Multi-cookers

Ninja FlexDrawer Air Fryer with 6.6L MegaZone DZ071ANZ review

Ninja FlexDrawer Air Fryer with 6.6L MegaZone DZ071ANZ

CHOICE Expert Rating

79%
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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 extra large drawer that can be divided by a removable divider. Extra large megazone or 2 small drawers.
  • 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.
  • Removable non-stick plates are easy to clean.
  • Claims to have a BPA free inner coating.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • 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 is wide and may be difficult to clean in a domestic sink.
  • No prompt to shake or turn the food.

Type

Lid, drawer or shelves
Drawer

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
79%
Performance score
85%
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
75%
Marinated chicken wings score
100%
Roast pork score
85%

Sustainability

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

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Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$400.00
Running cost per year
$39.00

Specifications

Measured exterior temperatures – controls/handle/door or lid
25°C / 28°C / 33°C
Temperature range
40 – 240°C
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
29 x 45 x 31
Weight (kg)
7.7
Claimed capacity
6.6L
Claimed power (W)
1670
Controls/indicators – type and location
Digital display, touch controls, front position
Pre-programmed settings
Variable temperature settings
Accessories supplied
2 non-stick crisper plates and a basket divider
Internal pan/bowl material
Non-stick
Website
ninjakitchen.com.au
Measured usable capacity (L)
7
Measured capacity of a cake tin
17cm round in megazone
Number of chicken nuggets that fit in the basket
30 Megazone (or 15 in each basket)
Cooking mode/s
Air fry, grill, roast, bake, reheat, dehydrate
Size of cooking basket
Extra large megazone / 2 small divided
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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