Air Fryers
COSORI Pro Gen 2 Air Fryer (5.8 qt)
$99.99
Best features pick — big square basket, one-touch presets, sleek screen.
Air Fryers
Ninja AF101 Air Fryer
$89.99 $99.99
The Ninja AF101 is the model we point most people to first: a 4-quart basket, fast even crisping, a wide 105–400°F range that also dehydrates, and dishwasher-safe parts. Reliable, not flashy — exactly what you want from an appliance you use several times a week.
Best for: Couples · Everyday use · Beginners · Easy cleanup
How it scores
Ease of use5/5
Performance4/5
Durability4/5
Easy to clean5/5
Value for money5/5
Pros & cons
- Even cooking
- Simple dial controls
- Dishwasher-safe parts
- Excellent track record
- Basket shape not ideal for whole chicken
- No preset buttons
In depth
In regular rotation (1550W, a 4 qt capacity, serving about 2–3), the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer earns 4/5 for performance and 4/5 for durability in our scoring. Even cooking is the detail that shows up most in day-to-day use. Dishwasher-safe parts keep cleanup mostly hands-off, which feeds into its 5/5 cleanup score.
This one is a strong fit for Couples, Everyday use, Beginners. Where it falls short: basket shape not ideal for whole chicken, and no preset buttons — worth weighing against its 5/5 value-for-money score before you commit.
Compared to the COSORI Pro Gen 2 Air Fryer (5.8 qt), the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer runs about $10 less than it and matches it on value for money (5/5). If large square basket matters more to you than even cooking, the COSORI Pro Gen 2 Air Fryer (5.8 qt) is the one to check next.
Where it sits in Air Fryers
At $89.99, the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer is 2nd cheapest of the 3 air fryers we list — right at the $89.99 median for the category. Stepping down to the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer (4 qt) saves $10; stepping up to the COSORI Pro Gen 2 Air Fryer (5.8 qt) costs $10 more. It also carries the highest customer rating of the 3 and the most reviews of the 3.
| Product | Price | Rating | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer (4 qt) | $79.99 | 4.6★ | 4 qt |
| Ninja AF101 Air Fryer (this page) | $89.99 | 4.7★ | 4 qt |
| COSORI Pro Gen 2 Air Fryer (5.8 qt) | $99.99 | 4.7★ | 5.8 qt |
Prices are from our last catalog check and move around on Amazon; ranking is across the 3 air fryers in the Kantan Prep catalog, not the whole market.
Full specifications
| Capacity | 4 qt |
|---|---|
| Serves | 2–3 |
| Material | Plastic / non-stick basket |
| Wattage | 1550 |
| Voltage | 120 |
| Dimensions (in) | 13.6 x 11 x 12.5 |
| Weight (lbs) | 8 |
| Color | Grey |
| Controls | digital |
| Presets | 4 |
| Temp range (°F) | 105–400 |
| Timer | 60 min |
| Functions | Air fry, Roast, Reheat, Dehydrate |
| Included | Crisper plate |
| Dishwasher safe | Yes |
| BPA-free | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Noise | Low |
| Power | Corded electric |
| Footprint | Medium |
Common questions
How much does the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer cost?
As of our last check it was priced around $89.99 (down from $99.99) on Amazon. That makes it the 2nd cheapest of the 3 air fryers in our catalog, level with the $89.99 category median. Amazon prices change often, so confirm the current price before buying.
Who is the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer best for?
Best for: Couples, Everyday use, Beginners, Easy cleanup. If that profile doesn't fit, the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer (4 qt) covers similar ground for $10 less.
Is the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer worth the price?
It sits at the $89.99 median for the 3 air fryers we list, with the highest customer rating of the group. At a 5/5 value-for-money score in our comparison, it's one of the stronger picks in its price range — the main tradeoff to weigh is basket shape not ideal for whole chicken.
📖 Want the full rundown? Read our Air Fryers buying guide.
Related products
Air Fryers
Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer (4 qt)
$79.99 $99.95
Easiest to use — foolproof controls and quick preheat from the Instant Pot makers.