burn on and cause the unit to expel unpleasant odours and smoke during use.
  • Large pull out drawer with a non-stick coating. Drawer may be difficult to clean in a domestic sink, wide.
  • No prompt to shake or turn the food.

Type

Lid, drawer or shelves
Drawer

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
80%
Performance score
86%
Ease of use score
70%
General ease of use
70%
Ease of using the controls
75%
Ease of cleaning
65%
Crumbed chicken score
80%
Frozen straight-cut chips score
80%
Marinated chicken wings score
100%
Roast pork score
85%

Sustainability

Shop Ethical rating
C
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin
China

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$600.00
Running cost per year
$39.00

Specifications

Measured exterior temperatures – controls/handle/door or lid
24°C / 30°C / 48°C
Temperature range
30 – 200°C
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
33 x 48 x 29
Weight (kg)
8.9
Claimed capacity
10.4L or 2 x 5.2L
Claimed power (W)
1670
Controls/indicators – type and location
Press controls and dial, digital display, front position
Pre-programmed settings
Variable temperature settings
Accessories supplied
Non-stick crisper plates, non-stick drawer and removable divider
Internal pan/bowl material
Non-stick
Website
ninjakitchen.com.au
Measured usable capacity (L)
10
Measured capacity of a cake tin
Not measured
Number of chicken nuggets that fit in the basket
Not measured
Cooking mode/s
Not checked
Size of cooking basket
Not measured
PFAS and PTFE-free claims

Features

Rotating basket
Timer cut-out
Dishwasher safe
Twin basket
Yes – 1 drawer can be divided
Viewing window

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