Ninja Crispi Pro Review: A Struggle to Find Fault with This Kitchen Marvel
The latest Ninja Crispi Pro has arrived, boasting new cooking settings such as bake, proof, and dehydrate, alongside an expanded 5.7L capacity. Launched as an upgrade to the original Ninja Crispi from March 2025, this model maintains the brand's reputation for dominating the air fryer market with innovative designs.
Design and Setup: A Modular Revolution
Unlike traditional drawer-style air fryers, the Ninja Crispi Pro features a modular system with adjustable bases and detachable glass bowls. The package includes a 5.7L bowl for family meals and a 2.3L bowl for snacks, both dishwasher-safe and accompanied by storage lids. Setting up involves adjusting the base to one of three notches based on bowl size, which might feel fiddly initially but becomes intuitive with use.
The controls are user-friendly, with a central dial for selecting modes like air fry, maxcrisp, and recrisp. A notable absence is a built-in light for viewing food, but the glass bowls offer a 360-degree view, enhancing cooking precision.
Cooking Performance: Excellence in Every Bite
During testing, the Ninja Crispi Pro excelled across various dishes. Its ability to heat up to 240°C, thanks to manual temperature control, provided crispier results than many competitors maxing out at 200°C. Chips achieved a golden crisp using the maxcrisp function, while reheating pizza restored it perfectly without drying out.
The proof function proved invaluable for dough, rising pizza dough in under an hour. The 5.7L bowl facilitated one-pot meals, such as steak dinners and pasta bakes, reducing cleanup. Jacket potatoes cooked in 35 minutes with fluffy interiors and crispy skins, showcasing the appliance's versatility.
Cleaning and Value: Simplicity and Worth
Cleaning is a breeze with dishwasher-safe glass bowls and crisper plates that resist stains. Priced at £249, the Ninja Crispi Pro offers strong value given its features, compact size, and storage ease. It suits households of all sizes, from solo cooks to families.
While the modular system requires a brief learning curve, it quickly becomes second nature. Existing Ninja Crispi owners might upgrade for the larger bowl and maxcrisp feature, but the original remains compatible.
Testing Methodology and Trust
Our review involved a week of rigorous testing, cooking diverse dishes to evaluate design, performance, ease of care, and value. As a journalist specializing in home appliances, the tester has extensive experience with air fryers, ensuring reliable recommendations based on real-world use.
In summary, the Ninja Crispi Pro stands out as a top-tier air fryer, packed with features that simplify kitchen tasks. Its minor drawbacks are easily overlooked in light of its overall excellence.
