Ninja Foodi 5-in-1 Indoor Grill and Air Fryer
- 4-quart crisper basket
- Up to 500 F with surround searing
- GrillControl settings low, medium, high, max from 105 to 500 F
- 1760 watts, specs list 230 volts
- 19 x 18 x 15 inches
- Dishwasher-safe grill gate, crisper basket, cooking pot
Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An indoor grill that also air crisps, roasts, bakes and dehydrates, with smoke control for use in the kitchen. The voltage and weight in the listing do not agree, so check both before buying.
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ASIN: B08KDL8YZFCategory: Electric Grills
Overview
Not an open grill plate and not a plain basket fryer, the Ninja Foodi is a closed lid indoor grill that also air crisps. A heated grill gate marks food while rapid air circulation sears it from above.
Char marks indoors without much smoke is the reason to own it, helped by a splatter shield and a cool air zone. The listing has gaps and conflicts: the specs give an overseas style voltage, and two different weights appear.
Who it's for
Renters with no balcony grill and cooks who want crisp food in winter get grill marks and air frying in one unit. Those with very limited counter space should consider a compact basket fryer.
Pros and cons
- Grill marks indoors
- Smoke control features
- Air crisps as well as grills
- Removable parts go in the dishwasher
- Voltage listed as 230 volts
- Weight figures conflict
- Bulky footprint on the counter
Performance notes
Searing comes from the hot grill gate underneath and fast moving air above, so preheating the gate fully gives darker marks. The cool air zone and splatter shield keep grease from burning, which is what cuts smoke. Crowding the grate lowers its temperature and leaves pale marks.
Specifications
| Brand | Ninja |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 29.30 pounds per bullets; specs say 22.4 pounds |
| Item dimensions d x W x h | 19 x 18 x 15 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 4-quart crisper basket |
| Wattage | 1760 watts |
| Max temperature setting | 500 F |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 230 Volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Has nonstick coating | Yes |
| Included components | |
| Included components | Grill gate, crisper basket, cooking pot, splatter shield |
| Other details | |
| Control method | Touch |
| Product care instructions | Dishwasher Safe |
| Cooking functions | Grill, roast, bake, dehydrate, air crisp |
| Grill settings | Low, medium, high, max, 105 to 500 F |
Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Ninja Foodi BG500A?
A removable grill gate, a crisper basket and a cooking pot, plus a splatter shield. The gate, basket and pot are dishwasher safe.
Does the Ninja Foodi BG500A smoke indoors?
The temperature controlled grill gate, splatter shield and cool-air zone are designed to reduce smoke.
Will the Ninja Foodi BG500A work on a US outlet?
The specs list 230 Volts. Confirm the voltage on the unit or with the seller before buying for a standard US outlet.
Is the Ninja Foodi BG500A just a grill?
No. It also roasts, bakes, dehydrates and air crisps.