Ninja Ninja Air Fryer Max XL vs Instant Pot Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart Air Fryer

The Bottom Line

For most families, Ninja is our recommendation. With a score of 8.3/10 versus Instant Pot's 8.0/10, Ninja delivers stronger overall performance in our testing.

Key Differentiators

Ninja wins on:

• Safety: Better safety profile based on our analysis

Instant Pot might still be right for you if:

• Budget is your primary concern
• You have specific brand loyalty or preferences

When to Choose Each

Choose Ninja if:

• You want the overall best-performing option
• ["Families of 4-5 who need PFAS-free ceramic coating and 5.5-quart capacity for regular meal preparation","Busy parents prioritizing fast cooking times (MaxCrisp technology reduces cook time by 25%) and easy cleanup with dishwasher-safe parts","Households with counter space for permanent appliance who will use it daily to replace oven or microwave reheating"]

Choose Instant Pot if:

• You have specific requirements it addresses
• You need to stay within a tighter budget

Both products meet our quality standards, but Ninja has the edge in our comprehensive evaluation.