What to know about Ninja AF181
Why it stands out
Why we like it
Ninja says the basket holds about 5 pounds of fries. It sells for a mid-priced figure at major retailers and suits families who prefer one large basket to two zones.
What to know
Score breakdown
How crisp, even and fast results are on fries, wings and chicken in independent tests, including temperature accuracy and whether large loads cook through.
How much food fits in a single layer (cutlets, fries, whole chicken) relative to the counter space the unit takes; dual-zone flexibility counts here.
Intuitive controls, presets that work, shake reminders, auto-pause when the basket is removed, readable display, noise level.
Dishwasher-safe basket and crisper plate, coating durability, PFAS/PTFE transparency, how hard the basket and crisper are to scrub.
Sturdiness, exterior and handle temperatures, reliability complaints, recalls and warranty length.
Performance and features per dollar at typical street price, including how often it is discounted.
Ninja AF181 specs
Capacity
- Total capacity
- 6.5 qt
- Independent cooking zones
- 1 zones
Design
- Form factor
- Single basket
- Dimensions (L x W x H)
- 14.6 x 11.3 x 12.0 in
Performance
- Rated power
- 1750 W
- Max temperature
- 450 °F
Features
- Viewing window
- No
- Built-in food thermometer
- No
- Wi-Fi/app control
- No
Cleaning
- Dishwasher-safe basket/parts
- Yes
- Basket coating / material
- Nonstick
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| Retailer | Price | Availability | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AmazonLowest | $99.99 $179.99 | In Stock | View deal |
| Walmart |
$119.99
Last known price — verified Oct 24, 2026; may have changed |
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| Best Buy |
$119.99
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Based on 5 retailer price observations captured during the last 90 days.