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Ninja Foodi FlexDrawer AF500UK vs Ninja Foodi DualZone XL

Get the Ninja FlexDrawer for a big family. Unless you'd rather have two separate drawers that are easier to wash and cost less โ€” then the DualZone XL.

Ninja Foodi FlexDrawer AF500UK
Our pick

Ninja Foodi FlexDrawer AF500UK

One huge 10.4L drawer that splits in two: a whole chicken, or chicken and chips together. The pick for big families.

Ninja Foodi DualZone XL

Ninja Foodi DualZone XL

Two drawers, two foods, ready at the same time.

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The short answer

Both cook two foods at once and finish them together. The FlexDrawer's divider comes out, turning it into one 10.4L drawer big enough for a 3kg chicken; the DualZone XL has two fixed drawers that are smaller and easier to wash.

Get the Ninja FlexDrawer if
  • โ€”You roast whole chickens or joints.
  • โ€”You cook for four or more.
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Get the DualZone XL if
  • โ€”You want easier washing.
  • โ€”You mostly cook two sides at once.
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Key differences

Biggest item
Whole 3kg chicken
Ninja FlexDrawer
Each drawer is half-size
DualZone XL
Two foods at once
Yes, with the divider
Ninja FlexDrawer
Yes
DualZone XL
Washing
Whole drawer, too big for most dishwashers
Ninja FlexDrawer
Two smaller drawers
DualZone XL

Pros and cons

Ninja Foodi FlexDrawer AF500UK
  • +10.4L drawer fits a whole chicken
  • +Splits in two for chicken and chips
  • +Easy to use
  • โˆ’The whole drawer needs washing even if you cooked in one half.
  • โˆ’Dehydrating is only average.
  • โˆ’Takes up a lot of counter.
Ninja Foodi DualZone XL
  • +Two drawers โ€” the whole meal is ready at once
  • +Big enough for a family
  • โˆ’Takes up a lot of counter โ€” wider than most people expect, so measure first.
  • โˆ’Non-stick coating wears โ€” especially with metal utensils or the dishwasher.
  • โˆ’Each drawer is narrow โ€” big items like a whole chicken or pizza don't fit.

Ready to choose?

How we reached this verdict

We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.

Sources: TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Trusted Reviews, manufacturer specifications.

Updated 21 Oct 2026How we decide