Ninja Foodi Air Fryer, 8 Qt DualZone, 6-in-1, Grey, DZ201

Owners consistently highlight the two-basket setup as a game changer, letting them cook 2 different things at once thanks to the match and sync features described by bake and match/sync functions. Many say it produces standout results, with one reviewer praising amazingly crisp outer surface and crispy skin, but incredibly moist inside , while another notes it does bacon in a few minutes and is crispy. Cleanup also earns praise, with users calling it very easy to clean and rarely needing basket washes , and several simply describe it as the best thing they've ever bought .

That said, complaints are common enough to note. Several users report uneven heating between the two baskets, with one basket acting almost like a drop warmer , and others mention it takes a lot longer to cook than a standard one-basket air fryer . Electrical issues surface too, including the unit shutting down power and some units tripping the breaker due to high wattage draw . A few reviewers flagged durability or design concerns, such as a unit that started malfunctioning after 5 months , one that felt the circular shape just doesn't work very well, and complaints that it's too loud or hard to cook things that drip.

This air fryer seems best suited for families or anyone regularly cooking multiple dishes at once — one user notes the big basket is enough to cook for a family of 4 , and another managed to fit a 2kg chicken in, though it was very snug, and found it very succulent. However, others feel the baskets run small, with comments like the basket size is too small for larger meals, suggesting it may better fit smaller households or those who value variety over sheer capacity.

On value, opinions vary. Some describe it as a worthy investment , and one user found it on sale for $140 , which seemed like a good deal. Others aren't as convinced, with one reviewer flatly stating they have the Ninja dual basket and don't love it, and another calling it not the best air fryer overall.

A few more nuanced observations came up repeatedly. Some users questioned the PTFE coating and whether it's fully chemical-safe , while others appreciated small design touches like the built-in, pluggable meat thermometer and the option in some models to remove the center divider to make one big basket. Buyers also pointed out that the DZ series is an updated version, with capacity varying between the 300 and 400 series, and one user specifically confirmed the DZ201 lacks certain features found on other models , so it's worth checking specs closely before purchase.