Ninja Air Fryer Pro: questions before you buy
Yes — for one or two people.
Small, simple and cheap. Ideal for one or two people.
We earn a commission from these links.
How many people does it cook for?
One or two. Ninja says the 5-quart basket fits up to 4 lb of fries, but a full meal for a family means cooking in batches. For three or more, get a bigger or two-basket air fryer.
Will a whole chicken fit?
A small one. Ninja doesn't list a chicken size for the US model; the UK version, with the same-size 4.7 L (5 qt) drawer, is rated for a chicken up to 1 kg (about 2 lb).
Is the basket dishwasher safe?
Ninja's US page only says the basket and crisper plate are nonstick and easy to clean. On the UK version, the same parts are dishwasher safe.
How hot does it get?
Up to 400°F.
What can it cook besides air frying?
It has four settings: Air Fry, Roast, Reheat and Dehydrate. There's no Bake or Max Crisp button and no manual mode — you pick a setting, then change the time and temperature.
Will it fit under my kitchen cupboards?
Very likely. Ninja lists it at about 10.6 in tall, 11.3 in wide and 14.8 in deep.
How much electricity does it use?
It's rated at 1,750 W. In Expert Reviews' test it used about 0.6 kWh in an hour at 200°C (about 390°F), so a 20-minute cook uses roughly 0.2 kWh.
Does it remind you to shake the food?
No. It beeps when the time is up, but there's no shake reminder, so set a separate timer if you want to shake halfway.
What's the difference between the UK and US versions?
The UK model is the AF140UK: 4.7 L, up to 210°C, 240 V and a 2-year guarantee. The US model is the AF141: 5 qt, up to 400°F, 120 V and a 1-year warranty. Buy the one made for your country — they run on different mains voltages.
Should I get this or the Ninja DualZone?
Get the Air Fryer Pro if you cook for one or two and want something small and cheap. Get the DualZone if you cook for three or more or want a main and a side ready at the same time.
Answers from Ninja UK: AF140UK, Ninja US: AF141 and Expert Reviews. We don't test products ourselves.