Ninja Foodi DZ201
Score: 86/100
Instant Pot Vortex Plus
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Ninja Foodi DZ201 is a dual-basket air fryer offering 8 qt total capacity and six versatile cooking programs, making it ideal for families needing to cook multiple dishes at once. Its main drawbacks are its bulky size and heavy weight, which can be challenging for smaller kitchens. Best suited for larger households that prioritize flexibility over compactness.
The Instant Vortex Plus 4QT offers six versatile cooking functions in a compact, stainless-steel package with dishwasher-safe accessories. Its small capacity and single-basket design limit batch cooking for larger families. Best suited for couples or small households needing a space-saving, multi-function air fryer.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
7.6 Lbest | 3.8 L | |
1,690 Wbest | 1,600 W | |
232 °Cbest | 205 °C | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.1 kg | 4.082 kgbest |
6best | 6best | |
120 Vbest | — | |
4best | — | |
1 yrbest | 1 yrbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power(1) | ||
Power Wattage (W) | 1690 W | 1600 W |
Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | digital | Touchscreen |
Design & Build(3) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 8.10 kg | 4.082 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 31.5×35.2×39.7 cm cm | 28.0×33.2×25.9 cm cm |
Primary Material | Plastic, stainless steel, rubber | Stainless steel |
Performance(2) | ||
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 232 °C | 205 °C |
Temperature Range (°C) | 40-232 °C | 35-205 °C |
General(1) | ||
Food Capacity (L) | 7.6 L | 3.8 L |
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Professional reviewers commend the Ninja Foodi DZ201 for its generous 8-qt capacity, dual-zone flexibility, and versatile cooking programs, but they consistently point out its bulky footprint and large dimensions as drawbacks for kitchens with limited counter space.
Consumers praise the dual-basket design for enabling simultaneous cooking of separate dishes, the spacious interior for family meals, and the ease of cleaning. The most common complaints revolve around the appliance being larger and heavier than expected, making placement and handling challenging.
“dual compartments for cooking two meals simultaneously, saving time”
Professional reviewers describe the Instant Pot Vortex Plus 4QT as a powerful yet compact solution that delivers quick, even heating thanks to its 1,500-1,600 W output. They commend its six cooking functions for providing versatility that replaces several kitchen appliances, and they appreciate the touchscreen interface and dishwasher-safe non-stick basket as convenient, quality-of-life features. However, they note the limited 4-quart capacity and single-basket design as drawbacks for larger households, and they point out the lack of induction compatibility as a minor limitation.
Everyday users consistently highlight the appliance's ease of use, compact size, and reliable cooking results, especially for frozen appetizers and single-portion meals. The most common complaints revolve around the small 4-quart capacity, which forces sequential cooking for larger meals or multiple items, and the single-basket design that slows down multi-item preparation.
