Ninja Crispi Review: A Portable Glass Air Fryer?

[@Dads1978]

The timer is completely correct. A 10 min timer starts at 10.00 not 10.59. So the one second start would be 9.59 or 9 min shown on the timer until 8.59 is reached and 8 mins is shown on the timer.

[@richardscanlon4210]

Came to say exactly this.

[@johnbennett1465]

Yes and that is why it goes from one minute to 59 seconds.

[@marcusdc2]

I was gonna say the same thing

[@drew521]

My guess is that it starts at 9m:59s and then displays only the minute mark. So when 2.01 turns to 1.59 it displays 1 and then goes to 59s at the end. Both are a bad look

[@adventureswithtwooldladies]

That's how my stove timer works too. Took me a a bit to figure out that setting it to 10 minutes and it dropping immediately to 9 was actually 9:59, not 9:00

[@Spartan536]

I have learned something watching this channel, and its that if the "Ninja" name is attached to a cookware item there is a 99% chance its going to be a good item, just a bit pricey. I think the Ninja brand has done exceptionally well at setting up brand loyalty by maintaining good quality control standards and offering products including in niche markets.

[@dolfanatic314]

Yes and no. I have had a few Ninja products and their standards are questionable. One product caught on fire. They replaced it and game my money back and this one work fine.

[@Zimmy_1981]

I like the name lol. Don't recall seeing them when I was younger. I recall Oster, Black & Decker, Hamilton Beach etc

[@xXVibrantSnowXx]

Their products are a too overpriced though, like too expensive man i almost don't understand what sets it apart from other famous cheaper brands

[@ExpertAssass1n]

I used to be weary about the brand years ago but I trust them after using their products. They do a good job

[@rmp5s]

I've noticed that, too...seems like they make, overall, pretty good stuff. I wanna get one of their "Creami" things...that's a pretty unique thing that looks like it works AWESOME!! (I learned that that thing is actually a "copy" of a thing called a Pacojet that's intended more for commercial use and normally costs THOUSANDS of dollars!! There's your random interesting fact for the day...lol)

[@SCash-rl5ee]

The timer changes right away because it is counting down the time. So if you set it for 5 minutes and it changes to 4, it really has 4 mins 59 seconds, so when it changes to 3, it's really 3 mins 59 sec, etc. and why you see it count down the seconds after it gets under a minute. The timer on my current oven is the same way and took some getting my used to.

[@babarsuhail5678]

Yeah, that was pretty obvious. Not sure why he didn't get it.

[@Lucky2bLivin]

Logic is logical to those who use deductive reasoning.

[@ThisIsNotMyYouTubeHandle]

@@Lucky2bLivin There are two kinds of people in this world; those who can extrapolate from incomplete data.

[@Flip86x]

I guess James forgot how seconds work 😂

[@GeorgeArthurJr]

That's how my oven is as well. It took me one time to understand what it was doing. I have no idea how this guy sometimes has no way of understanding things.

[@phyllisriffey9647]

I purchased the Ninja Crisp 3 weeks ago and have used it every day for dinner. Recrisp is great. Perfect for us! We’re a retired couple living in our RV. By the way, you don’t have to take the adapter off each time. It’ll stay attached to the power head. Nothing wrong with the timer. I use the appliance next to the stove and turn the exhaust fan on while cooking to pull the heat out. In good weather I use it out on our picnic table. I still use the Ninja Grill XL for family size meals.

[@justicem18]

Is it cordless or rechargeable at all? I’ve been trying to search for that answer and haven’t found it yet, thanks!

[@phyllisriffey9647]

@ They are not cordless or rechargeable.

[@1lmp1]

​@@justicem18I doubt that you find any oven type gadget that would be rechargeable. The heating units require so much energy that the power packs would be too large. Hence if you plan on using these outside, you must use heavy duty extension cord. I use mine often on my back deck with extension cord, don't get heat and smells into my kitchen. I have a large kitchen with a lot of storage cabinets, but like to wheel often different cooking gadgets to my deck on a utility cart, have a cold drink and work on my potted plants while the food cooks. No smells inside.😊

[@justicem18]

@ it seems like a good investment! Definitely getting one. And I’ll keep wishing for a rechargeable one… haha

[@1stcrueledict]

how easy is it to clean?

[@CrackySue]

The idea of bringing this to work and cooking a meal at your desk is hilarious

[@inmitch]

Fits in the palm of your hand!

[@JuanitaLopezMunoz]

Great idea. However, do to office safety and fire hazard they won’t allow this in the office.

[@lokieseven5395]

​@JuanitaLopezMunoz if you have your own private room like me, whose going to know

[@victreebel170]

​@@JuanitaLopezMunozdon't you have a microwave or coffee maker? you'd use it in that room, not at your desk.

[@Elazul2k]

Please don't be the guy cooking fish at his desk unless you want your tires deflated in the parking lot :P

[@trublgrl]

This reminds me of a thing called the NuWave Oven they sold on TV years ago. It was essentially an electric convection oven built into a glass lid, that fit over a large glass bowl. The one I got is big enough to cook a chicken, it still works and does a great job. They are still available, but they quit making them with glass and switched to plastic.

[@Zaxbox]

This is just a remodeled NuWave. This should be the Ninja NooWave.

[@KayoMichiels]

Yeah, except, this is the same thing, but upside down... and plastic? YUGH!

[@LindaB651]

Indeed- I have one of those (was my mother's,) and it's enormous!

[@Raphalou]

I remember owning the Nuwave Oven. I LOVEd mine so much, and I wish I hadn't never gotten rid of it when I moved in 2011. Bit you are absolutle correct

[@jeannerountree952]

@@trublgrl I loved mine and I would still be using it if my husband hadn’t given it to Goodwill.

[@lisab.1595]

I own one and you couldn't pry it away from me. I like cooking in glass first of all, and, the fact it's not a giant appliance on my countertop is a plus. It works basically like my old American Harvest Jet Stream Oven that was discontinued, so I was thrilled to find this one. No appliance is absolutely perfect, it has a lot to do with the temperature of your food when you place it in the oven, whether your steak is right out of the fridge or is closer to room temp. I like the fact you can put the lid on, store it in the refrigerator and it doesn't eat up the entire shelf. There are two other size containers that you can buy, but I think these two sizes are great. I can't think of any cons right now, of course, it's brand new so let's see how long it lasts, but I'm happy with it.

[@jandmvideos9051]

I immediately thought of the jet stream oven. I use to love mine.

[@lisab.1595]

@@jandmvideos9051 They always had trouble with the powerhead, why they never put something over the fan, I have no idea. I had about 4 replacement powerheads on my Jet Stream, but I still loved it ! I think Nesco owned it and then it became American Harvest and then it was gone, sadly.

[@jandmvideos9051]

@@lisab.1595 true, but I kept on replacing them until they disappeared from the market.

[@Arook1427]

Looks pretty big to me

[@fishfood8719]

​@@Arook1427It's about the same size as a smaller air fryer with the same capacity. The onlly space saving is, the top is not a full hood covering the motor corner to corner, but the height, width and depth would be almost the same excluding that. If you left it assembled on the counter or cabinet you wouldn't save any real space.

[@NeonshadowNS]

I saw an ad for this, and I was thinking this would be good for me as I don't need a full-size air fryer... next thing I know you have a review of this. What amazing timing!

[@corybartell9441]

There are definitely compact air fryers that give you more control than this and probably better air circulation. I wish he would have actually let one of the meats stay in the fridge for 16 hours so we could’ve seen its performance with a cold bowl and if it could handle the thermal shock. I also didn’t get his complaint about the hot air. That’s every air fryer. Most people don’t stand behind their appliances hahaha

[@spektor25]

No, u definitely need am airfrier over this stupid gimmick. It creates more problems than it solves. With an air frier, u habe the unit and the basket. Here u have a ton of attachments that just creat more clutter and waste space. They couldn't even be bothered to out a normal timer on it, let alone a temp selector..$199, my foot. U can get an amazing air frier, with all the bells and whistles at Costco for under $50.

[@BonnieBentz]

Yeah that's pretty cool. About a month ago I bought the two-sided one and it was a little bit larger than I anticipated. When the grandkids come over it'll be okay, but I like the fact that I can cook my meat in one side and perhaps a potato on the other or french fries. I love homemade french fries

[@realovephotography]

My husband is a chef and said the steak will cook evenly when the steak has been brought to room temperature then put in the air fryer, that goes for chicken too. Thanks for the review, you're awesome!

[@ohioknifelover]

Bringing it to room temperature does nothing for any piece of meat. There have been many tests done that show that. The only way to cook any steak evenly is to keep flipping so each side gets equal heat. He may disagree with me because he may be set it his ways

[@john_thorpe]

@@ohioknifelover I think that allowing the meat to reach room temp (for approx 20 mins or so) affects the tenderness of the meat, not necessarily the cooking thoroughly. I think that cooking a steak from near room temp doesn't cause it to come out tough and chewy. Kind of like doing a roast ... it's best to do it low and slow for tender meat.

[@ohioknifelover]

@@john_thorpeIt doesn't make any difference in anything though and all the tests showed it. No difference in tenderness, evenness in the cook and or sear

[@Lachhmag]

It’s been tested and you’d have to leave the steak out for a very long time to get to room temp

[@jangofett9083]

Never leave chicken at room temp. Also that theory has been disproven

[@barcham]

When marinating, I'd either take the grill grate out of the glass container, or marinate in a different container completely. With the grate in place, all the marinade simply falls to the bottom, below what is supposed to be marinating. Other than that, it looks pretty good. For the steak, or the grilled cheese, I would preheat the grate for a few minutes with no food first to get it hot. Then put the steak in to cook. As for the uneven cooking, there is probably a dead spot in the middle of the fan because the fan unit is too close to the food being cooked.

[@WolfsToob]

All typical fans have a dead spot in the middle when you are that close, since that’s where the flat/bladeless hub of the fan is.

[@donmueller2318]

Suggest cutting food before cooking - opens up center & provides more circulation (and edges)

[@barcham]

@@donmueller2318 Not something you want to do with a steak, or a chicken breast.

[@annnoyez]

Yeap. That is what I was thinking too. Marinade is all at the bottom... and yes you have a dead spot. Ut that's why you turn it. I wouldn't turn it half way though as the toast is warm so it will cook quicker than the first 5 minutes I would do 7 minutes o e side and then turn it... ❤

[@crawdaddydoo]

Yeah, I'd marinate in a zip top bag and then put it in the glass container.

[@eugenegee2148]

Thanks for demonstrating this air fryer. I had seen a commercial on the product and I was wondering how well it worked.

[@Dylan52meow]

Ninja reviews from you are always a treat! Thanks James!

[@jstaffordii]

Any Gen X getting flashbacks of the infomercials for the Nuwave Infared Ovens of the 90's

[@Captain-Palsy]

Yep, I always wanted one as a kid

[@mymai5859]

Yep my Aunt's had them

[@Desecrator6]

I'm not gen x but I'm still old enough to remember that lol

[@jpbaley2016]

I had a Nuwave. Used it once to bake a chicken. It came out pale looking but cooked. However, it was such a chore to clean. Never used it again. What a waste of $300.00.

[@PlasmaOne]

A WHOLE TURKEY! Just two hours!

[@ceballard1215]

I love how thoroughly you test products!

[@Telcomvic]

Whenever the instructions say: cook for 10 mins and flip half way; I set the timer for 5 and then flip and set the timer for 5 more. Way easier on my old brain. LOL

[@cruzmatt22]

easier on my young brain too

[@andy.bernard]

22:24 if it's for 10 minutes, as soon as you hit start it goes 10:00 -> 9:59 which is why it immediately shows a 9 ☺️

[@Freakinreviews]

I mean I get it, but it is just strange to me. I'd rather them have minutes/seconds if they're going to display it that way. Showing "1" minute on the counter, then counting down 59 seconds is not intuitive.

[@andy.bernard]

@@Freakinreviews yeah realistically they should have made it a 3 digit timer.

[@vmbo]

@@andy.bernard 4 digits otherwise you have the same problem with 10 minutes

[@crawdaddydoo]

​@Freakinreviews yeah, we're trained that the timer rounds up vs down.

[@iKevin_22]

Is because is a 2 digit timer

[@NovaZero0000]

I love your reviews. I actually have been waiting to order an air fryer as I gave the first one to my daughter… just couldn’t get used to it. Something about the glass bowls enticed me with this. Waiting for it to arrive, happy it passed your test.

[@itsmezulema]

Thank you for the review! I love the shots of the food cooking from the side and appreciate your honesty.

[@thatfrakkingcat9171]

Been seeing this advertised here and there, glad you tested this one, I might just have to get one myself to take with me to work. thanks for what you do and reviewing assorted products most of us might never try out unless we see a real review like yours. And also, Hi Bailey! 😺

[@arcanask]

There are power cords rated for high temp kitchen appliances. Hope that Ninja didn't cheap out and just used a regular appliance cord.

[@nahimaauguste5343]

If there's one thing about ninja I love is their boxing,they box their items so neatly and carefully keep it up.❤❤❤

[@skullgittorocks3727]

I had used something similar to this product, and i noticed that the closer you place the heat fan to the food, the hotter it gets and faster it cooks. So if you think that maybe your food is getting burned. You should place it on the Big Bowl one and use the spacer, the item that springs up and down. So when you place the heat fan on it , your food won't be as close to the heat source.....that is how i used to cook my chicken legs. I prefer my chicken crispy while my family just like it average cooked. Just a recommendation if you want to try the grilled cheese again... maybe it might work?

[@AmethystFoxx]

Always happy to see Bailey!! ❤❤❤

[@mattheweagle223]

I can't wait to get one of these at Ollie's in 3 years

[@tarrakieran2057]

I love Ollie's !!! They really do get the best deals

[@misterbeeps]

I'm going to get one of these for my car so I can fry chicken on road trips without getting oil on the kids.

[@curtisstucker4557]

That's a good dad

[@Desecrator6]

How selfless

[@johndough8115]

You will probably blow a fuse, trying to use a 1500 watt device, even with a Converter. It will also likely put a huge dent in your cars Battery Charge.

[@JimNortonsAlcoholism]

Anyone thinking of doing this please don't do this. That's not safe

[@buckyb7658]

That’s such a dumb idea! Just go to McDonalds!

[@bradasstv]

Lol that familiar Ninja Air fryer beep. I had this on in the background and kept forgetting it was the video and not my Ninja Air fryer lol

[@keenbtf]

I recently got a Ninja toaster oven/air fryer and i love it so much! I can bake things without using the whole oven for a small meal. It's paid for itself already in the amount i saved on my electric bill, no joke.

[@Jennifer-es7qx]

I'm putting it on my Christmas list! ❤

[@JimNortonsAlcoholism]

I have the Ninja XL oven/airfryer. Absolutely love it. I no longer even use my gas oven anymore.

[@keenbtf]

​@JimNortonsAlcoholism i got the smaller one but i was definitely eyeballing the XL lol

[@dannydaw59]

Does your unit need a preheat cycle that feels like half your life has gone by to heat up before you can put the food in? This unit didn't need the preheat cycle.

[@keenbtf]

@@dannydaw59 no. It takes maybe 30 seconds to heat, but you aren't waiting for it. You put the food in after setting the time and temperature, then press start.

[@4biz]

you put this through more paces than anything.this is why i loves your vids.your honest&give it a shot.

[@lauranolastnamegiven3385]

Bailey's like, 'you know, Dad, you could 'accidentally' drop something'

[@RWBprototype]

Accidentally on purpose ;) haha

[@bellababooska4181]

Like half the steak

[@antifugazi]

That's not his dad.

[@ndreviewsstuff]

Lol, Bailey's nose must be on overdrive every time a new cooking item is tested...especially with the steak wow, wish I could get clean cuts like that in the UK without loads of gristle

[@IceTTom]

She’s like “is it time for your strange nightly peanut butter on a stick for an hour?! “ 👅

[@akapeegly6463]

14:07 i love how u said u could have taken them out earlier, and here i am thinking “they needed 10 more min” LMAOO

[@MikeTheVegasGuy]

I JUST saw an ad for this yesterday and wondered if you would be reviewing it!! Right on time with a new product!

[@kinglou6637]

Thanks!

[@shorteelan]

I saw this and instantly want to get it for my camper!!! I just need to see what’s the wattage and I how much power it uses. Otherwise I’ll use the same pan in my oven with a little non stick spray.

[@weaslepopper]

He said 1500w,iirc.

[@dkwjejdjs3784]

For the grilled cheese, I'm not sure which recipe you saw. There is one that has you use mayonnaise on the outside of the bread. Then you air fry (not recrisp) for 3 min, flip, then go for 5 min more. That works perfectly for me and is more even (though still not perfect).

[@richelleeasley6492]

Someone else in the comments mentioned to also try heating the dish before adding the sandwich. I'm curious to try it that way

[@sherryware]

For grilled cheese and most other sandwiches, I cut diagonal twice to make small finger triangles. Nice demonstration of a compact air fryer. Makes me hungry.

[@mikethundercloud8097]

I love the sound byte you dubbed in the waiting times. I've decided it's an AI imitation of the sound of releasing flatus. It's hilarious and you should include it more often. Also, I have to say re-watching your videos during "tipsy times" is absolutely golden entertainment for long time fans. Your various idiosyncrasies are absolutely entertaining.

[@BlindedByLogic]

Seems like a cool concept. Might not be for me, but definitely if you are lacking space it seems useful. Probably super energy efficient too because of the small size. Really like the idea of using glass to see the food cooking.

[@Dyanosis]

Cool concept? It's a fucking portal air fryer that doesn't work in the middle. What's cool about that?

[@royalmac1011]

1500 watts lol nothing efficient about it

[@More_Row]

@@DyanosisWhat do you mean by portal

[@Lunara_2.0]

@@More_RowAn entry to the world of Airfryers, or in other words, a “portal” airfryer.

[@More_Row]

@@Lunara_2.0 Ah-hah. Thanks

[@lkayh]

I absolutely love my Ninja Foodi-use it at least once a day. The function I use almost exclusively is bake-air fry seems to dry things out a bit too much for me, and I still use pans to fry, sauté and simmer-and while I’ve tried the pressure cooker it’s just not something I do that often. The ONE thing I dislike is that it’s basically impossible to get the lid clean behind the heating element-you see videos where they steam it and force a brush in there, but you just can’t get it completely clean, or at least I can’t. Anyway, since I mostly cook for one, the Crispi might work for me if/when I have to replace the Foodi. I love the glass-lets you see what’s happening, and I like glass for storage so no additional containers. I also like that it takes less counter space than the Foodi. But I’m not crazy about that timer. I want to see minutes and seconds, because sometimes I want to pause at a specific point to add something or turn something over or whatever. I do still have questions: You set the top aside each time but can you set it on the counter without the counter getting scorched? I can see that it’s raised a bit but still looks pretty close. What does the underside of the “crispi pod” look like? Are we going to have the same issues with cleaning? I’ll have to look to see if you’ve reviewed a Foodi, but if you have, how do you think this compares?

[@davidbendall7919]

James, when you set it for 5 minutes, it immediately goes to 4 because it's 4:59. The 59 seconds just aren't visible. Only the minutes are visible. So, 5 minutes is exactly 5:00 minutes. Hope that makes sense.

[@DG69GOD]

Spend $159 and get 40 year old 2-digit display technology

[@vitazgal9933]

Just want to tell you....your video...this one.. The REVIEW.... A+....I've watched at the very least 12 others and I seriously was instantly comfortable here the moment you started the demonstration..I KNEW it was going to be super...it was so thorough...can't explain how different it is from other well meaning presenters....appreciate them..but hey...when you're with a winner...a fully worthy video presenting a new product....it has to be noted...for you...AND all perspective viewers !! ..I am so grateful...I will look for people to share this with. I am thanking you again(I posted here yesterday saying I bought it on Amazon...same price you mentioned) Do know there is another glass bowl in diff't size offered...inbetween the large and small....it's out of stock now , but on Ninja site...they will send notification when in stock...:) Always appreciate and look forward to your reviews...have purchased many.. M A N Y products after watching...!!

[@Pisti846]

RE: steak tips and potatoes. Since there are two bowls with lids i would cook the beef first, put aside with the lid on and cook the potatoes in the other bowl. That way you could each to the crispiness you prefer.

[@PeterPardo-ndcentpro]

The adaptor is attached to the heating pod. You don't need to detach it when you remove it. It has little legs to keep off the counter surface.

[@paulalarsen7697]

Aww, you didn't do any baking in it! It has that option on there. If you revisit this, would you do some baking? Fantastic review, as always. Thanks!

[@skywind007]

How was clean up? Did you have to scrap too much.

[@djbrianv1]

I bought mines last week, used it this week, love my ninja crispi, love the convenience, size and after storage of it. I own plenty of Ninja products and never can go wrong with them. Also love that its glass and you can see what's going on when its cooking.

[@DeadFriends_]

Whats the bottom black plate made of? Been reading alot of stuff about black kitchen ware containing fireretardant in the material and thats super toxic so curious about that

[@sct4040]

And he took the steak out with a black plastic spoon. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@InigoMontoya-]

Don’t worry, it’s asbestos and Teflon.

[@HaroldSeaman]

That's the disappointing part for me, surely they should of made a glass shelf with airflow holes in it so it aligns with the chemical free aspect of the design

[@anitaholmes6824]

My first AF years ago was Ninja...since then I have graduated to my COSORI....I love it...has a turn reminder and works a lot faster than the Crispi....I saw a previous review which was a fail so will stick with my beloved Cosori!!! Thanks for sharing and showing me that I don't need this one!!!

[@XuroX.]

Hmm if there was an optional built in flipper that flipped the food at different intervals that would be awsome

[@robertlogue3794]

Me too. I'm a clumsy cook. I am also totally blind. Never got the hang of flipping. It was the first thing on my mind when I saw the title. Could we put a dish on top and flip the whole container over then slide the food back in?

[@sabrinae.191]

The time is not counting the seconds which is why it appears as if it’s a minute behind. For example 5 mins will read 4min since you won’t see the countdown from 4:59

[@Ryan-di5zo]

I just saw an ad for this earlier today and said “I wonder when I’ll see this reviewed on Freakin’ Reviews?”

[@tomn3610]

Great video as always. I can already imagine a Crispi 2.0 in the future, with improvments from the Crispi you reviewed. Do you have an amazon link to the salt and pepper shakers you used in the video? Thanks so much!

[@m.hreels9822]

I like how you can look through the glass and see it cooking ❤

[@torydz]

I have something similar but much older (about 20 years). It's called "The Galloping Gourmet" and it too is a removeable top, glass bottom appliance. It is about three times the size of the Ninja model and even has an optional expander ring that you put on the top of the glass bowl which allows one to roast a full 12 pound turkey. You wash it by filling the bowl 1/3 with water and the fan is so strong, the water whirls around the bowl like a cyclone.

[@MsGail61]

It reminds me of that nu wave oven that used to be on infomercials.

[@jeannerountree952]

I loved mine and would still be using it if my husband had not thrown it away.

[@shannondore]

I have the Oyama Turbo Cooker, which this reminds me of. Mine is a huge glass bowl with the heating element and fan in the lid.

[@kingpickle3712]

I had one and it was awesome.

[@rustyshackleford8882]

I had that. It made the best chicken

[@kiwisoup]

That was my first thought too upon seeing it. I remember those infomercials well!

[@tortallini020]

used mine twice here at work and its amazing! Makes a easy and quick and a nice warm meal. Love it.

[@visskiss]

Turns out you CAN attach a hair dryer to almost anything, including Tupperware!

[@chanelv5373]

😂🤣😂

[@SweetNSandy]

😂

[@macdaddy9344]

Probably more like Pyrex but ya, spot on… LOL

[@KayoMichiels]

I've mentioned this on another reviewer but this can make cooking so much easier and takes less space! Just place the glass bowl on the dinner table and it would cook dinner right then and there.. no need to lug around a seering hot glass bowl from the oven to the dinner table, just let it cook on the spot!

[@RTCalibre]

The heater pod doesn't melt the table once you take it off the bowl?

[@KayoMichiels]

@@RTCalibre Usually the device lets the fan spin a while with the heating element off to cool it down... so it will be warm, but not melting hot.

[@karenz5112]

Does the power pod get dirty? If so, how was the process of cleaning it? Also, is everything stackable for storage?

[@TamarLitvot]

Excellent questions!

[@rainbowwarri0r]

yes, it all nest together. It's in the official ninja promo

[@cleverlilminx]

I wonder if the issues that happened with the smaller container were due to lack of air flow? I wonder if the grilled cheese and steak were cooked in the lager container if it would be more even;y cooked.

[@FezCaliph]

You made my brain hurt with the timer confusion 😅😅

[@ShellBell420]

Your Face While Watching The Steak Cook, Had Me Dyin 😂😂

[@clash8181]

I don't see the Problem with the timer. Start a 3 minute in timer? Timer runs down like 2:59, 2:58,... And you'll see the 2 on the display until the minute is over. But maybe I just don't understand what his issue is 😂

[@raycenewswanger4974]

Yeah there really is no issue it’s simple

[@jngobngo]

That makes sense but most 2 digit air fryers don't have the seconds timer. It just stays at 1

[@NovaZero0000]

So far so good! I received mine and I am definitely enjoying it so far better than my toaster oven. Still playing around with timing but definitely plan to use it often.

[@RonHarrisMe]

Um, yeah. When you start a timer for 10 minutes, one second later it is 9:59? Right? Is he trolling us? Cause, come on, what is happening here?

[@ohioknifelover]

Nope it's just a bad timer design. He's not wrong in saying to add a minute to the timer in theory

[@Lilcrisy]

Thanks fr the review. I picked up one of these around Thanksgiving but haven’t had a chance to use it yet.

[@Beatle4]

For most things, I think I'll stick to either my Cosori or T-Fal air fryers. When it comes to steak though, nothing beats a good cast iron frying pan.

[@Houstonclint]

Listening to him crunch into that burnt grilled cheese shredded the roof of my mouth. lol.

[@davewood406]

Even if he had stoped shy of burnt, the bread was dried out at the edges. Maybe he didn't get the butter(at all or enough) to the edges of the bread.

[@febrianadji5758]

Idk if Ninja already did some research But from what I've seen in many air fryer cooking If you experience uneven doneness, you need bigger tub so the hot air can move more freely

[@TamarLitvot]

Agree -- the grilled cheese was made with very thick slices and so was close to the top. If he had made it in the larger glass bowl it probably would have worked better.

[@vitazgal9933]

Thanks much! I bought it...arrives the 22nd...looking forward to trying it out.... :)

[@sonialoves444]

the timer isn’t confusing. one minute is 60 seconds, so it immediately goes to 59 seconds on the countdown.

[@louiswelrod]

Great video. I may be trying out the Ninja Crispi. The timer is fine. If you put in 10 minutes, one second after you turn in on it is 9:59, so it shows 9 minutes (because it is less than 10). If you put in 1 minute, one second after you start it is 0:59, so it counts down. Sounds perfect to me.

[@at3o]

The timer works just like a microwave timer with the seconds hidden.

[@gsmith2000994]

Is that a US thing? In the UK I've only seen microwaves that count down from the time you set and almost all show seconds digits so you can see exactly how long is left, I.e you set for 1:00 it goes to :59 not 1:59?

[@TheSchnieder6]

@@gsmith2000994 microwaves have 4 digit displays, this only has 2. So a 2+ minute timer will drop down by 1 when started because it can't show seconds remaining until there is only seconds left, 59-00.

[@kthowgate]

My parents oven works like this too. My mum used to think she had to set it for an extra minute because it never set for the time you tell it but to me this design was pretty intuitive so I guess different people interpret things differently.

[@danblankenship5744]

My main question is cleaning the splattered grease. That's the issue I hate with the oven I own. Some sections are a real pain to clean. This one looks so much easier. I think that you need to use the larger bowl. The adapter lifts the heating elements enough so you don't get the raw center problem. Your bread was too thick on the cheese sandwich. I think this could be an awesome addition to my kitchen.

[@Bryan-T]

It would be nice if the inner was motorized with a spinner or some sort so you wouldn't have to manually flip stuff.

[@yosh641]

I always appreciated ninja and their quality thanks for the vid I was contemplating on getting this!

[@Christian_Luczejko]

I can’t believe the timer went from one minute to 59 seconds! RETURN THAT JUNK!

[@Trentz2]

When you use 1 min on microwave, it too does the same. It’s a countdown

[@patrickfreeman205]

Diagonal shows that you are a man of sophistication.

[@sziltner]

For less than $100 I would buy the Cosori Turbo Blaze. That's a real air fryer! 👍🏻

[@vitazgal9933]

People do love that Turbo Blaze!...This one is just different ... in a few ways.. it does not have glass dishes..etc...Temps can be set on the Turbo...huge plus. I have been thinking about getting that one !

[@xXVibrantSnowXx]

Yah, Ninja Products are pricey, better cheaper alternatives are available

[@rakuguy]

...or you could just buy a Pyrex bowl for $10 and put it inside the $60 air fryer most of us already own.

[@rodv69]

I have some thoughts on this it's just a small air fryer which is cool. I actually have some problems with the recipes. Recipes that require marinade Whether it be beef or chicken it doesn't make sense to marinate with the tray. The marinade drips off. I would marinate the beef without the tray. For the wings I would marinate without the tray and start cooking without the tray. Cooking the wings without the tray cooks the marinade into the wings. I would put the wings on the tray at the end just to crisp them up.

[@charlessellars7871]

As a otr driver I'm getting one for my truck

[@chadoliver5160]

We have the Ninja dual air fryer and really like it. I could see this as very useful in a heat and serve capacity. The timer on our dual air fryer is a bit confusing as well. I do like how all of their products have the same “beep”.

[@jeannerountree952]

I have one thing to add about the timer. When you set it for 10 minutes on your stove it counts down to nine minutes and 59 seconds so it makes me wonder if this item is doing that as well but it does not show the seconds.

[@miaobear33]

Is it easy to wash?

[@serinadalmer800]

How difficult was it to clean those cooking plates?

[@marciaromandia4619]

I have had the crispi for about a month now, love how it cooks the little potatoes, they come out really good. I tried the steak also, you definitely have to keep an eye on it. Way over cooked mine. Like you said, I pretty much love it with a few adjustments, it works well. Thanks for some of your tips, I am going to try the chicken dip that you made, it looked good. yummy

[@TedCornish]

Calling it now, within 2 weeks Tyler tube will have this very same machine, and have a manscape sponsor

[@HL09]

It’s been a LONG time since I’ve heard of tylertube

[@ItFigures89]

I watch both, but seems that maybe Tyler is starting to run out of his silly ideas and experiments lately.

[@TedCornish]

@@ItFigures89 I’d hate to be his neighbours as he films noisy vids at 3:00AM. No thought whatsoever. He used to be very good and really entertaining, those days have long gone

[@junosmith7668]

Watched a couple if his vids yesterday. He's got the mandscape sponsorship.

[@blazeparabellum7325]

​@@TedCornish agree. Little too intentional with the mispronunciations thinking he's so smart to get people to comment. It's kind of annoying. He used to be fun to watch. Not so much anymore.

[@envyvicious]

Yes! I had a Deni glass convection ( the original name for air fryer) countertop. I had it for 20, and the coil finally burned out. I bought the Ninja Foodi XL with smoke reduce function. It cooks well but smoke still escapes and it is a pain to clean. James should use the large to cook the steak because it is too close to the element to ensure evenly temps from the circulation. That's how I used to cook in my Deni.

[@scootermom1791]

5:44 my daughter makes the best grilled cheese sandwiches. She spreads a little bit of garlic butter on both pieces of bread. Then she places shredded cheese in between the non buttered slices and fries both sides of the sandwich. I would add tomato slices to mine. She doesn't like tomatoes. Lol It makes the perfect grilled cheese sandwich. 😊

[@howlandent]

Try adding a touch of garlic powder to your mac and cheese!!! I just use small elbow macaroni, add butter and shredded cheese ( I use colby jack and pepper jack shreds) and garlic powder, it is soooo good!!!

[@scootermom1791]

@@howlandent that sounds really good! Thanks for the suggestion. 😀

[@Starscreamious]

4:01 Some electrical cables will indicate their maximum safe temperature on them. It can be kind of hard to read though.

[@Tempestwolf79]

This reminds me of those classic NuWave convection ovens I use to see on infomercials.

[@meltedplasticarmyguy]

I was thinking the exact same thing.

[@freethebirds3578]

I want to know how good this is for reheating pizza. I won't put leftover pizza in the microwave, and the best way I have is on the pizza stone in the oven, but it takes a while. If this can keep the crust crispy when reheating it, it will go on my wish list.

[@aswatson76]

This looks like the vortex cooker in had in college in the mid 90’s.

[@Mrstigger747]

Man I LOVED them

[@dalilu97]

This might be "new" but I had a very similar one on 1996 or before and you can still find similars. It dod nos had 2 containers, not lids, but it was a crystal bowl where I was able to bake a whole chicken and ribs, steaks and even hard boiled eggs if wanted. The lid had the convection unit which now are called air fryers. My father also bought one for him. Y really liked it, it was very versatile and easy to clean, though a bit heavy on the thick glass bowl. Now Ninja is a favorite at home. And this designed allows to do many things while having two containers with its lids. It looks great, but concept is not new.

[@christophermcdonald5578]

I always wondered, does James leave reviews on the manufacturer's websites, etc.🤔

[@veneca4396]

I’m a flight attendant and heard about this from a flight attendant 🤣 We fly with all type of gadgets to make our lifestyle easier! I wish the top part was smaller because I’d much rather use this than a microwave to heat up my food for sure! Seems like something cool to have for someone that lives alone for sure 😊

[@ScottishWoman24]

The timer makes sense. 1 minute is 60 seconds, right? Well, after it reaches 1 minute, it's counting down the seconds.

[@KingJerbear]

I have the "non see-through" basket version of this air fryer (I recognized the beep lol) and it's awesome! We certainly haven't tried it for all of these different recipes, but it's the absolute BEST for reheating leftover pizza! It's also great for frozen french fries and chicken tenders. Best part is, you can throw some tinfoil or parchment paper inside before you put the food and have virtually zero cleanup.

[@aisforannihilation1662]

They keep coming up with really cool stuff. I will say there's still a big reason I love my instant pot duo crisp. The air coming out the vent is just warm so it's not heating up house as much as other units & brands. Not sure how they do it but that's a big bonus for me. Does a great job too. Plus its also an instant pot with all its features like steam, pressure cook, slow cook etc.

[@deepthoughtswithjessica]

We are switching to a glass one soon, appreciate this review!

[@IAmTheGlovenor]

When is the ninja woodfire XL grill review coming?

[@GordonGEICO]

I have a Woodfire XL and I LOVE that thing... most of these gadgets are gimmicky or situational but the Woodfire XL is the real deal. I even brought it to work once and smoked a couple packs of chicken thighs and everyone was blown away how fast/good it was.

[@IAmTheGlovenor]

@@GordonGEICO Thats what I seem to get from people. I'm just waiting until Costo or Sam's Club have it on sale for $300 again