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Ninja AF161 Max XL Air Fryer 5.5 Quart

AF161 Max XL for buyers who want the AF101's crisping with more capacity. 5-quart capacity splits the difference between the compact AF101 and full-size models.

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated October 15, 2026◷ 3 min read

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Ninja AF161 Max XL Air Fryer 5.5 Quart

Ninja AF161 Max XL Air Fryer 5.5 Quart

Ninja

AF161 Max XL for buyers who want the AF101's crisping with more capacity. 5-quart capacity splits the difference between the compact AF101 and full-size models.

  • 5.5-quart basket
  • 1750W Max Crisp technology
  • 450°F max temperature
  • Ceramic-coated crisper plate
  • Dishwasher-safe parts

Pros

  • 450°F max temperature is the highest in this list, for the fastest, crispiest sear
  • 5.5-quart capacity splits the difference between the compact AF101 and full-size models
  • Ninja's fan and element design carries over the AF101's crisping performance at larger scale

Cons

  • No dedicated presets, same manual-entry interface as the AF101
  • Larger unit takes noticeably more counter and storage space than the AF101
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