How does the Smart Cook System work?

A food thermometer plugs into the unit and you pick a protein and doneness on the dial. The grill tracks the internal temperature and tells you when the food is ready.

Does it really produce little smoke?

It produces much less smoke than a stovetop grill, but fatty foods can still smoke a little. Keep the splatter shield in place and don't overfill the grate.

Can I use it as a regular air fryer?

Yes. The 4-quart basket air fries, roasts and bakes, and the grill grate is removable so the basket can be used on its own.

Is the grill grate dishwasher safe?

The grill grate and splatter shield are best hand washed to protect the nonstick coating. The air fry basket and crisper plate are more forgiving.

How does it compare with a basic indoor grill?

The main difference is the thermometer-driven doneness control and the air fry function. A basic electric grill sears but leaves you to judge doneness yourself.

What comes in the box?

The grill unit, a grill grate, a splatter shield, a 4-quart air fry basket, a crisper plate and the Smart Cook thermometer probe.

Ninja Foodi Smart 5-in-1 Indoor Grill with 4-Quart Air Fryer

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$249.90at WalmartChecked Nov 13

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Ninja Foodi Smart 5-in-1 Indoor Grill with 4-Quart Air Fryer

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Our take on the Ninja Foodi Smart 5-in-1 Indoor Grill with 4-Quart Air Fryer

The Ninja Foodi Smart Grill is a countertop electric grill that also air fries, roasts, bakes and dehydrates. Its headline feature is the Smart Cook System: a built-in food thermometer and presets that take the guesswork out of doneness from rare to well done. Cyclonic grilling at up to 500F gives real sear marks with far less smoke than a stovetop grill, and the 4-quart air fry basket handles frozen fries and wings. It suits apartment cooks and anyone who wants grilled food year-round without firing up an outdoor grill.

Best forApartment and condo cooks without an outdoor grillPeople who want steak cooked to an exact donenessFamilies air frying and grilling in one applianceYear-round indoor grilling

Pros

Built-in thermometer hits target doneness without guessing
500F grilling leaves real sear marks
Noticeably less smoke than pan or stovetop grilling
Air fry, roast, bake and dehydrate in the same unit
Large 4-quart air fry capacity for a family

Cons

Bulky footprint takes up counter space
Grill grate and splatter shield need hand washing
Preheating adds time to quick meals
Thermometer probe and its cable need careful handling

Ninja Foodi Smart 5-in-1 Indoor Grill with 4-Quart Air Fryer prices at every store

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What reviewers say

4.9 / 592 ratings

Owners rate it very highly, with the smart thermometer and low smoke standing out as the reasons they keep using it. Most complaints center on cleanup of the grill parts and the space it occupies.

What people mention

Doneness accuracyPraisedOwners say the probe and presets deliver the doneness they pick, especially for steak.
SmokePraisedReviewers report far less smoke indoors than a stovetop grill or broiler.
CleaningCriticisedThe grill grate and splatter shield are hand-wash items and owners find them tedious.
SizeMixedThe 4-quart basket fits family portions, but the unit itself is large for small kitchens.
Air fryingPraisedFries and wings come out crisp, so owners use it as an air fryer as much as a grill.

About the Ninja Foodi Smart 5-in-1 Indoor Grill with 4-Quart Air Fryer

The Ninja Foodi Smart 5-in-1 Indoor Grill is an electric indoor grill that also works as a 4-quart air fryer. It sears and grills food, and it air fry crisps.

It uses 500°F Cyclonic Grilling Technology to grill indoors year-round, and it is virtually smoke free. The Smart Cook System lets you choose a doneness from rare to well done with the touch of a button, without guesswork.

Color: Black
Air fryer capacity: 4 quarts
Grilling technology: 500°F Cyclonic Grilling Technology
Doneness control: Smart Cook System, rare to well done

Specifications

color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

How does the Smart Cook System work?: A food thermometer plugs into the unit and you pick a protein and doneness on the dial. The grill tracks the internal temperature and tells you when the food is ready.
Does it really produce little smoke?: It produces much less smoke than a stovetop grill, but fatty foods can still smoke a little. Keep the splatter shield in place and don't overfill the grate.
Can I use it as a regular air fryer?: Yes. The 4-quart basket air fries, roasts and bakes, and the grill grate is removable so the basket can be used on its own.
Is the grill grate dishwasher safe?: The grill grate and splatter shield are best hand washed to protect the nonstick coating. The air fry basket and crisper plate are more forgiving.
How does it compare with a basic indoor grill?: The main difference is the thermometer-driven doneness control and the air fry function. A basic electric grill sears but leaves you to judge doneness yourself.
What comes in the box?: The grill unit, a grill grate, a splatter shield, a 4-quart air fry basket, a crisper plate and the Smart Cook thermometer probe.
Where is the Ninja Foodi Smart 5-in-1 Indoor Grill with 4-Quart Air Fryer cheapest?: At Walmart, for $249.90, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Ninja Foodi Smart 5-in-1 Indoor Grill with 4-Quart Air Fryer?: Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 92 ratings.