Ninja DZ201 Foodi DualZone 2-Basket Air Fryer 8 Qt
- 8 quart total capacity, two 4 quart baskets
- 1690 watts, 110 volts
- 450 °F max, 40 °C min temperature
- Two independent baskets cook two foods at once
- Smart Finish times both baskets to end together
- Match Cook copies one setting to both zones
- 6 programs: air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, dehydrate
- 13.86 x 15.63 x 12.4 inches, 17.9 pounds
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A two-basket air fryer for households that want two different foods done at the same moment without stacking batches. It takes real counter space and pulls high wattage, so a small kitchen may not have room for it.
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ASIN: B089TQWJKKModel: DZ201Category: Air Fryers
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Overview
On a kitchen counter, the Ninja DZ201 splits cooking into two separate baskets so two dishes can run at once instead of one after the other. Each side has its own settings, and the Smart Finish feature staggers the timing so both baskets end together. Touch controls run six programs, from air frying to dehydrating.
Two baskets that finish together solve the usual air fryer problem of cooking in relays, and Match Cook removes the guesswork when both sides hold the same food. The unit is wide and heavy for a countertop appliance, and it draws high wattage, so it needs a clear spot and a circuit that can carry it.
Who it's for
Cooks feeding several people who want a protein on one side and vegetables on the other at the same finish time. A single person reheating one portion will not use the second basket.
Pros and cons
- Two baskets cook separate foods at once
- Smart Finish ends both zones together
- Match Cook copies settings across zones
- Six programs cover frying to dehydrating
- Wide footprint needs open counter space
- High wattage limits what else runs on the circuit
- No temperature probe listed
- No rotisserie function listed
Performance notes
Each basket runs its own program, so results depend on how full each side is loaded and how the two timers are coordinated through Smart Finish. Crowding a basket blocks airflow and softens the crisping, while the dehydrate program runs low and slow for a long stretch.
Specifications
| Brand | Ninja |
|---|---|
| Model | DZ201 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 17.9 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 8 quarts |
| Max Temperature Setting | 450 °F |
| Min Temperature Setting | 104 °F |
| Output Wattage | 1690 watts |
| Wattage | 1690 watts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 2 |
| Other details | |
| Control type | Push Button, Touch |
| Air Frying Technology | DualZone Technology |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Bake, Broil, Defrost, Dehydrate, Reheat |
| Special Features | Programmable |
| Product Care Instructions | Dishwasher Safe |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ninja DZ201 a pressure cooker or a multi-cooker?
No. It is a 6-in-1 air fryer with two baskets. The programs are air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat and dehydrate, and there is no pressure lid or pressure cooking mode.
What comes in the box with the Ninja DZ201?
The main unit with the six programmable cooking functions, two 4 quart cooking baskets, two nonstick crisper plates, and 15 chef-inspired recipes with additional meal options and cooking charts.
Can the two baskets be used at different temperatures?
Yes. The baskets are independent, and Smart Finish manages the timing so both foods finish at the same time. Match Cook copies one zone's setting to the other when both sides hold the same food.
Does the Ninja DZ201 need a special outlet?
It runs on 110 volts and draws 1690 watts, so it should have a circuit with enough headroom that other high draw appliances are not running on it at the same time.