Do not put the drip pan below the heating elements, put it in the slot just above the heating elements for obvious reasons. You don't want food & grease dripping on the heating elements. I Have had mine for a couple of weeks & so far it works great. My only negative is the white paint on the Power switch & the On/off switch has already worn off. Unfortunately Ninja is made in China so hopefully it lasts at least 2-3 years.
This is one of the best reviews I've seen. A little suggestion though. I noticed on my cuisinart fryer a lot of splatter was getting onto the top and upper elements. I purchased a 2nd fryer basket direct form Ninja (it's cheaper than Amazon) and I put it ABOVE what I am cooking. This catches almost all of the upwards splatter and does not interfere with air flow.
This is the tip I'm looking for. Bc cleaning the top and those upper elements has to be such a difficult thing to do in any air/oven. I was hoping the elements could be removed for easier clean-up. Like the heating elements (the eye) of the older styled electric stove-tops.
I am on my 3rd AirFryer and each has its Pros and Cons, and I am ready to replace them with my next. I have been torn with so many models with lots of research and I use your reviews since they are so detailed and honest, Thank you. I wish the makers of AirFryers would consult with you to make the uber AirFryer
Can I ask which has been your favorite and which to avoid, and why?? I'm assuming the Pros outweigh the Cons bc you continue to use the Air Fryers, no doubt bc the food benefits are worth it, as are the conveniences of using.
Best oven for baking all kinds of breads and cakes! This is never mentioned anywhere, even on Ninja's website! I might have made the biggest mistake, but I was the luckiest since my Caso Stem Chef was a disaster for breads! I could not have made a better decision. Thanks for your review from Tel Aviv!
Yes!! Let us talk about that pizza function!!!!! I just bought mine a few weeks ago, was craving a jacks pizza something fierce, that pizza function is LIFE!!!!! And the Toast setting shade 4, is perfect for any sandwich melt!!! I pretty much quit using my oven, and semi quit using my stove as well!!! This has been a life changer!!!!
How has this worked for you on the road? I intend on getting my cdl's soon and am always interested in the different ways of life on the road people find or adapt to. Especially with cooking.
Very thorough, helpful review. This (and your 30day review) was the clincher for my buying the XL Air Pro. Your calm, sharing, authentic demeanor is admirable. Mucho thanks.
Amazing review. Extremely detailed with the kind of information that you often don't find in other reviews. people do need to know how large or small the interior dimensions are before they buy, and temperature is critical also. Some ovens claim to do 450 but don't go much beyond 400.
Do not put the drip pan below the heating elements, put it in the slot just above the heating elements for obvious reasons. You don't want food & grease dripping on the heating elements. I Have had mine for a couple of weeks & so far it works great. My only negative is the white paint on the Power switch & the On/off switch has already worn off. Unfortunately Ninja is made in China so hopefully it lasts at least 2-3 years.
In the newer version of the ninja foodie xl, they've removed the fan guard, which gives it a little more depth... you're a good man... be blessed always.
Thank you Sir for your expertise and well appreciated patience for informing the buyer of the unknown details in this Ninja 201 oven and the possibilities to consider as a self-made chef. I cook outside, inside, hot coals, smoking pellets, propane, you name it I love it! I have a Ninja kitchen. Coffee pot, pressure cooker, inside grill, air fryers out the ying yang and now I have the 201 oven. The only cooker left is Lightning and that will take some serious thought. Where you gonna buy it let alone harness it? Good video!
I was going to replace my Breville with this model Ninja but a lot of disappointing performance you pointed out. Thank you for saving me a headache. Great video 🙏🙏🙏Thank You🙏💕
Darnell thank you for another outstanding and very detailed review. I really enjoyed your review and now have this on my want list for future purchases.
Thanks for taking the time to do this review. This made me wanna get it versus the other ones. I was considering the Emeril Lagasse oven until I seen this
Great review. The rear fan makes it unique as the speed is controlled by the setting you have selected. It is also a 3rd heat source to work like a rotisserie when cooking roasts and whole chickens etc. Also this is what eliminates the need to rotate the food like other ovens. Feature is highlighted right on the box.
Thank you for confirming that it doesn't preheat to the set temperature in 90 seconds. I exchanged my Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Oven because it took 10 minutes to reach 450 degrees, NOT 90 seconds. My second Ninja also took 10 minutes to reach the 450 degrees. Disappointed that the advertised 90 second preheat time is a bit misleading. 🤷♂️
Excellent and very thorough review....Thank you very much. I just ordered the Ninja...to go with my Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker....I've been very impressed with Ninja products... Thanks again for the detailed review....you covered everything. Very well done....like the toast...LOL
Thank you for such a thorough review. It has helped me to make up my mind if I should buy it. At this point it’s negative. They didn’t include rotisserie.
Thanks for such a comprehensive review. The comparisons side by side with other brands was very helpful. I wish you had put it next to the Nuwave Smart Oven XL only because that is the other cooker I am considering.
As I said, the Cuisinart Chef's Convection Toaster Oven is the exact same size as the NuWave Bravo XL Smart Oven Air Fryer. Please see: th-cam.com/video/NTzo4n1WgBI/w-d-xo.html So you saw and didn't realize it.
Think I have settled on this one or the shorter. But think I definitely want to be able to put a whole chicken in and be able to fry two trays of stuff. Saw one in person and the XL pro isn't as big as I was expecting it to be. Think I will be going this route. Great looking machine to boot.
Great review.. would like to see you do some of your own recipes with this oven 🙂 Another good thing is I didn't see this ones racks falling like the other one you reviewed.. lol
The 90 second preheat claim stated on the box is very misleading. I and I’m sure other people would naturally think that means it would reach your target temperature in that time. But in reality after the 90 second preheat the oven has only reached 135°F approx. For an example it will take 10-minutes approximately to reach a target temperature of 450°F Just trying to clarify this point.
Great review! I'm having a hard time on which appliance I should get. I was originally going to go with the smaller Ninja oven, my brother has it & loves it. But I have a family of 4 and saw this newer bigger model.. Im stuck..lol
Don't like the buttons on the handle at all, I still haven't bought one each new version of these products improves in some ways just not enough for me yet. I do love the reviews very informing, thank you sooo much.
Check out the Instant Pot Omni plus. You may like that design of toaster/ air fryer. It is large and works well. I have both the Omni Plus and Vortex plus. I use my Vortex plus for almost everything but, I love them both.
Thanks again for your time and video. I did pickup the Cuisinart Chefs convection oven 1800 watt 15-1. How would compare this Ninja to the Cuisinart Chefs? The warranty on the Cuisinart I believe is 3 year limited so that would be a plus, right? Anyway thank you for your review. Have a great and safe day.
Other than the burnt area, for me that toast is perfect. But taking 5 minutes to toast a couple slices of bread is a big deal for me. I like the idea of making 4 slices of toast at once tho, and to have the bread fully toasted w/o toaster lines is probably worth the extra minute or so. (And a 4-slice toaster takes up a lot of space on a counter, too.) I like the addition of time while baking to complete the process as shown w/ the crescent rolls.. As far as the chicken bites, they typically use a higher temp and more time in any conventional oven bc they start out frozen. But also need to remember they tend to dry out quickly when baking. So I would not walk away from them. Can you smell foods as they are "cooking"? And does the air fryer retain any odors like a microwave does, even with regular cleaning?? Thank you!!
Thinking about mounting this in a boat where the gimbal oven is. After running for an hour how hot is the top, back, and sides? Your video was very brief on this for our needs, but awesome video.
An easier way to measure the side to side and front to back interior dimensions might be to measure the cooking racks and subtract out maybe half an inch for the slots where the racks slide in.
If you get a chance could you do a comparison with the ninja foodi air fry oven to the ones you have already done. I believe it's the one that flips up. I like your reviews because they are very detailed and you compare other air fryers. Thank you.
For me this oven on 450 bake will not get past 400. And most modes it takes a super long time to heat because it's just using the heating element around the fan and not the upper and lower elements. Reheat is the fastest heating mode because it uses the upper and lower on max. With the strange preheat on top of that you can't use this thing reliably without your own thermometer.
As always, a very comprehensive review, Darnell. Just wondering if your Ninja XL Pro oven came with a temperature probe for cooking whole roasts? I do see that you used your own ambient probe for this video, which I'm assuming can be used to monitor temps for whole roasts, IDK. I watched one particular video prepared by the Ninja company illustrating how to use their temp probe with this machine. They showed that there is an input spot for the jack underneath the handle on the right-hand side. However, many of the videos I've viewed for this oven, unboxings, etc., do not include any with the probe supposedly "provided" by Ninja. Can you share any information? Thank you for your informative videos.
The Ninja Foodi Grill XL has that right where you mentioned. I show it here: th-cam.com/video/2w9vZTOyV14/w-d-xo.html The Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Oven doesn't.
@@WaveOvenRecipes I was finally able to find the Foodi XL Smart Air Oven Pro, model # DT251, that does include the temperature probe. It's selling on Amazon for $299.99. Really didn't want to spend that much money for that. The videos I watched including yours convinced me to buy this particular unit w/o the temp probe, so I purchased the same model that you own from BB&B at a sale price of $239.99 plus I had a 20% coupon that I used. Ended up being a good price for this item after it was all said and done. With the money I saved, I bought a probe thermometer with the wire connection, very similar to the one you used in one of your other videos from Amazon for less than $20. Just had my oven delivered, can't wait to get started & see what this baby can cook up!
Yeah they sell the higher cost one with the probe only on Amazon for now. I wasn't aware of it earlier. Since I pre-ordered before it was available. I agree with you though, no need to pay extra.👍🏿
I wonder how it is on dehydrating that's what I wanted to find out you did a very good job on the review you cook more than I would have ended or I might I have decided on getting one yet is there a way that you can tell me how is on dehydrating thank you
Thanks for a great review.... I just got mine and I just open and did the burn out. Quick couple questions, is yours even after turning it off but still plug in, the machine still running? Also, mine doesn't fan cover, have you heard or find out from others why some of it doesn't have fan cover (i am wondering may be because I bought mine in amazon and not in ninja website). Does the fan cover does help in cleaning or you prefer with no fan cover (I just want to see if I am missing a lot without fan. Any response is highly appreciated.
th-cam.com/video/NRvwxFHJjLM/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/Iuwaj6_H74A/w-d-xo.html You cannot have a fan cover, they don't make them anymore, their choice, because they decided to remove it. You cannot add one either.
I wonder if it is exactly the same as the one in the UK, Ninja Foodi [DT200EU]...or similar. Cannot find any reviews from the UK or other european countries...
Do not put the drip pan below the heating elements, put it in the slot just above the heating elements for obvious reasons. You don't want food & grease dripping on the heating elements. I Have had mine for a couple of weeks & so far it works great. My only negative is the white paint on the Power switch & the On/off switch has already worn off. Unfortunately Ninja is made in China so hopefully it lasts at least 2-3 years.
The drip pan stays on the bottom. If you have something that will drip grease. This is how you handle it: th-cam.com/video/RtLswCh2ZnA/w-d-xo.html I made a video about the paint: th-cam.com/video/w0WqbPt6IC4/w-d-xo.html
Outstanding review! Thank you! Is this the same one as your link takes you to (DT201)? The dimensions listed on Amazon says it's 20" wide, but your measurements show it being smaller than that. I like the size that you're measuring (less than 18") but 20" won't fit. Thank you again!
I would like to see that temp test with the bake function. Baking is exact. I don't mind if I'm cooking chicken wings and it's running a little higher temp.
May I ask. How hot does this thing get on the bottom when it is running. Should I be concerned it scorches or melts and standard (non stone) countertop?
@@WaveOvenRecipes Ty so much. Looking to replace our Power Air fryer Oven which gave up the ghost after very little use and have scorched counters with appliances before so the paranoia is real.
I don’t mean to be obnoxious or anything of the sort, but where did you get the splatter shield that goes on the fan? I have the DT201 and it doesn’t come with one.
Hope you saw the full unboxing since it came with the cooker. If yours doesn't have one contact their support folks. According to the manual I have, the splatter shield is standard issue for every unit. It's just one of those parts that is supposed to come with it.
I also did not get the splatter guard nor is there even a bracket to hold one on the fan. I also have the DT201. That bothers me because I want to protect the fan. I just got this oven today. I’m giving them a call.
@@Linsifer hello. I'm just wondering if you called ninja regarding the missing splatter shield. If you did what did they say? Mine did not come with one either.
Ninja changed the design. They don't make them with the guard anymore and don't offer them separately. We who got in early got ones with them and that's all.
Could you please show how you take the fan cover off. You mention in this video and the 30-day update that you put the fan cover in the dishwasher but neither of these show how you take it off. I kind if pulled on it a little bit since you said that it comes off but it didn’t come off easily.
You set the toast function for 4 slices instead of 2... I expected the toast to burn on that setting... Probably should select the actual number of slices of bread when using the toasting function to see if it really doesn't regulate correctly not not?
You don't understand. My homemade bread is much larger than that stuff you buy in the store. Literally twice as big, unless I make cinnamon bread 😋 But the setting is correct. The cooker simply fails on recognizing to adjust the toast time when already hot. Watch more of my Reviews. This is a standard test I do. Some pass, others fail.
No. And you don't have the holes and connections to install it even if you got ahold of one. You would have to drill holes and install parts to have brackets to hold it onto. Which would immediately void your warranty.
So no slash guard is permanent? They upgraded so they don't need the guard. Just want a straight answer. Called customer service and they couldn't give me a straight answer. Please someone help
i missed it in your review if you covered this question, but does it pause if you were to open it to stir things? or can you manually pause it and then resume?
Have you had issues with the lettering coming off the power button and the start/stop button? I have had mine a few weeks and it's already coming off. I contacted Ninja and they wanted to charge me 20 bucks to send a replacement and I had to send the one back.
No, consider adjusting how you wipe the front. I highly suspect some of you are using an abrasive cleaning product or wiping too forcefully on the handle. I have never had such an issue. See my latest video using it th-cam.com/video/z4aswEIFP3o/w-d-xo.html
I haven’t even cleaned that area. It’s just from touching it. That’s the issue. Looking at reviews on Amazon it’s an ongoing issue but glad you are not having that issue. I’m just disappointed at a 299 price point tha lettering would be coming off. Amazon is exchanging it since Ninja wanted to charge me. I’ll see if it happens again. Thanks for your reply.
Something rubbing off from just _touching_ it. I have to think more is happening. Sorry, it just doesn't add up. I have used another cooker where paint rubbed off from vigorous cleaning. But just _touching_ I have to be the skeptic. Seems more came into contact with the handle than just touching. Maybe some type of oil, something.
Not sure what doesn’t add up. I did a lot of reviews on this product and saw that this was an ongoing issue. I purchased anyway and was careful NOT to clean or wipe down that area. Even Ninja was aware of the issue and was willing to replace it but I didn’t feel I should pay for shipping. Everything else works great so far. Read some reviews on Amazon Bed bath and Beyond etc. Maybe it will help you add up.
You may have missed the process I used. I intentionally started with it already hot, to see if it would recognize and automatically adjust. And demonstrated it doesn't so the results could be seen. Other cookers do better in this regard.
I waited to see if you’d review this! Thanks Darnell! Have a great week!
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Do not put the drip pan below the heating elements, put it in the slot just above the heating elements for obvious reasons. You don't want food & grease dripping on the heating elements.
I Have had mine for a couple of weeks & so far it works great. My only negative is the white paint on the Power switch & the On/off switch has already worn off.
Unfortunately Ninja is made in China so hopefully it lasts at least 2-3 years.
This is one of the best reviews I've seen. A little suggestion though. I noticed on my cuisinart fryer a lot of splatter was getting onto the top and upper elements. I purchased a 2nd fryer basket direct form Ninja (it's cheaper than Amazon) and I put it ABOVE what I am cooking. This catches almost all of the upwards splatter and does not interfere with air flow.
This is the tip I'm looking for. Bc cleaning the top and those upper elements has to be such a difficult thing to do in any air/oven. I was hoping the elements could be removed for easier clean-up. Like the heating elements (the eye) of the older styled electric stove-tops.
If your not broiling you could put the broil pan on the top rack to block any potential splatter
I am on my 3rd AirFryer and each has its Pros and Cons, and I am ready to replace them with my next. I have been torn with so many models with lots of research and I use your reviews since they are so detailed and honest, Thank you. I wish the makers of AirFryers would consult with you to make the uber AirFryer
Can I ask which has been your favorite and which to avoid, and why?? I'm assuming the Pros outweigh the Cons bc you continue to use the Air Fryers, no doubt bc the food benefits are worth it, as are the conveniences of using.
Best oven for baking all kinds of breads and cakes! This is never mentioned anywhere, even on Ninja's website! I might have made the biggest mistake, but I was the luckiest since my Caso Stem Chef was a disaster for breads! I could not have made a better decision. Thanks for your review from Tel Aviv!
Hi, thanks for this information..how did you use it for the bread
Yes!! Let us talk about that pizza function!!!!! I just bought mine a few weeks ago, was craving a jacks pizza something fierce, that pizza function is LIFE!!!!! And the Toast setting shade 4, is perfect for any sandwich melt!!! I pretty much quit using my oven, and semi quit using my stove as well!!! This has been a life changer!!!!
I'm truck driver, and I just bought mine. Can't wait to make my first meal on the road.
How has this worked for you on the road? I intend on getting my cdl's soon and am always interested in the different ways of life on the road people find or adapt to. Especially with cooking.
Very thorough, helpful review. This (and your 30day review) was the clincher for my buying the XL Air Pro. Your calm, sharing, authentic demeanor is admirable. Mucho thanks.
My husband wears his Wave Oven Recipes sweatshirt all the time! We love it!
Thank you for your support!
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You are an excellent demonstrator... Enjoyed watching...
Hi Darnell,
Thank you for the side by side comparison. Good to know. A picture is worth a thousand words to me!
Amazing review. Extremely detailed with the kind of information that you often don't find in other reviews. people do need to know how large or small the interior dimensions are before they buy, and temperature is critical also. Some ovens claim to do 450 but don't go much beyond 400.
Do not put the drip pan below the heating elements, put it in the slot just above the heating elements for obvious reasons. You don't want food & grease dripping on the heating elements.
I Have had mine for a couple of weeks & so far it works great. My only negative is the white paint on the Power switch & the On/off switch has already worn off.
Unfortunately Ninja is made in China so hopefully it lasts at least 2-3 years.
Do this I have proven it works th-cam.com/video/RtLswCh2ZnA/w-d-xo.html
In the newer version of the ninja foodie xl, they've removed the fan guard, which gives it a little more depth... you're a good man... be blessed always.
They removed it from this model too. Even if you buy a brand new one of this same model, they do not include the fan guard anymore.
I just got mine,haven’t used it yet. You make it visually clear what to expect. Thank you for sharing
Thank you so much for your time and effort. It is truly appreciated 🙏
Thank you Sir for your expertise and well appreciated patience for informing the buyer of the unknown details in this Ninja 201 oven and the possibilities to consider as a self-made chef. I cook outside, inside, hot coals, smoking pellets, propane, you name it I love it! I have a Ninja kitchen. Coffee pot, pressure cooker, inside grill, air fryers out the ying yang and now I have the 201 oven. The only cooker left is Lightning and that will take some serious thought. Where you gonna buy it let alone harness it? Good video!
I was going to replace my Breville with this model Ninja but a lot of disappointing performance you pointed out. Thank you for saving me a headache. Great video 🙏🙏🙏Thank You🙏💕
Many folks still prefer the Breville, including you. And I am wondering what it does better, or has in features and functions the others do not??
Sir, this is a prefect quality type video. Great job.
BEST REVIEW OF DIFFERENT COOKER SETTINGS ! Many thanks.
Thank you so much for your time, I really appreciate it.
This was a long, but thorough review. Thank you!
Truly appreciate the fine details, esp. the measurements! This is easily the best review of this appliance so far. Thank you!
Love the demo. Thanks to you I now understand my Ninja much better. 😀👍🏾
Thank you for the review. I appreciate it. I’m so confused on what air fryer to get
Darnell thank you for another outstanding and very detailed review. I really enjoyed your review and now have this on my want list for future purchases.
Great review. This cooker looks to be more of what I expect in a counter top air fryer oven.
What great detail help! You did a wonderful job explaining to us. I just bought one. Thanks so much.
Thanks for taking the time to do this review. This made me wanna get it versus the other ones. I was considering the Emeril Lagasse oven until I seen this
Great review. The rear fan makes it unique as the speed is controlled by the setting you have selected. It is also a 3rd heat source to work like a rotisserie when cooking roasts and whole chickens etc. Also this is what eliminates the need to rotate the food like other ovens. Feature is highlighted right on the box.
is there any mode without the fan, for baking only?
Nice demo ....... Liked that you'd rather not burn your crescents over toast..... agreed.
Thank you for confirming that it doesn't preheat to the set temperature in 90 seconds. I exchanged my Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Oven because it took 10 minutes to reach 450 degrees, NOT 90 seconds. My second Ninja also took 10 minutes to reach the 450 degrees. Disappointed that the advertised 90 second preheat time is a bit misleading. 🤷♂️
Very thorough review. Thank you
Excellent and very thorough review....Thank you very much. I just ordered the Ninja...to go with my Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker....I've been very impressed with Ninja products... Thanks again for the detailed review....you covered everything. Very well done....like the toast...LOL
Thank you for such a thorough review. It has helped me to make up my mind if I should buy it. At this point it’s negative. They didn’t include rotisserie.
Thanks for such a comprehensive review. The comparisons side by side with other brands was very helpful. I wish you had put it next to the Nuwave Smart Oven XL only because that is the other cooker I am considering.
As I said, the Cuisinart Chef's Convection Toaster Oven is the exact same size as the NuWave Bravo XL Smart Oven Air Fryer.
Please see: th-cam.com/video/NTzo4n1WgBI/w-d-xo.html
So you saw and didn't realize it.
Think I have settled on this one or the shorter. But think I definitely want to be able to put a whole chicken in and be able to fry two trays of stuff. Saw one in person and the XL pro isn't as big as I was expecting it to be. Think I will be going this route. Great looking machine to boot.
one of the best comments i have herd thank you Darnell
Thank you for review, very informative. Just purchased this waiting for it to arrive.
Great review.. would like to see you do some of your own recipes with this oven 🙂 Another good thing is I didn't see this ones racks falling like the other one you reviewed.. lol
Cooks: Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Oven: th-cam.com/play/PLdwaKyfn2J3r4c1Htn0rztt9_5n2NU9Jz.html
Very Good Video! I just bought this & you helped me understand this amazing machine even more!
Thank you for taking the time to do the review. 👍🇺🇸🇯🇵
Great and informative video, thanks for taking the time to make it.
Proper review, very well done, thank you very much sir.
Great video....you convinced me to get this air fryer......thanks
Nice review, it was helpful. Thank you!
Thank You for your review and demo; it was extremely helpful!
The 90 second preheat claim stated on the box is very misleading. I and I’m sure other people would naturally think that means it would reach your target temperature in that time. But in reality after the 90 second preheat the oven has only reached 135°F approx. For an example it will take 10-minutes approximately to reach a target temperature of 450°F Just trying to clarify this point.
Great review! I'm having a hard time on which appliance I should get. I was originally going to go with the smaller Ninja oven, my brother has it & loves it. But I have a family of 4 and saw this newer bigger model.. Im stuck..lol
Which one did u get and do u like it
Thank you for this review I've been trying to decided between the two
I just bought the ninja a few weeks ago, best purchase ever!!! I recommend it highly!!!!
ninja xl pro air oven great👍👍
Great review and video! Thanks!
Don't like the buttons on the handle at all, I still haven't bought one each new version of these products improves in some ways just not enough for me yet. I do love the reviews very informing, thank you sooo much.
Check out the Instant Pot Omni plus. You may like that design of toaster/ air fryer. It is large and works well. I have both the Omni Plus and Vortex plus. I use my Vortex plus for almost everything but, I love them both.
I was planning on getting it, but then some other newer stuff came.
I actually like the buttons on the handle. Easy to use.
Thanks again for your time and video. I did pickup the Cuisinart Chefs convection oven 1800 watt 15-1. How would compare this Ninja to the Cuisinart Chefs? The warranty on the Cuisinart I believe is 3 year limited so that would be a plus, right? Anyway thank you for your review. Have a great and safe day.
We'll see come the 30 Day Review 🙂
Awesome review!!!
I was waiting for you to get this 😊
Very nice review! Subscribed
Excellent review
Very good review.
Other than the burnt area, for me that toast is perfect. But taking 5 minutes to toast a couple slices of bread is a big deal for me. I like the idea of making 4 slices of toast at once tho, and to have the bread fully toasted w/o toaster lines is probably worth the extra minute or so. (And a 4-slice toaster takes up a lot of space on a counter, too.) I like the addition of time while baking to complete the process as shown w/ the crescent rolls.. As far as the chicken bites, they typically use a higher temp and more time in any conventional oven bc they start out frozen. But also need to remember they tend to dry out quickly when baking. So I would not walk away from them. Can you smell foods as they are "cooking"? And does the air fryer retain any odors like a microwave does, even with regular cleaning?? Thank you!!
Thinking about mounting this in a boat where the gimbal oven is. After running for an hour how hot is the top, back, and sides? Your video was very brief on this for our needs, but awesome video.
You will need to do your own testing in that regard. Glad you enjoyed the video.
@@WaveOvenRecipes thank you, we are going to start that this month.
Hi, love the video, thank you so much for making it. Can you please please share how Cosori compares with the Ninja? Thank you in advance!
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My daughter in law just bought one is not having good results at all.
Hope some pointers from this playlist help.
*Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Oven:* th-cam.com/play/PLdwaKyfn2J3qA2qb49tt5n1RNPX8U5KPY.html
Thanks for posting I rather listen than read I unplugged it thanks
An easier way to measure the side to side and front to back interior dimensions might be to measure the cooking racks and subtract out maybe half an inch for the slots where the racks slide in.
If you get a chance could you do a comparison with the ninja foodi air fry oven to the ones you have already done. I believe it's the one that flips up. I like your reviews because they are very detailed and you compare other air fryers. Thank you.
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Thank you, that was so helpful.🌺👏🌺👏🌺
For me this oven on 450 bake will not get past 400. And most modes it takes a super long time to heat because it's just using the heating element around the fan and not the upper and lower elements. Reheat is the fastest heating mode because it uses the upper and lower on max. With the strange preheat on top of that you can't use this thing reliably without your own thermometer.
I showed it heats fine, you should call customer service.
As always, a very comprehensive review, Darnell. Just wondering if your Ninja XL Pro oven came with a temperature probe for cooking whole roasts? I do see that you used your own ambient probe for this video, which I'm assuming can be used to monitor temps for whole roasts, IDK. I watched one particular video prepared by the Ninja company illustrating how to use their temp probe with this machine. They showed that there is an input spot for the jack underneath the handle on the right-hand side. However, many of the videos I've viewed for this oven, unboxings, etc., do not include any with the probe supposedly "provided" by Ninja. Can you share any information?
Thank you for your informative videos.
The Ninja Foodi Grill XL has that right where you mentioned. I show it here:
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The Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Oven doesn't.
The iGrill 2 can be used to monitor meat temperature.
@@WaveOvenRecipes I was finally able to find the Foodi XL Smart Air Oven Pro, model # DT251, that does include the temperature probe. It's selling on Amazon for $299.99. Really didn't want to spend that much money for that. The videos I watched including yours convinced me to buy this particular unit w/o the temp probe, so I purchased the same model that you own from BB&B at a sale price of $239.99 plus I had a 20% coupon that I used. Ended up being a good price for this item after it was all said and done. With the money I saved, I bought a probe thermometer with the wire connection, very similar to the one you used in one of your other videos from Amazon for less than $20. Just had my oven delivered, can't wait to get started & see what this baby can cook up!
Yeah they sell the higher cost one with the probe only on Amazon for now. I wasn't aware of it earlier. Since I pre-ordered before it was available. I agree with you though, no need to pay extra.👍🏿
I wonder how it is on dehydrating that's what I wanted to find out you did a very good job on the review you cook more than I would have ended or I might I have decided on getting one yet is there a way that you can tell me how is on dehydrating thank you
Whoo, Darnell just pops right in with the deepness.
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The one I have dont have the removable fan cover.
They made changes
Thanks for a great review.... I just got mine and I just open and did the burn out. Quick couple questions, is yours even after turning it off but still plug in, the machine still running? Also, mine doesn't fan cover, have you heard or find out from others why some of it doesn't have fan cover (i am wondering may be because I bought mine in amazon and not in ninja website). Does the fan cover does help in cleaning or you prefer with no fan cover (I just want to see if I am missing a lot without fan. Any response is highly appreciated.
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You cannot have a fan cover, they don't make them anymore, their choice, because they decided to remove it. You cannot add one either.
The company concluded that nothing gets inside the fan, due to the fan blowing outwardly, therefore eliminating the need for the fan protector.
Darnell are there any convection toaster ovens that come with stainless steel accessories instead of aluminum?
You'll have to find one from the provided reviews.
Mine didn't come with that fan cover, I wonder why
They have made changes.
I wonder if it is exactly the same as the one in the UK, Ninja Foodi [DT200EU]...or similar. Cannot find any reviews from the UK or other european countries...
You could always contact Ninja and ask 🙂
Do not put the drip pan below the heating elements, put it in the slot just above the heating elements for obvious reasons. You don't want food & grease dripping on the heating elements.
I Have had mine for a couple of weeks & so far it works great. My only negative is the white paint on the Power switch & the On/off switch has already worn off.
Unfortunately Ninja is made in China so hopefully it lasts at least 2-3 years.
The drip pan stays on the bottom. If you have something that will drip grease. This is how you handle it:
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I made a video about the paint:
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Wish you would do a side by side between Ninja Foodie XL Pro & Kalorik Max 26 Quart Fryer
Outstanding review! Thank you!
Is this the same one as your link takes you to (DT201)? The dimensions listed on Amazon says it's 20" wide, but your measurements show it being smaller than that. I like the size that you're measuring (less than 18") but 20" won't fit.
Thank you again!
Amazon isn't always correct with product information.
I would like to see that temp test with the bake function. Baking is exact. I don't mind if I'm cooking chicken wings and it's running a little higher temp.
How does this compare to the Nuwave Bravo XL and which one do you like better and why?
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That is all I have. Anything beyond it is for you to determine.
May I ask. How hot does this thing get on the bottom when it is running. Should I be concerned it scorches or melts and standard (non stone) countertop?
Mine isn't stone.
@@WaveOvenRecipes Ty so much. Looking to replace our Power Air fryer Oven which gave up the ghost after very little use and have scorched counters with appliances before so the paranoia is real.
I cannot speak for your situation and recommend you get some form of heat resistant padding.
I don’t mean to be obnoxious or anything of the sort, but where did you get the splatter shield that goes on the fan? I have the DT201 and it doesn’t come with one.
Hope you saw the full unboxing since it came with the cooker. If yours doesn't have one contact their support folks. According to the manual I have, the splatter shield is standard issue for every unit. It's just one of those parts that is supposed to come with it.
@@WaveOvenRecipes Yes, I did watch it and I love how in-depth your unboxing/reviews are, I’ll make sure to contact them, thank you!
I also did not get the splatter guard nor is there even a bracket to hold one on the fan. I also have the DT201. That bothers me because I want to protect the fan. I just got this oven today. I’m giving them a call.
@@Linsifer hello. I'm just wondering if you called ninja regarding the missing splatter shield. If you did what did they say? Mine did not come with one either.
Ninja changed the design. They don't make them with the guard anymore and don't offer them separately. We who got in early got ones with them and that's all.
How does this oven perform when reheating 4 pieces of deep fried chicken and French fried purchased from your grocery store?
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Could you please show how you take the fan cover off. You mention in this video and the 30-day update that you put the fan cover in the dishwasher but neither of these show how you take it off. I kind if pulled on it a little bit since you said that it comes off but it didn’t come off easily.
You probably do not have one. They stopped making them with the guard years ago. But, if you need additional help, call Ninja customer service.
You set the toast function for 4 slices instead of 2... I expected the toast to burn on that setting... Probably should select the actual number of slices of bread when using the toasting function to see if it really doesn't regulate correctly not not?
You don't understand. My homemade bread is much larger than that stuff you buy in the store. Literally twice as big, unless I make cinnamon bread 😋
But the setting is correct. The cooker simply fails on recognizing to adjust the toast time when already hot.
Watch more of my Reviews. This is a standard test I do. Some pass, others fail.
I just bought this. Is the fan cover sold anywhere?
No. And you don't have the holes and connections to install it even if you got ahold of one. You would have to drill holes and install parts to have brackets to hold it onto. Which would immediately void your warranty.
@@WaveOvenRecipes Thanks for your answer.
Excellent AAAAAAA ++++++++
I got mine and it does not have a splash guard, it's model #201 did they get rid of the splash guard?
They have made some adjustments.
So no slash guard is permanent? They upgraded so they don't need the guard. Just want a straight answer. Called customer service and they couldn't give me a straight answer. Please someone help
It's their product. So they do what they want.
Which one of the friers has the rotisserie basket
i missed it in your review if you covered this question, but does it pause if you were to open it to stir things? or can you manually pause it and then resume?
nevermind i think you covered it at 23:20! thanks! does it pause on all cooking settings?
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Hi Jay here. How does this compare to the Brevelle Convection and Air Fry Smart Oven Air.
Never used that one.
Chicken bites ... 400 degrees for 8 min is what you like to do (on a new oven for the first time?). What did the package recommend for time and temp?
Learn the cooker, not a package. Every cooker is different.
Some of us blokes are simple and need instructons to follow 🤣🤣 especially when hangry 😂😂😂
I know that model has been discontinued but I'd like to find one..
that why I'd like to see the label to know the model# much appreciated..
See the video description
Have you had issues with the lettering coming off the power button and the start/stop button? I have had mine a few weeks and it's already coming off. I contacted Ninja and they wanted to charge me 20 bucks to send a replacement and I had to send the one back.
No, consider adjusting how you wipe the front. I highly suspect some of you are using an abrasive cleaning product or wiping too forcefully on the handle. I have never had such an issue. See my latest video using it
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I haven’t even cleaned that area. It’s just from touching it. That’s the issue. Looking at reviews on Amazon it’s an ongoing issue but glad you are not having that issue. I’m just disappointed at a 299 price point tha lettering would be coming off. Amazon is exchanging it since Ninja wanted to charge me. I’ll see if it happens again. Thanks for your reply.
Something rubbing off from just _touching_ it. I have to think more is happening. Sorry, it just doesn't add up. I have used another cooker where paint rubbed off from vigorous cleaning. But just _touching_ I have to be the skeptic. Seems more came into contact with the handle than just touching. Maybe some type of oil, something.
Not sure what doesn’t add up. I did a lot of reviews on this product and saw that this was an ongoing issue. I purchased anyway and was careful NOT to clean or wipe down that area. Even Ninja was aware of the issue and was willing to replace it but I didn’t feel I should pay for shipping. Everything else works great so far. Read some reviews on Amazon Bed bath and Beyond etc. Maybe it will help you add up.
I have seen already and feel it's more than simply touching it that causes the issue.
waiting on review on cooking bacon.
How to deep clean it ninja xl pro air oven
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Pretty sure bake does not actually get 450, you can select it, ……but….
where did you get this please?
See the video description for my referral link.
How hot does the backside(outside) get of the oven when its on?
Just assume the exterior is hot.
@@WaveOvenRecipes we already moved it now after the 20 min roast. It arrived today. Not enough walls to put it in front of.
Can the temperature probe for the xl grill work with the xl oven?
No
The toast numbers are how many inutes it cooks.. So probably the setting of 4 instead of the 5 you used, would make your toast the browness you want.
You may have missed the process I used. I intentionally started with it already hot, to see if it would recognize and automatically adjust. And demonstrated it doesn't so the results could be seen. Other cookers do better in this regard.
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