The Ninja Foodi DualZone DZ201 leads our list of picks worth watching during the sale because its 8-quart twin-basket design with Smart Finish sync has earned a 4.8 rating across more than 25,000 owner reviews, the strongest combination on this list. For shoppers who want everyday value, the Ninja AF141 Pro 5-QT sits close behind at a lower cost with the same Air Crisp cooking. If you only cook for one or two and want to keep things simple, the Ninja AF101 4-QT is the budget pick that still pulls a 4.7 from nearly 60,000 owners. Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days runs October 6-7, 2026, and most offers need a Prime membership.
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Owners speak, and we listen. We compared the nine picks above on basket capacity, wattage, cooking functions, and PFAS-free status where the listing states it, and we cross-checked those numbers against owner ratings and review counts on Amazon. Data was checked in October 2026 and will be re-checked as the sale progresses. No product was added or removed for ranking; the list reflects the lineup reviewers flag most often as worth watching.
Capacity: 8 qt
Wattage: 1690W
Functions: 6-in-1
Max Temp: 450F
Two baskets, one finish time, no juggling. That is the pitch the DZ201 delivers on, and reviewers back it up: in the 25,000-plus reviews, the Smart Finish function gets called out more than any other feature. Each basket runs its own cyclonic fan, so a 400F wing load and a 375F fry load both come out crisp on the same beat.
Pick the DZ201 if weeknight dinners mean a main and a side hitting the table together. Walk past it if you mostly reheat or cook for one; the AF141 Pro or AF101 cover that with less counter space. The DZ201 is faster on air fry mode than the SP101 toaster oven, but it cannot fit a 13-inch pizza the way the SP101 can.
Reviewers report the basket nonstick holds up well after months of use, though a few mention the crisper plate can discolor over time. The 17.9-pound weight is a one-time lift onto the counter, and the touch controls are responsive once you learn the menu layout.
Capacity: 5 qt
Wattage: 1750W
Functions: 4-in-1
Max Temp: 400F
Five quarts, four functions, 8,700 owner reviews at 4.7 stars. The AF141 Pro is the workhorse pick because it covers most family meals in one basket without the second-zone price tag. Reviewers highlight the Air Crisp output at 400F and call the texture close to a deep fry without the oil smell.
The AF141 Pro adds a quart of capacity and a slightly hotter top temperature over the AF101, but drops dehydrate. If you cook mostly air fry and roast, the trade is worth it. If you regularly dehydrate fruit or jerky, the AF101 keeps that function.
Capacity: 4 qt
Wattage: 1550W
Functions: 4-in-1
Max Temp: 400F
Almost 60,000 owner reviews at 4.7 stars tells you most of the story. The AF101 is the air fryer first-time Ninja buyers reach for, and reviewers keep calling it a reliable everyday workhorse. The 4-quart basket holds two pounds of fries, which covers one to two people with leftovers.
Pick the AF101 to test whether an air fryer fits your routine before stepping up. Skip it if you cook for four or more on a regular basis; the AF181 or DZ201 handle that volume better. The AF101 takes up less room than the SP101 oven, but it cannot toast bread or bake a small pizza.
The 10.6-pound weight is light enough to move in and out of a cabinet for daily use, and the included 20-recipe booklet shortens the learning curve for first-time air fryer owners.
Capacity: 6.5 qt
Wattage: 1750W
Functions: 6-in-1
Max Temp: 450F
MaxCrisp at 450F is the headline feature, and reviewers say it crisps chicken nuggets and tater tots in under ten minutes without an extra spritz of oil. The 6.5-quart basket fits five pounds of fries or nine pounds of wings, which is the threshold families of five or six hit on a regular basis. The unit is only 11.4 pounds and keeps a small footprint.
Owners who reviewed the AF181 report strong satisfaction with crisp quality and faster cook times on frozen items. The AF181 adds Max Crisp, two more functions, and a quart and a half of capacity over the AF141 Pro, and earns the upgrade if frozen foods and occasional baking are part of your week.
Capacity: 19.7 cu in
Wattage: 1750W
Functions: 8-in-1
Max Temp: 450F
Flip it up, and the counter reopens. That is the SP101’s whole pitch, and reviewers in apartments and galley kitchens call it the reason they picked it over basket models. The 8-in-1 functionality covers air fry, air roast, air broil, bake, bagel, toast, dehydrate, and keep warm, so it replaces a toaster, an air fryer, and a small oven in one footprint.
Pick the SP101 if you want one appliance that does toast, air fry, and bake, and you can live with the lower interior height. Walk past it if twin-basket cooking matters; the SP101 runs one chamber only. The flip-up storage is the differentiator from basket models, and the 8-in-1 function set covers the jobs a toaster, air fryer, and small oven would each handle separately.
First-time use produces a noticeable smell, which reviewers say fades after the first two or three runs. The 18.6-pound weight is moderate, and the knob control is simpler than touch menus for owners who want to set and forget.
Capacity: 4 qt
Wattage: 1500W
Functions: 4-in-1
Max Temp: 450F
Glass, not basket, and free of PFAS, PTFE, and traditional nonstick coatings. The Crispi FN101ST uses borosilicate glass containers that are thermal shock resistant, so a frozen batch goes straight into the air fryer without thawing. Reviewers highlight the snap-lock lids as a meal-prep win because the same container goes from cook to fridge.
The Crispi swaps the metal basket for glass, which solves two pain points reviewers raise on basket models: coating wear and cleaning stubborn grease. The trade is a slightly lower owner rating (4.5) and a smaller review base (9,227), which reflects that it is a newer product line.
The Crispi’s PowerPod is the same unit across the 4-qt and 6-cup containers, so you only store one heating base. Heat-safe feet protect granite and quartz surfaces, which reviewers with stone counters appreciate.
Capacity: 4 qt
Wattage: 1760W
Functions: 6-in-1
Max Temp: 500F
Char marks indoors, no charcoal required. The FG551 runs cyclonic air at 500F, and reviewers call it the closest an indoor unit comes to a real grill. The smart thermometer with four protein presets and nine doneness levels removes the guesswork on thicker cuts, which is the main reason grill-focused buyers reach for this one.
Where the DZ201 gives you a second basket, the FG551 gives you a grill grate, so you can only air fry or grill in one chamber at a time. Pick the FG551 if grill marks and seared proteins matter more than cooking two foods at once. Walk past it if twin-basket convenience is the priority.
Reviewers report a learning curve on the air fry mode, with results that vary until you adjust times. The ceramic-coated grill grate is dishwasher safe, which matters because grease collects under the heating element after several uses. At 22.4 pounds, this is the heaviest basket-style unit on the list.
Capacity: 21 L
Wattage: 1800W
Functions: 10-in-1
Max Temp: 450F
Twenty-one liters, ten functions, 90-second preheat. The DT201 is the unit for shoppers who want to retire a full-size oven and run a 5-pound chicken on one level with a sheet pan of vegetables on the other, no rotating required. The 10-in-1 function set is the widest on this list, and the True Surround Convection pulls ahead of a traditional oven by 30 percent on cook times.
The DT201 trades the SP101’s flip-up storage for a larger interior, a true convection system, and a digital display handle. The cost is weight (33.6 pounds) and a permanent spot on the counter, since this unit does not flip up. Pick the DT201 if you entertain often and want one oven that does it all. Walk past it if you want a basket air fryer for daily use.
Reviewers say the DT201 often finishes ahead of package directions, and the illuminated rack positions make it easy to track the two-level cooking. Some owners mention concerns about button durability after extended use, so plan for a wipe-down rather than aggressive presses.
Capacity: 6 qt
Wattage: 1500W
Functions: 6-in-1
Max Temp: 450F
Six quarts of glass and 1800W of power under one PowerPod. The Crispi Pro cooks a 7.5-pound whole chicken in the 6-qt container and feeds up to ten, with a 2.5-qt container nested in the same base for smaller portions. Reviewers highlight the leak-proof snap-lock lids and the freezer-to-fryer convenience as the meal-prep wins.
The Crispi Pro earns its place at the top of the glass category by stacking a full chicken and a side in one PowerPod base, then handing both off to the same modular system. Shoppers feeding a household of six or more get the most out of it; smaller households usually find the FN101ST easier to store.
Fully free of PFAS, PTFE, and BPA on every food-contact surface, the Crispi Pro is the cleanest pick for shoppers who prioritize non-toxic cookware. The 6-in-1 includes Bake and Proof, which is rare on a glass air fryer at this size. The smaller review base (1,410) reflects that it is a newer release, not a quality concern.
For one or two people, a 4-quart basket (the AF101 or the Crispi 4-qt) covers most weeknight meals. For three to five, a 5- to 6.5-quart basket (the AF141 Pro or AF181) gives you room for a main and a side. For six or more, or for anyone cooking a whole chicken plus a sheet pan of vegetables, the DT201 oven-style or the DZ201 dual zone are the picks. Browse Big Spring Sale air fryer deals on Amazon to see how other baskets line up by capacity.
A single basket is simpler and cheaper. A dual-zone unit like the DZ201 lets you cook two foods two ways at once, with Smart Finish syncing the end times. If you cook a protein and a vegetable every night, dual zone pays for itself in convenience. If you mostly reheat or cook one food at a time, the AF141 Pro or AF181 is the smarter pick.
Most Ninja basket air fryers use a ceramic-coated nonstick that holds up well in owner reviews. The Crispi line (FN101ST and AS101CY) is the exception; it uses borosilicate glass containers free of PFAS and PTFE, which solves the basket wear concern some owners report after a year of use. All listed parts are dishwasher safe. If non-toxic cookware is a priority, the Crispi line is the right starting point, and you can compare it against other non-toxic air fryers that are PFAS-free.
Function count ranges from 4 (AF101, AF141 Pro) to 10 (DT201). More functions mean more menus to learn but also more replacement for a toaster or full oven. The SP101 flips up against the backsplash, which is the smallest stored footprint in this lineup. The DT201 is the largest, and reviewers call it a counter-dedicated appliance.
Check the model number on the listing (AF101, AF141, DZ201, FG551, etc.) and confirm the generation or bundle before you buy. Look at the seller (Amazon or a third-party fulfilled by Amazon) and the shipping note on the listing. Most offers during this sale need a Prime membership, and a free trial counts. Compare any early deal against the listed MSRP and the 90-day price history on Amazon before you check out, and treat the prices below as starting points. The Amazon Prime Day air fryer deals worth buying guide shows what historical drops looked like on similar models.
Prime Big Deal Days runs October 6-7, 2026, and most offers need a Prime membership. Ninja air fryers are part of the sale every year, with discounts on basket, dual zone, and oven models. Shoppers see the deepest drops on the DZ201 dual basket, the SP101 flip-up oven, and the DT201 XL Pro. Check the listing closer to the event for the current price.
Yes, most Prime Big Deal Days offers are Prime member exclusives. A free trial counts if you sign up before the sale starts. Some lightning deals open to all shoppers after the early access window. If you see a price behind a Prime badge on the listing, the membership is required at checkout.
The Ninja DZ201 dual basket is the strongest pick on this list, with a 4.8 rating across more than 25,000 owner reviews and twin baskets that finish two foods at the same time. For shoppers on a tighter budget, the AF141 Pro 5-quart is the everyday value pick. The DT201 is the right pick if you want to replace a full oven.
Standard Ninja basket air fryers use a ceramic-coated nonstick surface, which avoids PTFE and PFOA in most models. The Crispi line, including the FN101ST and AS101CY, goes further with borosilicate glass containers that are PFAS-free, PTFE-free, and BPA-free on all food-contact surfaces. If non-toxic cookware is the priority, the Crispi line is the starting point.
Air fryers use a small heated chamber and a high-velocity fan, which means shorter cook times and less energy than preheating a full oven. Owner reports and manufacturer claims cite meaningful energy savings on weeknight meals, especially for small portions. The exact number depends on what you cook and how often you use it, but most owners see lower energy use for daily dinners.
The AF181 costs more than the AF141 Pro and adds Max Crisp at 450F, a quart and a half of capacity, and a Bake function. For households of five or six that cook frozen foods or want oven-style baking, the AF181 earns the upgrade. For three to four people running mostly air fry and roast, the AF141 Pro is the smarter pick and saves counter space.
Buy the Ninja DZ201 if you want the safest pick to watch during the sale: dual baskets, Smart Finish, and the strongest owner rating on this list. Buy the Ninja AF141 Pro if you want the everyday value pick for three to five people. Buy the Ninja AF101 if you only cook for one or two and want the budget pick. Buy the Ninja SP101 if counter space is the constraint. Buy the Ninja Crispi FN101ST or AS101CY if non-toxic glass cookware is the priority. Add the picks you want to your cart before the sale starts so you can check out fast when the prices land.
