Updated 29 Oct 2026
Is the Ninja Air Fryer MAX AF160UK worth it?
Yes — if one basket is enough.
A 5.2L basket fits several portions or a small chicken, six programmes cover air frying to dehydrating, and Max Crisp at 240°C makes frozen food properly crunchy. It's simple to set and the basket goes in the dishwasher. It's heavier and wider than small air fryers, there's no window, and you can't cook two foods at different settings.
97%of 2,599 owners give it 4 or 5 stars
- Big 5.2L basket
- Max Crisp up to 240°C
- Simple, dishwasher-safe
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What owners say
Owners love how easy it is and that it's just the right size for one or two. The unhappy few found it too small for a family of four, or had food burn or cook unevenly.
Good to know
- No window, so you open it to check.
- No preheat or reminder to shake the food.
- The basket shape is awkward for some foods.
From 2,599 buyer ratings at Currys, every complaint read by us, November 2026. How we do this
What they love
- Easy to useMentioned a lot
- Cooks well, with crisp resultsAlso mentioned
- The right size for one or twoAlso mentioned
- Easy to cleanAlso mentioned
- Quick, and cheaper to run than the ovenAlso mentioned
- Looks good on the worktopMentioned by some
- QuietMentioned by some
What they complain about
- Burns, undercooks or cooks unevenlyVery rare
- Smaller inside than expected: not for a family of fourVery rare
Get it if…
- You cook for one to three.
- You want crisp frozen food fast.
- You want a big basket without two-drawer width.
Skip it if…
- You want the main and the side ready together.
- You want a window to watch food.
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How we reached this verdict
Woman & Home found it one of the most powerful air fryers it has tried, cooking evenly and fast, with a sturdy build and a dishwasher-safe basket; the basket shape is awkward for some foods and there's no preheat or turn reminder. GoodtoKnow found it quick to set up and easy to read, with a big 5.2L basket, but missed a window and a divider and says it works best if you check on food.
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: Woman & Home, GoodtoKnow, TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Trusted Reviews, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 29 Oct 2026How we decide