Ninja Crispi FN101ST 4-in-1 Glass Air Fryer with 4-qt and 6-cup containers

Making a quick solo meal or crisping a larger batch of leftovers are the kinds of jobs the Ninja Crispi FN101ST is set up for. Its portable PowerPod works with two TempWare glass containers: a 6-cup size for smaller portions and a 4-qt container for larger meals. The four functions are Max Crisp, Bake, Air Fry and Recrisp.

That two-container setup is the main point of difference from a basic single-basket air fryer. It offers more choice in batch size, though you’ll need room to store the containers and lids as well as the appliance.

Where it shines

The smaller container is intended for personal-sized meals, while the 4-qt option is described as large enough for a 4-LB chicken and vegetables. That gives the system a practical range: use the 6-cup container to prepare a quick portion, then choose the larger one when you’re cooking more at once. The manufacturer says the smaller container can cook a personal-sized meal in 7 mins, but actual results will depend on what you’re making.

The glass containers are borosilicate and described as thermal-shock resistant, so they can go from frozen to crispy in minutes. That’s useful for cooking from frozen without moving food into a separate cooking vessel. The listed functions also cover more than air frying alone: Max Crisp, Bake and Recrisp offer different ways to approach a meal or leftovers.

Quick overview

The package includes the Crispi PowerPod, 4-qt and 6-cup TempWare glass containers, and two storage lids. The product name lists a maximum temperature of 450F/232°C and identifies the glass as PFAS-free. Automatic shut-off, programmable controls, temperature control and a timer are also listed. Its stated dimensions are 34D x 34.4W x 30.4H centimetres, so it’s worth allowing for the appliance’s footprint rather than judging it only by the smaller PowerPod.

It’s a good fit if you want one system for single portions and larger batches, and value cooking in glass containers. The concrete limitation is storage: the two containers and lids need space when they’re not in use. If counter space is tight, compare those dimensions with the spot you plan to use, without that measurement, fit is hard to judge.

Best use cases

Picture reheating a portion of yesterday’s dinner in the 6-cup container, then using the 4-qt one for a larger meal. The smaller format suits individual servings, while the larger capacity is aimed at more substantial cooking. Compared with a straightforward one-basket air fryer, this setup adds glass containers and storage lids, a simpler appliance may make more sense if you only need one cooking vessel and don’t expect to use the different functions.

Is it worth it?

The Ninja Crispi FN101ST is worth considering if the two container sizes match how you cook and you’ll use its four modes. The supplied details give a useful sense of capacity and dimensions, but don’t establish how easy the glass is to clean or how much counter space remains around it in your kitchen. Better avoided if you want a compact, single-container appliance or don’t need the extra batch-size flexibility. Check the stated footprint and container sizes against your available space and usual portions before choosing.