Ninja Foodi 5-in-1 Black
Score: 80/100
Cuisinart GR-6S
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Cuisinart GR-6S is a 5-in-1 indoor electric grill featuring a smoke-less mode and independent temperature control across a 200 sq in surface. It may need factory-default tweaks and its cooking area, while generous, is smaller than XL-class competitors. Best suited for small households seeking precise, low-smoke indoor grilling.
The Ninja Foodi 5-in-1 Indoor Grill delivers powerful 500°F cyclonic grilling and multiple cooking modes in a compact-ish footprint. Smoke generation with fatty foods and a learning curve for the digital interface are notable downsides. Ideal for apartment cooks who need versatile indoor grilling without a rotisserie.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,760 Wbest | 1,500 W | |
645.2 cm² | 1,290.3 cm²best | |
260 °Cbest | 218 °C | |
120 Vbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.07 kg | 5.806 kgbest |
1 years | 3 yearsbest | |
86.4 cmbest | — |
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Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Cooking Surface Area (cm²) | 645.2 cm² | 1290.3 cm² |
Product Weight (kg) | 9.07 kg | 5.806 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | HxWxD: 28.0 x 37.9 x 37.9 cm | 7.0 in x 11.5 in x 10.5 in |
Cooking Surface Material | stainless steel | Aluminum nonstick |
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1760 W | 1500 W |
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 218 °C |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the EG201 for its innovative 500°F cyclonic grilling that produces restaurant-grade char without outdoor equipment, noting the even heat distribution, low-smoke operation, and precise temperature controls.
Everyday users love the smoke-free grilling and the ability to make crispy, low-fat fries and wings, calling it a game-changer for apartments. Common praise centers on the versatile functions and easy dishwasher cleanup, while recurring complaints focus on the appliance's size, occasional smoke with fatty foods, and a steep learning curve.
“Easy, Fast and Even, But Defaults Need Tweaking”
Professional reviewers commend the GR-6S for its innovative smoke-less presets, DuoControl independent heating, and solid 200 sq in cooking surface that delivers even results across multiple modes. They view the LCD display and self-adjusting hinge as upgrades that make indoor grilling more precise and convenient, while noting that the core performance remains consistent with previous Cuisinart models.
Consumers rate the GR-6S highly, emphasizing its ease of cleaning, compact footprint, rapid and uniform heating, and effective smoke reduction for indoor use. The most common praise centers on its versatility for paninis, cheese melts, and meats, while recurring complaints focus on the need to adjust factory defaults and the lack of long-term durability data.
