Ninja Crispi Pro AS101 (AS101DG Ash Grey; also AS101CY, AS101LG) vs Nuwave Brio Plus 8 Qt 37401
Ninja Crispi Pro AS101 (AS101DG Ash Grey; also AS101CY, AS101LG)
The short answer
Nuwave Brio Plus 8 Qt 37401 comes out ahead overall with 7.7/10 against 7.4/10 for the Ninja Crispi Pro AS101 (AS101DG Ash Grey; also AS101CY, AS101LG). Ninja Crispi Pro AS101 (AS101DG Ash Grey; also AS101CY, AS101LG) is stronger on cooking performance and cleaning and materials. Nuwave Brio Plus 8 Qt 37401 is stronger on usable capacity vs. footprint, ease of use and value. At current verified prices, the Nuwave Brio Plus 8 Qt 37401 costs about $130.00 less.
- Choose the Ninja Crispi Pro AS101 (AS101DG Ash Grey; also AS101CY, AS101LG) if: Buyers who want food to cook in uncoated glass without giving up real air-fryer crisping, and who can pay about $270.
- Choose the Nuwave Brio Plus 8 Qt 37401 if: Families of 4+ on a budget who want the most measured capacity with a ceramic basket.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Ninja Crispi Pro AS101 (AS101DG Ash Grey; also AS101CY, AS101LG) | Nuwave Brio Plus 8 Qt 37401 |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking performance | 8.3RTINGS: best small air fryer it has tested. | 7.3CR-recommended; 400°F max. |
| Usable capacity vs. footprint | 6.55.4 qt measured; 18 lb. | 8.87.1 qt measured. |
| Ease of use | 7.0Cook-and-store containers, but the glass is heavy and hot. | 7.8CR praises the controls. |
| Cleaning and materials | 8.5Main vessel is uncoated, dishwasher-safe glass. | 6.8Maker claim; TÜV claim unverified; not dishwasher-safe. |
| Build quality and safety | 6.8Burn and breakage risk from the hot glass (ATK). | 6.81-year warranty. |
| Value | 6.5Premium price. | 8.4Most measured quarts per dollar. |
Specifications
| Spec | Ninja Crispi Pro AS101 (AS101DG Ash Grey; also AS101CY, AS101LG) | Nuwave Brio Plus 8 Qt 37401 |
|---|---|---|
| Total capacity | 6 qt | 8 qt |
| Independent cooking zones | 1 zones | 1 zones |
| Form factor | Countertop base with swappable glass containers (6 qt + 2.5 qt) | Single basket/drawer |
| Rated power | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Max temperature | 450 °F | 400 °F |
| Viewing window | Yes | No |
| Built-in food thermometer | No | No |
| Wi-Fi/app control | No | No |
| Dishwasher-safe basket/parts | Yes | No |
| Basket coating / material | Borosilicate glass containers; aluminum crisper plates with nano-ceramic coating (Ninja UK/IE FAQ) | PFAS-free ceramic non-stick basket |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 12 x 12 x 13 (CR, D x W x H) | 16 x 12 x 13 (CR, D x W x H) |
| Weight | 18 lb | 12 lb |
| PFAS-free claim (source) | Ninja FAQ: all food-contact surfaces designed without PFAS and PTFE (manufacturer claim) | Nuwave manual: PFAS-free ceramic; Amazon listing cites TÜV test of 106 PFAS (seller claim, certificate not found) |
| Measured capacity (Consumer Reports) | 5.4 qt | 7.1 qt |
Ninja Crispi Pro AS101 (AS101DG Ash Grey; also AS101CY, AS101LG)
Pros
- Cooks in uncoated borosilicate glass
- Containers are dishwasher-, microwave- and freezer-safe
- RTINGS rates it the best small air fryer it tested
- Two container sizes
- Viewing window
Cons
- Premium price
- 18 lb
- Glass gets very hot
- Crisper plates are ceramic-coated, not bare
The pick for people who most want glass against their food. Good cooking, but you pay for it.
Full Ninja Crispi Pro AS101 (AS101DG Ash Grey; also AS101CY, AS101LG) review →Nuwave Brio Plus 8 Qt 37401
Pros
- 7.1 qt measured usable capacity, the most here
- Light for its size at about 12 lb
- Adjustable wattage and 5°F temperature steps
- Recommended by Consumer Reports
- Budget-friendly for the capacity
Cons
- 400°F maximum
- Basket is not dishwasher-safe
- One-year warranty
- Ceramic can wear with metal utensils or abrasive scrubbers
A strong pick for families that need space. The PFAS-free claim comes from the maker's manual, and you give up some heat and convenience for the capacity.
Full Nuwave Brio Plus 8 Qt 37401 review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Non-Toxic Air Fryers of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.