Ninja Indoor Grill, Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill with Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Broil & Dehydrate, Smart Thermometer, Black/Silver, FG551

The Ninja Foodi Smart XL Pro is a compelling option for anyone craving the char and flavor of grilling year-round, regardless of weather.This 7-in-1 appliance boasts a large cooking surface and a range of functions, aiming to be more than just a grill. After several years of testing, here's my take:The Pros:• XL Cooking Surface: The "XL" designation is no joke. This grill offers ample space to cook for a family of four or even larger gatherings. You can easily fit multiple burgers, steaks, or even a whole chicken.• Versatile Functionality: Beyond grilling, it offers air frying, baking, roasting, broiling, dehydrating, and even a flat griddle option. This versatility truly makes it a multi-purpose appliance, potentially replacing several single-use gadgets. The probe/smart thermometer with metal braided wire is especially cool when grilling a steak! No more guessing, as it tells you the exact temp of the steak and when to flip it!• Smart Cook System: The built-in smart thermometer and pre-programmed settings take the guesswork out of cooking. It monitors the internal temperature and alerts you when your food is cooked to your desired level. This is a game-changer, especially for those less confident in their grilling skills.• Excellent Sear: The grill grates deliver impressive sear marks and a genuinely grilled flavor.• Easy Cleanup: The removable grill grates and grease tray are dishwasher safe, making cleanup a breeze.• Reduced Smoke: While not entirely smokeless, the design does a decent job of minimizing smoke compared to traditional outdoor grilling. You do notice a tab bit, but nothing that would set-off your smoke detector.The Cons:• Size: The "XL" size, while a benefit for cooking capacity, also means this appliance takes up a significant amount of counter space.• Price: It's a premium appliance with a premium price tag. Do you really need it.. yes you do.• Learning Curve: While the smart features are helpful, there's still a bit of a learning curve to mastering all the different functions and settings. Read the manual thoroughly and you'll be ready to go quick!If you have the counter space and budget, this is definitely worth considering.

Man I am basically an indoor pit boss now. The creations I was able to chef up on this grill have been amazing. The whole family can’t wait till I break this out each time I cook. Love the griddle portion of it. Nothing better than flipping cakes then switching to the grill to flip sausage patties. And it doesn’t take long to chef up something. I can fit 5 decently sized strip steaks on there as well. Such an easy unit to use so glad I made this purchase. And the included meat thermometer is a game changer. I’m talking perfect line inside steaks every time. Will definitely recommend this to anyone looking to wake their inner Netflix special chef.

Item is excellent that I bought before. But this one I bought as a gift and it showed up in a cardboard box with a lot of bubble wrap. Not sure this is new since it isn't in the Ninja Foodi Grill box I received perviously. AMAZON PLEASE EXPLAIN WHY THE ITEM IS OUT OF MANUFACTURER BOX. My guess is it's reconditioned and not new. Kind of sick of Amazon and the BS they play.

I cannot say enough good things about the Ninja IG651 Foodi Smart XL Pro 7-in-1 Indoor Grill/Griddle Combo.This little gadget has given me a renewed love of cooking. About 3 years ago I purchased a Blackstone Flat Top Griddle, Electric Smoker, and an Oklahoma Joe's Longhorn Combo (offset smoker, charcoal grill, propane grill, all with a side burner too). I liked my outdoor kitchen but soon realized I wasn't using them often as I thought I would due to extreme hot and cold weather temps and the hassle of cleaning up. This is what led to my purchase of the Ninja OG701 7-in-1 Outdoor Electric Grill & Smoker. I enjoyed it so much I decided to buy the Ninja Foodi for indoor cooking.I've had the Ninja Foodi XL 7-in-1 for 2 ½ weeks and used the griddle 3 times, air crisp option 2 times, grill 4 times and broil once. I consider myself to be a good cook. My cooking expertise leans toward Thai, Mexican, and Indian cuisines. However, I tend to get in a hurry when frying over easy eggs and break the yolks. Plus I gave up cooking steaks years ago because I hardly ever can get them Medium Rare.Everything I have made on the Foodi has turned out perfectly. Grilled Salmon and Ribeye Steak were restaurant quality. The slipperiness of the griddle plate makes over easy eggs a breeze with in tact runny yolks. All pancakes were evenly cooked at the same time regardless of where they were on the griddle. Air Crisp zucchini fries and eggplant slices were delightfully crunchy and tasty. The baked (then broiled) meatloaf was slightly crispy on the outside yet moist on the inside. Baked skinless chicken thighs were done to perfection and very juicy.The temperature probe is fairly accurate, though my Thermapen has always been spot on so I tend to use that when cooking something super fussy. When you set a temp and insert the probe, the Ninja shuts off as soon as the programmed temp is reached. It then reminds you to let the food rest.After cooking,comes clean up. Nothing could be easier than cleaning the Ninja Foodi. The grill, griddle, and air crisp basket come clean with a sprayer faucet. Seriously, no wiping or scrubbing - a strong spray removes everything within 15 to 20 seconds. Then a quick wipe with a soapy sponge or dishcloth gets rid of any residual greasiness. I see no reason why I'd run them through the dishwasher. I also remove the splatter screen and wipe both sides with a soapy sponge then rinse under the sprayer - it still looks brand new.The only critique I have is that the included recipe pamphlet seems to have incorrect cook times on many recipes. I've seen other reviews stating the same thing…cook times are too long. I'd suggest always using an instant read thermometer or probe for greater accuracy when cooking.All in all, I'd strongly suggest getting a Ninja grill, or get two like I did.

I can't really say enough good things about this. Our Foreman grill broke and we bought this as a replacement and WOW. Just WOW. We put our other air fryer in storage. This thing does it all. A steak on this is difficult to differentiate from one I cook on the grill. Yeah, it really is that good.