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Measured Capacity5.5 qt (5.2 L)
Dual Chambers
No
Glass Chamber
No
Tray Coating Type
Ceramic
Chamber Coating Type
PTFE
Measured Capacity4.5 qt (4.3 L)
Dual Chambers
No
Glass Chamber
No
Tray Coating Type
PTFE
Our Verdict
Ninja Max XL AF161
Philips 2000 series 4.2L NA220/00
The Ninja Max XL AF161 is a better air fryer for most people than the Philips 2000 series 4.2L NA220/00. Both models produce good-quality fried foods, so air fryer classics like fries, nuggets, and veggies come out mostly golden brown. However, the Ninja works faster and is much more versatile. It has a wider range of temperature and fan speed settings, so you can use it for baking, dehydrating, and making extra-crispy food. The Philips is a bit smaller, though, so if you're really tight on space, you may prefer it.
Variants
- AF150AMZ (Gray)
- AF160 (Gray)
- NA220/00 (Black)
- NA221/00 (Black)
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Main Differences for
French Fries
French Fries
Threshold
French Fries
6.9
Full Comparison
Design
Size
7.2
7.9
Device Dimensions
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Width
11.0" (28.0 cm)
10.8" (27.4 cm)
Depth
14.2" (36.0 cm)
14.7" (37.3 cm)
Height
14.6" (37.0 cm)
11.4" (29.0 cm)
Overall Volume
2,276.0 in³ (37,296 cm³)
Cooking Surface
6.4
Surface Area Picture
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Single Tray Surface Area
49.9 in² (321.7 cm²)
55.9 in² (360.3 cm²)
Total Tray Surface Area
49.9 in² (321.7 cm²)
55.9 in² (360.3 cm²)
Tray Coating Type
Ceramic
PTFE
Cooking Chamber
7.0
6.5
Isometric Basket View
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Advertised Capacity
5.5 qt (5.2 L)
4.2 qt (4.0 L)
Surface Area Picture
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Single Basket Surface Area
49.9 in² (321.7 cm²)
55.9 in² (360.3 cm²)
Measured Capacity
5.5 qt (5.2 L)
4.5 qt (4.3 L)
Chamber Height
5.0" (12.8 cm)
3.6" (9.2 cm)
Total Basket Surface Area
49.9 in² (321.7 cm²)
55.9 in² (360.3 cm²)
Chamber Coating Type
PTFE
Dual Chambers
No
No
Glass Chamber
No
No
Nonstick Coating Type
Ceramic
PTFE
Cooking Versatility
8.4
6.5
Control Panel Photo
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Dual Cooking Chambers
No
No
Cooking Method Presets
7
1
Minimum Temperature
105 °F (41 °C)
140 °F (60 °C)
Maximum Temperature
450 °F (232 °C)
400 °F (204 °C)
Minimum Fan Speed
1,300 RPM
2,235 RPM
Maximum Fan Speed
3,040 RPM
2,270 RPM
Maximum Power Draw
1,535 W
1,375 W
Temperature Probe
No
No
Performance
Fried Foods
7.6
7.6
Sorted Fries
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Fry Sorting Video
Crispy Fries
71.9%
71.9%
Overcooked Fries
18.8%
12.5%
Undercooked Fries
9.3%
15.6%
Meat And Poultry
6.2
Sorted Wings
Chicken Wings Evaluation Video
Wings Crisped On Both Sides
20.0%
Wings Crisped On One Side Only
73.3%
Wings Not Crisped On Either Side
6.7%
Rendered Fat Lost
18 g
Cooking Speed
8.5
6.5
Moisture Loss Over Time
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Time To 45% Moisture Loss (Fries)
16:38
16:32
Time To 50% Moisture Loss (Wings)
42:44
Preheat Speed
8.6
9.0
Preheat Speed
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Preheat Reminder
No
No
Time To Reach 400°F
02:26
02:01
Temperature Stability
7.5
7.7
Temperature Stability
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Recovery Time Once Food Added
03:17
02:01
Temperature Variation At 400°F
26 °F
45 °F
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AF161
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Ninja Max XL AF161
Philips 2000 series 4.2L NA220/00
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