All-in-One:
Ninja Foodi 11-in-1 Pro Pressure Cooker & Air Fryer, Steamer, Slow Cooker and More
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The Ninja Foodi 11-in-1 Pro (6.5 qt or 8 qt) is the kind of appliance that earns permanent counter space. It pressure-cooks, air-fries, steams, and slow-cooks all in one compact stainless-steel body, handling what used to take three separate machines. The controls are straightforward, cleanup is quick, and the build feels solid enough for daily use. It’s big enough for a full dinner but not so bulky that it dominates the kitchen. Whether you’re crisping leftovers, cooking rice, or doing a weeknight roast, it’s the rare multi-cooker that actually delivers on every mode it promises.
I probably use this at least 5 times a week. It’s the ultimate lazy chef multi-tool.
Air-fryer & Grill:
Ninja Foodi Smart XL Pro 7-in-1 Indoor
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The Ninja Foodi Smart XL Pro 7-in-1 Indoor Grill & Griddle is built for people who want outdoor-level cooking without stepping outside. It sears steaks, grills vegetables, air-fries, roasts, bakes, and even works as a flat-top griddle—all with precise temperature control and minimal smoke. The Smart Thermometer takes the guesswork out of doneness, and the wide cooking surface handles full family portions without crowding. Cleanup is simple, thanks to the nonstick grill plate and dishwasher-safe parts. It’s basically a compact, all-season grill station that lives comfortably on your countertop.
Although not entirely necessary if you already have the 11-in-1, I like having both on the counter for multiple cooking surfaces. It’s also larger and better for air-frying or grilling larger items.
Food Processor:
Ninja Professional XL Food Processor
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The Ninja Professional XL Food Processor is built for real kitchen volume. Its powerful motor powers through chopping, slicing, shredding, and dough mixing without bogging down, and the 12-cup bowl means you can prep big batches at once instead of in rounds. The controls are simple—no scrolling through modes, just direct buttons for what you actually use. Blades and discs store neatly in the included box, so you don’t end up with loose parts in a drawer. It’s strong, fast, and practical—everything you want from a food processor that’s meant to work, not just look professional.
Although food processors aren’t strictly essential, this will save you tons of time.
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Blender:
Ninja Professional Plus Blender
The Ninja BN701 Professional Plus Blender is a no frills value purchase. Current gen Ninja blenders offer basic functionality without a bunch of gizmos and gadgets to inflate the price. If you prefer to have your food processor, blender, etc. all in one package, you can opt for the Ninja Mega Kitchen System Blender instead, but the price tag will reflect the additional functionality.
When I started investing in the Ninja ecosystem, similar blenders were around $200. Now they often sell for half that price.