Ninja - DoubleStack XL 10 QT, 6-in-1, 2-Basket Air Fryer, Space Saving Design - Gray

I have been air frying for some time now with multifunction cookers, but this is my first full-on air fryer. I have shied away from them in the past because the space-saving units look like they hold very little food and I have to cook for six. This air fryer proved me wrong! It can hold so much food and I don’t have to cook in a bunch of batches. The unit itself is quite compact; it doesn’t take up too much counter space horizontally and it is short enough that it fits vertically without an issue. Additionally, it is lightweight so when I put it away there is no struggle to carry it around my kitchen. Each basket can cook at completely different settings simultaneously, or the same setting for both baskets with Match Cook. I have been testing out with so many foods since I got it. I cooked a 5lbs whole chicken, and it came out incredibly delectable with crispy skin while still soft and juicy on the inside. I made air fried zucchini parmesan chips, homemade French fries, and mozzarella sticks. All of them came out to perfection. I have reheated a day-old burger and fries and it revived them back to their original goodness. I have also dehydrated some cherry tomatoes that were about to go bad if I didn’t use them. I now have shelf-stable tomatoes for my next pasta dish. One of the best parts of this unit is how easy it is to clean. As I mentioned, I have several other modalities for air frying, but none clean as easily as this one, most involve soaking and a lot of scrubbing. It has become my go-to now because as a busy mom, less cleaning is always a blessing. I did note that the panel can be somewhat confusing to get the hang of at first. After a few uses, I got accustomed to it, but not without accidentally turning it off a few times. I recommend having the Quick Start Guide handy until getting used to it. I am thoroughly enjoying this unit and using it for everything I can think of. I already have a list of more things to try on it. I definitely recommend it for big families.

You can fit a lot of food into this air fryer! This would be perfect for a family to cook everything at once and have it be done at the same time. If you have picky eaters you can use one basket to cook your meal and use the other basket to cook something totally different. You have so many options when using the Ninja air fryer! When I received this machine the first thing I did was run the baskets and accessories through the dishwasher. I did this the first time to make sure everything is disinfected before use. Going forward I will hand clean as it’s super simple to clean and wipe down the nonstick basket and accessories and is recommend per the manual. I put this on my counter with the right side next to a wall. I would not recommend doing this as the heat vents are on that side and will really heat up the wall and also not provide enough air flow for the machine. This will cause it to over heat and possible burn out. So now when I use the machine I slid it somewhat sideways to make sure it’s getting enough air. The instruction book is very helpful in getting started on how to use the dual trays in each basket. I have cooked some items in the machine and they have turned out great. One test I did was put mini quiche on the top row and on the bottom row I put some chicken tenders. They both turned out perfect, hot, crispy, and not burnt. The machine really can do two items in the same basket and have them turn out wonderful. The baskets on this machine have holes in the back to allow for air flow, so the heat isn’t just on top with a fan blowing down, but instead the fan is sucking air through to cook evenly. The display is easy to read and will give you information for both baskets when both are in use. Once you select your cooking setting you can then adjust the temp and time. Just an FYI this machine makes a very loud beep sound when started. My other ninja products make similar sounds but they are a little quieter whereas this machine is very loud. Also other machines pause cooking when you remove a basket, this one does not, it will just continue on as if the basket is in place. If you want to pause cooking you have to press the pause button. I normally just let it run and pull out the basket do whatever is needed for the food and push it back into place. I just adjust the time to compensate for me removing the basket. I really love the smart finish feature. Using this feature you can cook two different items that have different time tables in each basket and have them both finish at the same time. This is such a great idea as you don’t have to remember to start one item so they can finish at the same time. Just push the button and you’re all set to have both items finish at the same time so they are both pipping hot! Overall this is a great air fryer and would be perfect if you entertained or had a family. I do see the value in being able to cook two meals at once, but since there are just two of us the machine is probably more than we need. It will be great when we entertain as we can cook multiple items and snacks at once.

I love this air fryer. Saves space and allows me to cook two separate dishes at once!

This air fryer is a game-changer in my kitchen and has quickly become one of my favorite cooking appliances. I am thoroughly impressed with its performance and capabilities. Here are some of the features and aspects of the Ninja Double Stack XL that I absolutely love: Generous Capacity: The 10-quart capacity is perfect for cooking larger meals or for preparing food for a group of people. The double stack design allows you to cook multiple items simultaneously, saving time and making meal preparation more efficient. Versatility: This air fryer is not just for air frying. It also functions as a dehydrator, making it a versatile appliance for a variety of cooking needs. Whether you want to air fry, roast, bake, reheat, or dehydrate, this air fryer can do it all. Ease of Use: The digital control panel is user-friendly and easy to navigate. The pre-programmed settings make it simple to cook a variety of foods with just the touch of a button. The removable parts are dishwasher-safe, making cleanup a breeze. I will say if you are trying to fry small items like French fries, the small one can slip under the tray. I will most likely be purchasing the basket accessory. If the racks had cross hatching as part of the design, that probably would have done the trick. Also love the Smart finish button which allows the unit with shorter cook time to delay start, allowing it to sync up with the other tray to have both trays complete at the same time. Even Cooking: The powerful heating element and convection fan ensure that food is cooked evenly and with a crispy texture. I have been consistently impressed with the results I have achieved with this air fryer. Sleek Design: The Ninja Double Stack XL has a modern and sleek design that looks great on my kitchen countertop. The stainless steel finish is durable and easy to clean. In conclusion, the Ninja Double Stack XL Air Fryer has exceeded my expectations in every way. It is a high-quality appliance that offers great performance, versatility, and convenience. If you are in the market for an air fryer that can handle larger batch cooking and offers multiple cooking functions, I highly recommend. It has truly transformed the way we cook and has become an essential tool in my kitchen. My wife and daughter love it and use it almost every day.

I've got several Air Fryers, but they're the "built-in" ones from other Ninja products, like the Foodi Grill and the Foodi Pressure Cooker. It's nice having a dedicated Air Fryer, so I opted to try this new model, the Double Stack XL. I have used the previous model before (the wider side-by-side basket one) and I wanted to see if there's any improvement to this one, as with the previous model, it seemed to Air Fry very unevenly. As for unboxing, not much to see here, honestly. The retail box just shows all the various features and what food "should" look like, when made in the product. Inside the box, it's literally just Styrofoam and the Air Fryer unit, along with the manual and other documentation, bundled together in a plastic baggy. The Air Fryer does have the usual Ninja "tape", supporting everything during shipment. There were no dents or other defects on this unit, which seems to be pretty common with my experiences with Ninja products, unfortunately. Thankfully, no worries on my unit! As an overview, this product has several cook modes, including Air Fry, Air Broil, Bake, Roast, Reheat and Dehydrate. The modes I focused on in my testing were Air Fry and Bake. There's also 3 different preset modes to choose from: Double Stack Pro (when using the included wire racks for stacking), Smart Finish (for cooking multiple meals in different ways to have them finish at the same time) and Match Cook (when cooking the same foods in both baskets, pretty much). I did use all 3 of these options in my testing. One difference I did notice, between this new version vs. the older, wider one: The Double Stack XL's baskets have vents/holes in the back and it appears the actual element used for heating is located in the back area of the baskets and it cooks through the vents. Whereas on the older, wide model, it seemed to be top-blowing...which was problematic, especially on certain foods that had "toppings", such as small, personal pizzas - it would just scatter the pepperoni everywhere, lol. I didn't experience that with the new Double Stack XL. Overall, food quality seemed pretty good. As with any Ninja product, there is a small bit of a learning curve, so I'm sure that with a little more time and experience, I'll have even better food quality. I only had issues with one type of thing I tried to Air Fry, which I will touch on last, in the next paragraph. I tried Salmon and Asparagus, using the Smart Finish mode, with the Salmon on the top basket and the Asparagus on the bottom. Both came out near-perfect and had just the right amount of crispiness on the outer layer, especially the glaze over the Salmon. I did try Waffle Fries and Tots (not at the same time, just over separate meals) using both baskets on Match Cook and they did pretty well - you just have to pull out the basket and shake them up a time or two during the cooking process. I also tried the Double Stack Pro mode, as well, using the wire racks. Using one basket, just to test, I placed some marinated/seasoned chicken breasts on the wire rack and some sweet potato fries on the bottom. I cooked them for a tad over the recommended time and it turned out pretty great! Also, the Bake mode worked as well as expected, no issues there and honestly....it kinda worked a bit better and more evenly than my actual oven. The only thing I tried that I just could NOT get to turn out well is tortillas. I cut the wraps into quarters, brushed Olive Oil over both sides and sprinkled with salt. It didn't matter what option or mode I used, I just could not get them to turn out crispy. They'd either be undercooked...or burnt. I tried using the Doublestack Pro mode and layer them on the bottom of the basket and the wire rack, as well as just cooking them on the bottom of the baskets. Neither way turned out well at all. Had an entire batch just go in the trash. Regardless of that, I'm still going to give this unit a 5/5 review. Unless I'm doing something wrong, I recommend this for everything EXCEPT making your own tortillas, lol. It has a solid build quality and I certainly love the new technology and how it actually cooks, with the venting in the baskets, which definitely helps!

The Ninja DoubleStack XL Air Fryer is a top contender for anyone looking to enhance their kitchen with a high-end air fryer that doesn’t hog a whole kitchen countertop. Here’s what I like about it… Pros: 1.

Beautiful and very compact machine. It comes with a detailed instruction guide.

My husband researched this product and he found great reviews. Still I was a little hesitant to buy it, but I have to say it was a great purchase. Super easy to use and clean.

For starters, this isn’t an air fryer with two compartments! It’s actually two separate 5 qt air fryers with individual controls, heating elements and a raised rack so there can be four different foods cooking between the two drawers on two levels. Each oven can be set to cook independently, a “Smart Finish” setting that allows you to cook with both ovens different ways but have them finish at the same time, or a “Match Cook” setting where one setting applies to both ovens. It is recommended that you cook starchy foods on the bottom “crisper plate” and proteins on the top rack. The cooking settings available are Air Fry, Air Broil, Roast, Bake, Reheat, and Dehydrate. The unit measures 11.25 in L x 19.22 in W x 15.14 in H, but unlike most air fryers it sits almost flush with the back wall. This is because the controls and the hot air discharge vents are located on the right side of the unit, whereas on other units the hot air discharge is normally in the back. You need to make sure nothing is too close to the hot air discharge on the side! If you currently use an air fryer, this one is well worth the upgrade! If you haven’t then do it! This has become the most used kitchen appliance in our household, and we use it for most everything! And that includes items we used to bake/broil in our standard oven and fry in a pan.