Overview

The Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 reinvents what an air fryer can be. Its modular glass vessel design breaks from basket conventions entirely—cook in see-through containers that double as food storage, store the compact cooking head in a drawer, and reclaim your counter space.

For design-conscious cooks frustrated by bulky kitchen appliances, the Crispi offers a genuinely new approach.

Features Deep-Dive

Glass Vessel Innovation

The Crispi's defining feature is its borosilicate glass cooking vessels. Unlike traditional wire baskets, these transparent containers let you watch food transform without opening anything. See the browning progress, catch that perfect moment before burning, and understand how air frying actually works.

The vessels aren't just for cooking—snap on the included lids and they become food storage containers. Meal prep directly into the cooking vessel, refrigerate, then attach the heating head when ready to cook. This integration eliminates transfer steps and reduces dishes.

Modular Heating Head

The compact cooking head contains all the heating and fan technology, designed to attach directly to the glass vessels. When cooking finishes, lift off the head and store it separately. This modularity means you're not dedicating counter space to a single-purpose appliance—the glass vessels stack normally in cabinets while the cooking head tucks away.

Two Vessel Sizes

The included 4-quart and 1.4-liter vessels address different cooking needs. The large vessel handles family portions; the small one works for snacks, reheating, or sides. Having both means you can cook appropriately-sized batches without wasting energy heating excess capacity.

Four Cooking Modes

Air Fry, Bake, Recrisp, and Max Crisp cover essential functions without overwhelming complexity. Recrisp deserves special mention—it's specifically optimized for reviving leftover pizza, day-old fries, and other foods that soggy in reheating. The dedicated mode produces better results than general-purpose air fry settings.

Pricing Analysis

At $130, the Crispi costs roughly the same as Ninja's traditional Max XL. You're not paying more for innovation—you're choosing a different approach at the same price point. The value equation depends on what you prioritize.

Choose the Crispi if counter space, storage flexibility, and the ability to see your food matter most. Choose traditional basket designs if maximum capacity and proven convention appeal more. Both deliver quality Ninja cooking performance; they simply serve different kitchen philosophies.

Who Is This For?

The Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 works best for:

• Space-conscious cooks who need appliances that store away completely
• Visual learners who want to see food cooking without opening doors
• Meal preppers who value cook-and-store vessel integration
• Design-sensitive buyers tired of appliances dictating kitchen aesthetics
• Gift givers looking for genuinely innovative kitchen technology

Who Should NOT Use This

The Crispi might not be right if:

• Maximum capacity is priority: Traditional baskets offer more cubic inches
• You prefer proven designs: The modular approach is new territory
• Glass handling concerns you: The vessels are durable but not indestructible
• You want extensive cooking modes: Four modes vs. seven+ on traditional models

Bottom Line

The Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 isn't just another air fryer—it's a rethinking of how countertop cooking appliances should work. For those willing to embrace the modular glass approach, it offers unique advantages no traditional air fryer can match.

FAQ

How durable is the borosilicate glass?

Borosilicate glass (the same material used in lab equipment and high-end bakeware) handles thermal shock and general kitchen use well. It's more durable than standard glass but still requires reasonable care—avoid dropping on hard surfaces or dramatic temperature swings.

Can I use the glass vessels in the oven?

The vessels are oven-safe up to 450°F, adding versatility for conventional baking or roasting. However, they're optimized for the Crispi heating head; oven results won't match the air frying performance.

How does capacity compare to traditional 5-quart air fryers?

The 4-quart vessel is slightly smaller than typical 5.5-quart baskets. For most cooking tasks, this difference is negligible—you might fit slightly fewer wings or fries, but not enough to matter for typical family portions.

Is the heating head difficult to store?

The heating head is surprisingly compact, roughly the size of a small saucepan. Most users find it fits easily in cabinets alongside other small appliances. The glass vessels stack normally like any container.