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Ninja’s first-ever microwave just replaced two of my kitchen appliances at once
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Ninja has released the Crispi, a microwave with a built-in air fryer that aims to replace two kitchen appliances with one. It costs $449.99.
A two-in-one kitchen machine
Ninja's Crispi Microwave and Air Fryer combines a microwave and an air fryer in one box. It uses a system called FusionCrisp to heat food quickly and make it crispy on the outside. The goal is to reheat leftovers like pizza, chicken tenders and fries so they stay hot and crunchy, not soggy.
Key facts
- Price: $449.99
- Microwave power: 1,000 watts
- Air fryer power: 1,700 watts
- Glass cooking dish: 5.5 quarts
- Size: 20.3 x 17.56 x 14.1 inches
Why this idea is not brand new
Microwave and air fryer combinations already exist. Smeg has tried this idea, and many modern microwaves have extra cooking modes. What makes the Crispi different is that FusionCrisp is meant to blend the two cooking methods, not just offer two separate buttons. It also has no rotating plate inside, so there is more room to cook several dishes at once.
Who it is for
This machine could save counter space for people who already own both a microwave and an air fryer. But it is large, so it may not fit well in a small kitchen. At this price, it costs much more than a basic microwave, so it makes the most sense for people who use both appliances often.
What to watch
- Whether the crispy results match the claims in real kitchen tests
- How many other brands copy the combined microwave and air fryer idea
- Whether the price drops over time
Glossary
- Ninja
- A company that makes kitchen appliances such as blenders, air fryers and microwaves.
- Air fryer
- A small appliance that cooks food by blowing very hot air around it, which makes food crispy without much oil.
- FusionCrisp
- Ninja's name for the technology that mixes microwave heating with air frying in the Crispi.
- Smeg
- A company that makes kitchen appliances, including ovens and microwaves with air fry features.